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Black tea is a fully oxidized tea, giving it its distinctive dark color and intense aromas. Unlike green tea or white tea, black tea leaves undergo natural fermentation after harvest before being dried. This transformation brings out woody, spicy, and sometimes malty notes, depending on the terroir and the variety.

At Pure Tea, our selection of black teas is 100% natural, without additives, and chosen for its aromatic richness and refined character. A must-have for lovers of bold, comforting flavors.

Black tea is rich in antioxidants, particularly flavonoids (theaflavins and thearubigins), which help combat oxidative stress. It also contains a moderate amount of caffeine, making it a great ally for improving concentration and alertness—without the sudden effects of coffee.

Some studies also suggest a role in cholesterol regulation and supporting cardiovascular metabolism. Enjoying a quality black tea, like the one offered by Pure Tea, is the perfect blend of taste pleasure and everyday well-being, naturally.

Our Assam black tea is grown in the Assam region, in the north-east of India, famous for its bold, full-bodied black teas. The tropical climate, fertile soils and the Himalayan mists create the perfect conditions for a tea with intensely malty notes, gently spiced.

This Assam black tea is the ideal base for our energising recipes, like our Black Tea Mate Lemon Ginger.

Yes, black tea naturally contains theine, which is actually the same molecule as caffeine. On average, one cup of black tea contains 40 to 60 mg of caffeine, depending on the variety, the amount brewed, and the steeping time.

Good news: unlike coffee, the caffeine in tea is released more slowly, thanks to the presence of tannins. This means a gentler, longer-lasting effect, with no sudden spike or energy crash.

For a lighter version, you can do a first short steep (30 seconds), discard it, then steep the same leaves again.

A quality black tea can be recognized by several key signs:

• Whole or rolled leaves, with no dust
• a rich aroma, with no musty or damp notes
• a bright liquor, amber with a deep reddish tone once brewed
• a taste, with no excessive bitterness or metallic aftertaste

At Pure Tea, we work directly with passionate producers, select teas freshly harvested, and refuse industrial blends. The result: a high-end black tea, natural, pure, and truly delicious.

Black tea naturally contains caffeine (on average 40 to 60 mg per cup), so it is not recommended for children under 12.

For pregnant women, moderate consumption is possible, as long as you do not exceed 200 mg of caffeine per day, from all sources combined (tea, coffee, chocolate…). One to two cups of black tea can therefore fit into a balanced lifestyle during pregnancy, provided you discuss it with a healthcare professional.

Black tea is sensitive to humidity, light and strong odors. To keep it fresh for as long as possible, we recommend storing it in an airtight container, away from direct light and temperature fluctuations.

Avoid keeping it in the fridge or near strongly scented spices.

All our Pure Tea teas are packed in eco-designed, opaque, resealable pouches, specially created to protect freshness and aroma intensity all the way to the very last cup.