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Irish Breakfast Black

Description Harvest Premium Pricing

A robust cup with notes of malt, sweet dates & high-fired accents.

Grade :

TGFOP1

Refers to Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe One: A grade of whole leaf tea distinguished by its superior quality

Speciality :

Assamica

Represents the cultivar of the Tea Plant

Caffeine :

High

The amount of Caffeine this tea contains

Season :

Second Flush

The season of teas picked between the four flushes(harvests) of the year

Our prices are premium. We could reduce our prices.
But then, your Tea would not be:

-Ethically sourced from the best estates of India
-Stored in a dehumidified warehouse
-Vacuum-sealed to lock in freshness
-Hand-picked or hand-crafted at origin
-Delivered fresh in a week
-Impacting 3.5 mn tea pluckers

Size:

100 gm

100 gm

SAVE 5%

300 gm

SAVE 10%

500 gm

SAVE 12%

1 Kg

Variant

Story

The history of Irish Breakfast tea is intertwined with Ireland's tea trade and cultural preferences. Samuel Bewley, an influential Irish businessman, played a pivotal role by advocating for legislative changes that allowed direct tea imports, breaking the East India Company's monopoly.

In 1835, Bewley's ship, Hellas, marked history by transporting tea directly from China to Dublin. This entrepreneurial spirit paved the way for robust Breakfast teas like Irish Breakfast, crafted to suit Ireland's strong tea-drinking traditions.

Made from bold Assam teas, it quickly became a household favorite, often served strong with milk, sugar, or cream. Today, Irish Breakfast Tea remains a cherished part of Irish culture and a beloved morning ritual worldwide, reflecting the warm hospitality and hearty spirit of the Emerald Isle.

Shipping

We deliver fresh teas to every pincode in India and to over 125 countries worldwide. Your order is processed within one business day, and a tracking link is provided once it’s shipped.

India
• Express Delivery: 2-4 days
• Free Shipping on Orders Above: ₹399

Rest of the World
• Express Delivery: 5-8 days

For orders below these amounts or in other countries, shipping costs, as well as any applicable Duties and Taxes, are transparently calculated during checkout.

Freshness Journey

Real fresh teas with transparent evidence of 'where' the tea was manufactured, and 'when' it was manufactured, verified by picking and processing dates

Picked & Processed

17th-18th Sep'25

Arrived at Teabox

Within 24 hrs of manufacturing of the teas at estate, we receive them

19th Sep'25

Sorted & Cleaned

We do hand sorting of the teas to ensure our customers only receive whole leaves and not dust

20th Sep'25

Vacuum Packed

We vacuum pack the teas to ensure freshness and protect it from the 4 enemies (light/heat/moisture/oxygen)

20th Sep'25

Stored for Freshness

Post vacuum packing, the teas are stored in one of its kind cold chain facility in India to ensure the quality is preserved

20th Sep'25

Ready to Ship

Usually delivers within 5-7 Biz Days

22nd Sep'25

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

As the only facility near the source, our close proximity to the estates ensures teas reach within 24-48 hours of production

Harvest

We believe in 100% Transparency of product traceability & its origins

TGFOP1

Refers to Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe One: A grade of whole leaf tea distinguished by its superior quality

Grade

Assamica

Represents the cultivar of the Tea Plant

Speciality

High

The amount of Caffeine this tea contains

Caffeine

Second Flush

The season of teas picked between the four flushes(harvests) of the year

Season

We Are Certified And Licensed

100% Pure & Fresh Assam Tea

Certified by the Tea Board of India under the Ministry of Commerce, Government of India. Assam CTM License No.- AS/116/18032015/E

TEA BOARD OF INDIA LICENCE

ASSAM CERTIFIED TRADE MARK

With the rise of adulterated Assam teas blended with teas from different regions, it is important to choose an authentic Indian brand. All of our Assam teas, sourced fresh from the gardens, are sold with a Certified Trademark license.

TEABOX VS OTHERS

Sourced directly from the estate

Stored in a dehumidified warehouse

Vacuum-packed for freshness

High-grade whole leaf

No Middlemen

How To Steep

Step 1

Start by heating water in a kettle

Step 2

Measure precise tea leaves for the teapot/infuser.

Step 3

Pour the hot water over the leaves

Step 4

Let it steep for the recommended duration

Step 5

Strain and enjoy sipping your freshly steeped tea.

Steeping Method

5.07fl oz/
150 ml

185-194°F/
85-90°C

2Tsp/2.5g/
0.09oz

5
mins

Steep
Once

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool dry place away from heat, sunlight and moisture. Use an airtight container to minimize contact with O2

Tasting Notes

From our Chief Tea Taster

Aroma

Marked by notes of malt, dates with hint of high-fire.

