Collection: Black Tea

Black tea is a fully oxidized tea made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Our black teas come mainly from the prestigious Assam gardens in India, a region at the foothills of the Himalayas known for producing the world’s boldest black teas. This area boasts a humid tropical climate and rich soil, giving Assam tea its deep copper color and distinctive malty flavors.

The cultivation of Assam black tea takes place at altitudes between 500 and 1,200 meters, in plantations where tea trees can grow over 15 meters tall. After hand-picking the top two leaves and the bud, the leaves undergo a full oxidation process: withering, rolling, oxidizing, and drying. This process develops the dark color and powerful tannins that define black tea, giving it its strength and aromatic depth.

Black tea is packed with natural benefits: it contains theine (the equivalent of caffeine), which provides a natural energy boost and improves focus. Rich in antioxidants (theaflavins and thearubigins), it helps fight cell aging. Black tea also supports digestion and may contribute to cardiovascular health. Its flavonoid content makes it a valuable ally for strengthening the body’s natural defenses.

Black tea preparation requires hot water at 95-100°C and steeping for 3 to 5 minutes, depending on your preferred strength. Use about 2 to 3 grams of tea per cup (150ml). Black tea handles longer infusions well and gradually reveals its malty notes. For our flavored blends, follow the steeping times to balance the tea's flavors with the added natural ingredients.

Black tea stands out for its full oxidation (unlike green tea, which isn’t oxidized, or white tea, which is only lightly oxidized). This process gives it its dark color, robust flavors, and high caffeine content. While green tea offers fresh, vegetal notes, black tea develops malty, woody, and sometimes fruity flavors. Its strong flavor profile makes it an excellent base for flavored blends.

Black tea contains caffeine (30 to 50mg per cup), making it an ideal energizing drink for mornings and afternoons. It’s not recommended in the evening to avoid sleep disturbances. Thanks to its moderate caffeine content compared to coffee, black tea offers a gradual energy boost without the spikes and crashes. It can be a great alternative to coffee for more lasting energy.

Black tea storage requires a dry, cool, light-free environment, ideally between 59°F and 68°F (15–20°C). Avoid heat and humidity, which can damage the essential oils. At Pure Tea, our recyclable metallized film packaging creates an optimal barrier against light, moisture, and external odors. Once opened, reseal the bag carefully after each use. Properly stored black tea retains its flavor for 2 to 3 years, with our eco-friendly packaging ensuring maximum freshness.