Black Tea
Our range of single origin black teas cover the world's great tea regions, from Yunnan, to Ceylon, and Assam – each terroir offering a unique richness and intensity of flavour. With strength and structure, black teas taste rich and often malty.
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What is black tea?
Black tea is fully oxidized, which gives it a dark color and rich flavor. It is the most widely consumed type of tea worldwide.
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What types of black tea are there?
Some well-known types of black tea include Assam, Darjeeling, Earl Grey, Ceylon, and Keemun, each with its own distinctive flavor profile.
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How is black tea made?
Black tea is made by plucking tea leaves, withering, rolling, oxidizing, and then drying the leaves to lock in flavour.
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Where does black tea come from?
Black tea is grown primarily in countries like China, India and Sri Lanka, where the climate is ideal for tea cultivation.
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Does black tea have caffeine?
Yes, black tea contains caffeine, though the amount can vary depending on the type and brewing time.
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What are the benefits of black tea?
Black tea contains antioxidants and compounds that can improve heart health, boost energy levels, and enhance cognitive function.
Best Black Tea
Working directly with expert producers from the world’s greatest tea origins we’ve sourced a wide selection of black teas that cover a range of flavours and tastes to suit every mood. If an everyday cuppa with milk is what you’re after, then elevate your breakfast tea with our single origin Assam Breakfast for a rich and super smooth start to the day. Or If you’re looking for a unique experience, then check out our batches of fruity and complex black teas like Red Dragon harvested from the wild mountains of Yunnan, China. Or Want to learn even more about our black teas and other tea types? Then visit our journal to explore stories from origin, tea recipes and deep dives.