Appearance

Dark Amber

Taste

A robust, lively cup which beams with delectable notes of malt right from the start and mingles with sweet tones of dates towards the middle to give a well-rounded feel and vivacious intensity on the palate.

Furtive high-fired tints interlaced with cocoa-like accents are discernible along the edges, which however ebb to finish on malty undertones.Try this with a dash of milk for an invigorating experience.

YOU ASKED WE ANSWERED

What is Irish Breakfast tea?

Irish Breakfast tea is a robust and hearty black tea blend that originated in Ireland.

It is known for its strong and full-bodied flavor, making it an ideal choice for a hearty morning cup.

How does Irish Breakfast tea differ from other breakfast tea blends?

Irish Breakfast tea sets itself apart from other breakfast tea blends with its distinctive blend composition and bold character.

Typically featuring a robust combination of black teas, often incorporating the strong and malty Assam varieties, Irish Breakfast tea delivers a full-bodied and hearty flavor.

Where is the Irish Breakfast tea offered by Teabox sourced from ?

The Irish Breakfast tea offered by us is a meticulously crafted blend that combines whole-leaf Assams sourced from esteemed tea estates in the Assam region.

How is your Irish Breakfast tea different from other tea brands ?

1. We use only whole-leaf orthodox grades in crafting this blend rather than dust or fannings. This ensures a richer and more nuanced flavor profile in every cup.
2. Additionally, we source our base teas solely from top-tier tea estates in Assam, renowned for producing exceptional quality teas.

Is Irish Breakfast tea caffeinated?

Irish Breakfast tea is caffeinated, as is typical for traditional black teas.

With 40 to 70 milligrams of caffeine per 8-ounce cup), the actual levels may differ based on individual steeping preferences.

Can Irish Breakfast tea be enjoyed with milk and sugar?

Yes, Irish Breakfast tea is traditionally enjoyed with milk and sugar.

Is there a standard steeping time and temperature for this tea?

1. Start by heating fresh, cold water to a temperature between 185-194¡F(85-90¡C),
2. Utilize approximately 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of loose tea leaves per 6 ounces (180 ml) of water in a teapot or tea infuser, ensuring optimal leaf expansion.
3. Steep the tea for 4-5 minutes, adjusting based on your desired strength.
4. Strain and enjoy sipping

Frequently Purchased

Full-bodied yet smooth

I’ve always been partial to Irish Breakfast tea and this one is exceptional. Best I’ve tasted, despite having had in both Ireland and England. 🙂 It’s full bodied without being bitter; just a nice smooth tasting tea with a beautiful deep color. Plain or with milk and sugar, it’s just delicious. HIGHLY recommend.

So fresh

As always, Teabox Assam delivers a beautiful cup of malty, deep and satisfying tea. So lovely on our cold antipodean winter days with a freshly baked biscuit!

Straight-ahead tea

Nice caffeine boost, straight-forward tea flavor. It had a slight aftertaste I don't have the vocabulary to define, which I thought at first I didn't like, but then decided I liked it fine. A good first-thing-in-the-morning tea.

Delicious

Only when we started drinking this did we realise how plain normal black tea tastes and coffee shops don’t offer anything except what you would get at home. It’s an amazing tea which we look forward to each day.

Simply Great Tea

What can I say?….great service and fantastic tea. Ditch the bags!

Super authentic . My elixir . Clean and lovely .

The perfect tea!

I love this tea. And no bags or boxes to recycle.

excellent tea, quality service

My tea arrived very quickly from its origin to the United States. The box came well packed against the elements, and the tea itself was vacuum-packed and came with an extra, resealable bag to help keep the freshness. This Irish breakfast blend is excellent! It's a strong taste but not overpowering or bitter. I take it with a bit of sugar, and it's a fantastic way to start my day.

Refreshing

I Did not realise how bland conventional tea bags were until I tasted this, so full of flavours and so fresh tasting, I have shared some and get the same positive response, my new everyday tea !

I’m done searching

I’m a lifelong tea drinker. I’m partial to robust black teas but I’m equally fond of both green and white teas.
This is the first product review I’ve ever done. I’m forever a devotee of your company and teas. The Irish black tea is, hands down, the best smelling & tasting I’ve ever had. Your Jasmine and your Green Teas are absolutely amazing.
Shipping is so fast.

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Irish Breakfast Black

Freshness Journey

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

Harvest

We Are Certified And Licensed

TEABOX VS OTHERS

How To Steep

Tasting Notes

YOU ASKED WE ANSWERED

Frequently Purchased

Customer Reviews