Keemun Strand Black Tea

The origin of Keemun Strand Black Tea is in Anhui, a region of China, from where it has spread to the world to become famous and enjoyed by millions. A variant of traditional black tea that offers friendlier aspects to most people, and the reason is its harmonious flavor. The flavor of Keemun Strand Black Tea is intense, smoky with hints of dried and sweet fruits, such as raisins or berries, and even with a hint of spice at the end. This type of tea, unlike the normal version of Black Tea, has long, higher-quality threads that make the infusion result in more intense flavors and its fruit components are more easily and widely distinguished. This is usually lost in the infusion, or lessened, if the strands are not of high quality, but in this case they manage to reach the cup, and even better, your palate 100% of the time. preparation tips To prepare a cup of Keemun Strand Black Tea, one tablespoon should be used. This is the right measure for each cup to be prepared, that is, between 2 and 3 grams. The ideal infusion time is 3 to 4 minutes. It is important to respect the time, since if it is exceeded the taste will be bitter. The difference between 3 and 4 minutes is the level of intensity in the flavor and aromas, this is up to each person's taste. The infusion temperature should be between 75°C and 85°C. The difference between temperatures has the same effect as the infusion time, and exceeding it will drastically affect the flavor. This tea allows it to be reinfused, that is, to use the same threads to prepare another infusion with the same flavor result. In such a way that you can enjoy twice as much. How to take it? Drinking Keemun Strand Black Tea is recommended in the morning, this due to the intensity of flavor and its psychic properties, since it is the ideal substitute for conventional coffee, obtaining even better benefits. Even so, it is possible to take it at any time of the day, and this will suit each person and their daily routine. Adding cinnamon is always a good idea, it modifies its flavor for the better, and it is a way to achieve a different flavor and thus vary the effect on the palate. The other extreme would be to add a bit of lemon or orange juice, which adds a touch of citrus that will give you delicious flavor notes. Although there are many teas that allow for a variety of drinking temperatures, Keemun Strand Black Tea is much better hot, and it is not recommended to be drunk warm or cold. As for the pairing, due to its intense flavor, it goes very well with sweet foods, such as bread with jam, or even fresh fruit. Salads with cheeses or fruits too, and if you decide to give it space for something more meaty, it is a perfect accompaniment to cold cuts.