Black tea refers to tea leaves that are fully oxidized. This gives the tea more of a fruity & 'spiced' character, as compared to green tea being more grassy & nutty. There are many varieties of Black Tea from all over the world. This collection of single-origin, non-blended, non-flavored teas is an opportunity to explore the different flavor profiles and energies they can offer. If you're looking for tea for high tea, or your next tea party, you'll find them here.
Contains 4 Black Teas, 10 grams of each (enough for 3 tea times).
Climber's Brew (Darjeeling, India): This bracing Indian tea brings clove & spice notes, and enough energy to get you up that mountain. Courtesy of one of the only woman-owned tea estates in India.
Rosy-fingered Dawn (Assam, India): Like Homer’s ‘child of morning’, this tea awakens your senses. A classic early-riser’s Assam with a surprising sweetness that will stay with you through the day.
The Red Queen (Sichuan, China): In China, Black tea was named 'hong cha' meaning "red tea", for the rich color of its brew. This tea is also called 'gui fei hong' or Imperial Red. This is a tea fit for royalty, with luxurious cacao notes and a smooth, silky finish.
Kilimanjaro Black (Dar es Salaam, Tanzania): A bold black tea from a newer tea growing region, with a malty and rich flavor. Perfect for your next expedition.
While black tea is often enjoyed with cream & sugar, we recommend trying each tea with no additives, to fully appreciate their properties and differences. Use 3 grams of tea leaf (1.5 tsp) and brew with boiling water for 2-3 minutes, according to taste.
