Infusion Time 4'
Quantity 0.2 oz / 10 fl oz
Temperature of infusion 195°F
Time of the day All day long, Morning
A powerful black tea with infinitely woody notes.
Sri Lanka turned to tea cultivation in the 19th century to replace its coffee plantations. A distinctive profile then emerged under the historic name of Ceylon, meaning “lion”, the country’s national symbol.
A characterful Ceylon with strong tannins and intense woody notes. Perfect for a lively morning wake-up, it is one of the most full-bodied black teas. It also proves excellent with a dash of milk.
Color: coppery
Mouthfeel: full-bodied
Flavor: fine bitterness
Notes: intensely woody, leather, honey
Prepare this tea hot:
Using a tasting set: 4 minutes in 195°F water.
Prepare this tea iced:
In a teapot or carafe: infuse 1.5 tablespoon of tea for 2 cups of room temperature water for 40 minutes. Remove the leaves and refrigerate.
Also delicious with milk
