Sri Lankan black tea, a coveted variety of tea grown in Ceylon and available online
Strong and full bodied in flavor, this black tea contains high amounts of caffeine and is loved by tea drinkers and chefs around the world. Ceylon tea can be served hot or iced, sweetened or unsweetened, the choice is up to you. Black tea is high in antioxidants, said to have many health benefits, but we personally think it just taste good and hope you do too.
Enjoy a cup of Ceylon for your tea blends, tea tastings, iced tea and afternoon tea with our high-quality camellia sinensis found right here. Looking for green tea? you can find that here
Enjoy a cup of Ceylon for your tea blends, tea tastings, iced tea and afternoon tea with our high-quality camellia sinensis found right here. Looking for green tea? you can find that here
Buy black tea from Sri Lanka, considered the worlds purest tea used to make some of the worlds most a famous blends
How to use Ceylon black tea for drinking, baking or cooking
Our Pekeo OPA tea is sold as loose leaf tea and not packaged in individual use bags
Earl grey, English breakfast, Spices masala, Irish breakfast and more are all made with a base of this variety of black tea. Dark brown to black color the tea produced in Ceylon is some of the most untouched tea in the world. Pesticides and fertilizers are not used in the production of teas in Sri Lanka. While tea originated in China, its cultivation has certainly been perfected in Sri Lanka and it can be tasted with every cup.
Much like many other tea, black tea is best steep at about 212 degrees for 3-5 minutes with a ratio of one to two teaspoon per eight ounces of liquid. Tea can be taken with milk and sugar or by itself. Experiment infusing black tea in your next ice cream base, doughnut glaze and many other wonderful creations.
Sri Lankan tea is high in tannins with notes of citrus, chocolate and spices. It can be used in compound butters, infusing stocks, broth, rubs and just about anything ones mind can create.
Just like many other ingredients found in our online store, Ceylon black tea is available by the ounce, the pound and in bulk. Tea lovers rejoice as you sip, savor, enjoy black tea flavor found at Slofoodgroup. Enjoy quality teas or many of our other premium quality flavor and spice products. Enjoy free shipping on us for all US orders.
Looking for something special? Give our silver tip white tea leaves a try. It a clean, crisp and refreshing tea that can be enjoyed any time. A great choice black tea for when making your own tea blends or savoring by itself.
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RG
06/21/2024
Robert G.
United States
Ceylon black tea
I have a cup of tea every morning, this has become my go to morning tea. Very flavorful, I ad a bit of sugar and a splash of vanilla in a 16 oz. Travel mug and enjoy it for my morning chores.
SF
03/22/2024
Sean F.
United States
Black Tea
Very good quality simple black tea.
TR
03/12/2024
Teri R.
United States
Teas
So far I am very pleased with the loose leaf green and black teas. Good strong flavors, I drink them every day!
MA
06/03/2023
Mohd A.
United States
excellent
Fast shipping and high quality
LG
04/12/2023
Lora G.
United States
Ceylon Black Tea
Absolutely awesome Ceylon tea. Great service, came quickly!