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Raw Honey Black Tea

Raw Honey Black Tea

Black Tea

China — Yunnan

Oxidation: full

Harvest: spring

25-40 mg/cup
🌡85-95 °C
3-5 min
🔄3 infusions

Tasting Profile

Aroma

Natural honey sweetness with black tea

Flavor

Naturally honeyed, sweet without sugar

Mouthfeel

Full-bodied, smooth, sweet

Aftertaste

Honeyed, lasting sweetness

Brewing Guide

Temperature

85-95°C

185-203°F

Steep Time

3-5 min

Leaf Amount

2g / 100ml

Max Infusions

3

About This Tea

From the renowned tea-growing region of Yunnan in China comes Raw Honey Black Tea, a tea prized by connoisseurs and casual drinkers alike. The leaves are fully oxidized through a careful process of withering, rolling, oxidation, and firing that develops its characteristic dark color and robust flavor, a method that has been refined over centuries to capture the essence of the terroir in every cup. The specific microclimate of Yunnan — its rainfall patterns, altitude, and soil composition — contributes to a flavor profile that cannot be truly replicated anywhere else in the world.

A well-prepared cup of Raw Honey Black Tea is a multisensory experience. The fragrance immediately conveys natural honey sweetness with black tea, while the palate encounters naturally honeyed, sweet without sugar. 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, Raw Honey Black Tea is moderate in caffeine with 25-40 mg per cup, providing gentle alertness without the jitters.

Chinese tea culture, one of the oldest and most sophisticated in the world, has elevated tea preparation and appreciation to an art form spanning thousands of years.

Preparing Raw Honey Black Tea requires attention to temperature and timing. Water at 85°C to 95°C brings out the best qualities of the leaf, while steeping for 3 to 5 minutes achieves the ideal balance of flavor and body. A ratio of 2.0g per 100ml of water is recommended. With up to 3 possible infusions, each cup provides a new opportunity to appreciate the nuances of this exceptional tea.

In the modern tea landscape, Raw Honey Black Tea occupies a special position. As consumers worldwide develop increasingly sophisticated palates, this tea has found appreciation far beyond its traditional home in China. 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 Raw Honey 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)

Raw Honey Black Tea33 mg
Coffee95 mg

Based on the FDA guideline of 400 mg/day, you can safely drink up to 12 cups per day.

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Serving Suggestions

Pairs Well With

Dim sumRoasted duckDark chocolateAged cheeseDried fruits

Recommended Teaware

Porcelain gaiwanGlass tea pitcherSmall ceramic cups

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Nutrition Facts

Per 240ml serving
Calories2 kcal
Caffeine25-40 mg
L-Theanine5-12 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 Raw Honey Black Tea taste like?
Raw Honey Black Tea has a Naturally honeyed, sweet without sugar taste with Natural honey sweetness with black tea aroma. The mouthfeel is Full-bodied, smooth, sweet with Honeyed, lasting sweetness aftertaste.
How much caffeine is in Raw Honey Black Tea?
Raw Honey Black Tea contains 25-40 mg of caffeine per cup.
What temperature should I brew Raw Honey Black Tea at?
Brew Raw Honey Black Tea at 85-95°C for 3-5 minutes.
What are the health benefits of Raw Honey Black Tea?
Key health benefits of Raw Honey 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 Raw Honey Black Tea?
Raw Honey Black Tea pairs well with: Dim sum, Roasted duck, Dark chocolate, Aged cheese, Dried fruits.