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Black Teas

Black teas are fully-oxidized. The chemical reaction to air is what causes the leaf to change color. Each growing region has dramatically different flavor charateristics, so feel free to explore the complexities that black teas offer.


	Organic Golden Monkey This tea comes to us from the Wu Yi Mountains, and is harvested only in the Spring. Carefully selected, golden-tipped leaves and buds yield a full taste that is mild and has complex undertones. More...		Keemun Congou Keemun's liquor has a fruity/malty taste with a lingering toasty note. The leaf is small, dark and twisted, like a favorite novel. More...

	Royal Yunnan Full of golden tips, Royal Yunnan has a roasty aroma and a smoky-red colored liquor. Low astringency and rich flavor make this a daily treat. More...		Lapsang Souchong Not for weak tastebuds, Lapsang Souchong is a traditional Chinese black tea that has been dried over a pine fire. Since tea absorbs the flavors around it, guess what it tastes like… Actually, this selection has a balance between the smoke and tea tones, so it is not overwhelming. More...

	Assam - Sessa Estate Look for the abundance of golden tips in this tasty India Black. The straightforward flavor will remind you why Assam can be used as the base for great blends. More...		Assam Khongea Golden Bud Teas from the Khongea Estate are known for their rich flavor and excellent leaf quality. We first introduced this in 2007, and it quickly sold out. This tea features a full smooth taste, with an earthy hint and a touch of maltiness for which Assams are known. More...

	Darjeeling - Golpadhara Estate - Decaffeinated Enjoy the complex, light character of Darjeeling anytime, even before bed. Crisp and familiar liquor without the stimulant effect of caffeine. More...		Ceylon Sun The blend of teas from Sri Lanka makes a classic flavor that is smooth, crisp and familiar. Ceylon Sun has a rich, dark color, clear body and a smaller leaf than many Ceylon teas. When people ask, "What makes a good iced tea," this is what we offer. More...

	Discover Black Tea Sampler Black teas from India and China are highlighted here. 1 ounce samplers make 8-10 cups. 6 Selections include 1st FLush Darjeeling, 2nd Flush Darjeeling, Assam, Keemun, Golden Monkey, and Royal Yunnan. (Cup and measure purchased seperately) More...		Thurbo Estate Darjeeling 1st Flush FTGFOP1 2008 1st Flush. This is an exceptional offering from the early plucking from Thurbo. The tea has a smooth light taste, with the lingering muscatel sweetness that is sought after from the Darjeeling teas. LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE, so please order early. More...

	Assam, Dikome 2nd Flush This comes froma small estate in the northern tip of the Assam region. It has bold body and a nice malty hint which makes for a good tea in the morning, or anytime you want a distinctive flavor. More...		Darjeeling, Jungpana 2nd Flush TGFOP Our top selection for 2008. Starts with a sweetness on the tip of the tongue, has a smooth medium body and a lingering finish More...

	Darjeeling, Goomtee 2nd Flush FTGFOP Organic What a find! A smooth sweet 2nd Flush from one of the top estates in Darjeeling, and Organic as well. More...

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