Keemun Aroma: Tradition in Every Sip 🍵
Ever wondered why tea enthusiasts call Keemun Black Tea "the Burgundy of Teas"? It’s all about that signature Keemun aroma – a rich blend of fruity sweetness and mellow honeyed notes that dance on your taste buds.
Hailing from Qimen County in eastern China’s Anhui Province, Keemun Black Tea is one of China’s top ten famous teas. In 2008, its traditional production techniques were added to China’s National Intangible Cultural Heritage List, celebrating centuries of artisanal mastery.
Here’s the lowdown on what makes Keemun so special:
- Dark, Lustrous Leaves: Carefully plucked and withered to kickstart flavor development.
- Fermentation & Roasting: A precise process that balances oxidation and heat, creating that deep red liquor and signature aroma.
- Generations of Craft: Every step reflects skills passed down over centuries – from withering to rolling, fermentation to roasting.
For us young tea explorers, sipping Keemun is more than enjoying a cup; it’s tasting living heritage. Next time you brew this gem, take a moment to appreciate the tradition and craft simmering in every sip. Cheers to keeping cultural stories alive! 🙌
Reference(s):
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