Keemun Mao Feng Black A Loose Leaf Black Tea

🍵 The Leaf — Superior grade Keemun Mao Feng from Qimen County, hand-crafted into sleek, fine strips that reflect the skill and care of traditional Chinese tea-making

🍵 The Liquor — A rich, clear amber cup with a naturally smooth finish and a complexity of aroma that sets fine Keemun apart from any other black tea

🍵 The Character — Delicate and refined rather than bold, with a gently wine-like depth, subtle floral notes, and a clean, lingering finish that rewards slow attention

🍵 The Occasion — Equally at home as a polished morning cup or a considered afternoon tea, and worth drinking without milk to appreciate the full fragrance of the leaf

Keemun black tea is one of China's most celebrated exports, and Keemun Mao Feng Black A represents this tradition at its finest. Produced in Qimen County in the southern reaches of Anhui Province, this is a superior grade loose leaf black tea made by hand in small quantities — a process that gives the leaf its distinctive character and ensures a cup of real elegance and depth.

The name tells you much about what is in the tin. Keemun — or Qimen in modern Mandarin — refers to the county that has given its name to this style of tea since the late nineteenth century, when it was first developed and quickly became one of the most sought-after black teas in Europe. Mao Feng describes the shape of the finished leaf: fine, slender strips, carefully formed to preserve the integrity of the leaf and create an even, fragrant infusion. Black A denotes the grade — a mark of superior quality within the Keemun range.

In the cup, this tea produces a rich amber liquor with a naturally smooth, refined character. Unlike the bold, malty profile of Assam or the brightness of a Ceylon, Keemun has its own unmistakable quality — sometimes described as wine-like or faintly orchid-like, with a gentle complexity that unfolds slowly as the cup cools. There are no added flavourings here, nothing to distract from the leaf itself. Pure black tea, beautifully made.

This is a particularly good choice for anyone who enjoys Chinese black tea at its most considered — those looking for a premium loose leaf black tea with genuine origin, craft, and a refined aromatic finish.

Since 2008, High Teas London has been one of the country's leading independent tea specialists. With over 350 teas and infusions — one of the largest collections available anywhere in the UK — our focus has always been on sourcing teas with real provenance and character. Keemun Mao Feng Black A is exactly the kind of tea that sits at the heart of what we do.

Ingredients: Black tea (Keemun Mao Feng, Qimen County, Anhui Province, China).

Brewing Note: Keemun Mao Feng is best brewed with water just off the boil — around 90 to 95°C rather than a full rolling boil, which can flatten the more delicate aromatic notes. Use one heaped teaspoon per cup and steep for three to four minutes. This tea is best enjoyed without milk, which allows the full fragrance and wine-like complexity of the leaf to come through clearly. If you prefer a stronger cup, increase the quantity of leaf rather than the steeping time — this preserves the smoothness and avoids any bitterness.