General information about Keemun Black tea

Keemun Black Tea (Qimen Hongcha in Mandarin) is the most famous black tea from China. It is grown in a mountainous area covered with forests and characterized by low temperatures, high humidity and frequent fog.

The lack of sunlight increases the chlorophyll content in the leaves, leading to a fruity, sweet and mellow taste and a distinct floral fragrance. When brewed, the tea takes on a clear, brilliant red color.

The Production Process of Keemun Black Tea

The production process to create Keemun black tea is actually quite an elaborate and involved. The leaves must be picked in the Spring and the Summer of each year, and when plucked, only the top bud with the top two or three leaves are collected as the raw material to create the Keemun tea. Once the tea leaves and buds have been plucked by the tea pickers, it is hand separated and selected to choose only the leaves that will create a premium Keemun tea. This process is referred to as “refinement” of Keemun tea. Once the tea has been refined to only the most premium leaves and buds, the leaves go through an elaborate fermentation process as well which changes the color of the leaves from green to a deep dark brown or brownish-black color. After fermentation, the leaves are sent to be packaged, labeled and shipped.

Steeping Instructions

We believe tea should be brewed to suit your personal taste.
1. Fill both the teapot and the cup about halfway with hot water to pre-heat them, Tilt   them a bit so that the water creeps up the side and then rotate them so the insides get wet all the way around. Then pour the water out.
2. Put 1-2 teaspoons of tea leaves into the teapot. If using a different vessel, use 1-2 teaspoons for every 8 oz. (236 ml) of water.
3. Fill the teapot with 90-95ºC (194-205ºF) water.
4. Place the lid on the teapot and let the tea steep for 3 minutes.
5. Pour the tea into the teacups and enjoy your tea!

Benefits of Keemun Tea

Keemun black tea contains antioxidants and polyphenols that, along with its caffeine content, can be greatly beneficial for your health.

1. Weight Loss Tea

This black tea may help you lose weight by helping to improve your metabolism. The caffeine in this Chinese black tea also helps you to feel energized to exercise more frequently. So combine tea with a healthy diet to burn fat and build muscle at a faster rate.

2. Digestive Aid

This is a tea that pairs well with juicy red meats, but if you are prone to digestive problems, then perhaps you should drink it with simpler and lighter meals.

3. Cancer Prevention

Keemun tea is a good source of antioxidants. The presence of antioxidants in your system may help to fight and prevent inflammatory diseases and also may help inhibit the growth of cancer cells.