Chinese Tea’s Burgundy? The Characteristics and Delicious Brewing Method of Keemun Tea, One of the World’s Top Three Black Teas

While many people might not associate China with black tea, Keemun tea from Qimen County in Anhui Province, located west of Shanghai, is considered one of the world’s top three black teas alongside Darjeeling and Uva. Keemun can also be written as Qimen, Keemon, or Kieman. In this article, we will introduce the features and delicious brewing method of Keemun tea, which is highly regarded worldwide.

What is the connection between Keemun tea and the British Royal Family?

Keemun tea, often referred to as the ‘Burgundy of Chinese tea,’ is counted among the world’s top three black teas alongside Darjeeling and Uva. There is a tradition in the British Royal Family of drinking Keemun tea on Queen Elizabeth’s birthday. The Keemun tea we are introducing with the brewing conditions in this article is shown in the photo below.

Characteristics of the tea leaves and the brewed tea:

The tea leaves are a deep brown color, and the brewed tea has a rich, dark orange color that embodies the history of Keemun tea.

Taste characteristics

It has a distinctive honey-like sweetness with a well-balanced and refined bitterness, creating an exquisite flavor.

Characteristics of the aroma

You can detect a smoky aroma unique to Keemun tea amidst the sweet honey-like fragrance.

Brewing conditions

Tea leaf amount: 4g (2 teaspoons)  
Water amount: 300ml  
Brewing temperature: 95°C  
Brewing time: 1.5 minutes

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Enjoy a wonderful tea time while experiencing the history of one of the world’s three great teas, Keemun tea!

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