Our everyday Keemun has all the typical characteristics of a fine Keemun with a fine even leaf and sparkling red-orange cup color. It is an excellent breakfast tea that takes milk very well.
Recommendations: Use 1 level tsp. per 6 oz. cup; heat fresh water to a roaring steep for 3 min.
Health Benefits: Black tea is a powerful source of antioxidants that can slow down the aging process and help prevent a wide variety of diseases. Medical research suggests that black tea can assist in lowering cholesterol and regulating blood sugar. Much lower in caffeine than coffee, black tea gently stimulates the heart and circulatory system. By keeping blood vessels soft and lowering blood pressure, black tea can help prevent heart disease and strokes.
