Teabox Roasted Darjeeling Black

This is not a Single-origin tea but crafted by skilfully blending teas from 4-5 estates in the region.

At Teabox, we have a meticulous blending process that aims to achieve a desired taste profile, allowing for the harmonious balance of flavors and characteristics from different tea gardens.

The result is a unique blend that captures the essence of the region while offering a carefully curated and distinctive tea-drinking experience.

The basic flavor profile of this tea is characterized by a robust and distinctive cup. This unique summer black tea offers high-fired, smoky-woody flavors that provide a bold and intense experience.

The infusion culminates with a delicate fruity note, adding a layer of complexity to the overall taste.

These teas, often associated with regions like Darjeeling, showcase a remarkable balance between the strength of their bold flavors and the subtlety of a nuanced sweetness.

This tea is meticulously crafted from the Chinary variety of the Camellia sinensis tea plant.

Chinary tea plants are typically grown from seeds, contributing to a diverse genetic makeup that enhances the complexity of flavors in the tea leaves.

This method of cultivation adds an extra layer of richness to the tea, reflecting the inherent diversity within the Chinary variety and elevating the overall tea-drinking experience.

Being a black tea, like all teas made from the Camellia sinensis plant, does contain caffeine.

In fact, due to the slightly longer oxidation process commonly associated with summer harvests, these teas often exhibit higher caffeine levels compared to some other black teas.

1. Begin by heating water to around 185°F-194°F (85°C-90°C).
2. Place 1-2 teaspoons of tea leaves in a teapot or infuser.
3. Pour the hot water over the leaves
4. Let them steep for 4-5 minutes.
5. Strain and enjoy sipping.

Experimenting with steeping times will reveal different nuances in the tea, offering a personalized and enjoyable tasting experience.

Yes, given this tea's distinctive smoky-woody character, it complements well with the addition of milk and sugar. The robust & full-bodied flavor profile harmonizes with the creaminess of milk, creating a balanced and enjoyable tea experience.

Moreover, the addition of milk tends to tone down the astringency, making it a versatile choice for those who prefer a milder cup.

Whether savored plain or with the enhancements of milk and sugar, this tea offers a customizable and delightful tea-drinking experience.

The flavor profile of this tea maintains its distinctive characteristics consistently throughout the year.

This exceptional blend is crafted to deliver a robust and nuanced cup, ensuring that the intrinsic burnt-woody & smoky flavors remain a constant signature.

Regardless of the seasonal variations and harvest times, the careful selection and blending process by tea masters at Teabox contribute to a tea that consistently embodies the unique attributes of the blend, providing a reliably exceptional and refined tea-drinking experience.