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Harney & Sons
$15•Unit: 3 oz. Tin
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Steep time
5 minutes
Method: standard
Steeps
2
Recommended
Water temp
100°C
Adjust to taste
Leaf ratio
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Oxidation
—
Caffeine
Medium
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Tip: start at ~95°C, then adjust down 3–5°C if it turns sharp.
Pairing: breakfast pastries, aged cheese, or dark chocolate
We are very happy with the work of the Prakash family. We often like to offer both a broken leaf Assam and a full leaf Assam from the same estate. The difference between the two is mostly in the strength. The broken tea is stronger, making it more suitable as a breakfast tea. This full leaf is more elegant, and the dark honey flavors are more evident. Oftentimes, these teas are called malty, which means they have a dark, slightly sweet flavor (caramel-like), similar to barley, that is roasted and used in beers.