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Culinary Teas Keemun 3 Monkey Black Tea
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Culinary's Keemun 3 Monkey Tea is a refined Chinese black tea for those who appreciate genuine complexity and depth. Bold, crisp, and aromatic, this loose-leaf blend delivers a clean, bright cup with reddish hues and sophisticated wine-like character—equally rewarding with milk or enjoyed on its own.
Why You'll Love This Culinary Blend
- Authentic Chinese sourcing — premium black tea leaves from the Keemun region prized for character and quality
- Complex flavor profile — bold taste with a clean finish and penetrating aroma, no floral overload
- Versatile brewing — excellent neat or with milk for a luxurious daily cup
- For the discerning palate — ideal for black tea enthusiasts seeking sophistication and depth
Frequently Asked Questions
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What makes Culinary Teas Keemun 3 Monkey Black Tea different from other black teas?
This blend emphasizes a clean, bright steeping with bold, crisp notes rather than lush or floral character. The reddish cup and wine-like complexity appeal to serious tea drinkers who want depth without excess sweetness. -
How should I brew this Culinary black tea?
Steep loose leaves in hot water around 200–212°F for 3–5 minutes depending on your preference. The robust character holds up well to milk if you prefer a creamier cup. -
Does black tea have caffeine?
Yes, black tea naturally contains caffeine. This blend delivers a full-bodied cup with the energizing properties typical of quality black teas—perfect for morning or afternoon brewing.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Black tea.
- Type: Black tea
- Origin: China (Keemun region)
- Format: Loose-leaf
- Flavor notes: Bold, crisp, aromatic with subtle wine-like complexity
- Best enjoyed: Morning or afternoon, with or without milk
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Caffeine-Free: 0 mg per cup
Decaf: most caffeine removed; a small amount remains
Low Caffeine: 1–19 mg per cup
Medium Caffeine: 20–39 mg per cup
High Caffeine: 40+ mg per cup
Ingredients
Keemun Black Tea
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| Tea type | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea |
| Format | Loose leaf | Loose leaf or sachets | Loose leaf | Loose leaf |
| Caffeine | High | High | High | High |
| Flavor notes | Fresh, Round | Minty, Fresh, Round | Floral, Citrus, Round | Round |
| Key ingredients | Keemun Black Tea | Peppermint, Cocoa, Black Tea, Chocolate Flavor | Bergamot Oil, Black Tea | Assam Black Tea |
| Origin | China | China | Sri Lanka | India |
| Brewing | 212°F · 3–5 min | 212°F · 3–5 min | 212°F · 3–5 min | 212°F · 3–5 min |
Characteristics come from each brand's product information. Price per cup is an estimate: one tea bag or 2.5 g of loose tea per cup.
