Culinary Teas Organic Keemun Panda Grade 1 Black Tea
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Experience the refined elegance of Culinary's Organic Keemun Panda Grade 1, a premium black tea from China's renowned Keemun region. This exceptional loose-leaf brew delivers a striking burgundy cup with bold, smooth character—marked by subtle oak undertones and full-bodied depth that transforms everyday mornings into moments worth savoring.
Certified organic and cultivated without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers, this tea reflects a commitment to pure, natural taste and sustainable farming. The Panda Grade 1 designation signals superior leaf quality and meticulous processing, ensuring an authentic, sophisticated experience that black tea enthusiasts immediately recognize.
Why You'll Love This Culinary Blend
- Deep, complex flavor profile with distinctive oaky character
- Organic certification guarantees pesticide-free, naturally grown leaves
- Panda Grade 1 quality indicates premium leaf selection and expert craftsmanship
- Full-bodied brew with elegant burgundy hue
- Versatile for daily enjoyment or special tea occasions
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Culinary Teas Organic Keemun Panda Grade 1 Black Tea superior to standard keemun varieties?
Panda Grade 1 represents the highest quality tier for Keemun teas, featuring superior leaf integrity and nuanced flavor complexity beyond lower grades. Paired with organic certification, you receive premium leaves without chemical residues.
How should I brew this black tea?
Steep loose leaves at 200–212°F for 3–5 minutes. This tea handles multiple infusions beautifully, with flavor deepening in subsequent steeps.
Does black tea have caffeine?
Yes. Black tea naturally contains caffeine—typically 40–70 mg per 8 oz cup depending on steep time and leaf quantity, making it an excellent choice for morning energy or afternoon refreshment.
Specifications
- Ingredients: Black tea (Organic Certified).
- Type: Black tea (loose leaf)
- Origin: Anhui Province, China
- Certification: Organic
- Grade: Panda Grade 1
- Flavor Notes: Oak, smooth, full-bodied
- Brewing Temperature: 200–212°F
- Steep Time: 3–5 minutes
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Medium Caffeine: 20–39 mg per cup
High Caffeine: 40+ mg per cup
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| Price | From $7.99 | From $7.49 | From $16.00 | From $3.49 |
| Price per cup | from $0.33 / cup | from $0.45 / cup | from $0.36 / cup | from $0.35 / cup |
| Brand | Culinary Teas | Loose Leaf Tea Company | Beach House | Zum Zum Tea |
| Tea type | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea |
| Format | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf |
| Caffeine | High | High | High | High |
| Flavor notes | Smooth, Round | Fruity, Round | Smooth, Round | Smooth, Round |
| Key ingredients | Keemun Black Tea | Keemun Black Tea | Chicory Root, Cocoa Nibs, Black Tea | Black Tea |
| Origin | China | China | Not listed | India |
| Organic | Organic | Not listed | Organic | Organic |
| Brewing | 212°F · 3–5 min | 200°F · 3–5 min | 212°F · 6–8 min | Not listed |
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.











