Sri Lankan Tea, Lanka Tea

Pure whole leaf Ceylon black tea grown on the tropical island of Sri Lanka, once known as Ceylon. This is a single origin loose leaf black tea with no added flavoring, so the natural character of the leaf comes through in every cup. A classic pick for anyone who enjoys a full bodied cup with real island grown pedigree. Expect a bright, brisk cup with a smooth body and a gentle hint of citrus. The leaves steep to a clear amber to reddish liquor with moderate briskness, neither harsh nor flat. This balanced Ceylon black tea is easy to drink on its own or alongside breakfast, and it takes milk, lemon, sugar, or honey well. Brewing is simple. Use about one teaspoon of leaf per cup, add fresh water heated to roughly 200 to 212 F, and steep three to five minutes to taste. A shorter steep gives a lighter cup while a longer steep builds a stronger, maltier brew. Strain the leaves and pour, or brew it stronger over ice for a refreshing iced black tea. As a real black tea, this naturally contains caffeine, usually around 40 to 90 mg per cup depending on how you brew it, so it works as a morning or midday pick me up in place of coffee. The whole leaves release their flavor and caffeine gradually for a balanced cup, and a quick second infusion is often possible with fresh hot water. Packed as loose leaf instead of tea bags, so you control the strength and get a fresher tasting brew. Store the leaf in a cool, dry, airtight container away from light and strong odors to keep it fresh. A versatile everyday black tea for hot cups, large teapots, iced pitchers, and homemade tea lattes, and a warm gift for the tea drinkers in your life.