Keemun
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↑About Keemun
Keemun(祁门), also spelled Qi Men is a well-known variety of Chinese black tea; it is sometimes described as the "Burgundy" of Chinese teas. Keemun originated in and is named after Qi Men county of Anhui province; it is still produced primarily in Anhui, both in Qi Men and other counties. It is also produced in bordering Hubei, and more recently has also been produced in Taiwan and Fujian. Keemun is a relatively new tea, in contrast to both green teas which have a longer history in Anhui, and black teas which have a longer history in other regions.Keemun comes in many grades and styles; two of the most desirable and expensive grades are Hao Ya "A" and "B", with the A grade being the more expensive. Keemun mao feng is another highly desirable grade of Keemun, known for its leaves which have a distinctive long, flat, curved shape.
Some Keemun, like pu-erh, can improve in character as it ages, assuming it is stored properly.[1]
References:
1. Ron Rubin, Stuart Avery Gold, Tea Chings: The Tea and Herb Companion: Appreciating the Varietals and Virtues of Fine Tea and Herbs, Newmarket Press, 2002.
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This is a very nice tea. Small black leaves with some gold strands. It brews up light color, brown/black, very clear. It has a nice peppery taste with a decent caffeine kick. Very nice in the afternoon.
Read Full ReviewQimen Black Tea from Tea King of China (Starway)
Style: Keemun – Region: Qimen, Anhui, ChinaFeb. 21st, 2021
Wonderful example of a Keemun tea! Keemun isn't my favorite type of tea which is why I rated it a bit lower but out of all the ones I've tried this one is my favorite. The aroma is nice and complex and the taste is smooth. The value is amazing too, its really cheap!
Read Full ReviewPremium Qimen Black Tea of Huangshan from Yunnan Sourcing
Style: Keemun Mao Feng – Region: Huangshan, Anhui, ChinaJan. 28th, 2021
The aroma is just a classic bready black tea smell which is very nice however it lacks complexity and was very one-noted. The taste on the other hand was incredibly smooth and was one of the least astringent teas I've ever had (which is a good thing for me). The taste wasn't extremely complex but the flavors it did hav...
Read Full ReviewPremium Qimen Black Tea of Huangshan from Yunnan Sourcing
Style: Keemun Mao Feng – Region: Huangshan, Anhui, ChinaDec. 22nd, 2020
I continue to branch out into black teas from provinces other than Yunnan, sold by Yunnan Sourcing. This was a pleasant surprise: an exceptionally smooth tea, easy to brew and easy to drink, among the sweetest Keemuns I've tried.
The dry leaf is very fine and curly, so much it is shaped more like Bi Luo Chun than li...
China Keemun Finest Chuen Cha from TeaGschwendner
Style: Keemun – Region: Anhui, ChinaNov. 22nd, 2020
One-litre pot at home, made from fine very dark brown and black leaves of organic Keemun. Pours nearly clear copper brown (against white china), with no sediment. Clear aroma of black tea leaves, with malty touches. Bitterish flavour of black tea, with leafy and malty notes and touches of smoke. Mildly bitter, leafy af...
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↑Most-Rated Keemun
Keemun Full Leaf Tea
Brand: | Foojoy |
Style: | Keemun |
Region: | Anhui, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
Organic Superfine Keemun Fragrant Black Tea
Brand: | TeaVivre |
Style: | Keemun |
Region: | Huangshan, Anhui, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
China Keemun First Grade
Brand: | Upton Tea Imports |
Style: | Keemun |
Region: | China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
Keemun Black Tea
Brand: | Arbor Teas |
Style: | Keemun |
Region: | Qimen, Anhui, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
Premium Qimen Black Tea of Huangshan
Brand: | Yunnan Sourcing |
Style: | Keemun Mao Feng |
Region: | Huangshan, Anhui, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
↑Top-Rated Keemun
Keemun Full Leaf Tea
Brand: | Foojoy |
Style: | Keemun |
Region: | Anhui, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
Organic Superfine Keemun Fragrant Black Tea
Brand: | TeaVivre |
Style: | Keemun |
Region: | Huangshan, Anhui, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
Keemun Black Tea
Brand: | Arbor Teas |
Style: | Keemun |
Region: | Qimen, Anhui, China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
China Keemun First Grade
Brand: | Upton Tea Imports |
Style: | Keemun |
Region: | China |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |