Ceylon Black Tea Grades

Ceylon Tea as we now know comes in different varieties, which has flavors and aromas unique to itself. Along with the a variety of teas, there are varieties of grades that Ceylon tea has been separated into.

Flowery Fannings 1

"Flowery Fannings 1" is a classification of tea that indicates a specific grade and quality. Let's break down what each part of the term means:

Flowery: This term suggests that the tea contains young, tender tea leaves with a high proportion of tips (leaf buds). These tender leaves often contribute to a smoother, more delicate flavor profile.

Fannings: Fannings are small leaf particles that are smaller than broken leaves but larger than dust. They brew quickly and are commonly used in tea bags. Fannings are usually a byproduct of the tea production process, where larger leaves are sifted out, leaving behind the smaller fannings.

1: The numeral "1" typically denotes the highest grade within the fannings category. It signifies that the tea meets specific quality standards and likely contains a high proportion of desirable leaf particles.

So, "Flowery Fannings 1" describes a grade of tea consisting of small leaf particles with a delicate flavor profile, likely containing a significant proportion of young, tender leaves, and meeting high-quality standards within the fannings category.

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