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Assam Tea, A Bold Morning Essential Discover the depth and comfort of a traditional morning cup through this bold and carefully crafted loose-leaf expression. Sourced from select Assam gardens during the prized Second Flush, this tea brings together the aromatic clarity of orthodox leaves with the satisfying strength of CTC leaf. The result is a bright amber infusion with full body, brisk structure and the unmistakable malty richness that defines authentic Assam tea. This is breakfast tea with power, presence and refined character. Tasting Notes Appearance: Bright, deep amber liquorAroma: Notes of dark fruit, dates and warm caramelFlavour: Full bodied, malty and rich with caramel and raisin characterFinish: Smooth, structured and lingering with warm sweetnessWith Milk: Creamy and comforting and ideal with milk and sugar.Black: More aromatic, brisk and expressive Ingredients 100% Pure Indian Black Tea How to Brew You can discover our in depth black tea brewing guide to learn how to brew the perfect cup of tea. Use these quick steps to brew the perfect cup: 1–2 teaspoons (2-3g) per cup 200ml of fresh filtered boiled water (100°C) Steep 3–5 minutes Enjoy black or with milk For a teapot, use 1-2 teaspoons per person, 600ml to 1, depending on teapot size, plus one extra teaspoon for the pot. (2 to 3g per person, with an additional 2g for the pot to ensure balance.) For a stronger cup, use a little more tea and brew for a minute longer. For a lighter cup, simply reduce the leaf and shorten the steeping time. Feel free to experiment to find the balance that makes your perfect cup. Why Choose This Black Tea Authentic Assam black tea provenance Strong, malty profile ideal for breakfast tea drinkers Superior loose-leaf quality Small batch blended for flavour consistency Suits mornings, focus, energy and daily comfort Production & Leaf Grades This tea showcases two traditional processing methods, Orthodox leaf for fragrance, clarity and aromatic depth, CTC for brisk strength and a classic Assam Breakfast punch. The result is a balanced loose leaf black tea with both nuance and power. Wellbeing & Potential Benefits As a classic black tea, it naturally contains polyphenol antioxidants and a balanced caffeine lift. Many enjoy black tea as a gentler alternative to coffee, supporting alertness and comfort as part of a balanced lifestyle. Assam Tea Origin & Craftsmanship Assam, in north-eastern India, is the home of Assam tea, produced from the broad leaf assamica variety of the Camellia sinensis plant. The region’s heavy rainfall, warm temperatures and fertile floodplains help develop the deep, malty profile that distinguishes Assam black tea from lighter, high grown styles. Every lot chosen for this tea is selected for aroma, structure and consistency, then blended in small batches for dependable flavour and freshness. Read our breakfast tea guide for further information, history and origins of black tea.