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

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 ... more

Keemun Congou

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 ... more

Royal Yunnan

Royal Yunnan

Full of golden tips, Royal Yunnan has a roasty aroma and a smoky-red colored liquor. Low astringency and rich flavor make thi ... more

Red Pearls Black Tea

Red Pearls Black Tea

The rich, characteristic flavor of Yunnan Province is protected by the rolled gunpowder shape. As the leaves unfurl, the liq ... more

Lapsang Souchong

Lapsang Souchong

Not for weak tastebuds, Lapsang Souchong is a traditional Chinese black tea that has been dried over a pine fire. Since tea a ... more

Assam - Sessa Estate

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 ... more

Assam Khongea Golden Bud

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, a ... more

Darjeeling - Gopaldhara Estate - Decaffeinated

Darjeeling - Gopaldhara Estate - Decaffeinated

Enjoy the complex, light character of Darjeeling anytime, even before bed. Crisp and familiar liquor without the stimulant e ... more

Ceylon Star

Ceylon Star

This jewel of a tea from Sri Lanka makes a classic flavor that is smooth, crisp and familiar. Ceylon Star has a rich, dark c ... more

Discover Black Tea Sampler

Discover Black Tea Sampler

Black teas from India and China are highlighted here. 1 ounce samplers make 8-10 cups. 6 Selections include Ceylon, 2nd Flu ... more

Thurbo Estate Darjeeling 1st Flush FTGFOP1

Thurbo Estate Darjeeling 1st Flush FTGFOP1

2010 1st Flush. This is an exceptional offering from the early plucking from Thurbo. The tea has a smooth light taste, with ... more

Darjeeling 1st Flush Goomtee Organic FTGFOP1

Darjeeling 1st Flush Goomtee Organic FTGFOP1

The first of the 2010 arrivals. Goomtee Estate is known for high quality Organic teas. Great in the afternoon, or whenever ... more

Darjeeling, 2F Glenburn Estate

Darjeeling, 2F Glenburn Estate

Another fine product for 2010. The Prakash family sent this wonderfully smooth and complex tea from their Estate. Limited su ... more

Darjeeling, Autumnal Flush

Darjeeling, Autumnal Flush

This wonderful tea was picked late in November and flown in for your appreciation. From the Glenburn Estate, you will enjo ... more

Mango Mayhem Black Tea

Mango Mayhem Black Tea

The name says mayhem, the taste says simply refreshing. The black tea blend is accentuated with floral blooms for a visual t ... more

Darjeeling 2nd Flush Castleton Muscatel

Darjeeling 2nd Flush Castleton Muscatel

Fresh from the fields, Castleton has produced a fine sweet tea at a very good price. This is our pick for one of the BEST VAL ... more