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This tea is thoughtfully blended containing Organic Assam TGFOP, Organic Ceylon OP, and Organic Keemun Black teas
Indian black tea is classified according to a tea grading system that grades tea based on the quality, size, and appearance of the loose tea leaves. Common tea grades under this system include OP (Orange Pekoe), FBOP (Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe), and FTGFOP (Finest Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe). In general, teas that are made from whole tea leaves and have a higher percentage of golden tips and buds are more desirable under this system. Tea dust and fannings, which are often used to make tea bags, can also be graded on a related scale. ACK Roasters only sells whole leaf teas.
The camellia sinensis tea plant is native to northern and eastern India and has been cultivated on a small scale for hundreds of years. Camellia sinensis var. assamica is the varietal of the tea plant indigenous to India, and typically makes for a stronger, more robust black tea. Camellia sinensis var. sinensis is indigenous to China, and is usually mellower and more subtle in character. Almost all Indian black teas, with the exception of Darjeeling, are produced from the camellia sinensis var. assamica varietal.
While tea had been grown in India for centuries, it was first produced on a large scale for commercial purposes by the British East India Company during British colonial rule. Since then, India has grown to become a dominant player in the tea industry, producing a huge volume of exported tea each year. Tea is also a popular drink in India itself, and India consumes almost 15 times as much tea as coffee.
Many types of Indian black teas are named after the region in which they are grown, including teas from Assam, Darjeeling, and Nilgiri.
Assam
Tea is indigenous to the Assam region of India and has been growing there for hundreds of years. Assam tea is even the “state drink” of the region of Assam. Assam tea plants are of the camellia sinensis var. assamica variety. These teas are usually rich, bold, and full-bodied, and are often included in robust breakfast blends like Irish Breakfast and English Breakfast. Our organic Assam is a robust black tea with tremendous flavor and has a grade of FBOP (Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe). It brews up a rich coppery color with a full body, hints of malt and toast.
Ceylon
Sri Lankan black tea, also known as “Ceylon tea,” can be categorized as “Ceylon Orange Pekoe (OP)” which refers to the style of processing and the specific leaves used, is a high-quality black tea grown in the country of Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon), renowned for its distinct flavor profile, ranging from brisk and fruity to floral depending on the growing altitude, and is often described as having a rich amber color when brewed; it’s considered one of the world’s top black teas.
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