Our organic black tea leaves are of the finest quality and are grown and harvested in Sri Lanka. They are the larger sized leaves, which means they are less processed and have a strong, authentic flavour.

The plant on which the tea leaves are grown, Camellia sinensis, is a small evergreen tree native to India and east Asia and today is grown around the world in subtropical and tropical areas.

Health Benefits

Black tea as long been considered a medicine in Traditional Chinese Medicine and has been used to treat asthma and arterial diseases and in western medicine has promise in treating Type 1 Diabetes.

Black tea is probably best well known for its anti-oxidant properties, important in protecting cells from damage. Our organic black tea has the added benefit of being chemical free.

Using Black tea

Our organic black tea has a deep yet smooth flavour making it a delicious drink just on its own. Use around 1 teaspoon per cup, add milk if you like and enjoy.