FBOP (Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe)

Cup of Joe - CTC FBOP Tea

FBOP is a grade known for its short, slightly wiry, less twisted broken leaves, often accompanied by a few slivery tips. It brews quickly, releasing a rich, aromatic scent and producing a reddish liquor with a mellow, flavorful taste. As a variety of Kenyan black tea, FBOP is perfect for those looking for a robust yet balanced cup that embodies the essence of Kenyan teas.

  • Has short slightly wiry, less twisted broken leaf and consists of few slivery tips too.
  • It quickly brews and has a rich aromatic scent.
  • The liquor generally has a reddish colour and a mellow flavoury taste.

FP (Flowery Pekoe)

Cup of Joe - CTC FP Tea

Flowery Pekoe, or FP, is crafted from young tea leaves and a higher proportion of buds, resulting in a tea with a distinct flowery aroma and delicate flavor. The buds add to its nuanced and aromatic profile, creating a cleaner and brighter liquor. This premium Kenyan tea commands a higher price due to its quality and is ideal for those who enjoy sipping on organic Kenyan tea that offers a balanced and aromatic experience.

  • Mostly made up of young tea leaves and a higher proportion of buds thus giving it a flowery aroma and delicate flavour.
  • The buds give the tea a more nuanced and aromatic profile.
  • Neater and even than the pekoe, it is curly and free of stalk and flaky leaves, commands a higher price due to its brighter and cleaner liquors.

P/PEK (PEKOE)

Cup of Joe - CTC PEKOE Tea

Pekoe is a fine grade made from young, tender leaves and buds, offering a tea with a light golden reddish liquor. The leaves are shorter, and curly, and bear a resemblance to black peppercorn, making this Kenyan tea visually appealing. Though its flavor is delicate, Pekoe is more demanded for its attractive appearance than for its cup quality. This grade is perfect for those who value aesthetics as much as taste in their Kenyan tea experience.

  • A fine grade of tea made up of young tender leaves and buds. Its appearance is similar to black peppercorn as its leaves are shorter, twisted/curly and ball-shaped.
  • Gives a light golden reddish liquor with an invigorating delicate taste that’s quite brisk.
  • Demanded more for its attractive appearance than for the cup quality.

OP1 (Orange Pekoe 1)

Cup-of-Joe-CTC-OP1-Tea

Orange Pekoe 1, or OP1, is a distinguished tea grade known for its long, slightly wiry, and twisted leaves. When brewed, this premium Kenyan tea offers a delicate and light flavor with a malty taste, characteristic of high-grown Kenyan teas. The golden reddish liquor and exquisite aroma make OP1 a favorite among tea enthusiasts seeking the best Kenyan tea experience. For those who appreciate a nuanced, aromatic profile, this is the perfect choice to buy Kenyan tea.

  • This grade of tea usually consists of long, slender, slightly wiry/ twisted leaves and buds.
  • It has a full-bodied profile with a thick robust character.
  • It has subtle fruity undertones. Take a moment to take a deep breath and enjoy its beautiful aroma followed by a sip to enjoy its unique taste. A reason which makes it favourable among tea enthusiasts.
  • The tea once brewed gives a coppery liquor with reddish highlights that’s light in tone.

OP (ORANGE PEKOE)

Cup of Joe - OP (ORANGE PEKOE) Tea
  • Consists of mainly whole leaves that are larger and more intact. They are tightly rolled giving them a very attractive twisted and wiry appearance. Generally, contains no tips.
  • Its liquor is thin and light.
  • Has a complex flavour profile with delicate aromas.

FOP (FLOWERY ORANGE PEKOE)

Cup of Joe - FOP (FLOWERY ORANGE PEKOE) Tea
  • This is a high-quality grade of orthodox tea with an attractive leaf appearance characterized by long, semi-wiry leaves with a few visible tips.
  • With every sip, expect to enjoy a nuanced flavour profile that is delicate and floral in character.
  • Slightly darker liquor compared to OPA that is briskier and bright.
  • Liked more for its leaf appearance than liquor.

OPA (ORANGE PEKOE A)

Cup of Joe - OPA (ORANGE PEKOE A) Tea
  • Consists of large, bold and slightly twisted leaves.
  • Leaves are larger compared to OP and OP1.
  • Light/ fairly bright golden reddish liquor with a delicate lighter/mild taste.

FNGS (FANNINGS)

Cup of Joe - FNGS (FANNINGS) Tea
  • Usually consists of small particles of tea dust and tiny leaf fragments making it to have a coarse texture.
  • This secondary tea grade is key in producing tea bags that when steeped you are assured of a deep coloured liquor.
  • Brews quickly resulting in a strong and bold infusion.

D2 (DUST 2)

Cup of Joe - D2 (DUST 2) Tea
  • Consists of small fine to very fine tea particles that tends to powdery to the touch.
  • It is usually minimally black in appearance owing to the small minute fragments of fibre content/ brownish fine tea.
  • Less clean than dust tea grade.
  • Produces a very strong liquor that is deep red in colour.
  • Can tend to be coarse in terms of taste at times.

BP (BROKEN PEKOE)

Cup of Joe - BP (BROKEN PEKOE) Tea
  • Almost similar to BP1 grade but varies in size.
  • Made up of black, bold, round, granular particles that are larger than BP1.
  • Every sip of this tea comes with unparalleled smoothness and flavour.
  • Gives a reddish coloured liquor once steeped.