Our Organic Golden Monkey is made in the traditional longer, black-leaf Fujian style with a healthy malty-side aroma. When we tasted this lot, wonderful cocoa and malt tastes were evident in the first steep. Using spring's tender leaves and buds, this black tea is naturally sweet and refreshing, with a taste that will linger. Note our lot offers a thicker, darker leaf profile with a beautiful mix of golden buds. This tea has strength, will yield multiple steeps and will take milk and sugar.
BLACK TEA
3 grams/1 teaspoon per 6 ounces of water
195° - 205° F
2 Minutes
Black tea is a leaf that has been fully oxidized. This rigorous oxidization produces a tea of hearty rich flavors while reducing its astringency and bringing out a natural sweetness.
Flavors will range from bright, brisk, peppery, clean, and smoky to aromatic, bold, malty, nutty, spicy, and sweet. Blacks are known for long, delicately aromatic, and comforting aftertastes. Note, they are often enjoyed with milk or sweetener.