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Kenya Purple Leaf
$9.00 - $27.00
Region: Nandi Hills, Rift Valley ( Kenya, Africa)
Process: Lightly Steamed Green Tea.
Cultivar: TRFK 306/1 (Camelia sinensis, var. Assamica)
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Process: Lightly Steamed Green Tea.
Cultivar: TRFK 306/1 (Camelia sinensis, var. Assamica)
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- Nandi Hills is nestled in a highland area of lush green rolling hills at the edge of the Great Rift Valley in the southwestern part of Kenya, Africa.
- The region’s tropical climate, high-altitudes [6,716 ft (2,047 m)], and volcanic soil create an ideal environment for tea cultivation.
- Che Vivo sources Kenya Purple tea from family owned small tea farms whose owners are skilled in producing specialty high end tea that lift them out of poverty.
- Cultivation Notes:
- Purple tea is a rare and unique cultivar grown in the highlands of the Rift Valley, specifically in Nandi Hills, Kenya.
- The development of purple tea cultivar TRFK306, began in the early 20th century. Scottish-born Arnold Butler McDonell, who purchased land in Kenya from the British government, received Camellia sinensis seedlings from India in 1918, which thrived in the mountainous environment.
- Today, small-scale tea farmers in Nandi Hills cultivate purple tea without the use of chemical fertilizers and pesticides. Unique and Ideal growing conditions , including rich volcanic soil, intense sun, and low oxygen, contribute to the robustness of the purple tea bushes. Though the growth of purple tea is relative slower than other tea cultivars, its robustness allow its leaves to be harvested year-round.
- Processing Notes:
- Tea leaves are lightly steamed to fix and preserve their rich nutrient content.
- Nutrient Content & Tasting Notes:
Kenya Purple Tea is rich in:
- Anthocyanins: High concentration of anthocyanins, a powerful antioxidant also found in blueberries, pomegranates, onions, and acai berries.
- Antioxidants: Rich in antioxidants, which promote free radical scavenging activity and help boost immunity, lowering the risk of chronic diseases like heart ailments, cancer, and diabetes.
- Polyphenols: Contains polyphenols, a class of antioxidants that provide therapeutic, restorative, and longevity benefits superior to other teas.
- Low Caffeine: Compared to other teas, Kenya Purple Tea has a relatively low caffeine content, making it a popular choice for those seeking a low-caffeine drink.
- Tasting Notes
- Kenya Purple Tea has a refreshing and thirst-quenching flavor with an earthy and sweet fruity taste.
- Brewed tea produces a full-bodied flavor and aroma with a delicate golden cup that turns light purplish when lemon juice is added.
