What exactly is Qimen fragrance?

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Anyone who appreciates black tea cannot overlook Keemun Black Tea.
However, the vast majority of tea enthusiasts share a common confusion: despite hearing people talk about the unique fragrance of Keemun tea and its distinctive charm for years or even decades, they still struggle to clearly articulate what exactly this aroma entails?

Some say it's floral, others describe it as honey-like, while some liken it to fruity or herbal notes. The more you sip, the more elusive it becomes—not because you don’t understand tea, but because Qimen’s fragrance is inherently complex, never confined to a single note.
The genuine Qimen fragrance, uniformly referred to in the industry as "Qunfang Zui," is a composite aroma formed by the blending of three scents: floral, fruity, and honeyed, layered yet delicate and enduring.

Most other black teas primarily feature single notes of honey, caramel, or potato aroma, but Keemun stands apart with its foundation of orchid fragrance, accented by fruity notes and concluding with a sweet honey finish, offering an exceptionally rich and layered profile.
In one simple summary: Qimen tea = the fragrance of orchids + subtle fruity notes + gentle honey sweetness, elegant without being overly bright, with a lasting and refined taste that deepens upon each sip.