Description
An emblematic tea from Kenya
This bud-only tea comes from the village of Gatanga. It is crafted from TRFK/306/1, a rare cultivar whose purple hue results from a high anthocyanin content. A true emblem of the region, it is highly prized for its natural antioxidant richness.
A deep and complex tea that harmoniously expresses honeyed, fruity, and woody notes over a remarkably smooth texture.
Special qualities
- Origin:
- Aberdare, Kenya
- Color:
- Black tea
Tasting notes
Dry leaf
Appearance: blend of large brown leaves and silver buds
Liquor
Color: golden
Texture: smooth
Notes: floral, stewed fruits, dry vegetal, raisin, spicy
Suggestion of preparation
Prepare this tea hot:
Using a tasting set or teapot: 4 minutes in water at 90°C.
Prepare this tea iced:
In a teapot or carafe: infuse 8g of leaves in 50cl of room-temperature water for 40 minutes. Remove the leaves and refrigerate.
Grands Crus: savour the exceptional
Rare and ephemeral, teas identified as Grands Crus by Palais des Thés are the result of alchemy between a tea plant variety, its terroir and the talent of an artisan grower. Meticulously plucked, processed and sourced in the most respected tea gardens, our Grands Crus unveil unique flavours that reflect the refinement of their origins.