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Irish Breakfast Tea - Loose Leaf

Irish Breakfast Tea - Loose Leaf

Strong, malty character for a great builder's brew!
Luxury Black Tea.
Kenya, India.
3-7 Mins 1/Cup 100°C
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Irish Breakfast Tea is a real Builder's Tea if a strong, full-bodied, malty brew is just what you're looking for! A combination of high-quality teas from a 2nd Flush Assam and a February tea from Kenya ensures that if you wait just long enough, your teaspoon might just stand up!

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  • 5
    Lovely strength

    Posted by Stuart M. on Feb 23, 2025

    I was looking for a really strong tea for an outdoor event that would brew quickly. Tries a few samples, but this one worked best. Great feedback from the crew and crowds!

   Tea Facts

  • Ingredients: High-Grown Kenyan & 2nd Flush Assam Black Tea.
  • Leaves: CTC Broken Orange Pekoe (BOP)/BP1 Broken Pekoe #1.
  • Latin/ Botanical Names: Camellia sinensis.
  • Grown: Nandi Highlands (Kenya), Assam (India), 500 - 6500 ft above sea level.
  • Aroma: Floral notes with complex depth.
  • Infused Colour: Bright and coppery.
  • Caffeine: Between 27- 35mg per 250 ml cup
  • Harmonisation Codes: <3Kg 0902300000 >3Kg 0902400000

   Serving Guide

  • Tea Menu: Very Popular
  • Per 250ml Cup: 1 heaped teaspoon (approx. 3g)
  • Water: Use freshly filtered, boiling water. Pour over leaves.
  • Brewing Time: 3 – 7 minutes; we prefer 5 minutes for full flavour.
  • Milk & Sugar: You can add milk, sugar, honey or lemon to suit taste preferences.

   Health Benefits

  • Protection: Rich in antioxidants, black tea helps protect the body from free radicals and reduces the risk of chronic diseases.
  • Heart: Black tea may improve heart health by reducing cholesterol levels and blood pressure.
  • Digestion: Black tea can aid in digestion and help alleviate gastrointestinal issues.
  • Mind: Black tea contains compounds that can improve mental alertness and focus.
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