{"id":10007,"date":"2019-04-25T10:36:24","date_gmt":"2019-04-25T14:36:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.davidstea.com\/en\/?p=10007"},"modified":"2023-09-26T15:08:15","modified_gmt":"2023-09-26T19:08:15","slug":"tea-101-what-is-black-tea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.davidstea.com\/en\/tea-101-what-is-black-tea\/","title":{"rendered":"Tea 101: What is black tea?"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time:<\/b> <\/span> 4<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>\n

Earl Grey, Nepal Black, Orange Pekoe \u2013 what would teatime be without black tea? It\u2019s easy to associate black tea with British high tea, but it was actually introduced to British traders by the Chinese hundreds of years ago. Because black tea isn\u2019t as delicate as green and white teas, ancient Chinese tea merchants compressed them into bricks and sent them with traders on long journeys. In fact, bricks of black tea were used as currency along the old trading routes between China and the West. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dark, bold and rich in flavour, black tea comes from the Camellia sinensis<\/em> plant and represents approximately 90% of the tea consumed in the Western world. Why do we love it so much? It\u2019s fully oxidized during processing, which is why black tea leaves are so dark in colour. The fact that the leaves are exposed to oxygen for so long gives them a stronger, sweeter, more full-bodied flavour. Maybe that\u2019s what makes rich blends like Organic Cream of Earl Grey<\/u> <\/a> and <\/a> Organic David\u2019s Breakfast Blend <\/u> <\/a>\n<\/a> so popular. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bold and cozy, black tea is also used as the base for so many of our favourite fall drinks \u2013 from warming chai tea lattes to comforting London Fogs<\/u> <\/a> to dreamy Lavender Earl Grey Lattes. With amazing ingredients like Saigon cinnamon, bergamot and passion fruit, our wide selection of black teas is a delicious way to explore everything this tea category has to offer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What are the benefits of black\ntea?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Black tea is high in caffeine, meaning\nit\u2019s packed with energizing benefits that\u2019ll help boost alertness and get your\nmotor running. Like many other tea types, it also contains antioxidants \u2013 tiny powerhouses\nthat help fight against free radicals. Pair a mugful of black tea with your\nbreakfast for the ultimate morning fuel or sip it as a tea latte pick-me-up to\nbeat the afternoon doldrums.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How much caffeine is in black tea?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our black teas range from 10-100 mg of caffeine per 8 oz cup, while coffee contains on average 140 mg per cup. Black tea is naturally high in caffeine, which is why it\u2019s such a great alternative to coffee. Love an espresso shot in the morning? Wake up your senses by steeping an extra strong shot of Kenyan Tinderet<\/u> <\/a> with an optional splash of milk. Delish!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What does black tea taste like?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Depending on where it was grown and how it was processed, black tea can taste anything from sweet and rich to fruity and astringent. Full-bodied breakfast teas like Organic David\u2019s Breakfast Blend<\/u> <\/a> and spiced blends like Organic Saigon Chai<\/a><\/u> are delicious with a splash of milk and sugar, while delicate Darjeelings are best straight up. Black tea also has a boldness some java lovers crave. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s a whole world of black teas to\ndiscover, from classic afternoon teas to fresh and fruity blends that taste\namazing on ice. We also have a tasty assortment of organic black teas to choose\nfrom. Explore our wide selection of premium black teas, traditional teas with a\ntwist and amazing new black tea blends to find the one that makes your taste buds\nsing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Find the black tea that\u2019s right\nfor you<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

TRADITIONAL<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organic Nepal Black<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There are good things brewing in the\nHighlands of Nepal. Like this handmade, honey-scented black tea, from a\nfamily-owned tea garden named Jun Chiyabari.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organic David\u2019s Breakfast Blend<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This sweet, full-bodied blend of organic\nAssam and Ceylon black teas might be the best breakfast blend ever. Amazing\nsolo but even better with a splash of milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Orange Pekoe<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve polled the entire country and this\nis, in fact, the perfect pekoe. With its rich hints of malted grain and dark\nhoney, it\u2019s the classic of all classics. The ultimate pick-me-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FRUITY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Maracuja Mango<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking for a sunny pick-me-up? This\nrefreshing blend of sweet black tea, creamy mango and exotic passion fruit is a\ndelicious tropical delight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organic Blueberry Jam<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This fruity black tea blends blueberries\nwith elderberries, cornflowers and stevia. It\u2019s the perfect companion to your\nmorning toast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a> Organic La La Lemon<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With tangy lemon oil, bright orange oil\nand real bits of zest, this organic lemon black tea might just be the smoothest,\nmost refreshing citrus tea on earth. Amazing hot or iced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SPICY<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organic Saigon Chai<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This organic Assam black tea with Saigon\ncinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves and pink peppercorns is on another level of\ndelicious. Try it iced, Viet-style, with sweetened condensed milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pumpkin Chai<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This fan fave spiced black tea has it\nall: the warmth of cinnamon and cloves, plus the sweetness of caramel and\npumpkin candy. Top with frothed milk for a comforting pumpkin spice latte.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organic Glitter & Gold<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking for a little star power? Try\nthis sweet, spiced black tea with aromatic clove, creamy vanilla and pretty\nlittle gold star-shaped sprinkles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

SWEET<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organic Choco Chaga Detox<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With all the cleansing goodness of\nchaga, this detoxifying black tea with cocoa, carob and chicory root is like\nthe healthiest hot chocolate ever.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chocolate Macaroon<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

There\u2019s nothing quite like a classic\ncoconut macaroon cookie. And with black tea, toasted coconut, cacao nibs and\npecans, this rich, nutty blend is just as good as the real thing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cardamom French Toast<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With black tea, cinnamon, cardamom and\ncane sugar, this rich, sweet, lightly spiced blend is as decadent as it gets.\nWho says you can\u2019t have dessert for breakfast?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pistachio Ice Cream<\/u> <\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This nutty, creamy black tea is so\ntasty, you\u2019ll definitely want two scoops. And since it has next to no calories,\nit\u2019s one indulgence you can feel great about.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FLORAL<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organic Jasmine Black Pearls<\/u> <\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Black pearls, black jasmine teas and\nChinese black teas are all extremely rare. So what do you get when you combine\nall three? A seriously special, super-rare, once-in-a-lifetime tea \u2013 a\nDAVIDsTEA exclusive!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to make black tea perfectly<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To make the perfect cup of black tea every time, steep 1-2 Perfect Spoons<\/u> <\/a> of loose leaf in hot 95o<\/sup>C\/200o<\/sup>F water. If you have long tea leaves or jasmine pearls, we recommend using our stainless steel infuser<\/u> <\/a> to give your tea leaves plenty of room to expand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When it comes to steeping time, we\nrecommend letting your tea leaves infuse in hot water between 3-5 minutes. This\nwill give the tea enough time to release all of its wonderful flavours and\naromas without it turning bitter. Use these steeping guidelines and your cup\nwill be rich and deep in flavour, without being too astringent. Happy sipping!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shop all black teas here<\/u> <\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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