KOREAN BLACK TEA - ARAM

Organically grown, it is hand-picked and crafted with great care into large twisted leaves. With aromas of orchard fru

it and indulgent notes reminiscent of cocoa, its infusion yields a beautiful amber liquor that develops sweet, indulgent notes of ripe fruit and stewed apple, in a cup of great finesse with a powdery texture and a delicately cocoa-rich, indulgent finish. Harvest: hand-picked. Garden details: 200 to 500 m altitude, local cultivar, organically grown. Harvest date: May. Distinctive feature: Aram means «well-ripened fruit» in Korean. Mr Choi has been recognised by the Korean Ministry of Agriculture for his expertise in producing black tea. Expert's comments: The Choi family and I began exchanging several years ago. We got to know each other – a true exchange. It is therefore with great pleasure that I offer you this very gentle tea of great finesse today. When to enjoy: according to your sensitivity to caffeine. Food pairing: simply a perfectly ripe apricot.