Organic Assam Tea, Putharjhora

General Information

Botanical Name: Camellia sinensis

Certified Organic. Fair Trade

Country of Origin: India

Production

The mastery of making black tea has been refined over the centuries and involves leaving the leaves to wither in the open, following with a “crush, tear, curl” procedure wherein the leaves are prepared for fermentation, carefully controlling for temperature and humidity. Finally, the leaves are heat dried to arrest the oxidation process, then sorted and graded according to size, and packaged.

Qualities

Black tea is generally has a stronger flavour than the less oxidized teas. Putharjhora Assam tea is deep, malty and brisk. Black tea contains caffeine.

Common Use

For a delicious cup of Assam, use one teaspoon of tea for every eight ounces of hot water. Steep for two minutes. Add sweeteners, milk, or milk alternatives as desired, or enjoy black!