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Leaf appearance
Review leaf integrity, grade description, and visual characteristics on the current sample.
Kenyan tea · International trade01 06
A whole-leaf offer, assessed by the lot.
Orthodox tea offers a different leaf presentation from CTC grades. Buyers can discuss leaf style, intended market, evaluation criteria, packaging, and current availability with the trade desk.
The client brief lists an indicative allocation of 12 metric tons per quarter. It is not a guaranteed allocation; confirm current lot availability and specifications before planning a purchase.
Portfolio02 06
Evaluate the offer across four dimensions
Lot-specific samples and supporting product information are the basis for a proper buyer assessment.
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Cup profile
Assess aroma, liquor, body, and flavour using current tasting notes or a sample.
03
Allocation
An indicative quarterly volume appears in the brief; ask about current offers.
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Packing
Discuss suitable packing formats against the product, destination, and buyer requirements.
How to work with us03 06
From sample review to an informed offer
Sensory notes and specifications should relate to the current lot being considered.
- 01Share your target profileTell us the leaf style, cup preferences, destination, and intended use.
- 02Request current lot informationAsk which samples, notes, and product details are available for review.
- 03Evaluate the sampleAssess the tea against your own quality criteria and market requirements.
- 04Confirm allocation and packingDiscuss actual volume, packaging, shipment timing, and commercial terms.
Buyer guide04 06
What buyers typically review
The exact specification is confirmed from current product records, not inferred from a general category description.
- Leaf grade and appearance
- Request the lot description and available visual information.
- Cup notes
- Use current lot notes or evaluate a sample; sensory character can vary.
- Moisture and packing
- Confirm current technical values and packaging options with the trade desk.
- Quarterly allocation
- 12 MT per quarter is indicative in the brief and must be reconfirmed.
* Indicative allocation from the client brief; confirm current availability.
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Trade desk06 06
Request the current orthodox offer.
Share your preferred leaf style, target volume, destination, and sample requirements so the current offer can be discussed.