Organic Assam Black

A delectable malty Assam with notes of date palm & stone fruits.

Size:

100g/3.5oz

100g/3.5oz

SAVE 2%

300g/10.5oz

SAVE 4%

500g/17.5oz

SAVE 8%

1Kg/35.2oz

Variant

Story

Crafting our Specialty blends at Teabox is a meticulous journey, beginning with the careful selection of base teas by our panel of experienced tasters, who sift through over 300 samples each season.

Our artisanal blend is a testament to this process, comprising superior summer flush black teas sourced from top-quality estates in the lush, fertile plains of Assam. Using only the highest-grade whole leaves, this exquisite cup perfectly captures the essence of Assam's terroir, boasting remarkable strength, freshness, and invigorating taste.

Why Premium Pricing?

Our prices are premium in comparison to other tea brands.

We could reduce our prices.
But then, your Tea would not be:

-Sourced 100% Ethically
-Hand-picked or hand-crafted.
-Stored in India's first cold storage.
-Moisture/light/oxygen protected
-100% Transparent in Origin details
-Delivered within a week.
-Impacting 3.5 mn tea pluckers.
-That fresh.

With Teabox you get the best for the cup & the community.🙏

Shipping

Your order undergoes 1 day of processing, and we provide a tracking link once it has shipped. Delivery times vary based on the chosen shipping option:

Express: 5-8 days
Standard: 12-18 days

Since we ship fresh teas from the Himalayan foothills in India that normally cover 10,000+ miles via air, to qualify for free Express shipping, order value thresholds are as follows for these countries.

Australia - 115 AUD
Denmark - 490 DKK
Canada - 70 CAD
France - 75 EUR
Russia - 8,000 RUB
Singapore - 66 SGD
South Korea - 100,000 KRW
United Arab Emirates - 229 AED
United Kingdom - 40 GBP
USA - 50 USD

For EU countries, please note that we collect nominal duties and taxes up front (on the checkout), and the price you pay is the landed cost/door-delivery cost. You would not have to pay anything extra.

For other countries, unless specified otherwise at checkout, our terms of trade are 'DAP' (Delivered at Place without payment of duty and taxes of the destination country). Under DAP, the buyer is responsible for paying for the goods, import clearance inspection, import formalities, destination duties and taxes, and providing a complete address with correct contact details. Teabox is responsible for providing the goods with necessary documentation, arranging pickup, carriage, and door delivery, and handling origin customs formalities.

Freshness Journey

Real fresh teas with transparent evidence of 'where' the tea was manufactured, and 'when' it was manufactured, verified by picking and processing dates

Picked & Processed

11th-12th July'24

Arrived at Teabox

Within 24 hrs of manufacturing of the teas at estate, we receive them

13th July'24

Sorted & Cleaned

We do hand sorting of the teas to ensure our customers only receive whole leaves and not dust

15th July'24

Vacuum Packed

We vacuum pack the teas to ensure freshness and protect it from the 4 enemies (light/heat/moisture/oxygen)

15th July'24

Stored for Freshness

Post vacuum packing, the teas are stored in one of its kind cold chain facility in India to ensure the quality is preserved

15th July'24

Ready to Ship

Usually delivers within 5-7 Biz Days

16th July'24

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

As the only facility near the source, our close proximity to the estates ensures teas reach within 24-48 hours of production

Harvest

We believe in 100% Transparency of product traceability & its origins

Second Flush

The season of teas picked between the four flushes(harvests) of the year

Season

SFTGFOP1

Refers to Special Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe One: Simply the best & finest in whole leaf quality

Grade

Assamica

Represents the cultivar of the Tea Plant

Speciality

High

The amount of Caffeine this tea contains

Caffeine

Certifications

How To Steep

Step 1

Start by heating water in a kettle

Step 2

Measure precise tea leaves for the teapot/infuser.

