As far as appearance and color are concerned, a thoroughly processed leaf tea from Vietnam does not differ at all from the far more popular teas from China. In taste, it is far spicier resulting from a particular fermentation and drying process. Therefore, the quality we offer may rather be compared to a Ceylonese highland type and is, thus, particularly interesting for tea drinkers who like a mild and, at the same time, fully aromatic tea. It is also perfectly suitable for being served from a samovar.
Located in south-western China, Yunnan is the home of this exceptional black tea. This tea is plucked only between the end of March and mid-April, depending on the weather, and produced according to a special method. This tea is cultivated at altitudes ranging between 5,900 and 6,900 feet (1,800 and 2,100 m), in an area with a cool climate and natural woodland. The big, finely worked, tobacco-like leaf with many golden tips yields a copper-colored cup and a strong, spicy, malty flavor combined with the typically soft, earthy Yunnan character.
The trend towards organically produced foods has also reached the world of teas. Today, almost all cultivation areas offer organically produced tea, and the Keemun region is no exception. Our organic version comes from the Chinese province of Anhui and is a mild, finely-aromatic and very light tea with a beautifully structured Sinensis leaf. The cup color is a shining red-brown and the bouquet is sweet and spicy with a hint of smokiness.
This tea from the eastern part of the Chinese Province of Fujian, also called "Black Pearls", is carefully processed by hand and according to tradition by experienced tea experts. It presents a pleasantly aromatic, mild and full-bodied taste with a slight smoky note. The leaf has been rolled to pearls and has a shining anthracite color. The infusion is medium-dark, the bouquet aromatic and round.
Today, organically grown and cultivated teas are evermore popular, and the labor that goes into sustaining an organic production makes these teas stand out. This is no different when it comes to Yunnan specialities from the highland region of the same name. Our top quality presents itself beautifully with many large, golden-brown leaf tips and a dark, copperbrown infusion with a well-balanced taste with slightly sweet, and spicy notes and a soft, slightly smoky finish.
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