Black Teas
Darjeeling, Assam, Ceylon, English Breakfast - all these are Black Teas. But each is different. Darjeeling, the "champagne of tea" is as different from Assam as Chardonnay is from Chablis. Although they all begin as fresh green leaf, black teas get their dark color through a specific tea manufacturing process. A crucial step - oxidation - is essential for tea to be termed Black Tea. We've categorized our Black Teas by Origin and Name so you can find your selection quickly.
Black teas can be straight (Varietals) or flavored. Very well-known blends such as English Breakfast can be found in the section called Breakfast Teas/House Blends.
For more on the background of Black teas, read our quick primer:
Description: Whole leaf, TGFOP grade, nicely-defined, good full-bodied taste. A best-seller. The daily hearty morning cup. Certified Organic....
Description: Broken leaf, more character than CTC, still strong. Certified Organic. Colors quickly, good with milk. Your regular...
Description: No frills, just a strong cup. Organic. Small round granules of tea. Available in smaller packs or...
Description: Not too strong but can take milk. Longish leaves, GFOP grade. A good, daily Assam. Case of...
Description: Rich, tippy, malty, a very good daily Assam. 25 lbs. may be packed in bulk. If you...
Description: A classic malty, tippy Assam. A hearty cup! Country of Origin: India, Assam Ingredients: Assam Black Tea...
Description: Sweet, malty with a very smooth finish. No milk needed! Country of Origin: India, Assam Ingredients: Assam...
Description: An unusual long leaf Assam, elegant style, robust but not overly strong. Country of Origin: India, Assam...
Description: Our own specially selected blend of top Assams. Country of Origin: India, Assam Ingredients: Assam Black Tea...
Description: Lots of golden tips, hearty, full bodied, rich. One of our best Assams. Recommended. Country of Origin:...
Description: Premier Assam, lots of tips, very smooth, enhanced by milk. Country of Origin: India, Assam Ingredients: Assam...
Description: Enjoy the 2024 season of Organic Darjeeling Makaibari 2nd flush Black Tea. Country of Origin: India, Darjeeling...