Description

Indian Arunachal Black Tea Organic: Complex raisin and chocolate notes.

To the north-east of Assam, Arunachal Pradesh is the most northerly of India's 29 states bordered by China, Myanmar and Bhutan. From the 'land of dawn-lit mountains' comes this beautiful organic orthodox tea produced by the Malisha Khonsa garden. Arunachal Black tea is grown in a garden blessed with rich soils and a bio-diverse environment. It has a long wiry leaf having a rich woody and fruity aromas. In the cup the liquor is deep bronze. On the palate it is smooth, complex with raisin and chocolate notes. It is very satisfying and will certainly get you hooked! Use one heaped teaspoon per cup with freshly boiled water and infuse for five minutes. Drink with or without milk.

See also our organic Indian Arunachal Green Tea.

Tea from Grey's Teas

Our teas are loose leaf and we specialise in large leaf grades. All are made using traditional orthodox methods. Our teas are from named tea gardens or defined areas of origin.

Sourcing our tea

Arunachal Black tea has been chosen for its distinctive, balanced flavour, aroma and appearance. Our tea is carefully sourced from long-established shippers. We can therefore guarantee the quality and origin of each tea and that it conforms to UK food and drink health regulations and our own demanding grading requirements.

The benefits of loose leaf tea

This loose leaf tea enables the full flavour characteristics of the tea to infuse. This tea is chosen for its high grade which imparts the flavour and aroma characteristics for which this tea is best known. A little extra time is necessary when infusing large leaf grades but you will be rewarded with a superior, more balanced cup. You will be well rewarded for your patience!

Packing options

There are generally several packing options to choose from. These are 60 grams, 125 grams and 250 grams, the default being 125 grams in a packet. Our tough resealable packets contain a moisture barrier to ensure freshness is maintained and are specifically designed for tea. Alternatively, you can select a tin caddy for your tea. These square, silver coloured caddies have hinged lids. Again, 60 gram, 125 gram and 250 gram options are generally available as options which can be selected from the drop-down list. Packets and caddies have full-colour labels.

Delivery options

For delivery our standard shipping is second class post unless you choose an alternative option such as first class post or courier. Free UK shipping is available for orders over £30 and free first class post can be chosen for orders over £50.

Storing your tea

Store your tea with care by ensuring it is stored air-tight, away from heat, light, moisture and strong aromas. Our standard best-before period is one year from packing and all teas are packed to order.

A guide to our tea

At the checkout you may choose to receive a free, full-colour, eight-page guide to our tea. For more information about buying our loose leaf teas see our page How to Buy the Best Loose Leaf Tea.