Keemun Mao Feng Organic

The leaves are handled carefully during their manufacture to preserve the shape and size of a classic Mao Feng, which is usually green.

Keemun Mao Feng, a wonderfully sophisticated tea, hails from Anhui Province and is often considered representative of the most superior black tea in China. The term “Mao Feng” describes the spirally rolled shape of the leaves. This tea is made from slightly longer twisted leaves with fine buds. “Mao Feng” literally translates to “furry mountain peak”.

First created in the 19th century, the tea has since become popular for its complex aromas - it is even said to be a favourite of Queen Elizabeth. The characteristic slow wilting and oxidation of Keemun Mao Feng creates wonderfully complex aromas and notes of stone fruit, light smokiness and tobacco. Keemun tea of ​​a lower quality is often used as the base for black tea blends such as Earl Grey. Grey or English Breakfast. Keemun Mao Feng, on the other hand, consists of full unbroken buds and young, delicate leaves which make this a lighter tea of ​​superior quality and more aromatic than other black Keemun teas.