Clear glass cup filled with dark liquid on a matching saucer against a white background
Clear glass cup filled with dark liquid on a matching saucer against a white background

Keemun Special Grade

A refined black tea from Qimen in Anhui Province, China’s famous region for premium teas. Grown in the misty mountains of eastern China, this Keemun offers a smooth, dark amber cup with gentle sweetness, floral notes, and a hint of smokiness. A perfect breakfast tea, with or without milk.

£4.95
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Description

A premium black tea from the Qimen region in Anhui Province, China’s historic heartland of fine tea.

Anhui is known for its misty mountains, fertile soil, and ideal climate. Its the perfect conditions for growing high-quality teas. This region has produced Keemun tea since the 19th century, and it remains one of the most celebrated black teas in the world.

Our Keemun Special Grade is smooth, aromatic, and makes a perfect alternative breakfast tea, with or without milk. The dark amber liquor reveals a naturally sweet flavour with light floral notes and a gentle hint of smokiness. It is elegant, well-rounded, and deeply satisfying.

TIME: Morning / Afternoon

INFUSIONS: 2

TYPE: Black Tea

ORIGIN: China

CAFFEINE: High
Brewing instructions
  • Use around 3g of tea (1-2 heaped teaspoons) in 250ml of water
  • Use freshly boiled water
  • Infuse for 4 minutes depending on your preferred strength
Health Benefits

All tea originates from the same plant, Camellia Sinensis, but the final product varies in style, taste, and caffeine content depending on how it is processed.

Black tea, which undergoes full oxidation, has a lower concentration of polyphenols compared to green tea, but it has a higher caffeine and tannin content. Despite concerns about tannins, research shows that the levels present in tea do not appear to have any harmful effects on the body. In fact, black tea offers several health benefits, including:

  • Improved heart health
  • Better gut health
  • Enhanced focus

It also contains antioxidants such as theaflavins and thearubigins, which help combat oxidative stress. Also, tea is rich in the amino acid L-theanine, which is known for promoting relaxation and reducing stress and anxiety without causing drowsiness.
Ingredients

Black Tea.
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