Origin: Anhui Province (Eastern China)

This grade of Keemun is produced during March and April right after Hao Ya A and Hao Ya B. Imperial Keemun has thick rich liquor with an orchid-like fragrance.

Keemun's tea gardens are well known for producing world-class black teas. "Hao Ya" means fur-covered tips. Keemuns are known as the "burgundy of teas" because of their complex aromas, natural sweetness and low astringency. Notes of red wine, cocoa, orchids and biscuit may be found.

Brewing: water - 6 oz. & 212F / leaves - 1 teascoop / steeping - 3 mins.