ARIEL Keemun Superior
19,50 $ · En stock
Keemun is one of China's most famous black teas, and a quiet cornerstone of the classic English Breakfast blend. Our Keemun Superior is the higher grade, made from young, tender leaves and prized for a smooth, layered cup with a gentle, wine-like depth. It brews to a bright reddish-amber and drinks well any time of day, with or without milk. Tasting Notes The cup is rich and mellow, more rounded than brisk. Expect a complex, slightly floral bouquet, a subtle smokiness, and notes that lean toward cocoa and dried fruit. What sets Keemun apart is its finish: soft, lingering and naturally sweet. Smooth enough to drink on its own, it also stands up nicely to a splash of milk. Origin Keemun takes its name from Qimen, a county in China's Anhui province where it has been made since the late 1800s. Grown at altitude in cool, well-drained hills, the leaves are hand-picked, then withered, rolled, oxidised and dried in the traditional way that gives Keemun its signature aroma. It earned its reputation quickly in the West and became a mainstay of English-style breakfast blends, a place it still holds today. Brewing Heat fresh water to 95 °C, just off the boil, and steep 2.5 g of leaves (about…
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