no. 61

keemun imperial black snail (aged 2015)

The young leaves and buds of the Chu Ye Zhong cultivar create this wonderfully complex tea. Creamy notes of caramel and cocoa, laurel and pine, give way to a finish of rich malt and smoke. Already superlative to begin with, in the 10 years this tea has aged it has developed a deep resonance and a smooth, elegant characteristic.

About No. 61, Keemun Imperial Black Snail (Aged 2015)

The young leaves and buds of the Chu Ye Zhong cultivar create this wonderfully complex tea. Creamy notes of caramel and cocoa, laurel and pine, give way to a finish of rich malt and smoke. Already superlative to begin with, in the 10 years this tea has aged it has developed a deep resonance and a smooth, elegant characteristic. 

Origin: Huang Jian Village, Anhui Province, China 2015

    • brewing

      • 1-2 tsp per 8oz/250ml  
      • 195ºF/90ºC  (Bring fresh, cold spring water to a boil. Remove from heat, set aside 1 minute, and proceed.)  
      • Brew 5-7 minutes  
      • Good for 2 infusions 

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