
Organic Black Tea
Looking for an organic black tea? Look no further! Arbor Teas is proud to offer a large selection of loose leaf organic black tea, including a variety of flavored blends and single-origin teas. We've covered all the classic origins (China, India, and Sri Lanka), and then some! Black teas are those which have been completely oxidized during manufacture, turning the leaves from green to black, and resulting in bold, woody, earthy organic tea flavors.
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Organic Apricot Black TeaSubtly fruity and floral, with a spring apricot blossom note
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Organic Assam TGFOP Black TeaFull-bodied earthy Assam, with a rich maltiness and coppery notes
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Notify meOrganic Black Tea SamplerBlack teas from around the world -
Organic Ceylon Black TeaComplex flavor profile with a light body and classic brisk character
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Organic Darjeeling Makaibari Estate 1st Flush Black TeaBright, lemony infusion with punchy astringency and classic first flush character
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Notify meOrganic Darjeeling Makaibari Estate 2nd Flush Black TeaRipened Muscat grape and forest floor notes, ample astringency and strong body -
Organic Decaf Earl Grey Black TeaClassic bergamot flavor over a decaf black tea with coppery undertones
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Organic Decaf English Breakfast Black TeaBrisk and full-flavored decaf blend, with lemon and coppery notes
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Notify meOrganic Decaf Holiday Spice Black TeaGenerous doses of orange, cinnamon and clove make this a decaf holiday favorite -
Organic Decaf Iced Black TeaHearty North Indian tea that makes for a quick infusion without the caffeine
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Organic Decaf Masala Chai Black TeaSpicy and warming with pepper, clove and ginger followed by a cardamom finish
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Organic Decaf Mixed Berry Black TeaA medley of fruity berry flavors with a light decaf coppery base
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Organic Earl Grey Black TeaStrong bergamot oil pairs with a bold black tea for a classic tea
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Organic English Breakfast Black TeaBrisk, full flavor with slightly lemony and coppery tones
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Notify meOrganic Flavored Tea SamplerFour teas bursting with a variety of flavors -
Organic Golden Yunnan Black TeaFull-bodied with molasses notes, subtle milkiness and light coppery finish.
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Notify meOrganic Golden Yunnan Premium Black TeaSmooth and complex with layered notes of sweet caramel, cream of wheat, and dried orange -
Notify meOrganic Holiday Spice Black TeaGenerous doses of orange, cinnamon and clove flavor make this a holiday favorite -
Organic Irish Breakfast Black TeaFull-bodied and bold, this blend does well with a touch of milk
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Organic Keemun Black TeaSmooth and light, juicy wine-like flavor with a slightly roasted note
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Organic Lapsang Souchong Black TeaCrisp and smooth with strong distinct smoky flavor reminiscent of a campfire
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Organic Masala Chai Black TeaSpicy chai blend with pepper and ginger notes ideal for adding milk
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Organic Nepal Black TeaSweet notes of brown sugar and baked molasses cookie with a smooth body
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Organic Thai Iced TeaCardamom, anise and vanilla bean take center stage over bold black tea
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ORIGINS OF OUR ORGANIC BLACK TEAS
The most classic origins of our organic black teas include China, India, and Sri Lanka. Black teas hailing from China (which is the birthplace of all modern tea varieties) range widely, including creamy Yunnan, winey Keemun and smoky Lapsang Souchong, to name a few. Similarly, our organic black teas from India cover a broad spectrum, including citrusy Darjeeling tea and malty Assam tea. Black teas from Sri Lanka (also called Ceylon tea) are more like those of India than of China, often grown at high altitudes, giving them the light body and delicate, flowery bouquet found in high-grown teas.
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ORGANIC BLACK TEA MANUFACTURE
As with any black tea, our organic black teas are fully oxidized during manufacture, turning the tea leaves to a dark brown to black color. Black teas from India and Sri Lanka are assigned grades based on their particle size, denoted by the alphanumeric abbreviations occasionally seen at the end of the tea's name (OP, TGFOP, SFTGFOP1, etc.). Learn more about loose leaf tea manufacture.
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PREPARATION TIPS FOR OUR ORGANIC BLACK TEAS
We recommend brewing our loose leaf organic black teas in water just off the boil, or 212 degrees Fahrenheit, for 3-5 minutes. The one notable exception to this is our organic first flush Darjeeling, which steeps more like our organic green teas (lower temperature, shorter time). Of course, these are only our recommendations. Let your personal taste be the ultimate test! Get more tips on how to brew loose leaf tea.