Step 3

Pour the hot water over the leaves

Step 4

Let it steep for the recommended duration

Step 5

Strain and enjoy sipping your freshly steeped tea.

Steeping Method

5.07fl oz/
150 ml

185°-194°F/
85°C-90°C

1.5Tsp/2.5g/
0.09oz

5
mins

Steep
Once

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool dry place away from heat, sunlight and moisture. Use an airtight container to minimize contact with O2

Tasting Notes

From our Chief Tea Taster

Aroma

Marked by notes of malt, date palm, yellow raisins along with stone-fruity accents

Appearance

Dark Amber

Taste

A full-bodied, mellow cup which starts with delectable malty flavors which gradually grow big and define the central theme of the liquor.

Subtle sweet undertones, akin to yellow raisins and date palm can be perceived towards the middle; adding a layer of depth and vivacious intensity to the cup.

Delicate woody accents can be picked up towards the end, which however ebb to finish on delightful stone-fruity flavors; making for a memorable cup of Assam orthodox black tea.

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What makes Assam Black tea distinctive in terms of flavor?

Assam Black tea stands out for its distinctive flavor profile, characterized by boldness, robustness, and a notable maltiness.

The infusion, typically a rich, golden-brown hue, reflects the tea's intensity.

What sets Assam Black tea apart is its unique malty sweetness, reminiscent of malted grains, adding depth and complexity to the flavor. The briskness of the tea provides a lively and astringent quality on the palate, contributing to its refreshing nature.

How is your Classic Assam tea different from other tea brands ?

1. We use only whole-leaf orthodox grades in crafting this blend.
2. We source the base teas solely from top-tier tea estates in Assam, renowned for producing exceptional quality teas.

Is this tea high in caffeine?

Yes, Classic Assam Black tea is generally high in caffeine as is typical for traditional black teas.

With 40 to 70 milligrams of caffeine per 8-ounce cup), the actual levels may differ based on individual steeping preferences.

What is the best time of day to enjoy this tea?

Classic Assam Black tea, renowned for its bold and robust character, is a versatile choice that can be enjoyed throughout the day.

What is the recommended steeping time and temperature for this tea?

1. Start by heating fresh, cold water to a temperature between 185-194°F(85-90°C),
allowing the robust flavors to emerge.
2. Utilize approximately 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of loose tea leaves per 6 ounces (180 ml) of water in a teapot or tea infuser, ensuring optimal leaf expansion.
3. Steep the tea for 4-5 minutes, adjusting based on your desired strength.
4. Strain and enjoy sipping

Can this tea be enjoyed with milk and sugar?

Yes, Classic Assam Black is traditionally enjoyed with milk and sugar.

Frequently Purchased

Assam Black Tea

Wow I drank my first cup and was surprised how wonderful the taste was. I will be adding the auto ship on my next purchase!

Yummy

String, refreshing and great in the morning

Great Assam tea!

Black Assam tea, great aroma

Exquisite

Changed my tea routines completely. Even though I am still exploring the inventory and trying new teas. I can already say that TEABOX is surely my tea supplier. Forget about sugar, real tea doesn't need it.

Fresh

74 years old and now I know what fresh tea tastes like. Easy to order and timely delivery. With so many options I look forward to trying other varieties.

Pleasant and mild

Found this tea to be pleasant and mild. It was mellow and enjoyable. Less showy than some other stronger summer blacks which i tend to prefer, but very nice.

Good taste

Nice

Delicious!

I bought this tea for my husband and he loves it! He follows the brewing instructions carefully and is becoming quite the expert. I look forward to getting him more of this tea and trying some of the others.

Great taste.

This tea has a wonderful aroma and a smooth taste. Just lovely!

You can taste the...

You can taste the beauty of Assam

Organic Assam Black

Freshness Journey

The Reason Why Your Teas Are Fresh

Harvest

Certifications

How To Steep

Tasting Notes

YOU ASKED WE ANSWERED

Frequently Purchased

Customer Reviews