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Mango Black Tea

Mango Black Tea

Black Tea

India — Assam

Oxidation: full

Harvest: year-round

40-60 mg/cup
🌡90-100 °C
3-5 min
🔄1 infusions

Tasting Profile

Aroma

Sweet mango with robust black tea

Flavor

Tropical mango with malty black tea base

Mouthfeel

Medium to full-bodied, fruity

Aftertaste

Sweet mango, malty finish

Brewing Guide

Temperature

90-100°C

194-212°F

Steep Time

3-5 min

Leaf Amount

2g / 100ml

Max Infusions

1

About This Tea

Mango Black Tea is a distinguished tea originating from Assam, India, where the unique combination of soil, climate, and elevation creates ideal conditions for producing this remarkable variety. The leaves are fully oxidized through a careful process of withering, rolling, oxidation, and firing that develops its characteristic dark color and robust flavor, resulting in a tea that has captivated drinkers for generations with its distinctive character and refined qualities. For centuries, tea artisans in this region have perfected the techniques needed to bring out the best in each leaf, passing down knowledge from master to apprentice through countless generations.

A well-prepared cup of Mango Black Tea is a multisensory experience. The fragrance immediately conveys sweet mango with robust black tea, while the palate encounters tropical mango with malty black tea base. Experienced tea drinkers often note how the flavor evolves as the tea cools, revealing new dimensions of taste with each sip. In terms of stimulation, Mango Black Tea is moderately high in caffeine at 40-60 mg per cup, offering a noticeable energy boost while remaining gentler than coffee.

India is one of the world's largest tea producers, with a tea culture that blends ancient Ayurvedic traditions with colonial-era plantation heritage.

To brew Mango Black Tea properly, water should be heated to 90°C to 100°C and the leaves steeped for 3 to 5 minutes. Using approximately 2.0g of tea per 100ml of water produces optimal results. The tea can be re-steeped up to 1 times, with each infusion offering a slightly different expression of the leaf's character. Many experienced drinkers find that the second or third infusion reveals the tea's true depth.

In the modern tea landscape, Mango Black Tea occupies a special position. As consumers worldwide develop increasingly sophisticated palates, this tea has found appreciation far beyond its traditional home in India. Specialty tea shops, online retailers, and dedicated tea communities have made it more accessible than ever, while maintaining respect for the traditional craftsmanship that defines its production. For those discovering Mango Black Tea for the first time, it offers a gateway to understanding the incredible diversity and depth that the world of tea has to offer.

Health Benefits

Contains theaflavins and thearubigins, antioxidants unique to oxidized teas
May support heart health and healthy blood pressure levels
Provides a natural energy boost from moderate caffeine content
Contains polyphenols that may support gut health
May help improve focus and mental alertness

Caffeine Deep Dive

compared to coffee (95 mg)

Mango Black Tea50 mg
Coffee95 mg

Based on the FDA guideline of 400 mg/day, you can safely drink up to 8 cups per day.

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Serving Suggestions

Pairs Well With

Spiced samosasNaan bread with curryCardamom cookiesMasala-spiced nutsChai-spiced desserts

Recommended Teaware

English-style ceramic teapotFine bone china cup and saucerTea strainer

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Nutrition Facts

Per 240ml serving
Calories2 kcal
Caffeine40-60 mg
L-Theanine5-10 mg
Polyphenols80-150 mg
Vitamin C0-1 mg
Protein0.3 g
Total Carbohydrates0.4 g
Total Fat0 g
Potassium20 mg
Magnesium3 mg
Calcium3 mg
Sodium1 mg

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Mango Black Tea taste like?
Mango Black Tea has a Tropical mango with malty black tea base taste with Sweet mango with robust black tea aroma. The mouthfeel is Medium to full-bodied, fruity with Sweet mango, malty finish aftertaste.
How much caffeine is in Mango Black Tea?
Mango Black Tea contains 40-60 mg of caffeine per cup.
What temperature should I brew Mango Black Tea at?
Brew Mango Black Tea at 90-100°C for 3-5 minutes.
What are the health benefits of Mango Black Tea?
Key health benefits of Mango Black Tea include: Contains theaflavins and thearubigins, antioxidants unique to oxidized teas, May support heart health and healthy blood pressure levels, Provides a natural energy boost from moderate caffeine content.
What foods pair well with Mango Black Tea?
Mango Black Tea pairs well with: Spiced samosas, Naan bread with curry, Cardamom cookies, Masala-spiced nuts, Chai-spiced desserts.
Can I drink Mango Black Tea before bed?
Mango Black Tea contains 40-60 mg of caffeine per cup. It is best enjoyed earlier in the day. If you are sensitive to caffeine, avoid drinking it within 6 hours of bedtime.