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Keemun Rose

Keemun black tea and rose bring cocoa-like depth and a soft floral scent together.

Caffeine
Contains caffeine
Brew
1 tsp · 100°C
Milk
Best without milk
Best
Afternoon, a little occasion
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  • Packed by hand in Huddersfield
  • Packed by our Huddersfield team
  • Free UK delivery from £35
Which size should I choose?

50gTry it first, or keep a few different teas open.

100gA sensible everyday pouch for most tea drinkers.

200g+Best when it is already part of your tea shelf.

Quantity

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Is this your cup?

A smooth black tea with cocoa depth and real rose petals for a soft floral scent.

Perhaps not if floral teas aren't for you. Try Organic Keemun Panda →

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Where the tea was grown

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Chinese black tea with rose

Cocoa depth meets the scent of an old rose garden

Keemun Rose pairs organic Panda-grade black tea with real rose petals. A smooth, fragrant cup for anyone who wants florals without losing the satisfaction of a proper black tea.

Origin
Qimen, Anhui, China
Caffeine
Contains caffeine
Milk?
Best without
Best time
Afternoon, a little occasion
Close-up of Keemun black tea leaves scattered with dried pink rose petals

The story

From rose town to your teacup

The black tea base comes from Qimen in Anhui province, where the local cultivar produces leaves with a distinctive cocoa-like richness. Panda grade marks it as top-tier whole leaf, carefully oxidised to bring out depth without bitterness. This is the tea that made Keemun famous in European blending rooms over a century ago.

The rose petals come from Shandong, a region that has grown roses for well over a thousand years. Mixed with the dark leaves, the petals give each brew a soft floral lift that sits just behind the cocoa notes, never overpowering.

Drink it in the afternoon when you want something a step up from breakfast tea but not quite a full ceremony. It suits a quiet moment, a window seat, maybe a biscuit on the side. The flavour rewards attention, but it is not fussy about how you serve it.

How to brew it

How to brew Keemun Rose

01Hot

Amount
1 teaspoon (2.5g)
Water
Freshly boiled, 100°C
Time
2 minutes

Taste at two minutes; add 30 seconds next time if you want more body.

02Second steep

Amount
Same leaves
Water
Freshly boiled, 100°C
Time
2–3 minutes

Good for one or two more cups. The rose fades but the cocoa stays.

03Iced

Amount
1.5 teaspoons (4g)
Water
Cold, filtered
Time
8–12 hours in the fridge

Strain, serve over ice. The floral notes come forward when chilled.

Shop tip: Let the leaves settle for a few seconds before pouring so the petals do not block your strainer.

Made for moments like

A rainy afternoon in

Grey skies outside, warm mug inside. The rose scent suits the quiet and the cocoa keeps things grounded.

Trying something new

If you usually drink breakfast tea but want a change that still feels like proper tea, this one bridges the gap.

A small gift

The look of the leaves with their rose petals makes a 50g pouch a thoughtful little present.

Lovely withDark chocolateShortbreadAlmond cakeA good bookLate afternoon light

Good questions

Things people ask us in the shop

What does Keemun Rose taste like?

Smooth black tea with cocoa-like depth and a clear rose scent. The florals are noticeable but do not overpower the tea. Think chocolate and old roses rather than perfume.

Does Keemun Rose contain caffeine?

Yes. It is a black tea, so it naturally contains caffeine. If you want something for later in the day, Decaf English Breakfast is a gentler option.

Should I add milk to Keemun Rose?

We would drink it without. A tiny splash softens the rose, but anything more tends to hide the flavours you are paying for.

How many cups will I get from a pouch?

At roughly 2.5g per cup, a 50g pouch makes about 20 cups. The 100g gives you around 40, and the larger bags scale up from there.

How should I store Keemun Rose?

Keep the pouch sealed and store it somewhere cool, dry and dark, away from strong smells like coffee or spices. It will stay fresh for months that way.

Full product details

Keemun Rose blends organic Panda-grade #1 black tea with real rose petals. The tea brings cocoa-like depth and structure; the petals add a clear floral aroma without replacing the black-tea character.

Rose • Cocoa • Fragrant

Who will enjoy it?

Choose it if you like black tea but want a floral change from a breakfast blend. Try it plain first. A small splash of milk softens the rose; a heavy pour can hide it. If you want the Keemun base without petals, compare our Organic Keemun Panda instead.

Ingredients

Organic black tea (Panda grade #1), rose petals. The current ingredient record does not list added flavouring.

Brewing guide

  • Amount: 1 teaspoon per cup
  • Water: Freshly boiled water (100°C)
  • Time: Start at 2 minutes; taste, then add 30 seconds next time if you want more body

This black tea contains natural caffeine, but no measured milligram figure is available for the finished cup.

Available in 50 g, 100 g, 250 g, 500 g and 1 kg choices. Read the Keemun Rose guide for taste, milk and brewing advice.

Storage

Keep sealed, cool and dry, away from heat, sunlight and strong aromas.

Keemun Rose FAQs

What does Keemun Rose taste like? Keemun black tea and rose bring cocoa-like depth and a soft floral scent together.

Does Keemun Rose contain caffeine? Yes. As a black tea it naturally contains caffeine. For a later cup, Decaf English Breakfast is a gentler choice.

How do I brew Keemun Rose? Use one teaspoon per cup with freshly boiled water. Taste it, then adjust the time next round rather than stewing the leaves.

Can I have Keemun Rose with milk? We'd drink it without. Milk tends to hide the flavours that make it worth choosing.

How should I store Keemun Rose? Keep the pouch sealed and somewhere cool, dry and dark, away from strong smells like coffee or spices.

Put the kettle on, scatter some roses

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