Collection: Black tea

Good black tea is sought after by many enthusiasts of this beverage. It can serve as a way to warm up or as a refreshing drink. It perfectly complements a meal and provides delightful taste sensations when enjoyed on its own. It's worth familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of black tea to fully appreciate its qualities. Additionally, it's important to understand the qualities of the best leaves to choose a product that will produce a delicious and aromatic brew.

Good black tea is usually prepared from leaves from regions that have been famous for planting this plant for years. Based on its origin, we can often determine whether it is really high quality and estimate what flavor notes it will contain. In the case of black tea, there are usually no particularly complicated brewing methods, but it is worth sticking to certain rules to get the best out of the infusion.

There are many famous regions that are famous for producing the highest quality teas. Just like in the case of alcohols, whose character and sensory notes are largely determined by the place where the fruit used to produce them ripened, in the context of teas, the region from which the leaves come is of great importance. Although tea is called the national drink of China, it should be noted that excellent conditions for growing tea bushes are also found in India, especially in the Darjeeling district. Ceylon teas are also famous, while the less obvious, but truly wonderful, leaves from East Africa turn out to be.

The most ceremonial tea brewing takes place in Asian countries. It’s worth noting that for black tea, the brewing process is typically not very complicated. All you need are high-quality teapots or cups, preferably porcelain, and you simply steep the leaves for a few minutes, keeping in mind that the longer the steeping time, the stronger the brew will be. For the most refined varieties, it’s crucial to drink them “sauté,” meaning without adding lemon or, even more importantly, sugar. Only then can you fully experience the aroma derived from the leaves themselves.

Black tea of ​​good quality not only provides a wonderful taste experience, but it is also a drink that can have a positive effect on health. To do this, you should choose the best quality leaves and brew them in the recommended way. Brewing tea for too long negatively affects the taste and its health-promoting properties. In our offer you will find many types of teas of the best quality.

The purine alkaloids found in tea, particularly caffeine, have a stimulating effect on the nervous system. To some extent, they reduce feelings of fatigue and drowsiness while enhancing cognitive processes. The brew also has antioxidant properties, as it protects against the harmful effects of free radicals. It’s also worth noting that if the tea is not sweetened, it contains virtually no calories and helps maintain proper hydration levels.

For fans of loose-leaf tea, we recommend Suki Tea products, including popular varieties such as Darjeeling, Belfast Brew, and Earl Grey with its unique bergamot aroma. You can also opt for a fruity blend - it’s a tea made from the finest leaves, mixed with fruit pieces and a carefully chosen spice combination. These natural ingredients help bring out fantastic floral and fruity notes in the brew. If you prefer tea bags, make sure to choose those filled with carefully selected leaves. You can count on this when selecting the Schlürf brand, available in our selection.