Description: This is the top grade (1110) of standard China Keemun, which include the 1154, 1143, 1132, and 1121 lower grades. Demand often exceeds supply for this grade of China's most famous black tea.
Origin: China
Steeping Suggestions: - Leaf Quantity: 2¼ g/cup Water Temp: 212º (boiling) Steep Time: 3-5 min.
Average of customer reviews submitted during the last year: ; No. of reviews: 2 Dry Leaf Appearance and Feel: Excellent, Infused Leaf Aroma and Appearance: Excellent, Infused Liquor Flavor: Excellent, Overall Value: Excellent
David Hoffman
from Winchester, VA (United States)
(11/12/2012) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Very Good
Barry Lawson
from Saint Paul, MN (United States)
(11/11/2012) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Excellent
"Smooth, toasty, with concentrated fruit - black plum? I don't have much Keemun context, but it's a nice change of pace from the equally good and more medicinal-tasting Keemun Mao Feng. Superb value!"
Average of customer reviews from prior years: ; No. of reviews:
22
Dry Leaf Appearance and Feel:
Very Good
, Infused Leaf Aroma and Appearance:
Very Good
, Infused Liquor Flavor:
Very Good,
Overall Value:
Very Good
Dennis L. Hubele
from Uniontown, OH (United States)
(1/11/2012) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"This is my favorite Keemun. I love the aroma and taste of honey I detect when brewed. An excellent value.It is never bitter even if oversteeped.Just an excellent Keemun." Santa Cruz Tea Drinker
from Santa Cruz, CA (United States)
(3/3/2008) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"I have started ordering this one by the kilo and have not tired of its wonderful flavor and aroma." carmen
from arlington, VA (United States)
(7/24/2007) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"would drink this on an everyday basis, drink plain" Diane M
from Port Hadlock, WA (United States)
(1/21/2006) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"Wonderful honey aroma. Slight sweet lingering taste. Not at all smokey. A great value." Knit-N-Sip
from Glen Ellen, CA (United States)
(12/20/2007) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Excellent
"I frequently will blend just a pinch of this with Ceylon or Assam for a subtle smokey mouth." Sean Dressler
from Oklahoma City, OK (United States)
(5/19/2007) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Very Good
"This is my favorite overall Upton Tea. Great Keemun." A tea drinker
from Tulsa, OK (United States)
(5/2/2004) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Excellent, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Very Good
Vincent S
from Ithaca, NY (United States)
(9/15/2011) Dry Leaf: Excellent,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Excellent
"Wonderfully smoky and rich Keemun. Excellent for the price. My favorite of the couple I've tried from Upton. Give it a try before more expensive lots." Jonathan W
from Bethesda, MD (United States)
(12/28/2008) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"Produces a dark apricot liquor, an aroma mingled of citrus and earth, and a flavor that hints of ripe oranges." Martin McGreal
from St Louis, MO (United States)
(11/23/2008) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"Gorgeous, full bodied tea with a good, hearty character. Very slight smokiness. Perfect for bracing up on a chilly day. I appreciate this tea more each time I make it." Aaron Beach
from Westminster, CO (United States)
(5/3/2004) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Excellent
"I ordered Keemun of the same relative price per pound from Upton, Stash, TenRen, and Imperial Tea Court... this was the Best, amazing floral scent, very fresh." sipper
from Murfreesboro, TN (United States)
(9/11/2003) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Excellent,
Value:
Very Good
"I've re-ordered this many times and think it is a fine cup of tea at a good price." Michael Bassman
from Jackson Heights, NY (United States)
(1/30/2011) Dry Leaf: Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Excellent
Larry Brodsky
from Trent Woods, NC (United States)
(4/3/2008) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Very Good
"excellent afternoon tea" Patrick Libert
from Litchfield, CT (United States)
(7/4/2006) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Very Good
KDC
from Rincon, GA (United States)
(3/25/2003) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Very Good
Michael Heinich
from Manchaca, TX (United States)
(2/26/2002) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Very Good
"This is my standard tea. I can use it for all occasions. While I drink other teas, I drink twice as much of this one." Brad R.
from Memphis, TN (United States)
(7/25/2007) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Good
"This is a very solid, everyday Keemun that I keep returning to again and again. Even non-tea lovers comment on its smokey character and balance." Eric Stringer
from Denham Springs, LA (United States)
(9/29/2006) Dry Leaf: Good,
Infused Leaf: Very Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Very Good
"earthy with some fruit undertones good straight" Cory-Paul Allen
from Tacoma, WA (United States)
(10/8/2007) Dry Leaf: Good,
Infused Leaf: Good, Liquor: Very Good,
Value:
Very Good
"I'm fairly new to Keemun varieties, but I'll keep coming back to this one. Love the full flavor." Pausanias
from Honolulu, HI (United States)
(11/13/2002) Dry Leaf: Very Good,
Infused Leaf: Good, Liquor: Average,
Value:
Good
"This tea is a fine budget tea for everyday consumption. The dry leaf promises something the brew doesn't quite deliver, but is satisfying nevertheless." David L. Shelden
from Tacoma, WA (United States)
(9/23/2000) Dry Leaf: Average,
Infused Leaf: Good, Liquor: Average,
Value:
Good
"Upton Tea Imports was founded in 1989 with the objective of providing the North American tea drinker with
the finest teas available. We purchase teas from reputable brokers and estates worldwide, dealing only with
sources who are capable of providing top quality teas. We sell directly to the consumer, thus ensuring the
freshest product and fairest pricing."
Holliston, Massachusetts
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(11/11/2012)
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Dennis L. Hubele
from Uniontown, OH (United States)
(1/11/2012)
sipper
from Murfreesboro, TN (United States)
(9/11/2003)
Pausanias
from Honolulu, HI (United States)
(11/13/2002)
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