Keemun, or Qimen hongcha, comes from Qimen county in Anhui province and is one of China’s classic black teas. The leaves are thin, tightly twisted and nearly black. The cup is a clear reddish amber, mellow and lightly sweet, with the soft floral, slightly smoky aroma Keemun is known for. Good on its own, and sturdy enough for a splash of milk.
Gaiwan: 4–5 g per 100 ml, water at 95 °C (203 °F), 15–20 seconds for the first infusion, adding 5–10 seconds each round; 5–6 infusions.
Mug: 2–3 g in 300 ml of 95 °C water for 3–4 minutes; resteep once or twice.
Ingredients: Black tea. Storage: Keep sealed, cool and dry, away from light and strong odors.
We haven’t tasted this batch yet; tasting notes describe this style of tea in general.
- Origin: Qimen, Anhui (as labeled by the supplier)
- Type: Black tea (hongcha)
- Net weight: 100 g
- Packaging: Tin
- Shipping: Ships from Shenzhen, China – see Shipping & Handling
