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Black Tea

Black Tea

Black tea is a type of tea that is more oxidized than green, oolong, and white teas, resulting in its dark color and high caffeine content. Black tea is appreciated by tea enthusiasts around the world for its bold flavor, energizing properties, and versatility in both traditional and contemporary tea preparations. Enjoy it on its own or try it with a splash of milk!

Top mound picture of The Whistling Kettle Kambaa black tea leaves. Cup of Kambaa tea on top of mound of Kambaa loose leaf tea.

Kambaa
Black Tea

This full-bodied Kenyan tea is intense with deep, malty flavor. Using the CTC style of processing (Crush-Tear-Curl), the leaves are made into tiny pellets that brew a stronger cup. Kambaa is an ideal early morning tea that will instantly make you feel awake and energized.

Regular $3.00 - $29.00
from $0.12 / serving
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Keemun Mao Feng
Black Tea

Keemun Mao Feng is a medium bodied tea grown in the Qimen county of Anhui, China. With super smoothness and rich, sweet chocolate undertones, this tea provides a clean finish and mellow taste, making it the perfect choice for unwinding.

Regular $4.00 - $50.00
from $0.26 / serving
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Top mound picture of The Whistling Kettle Lapsang Souchong smoked black tea. Lapsang Souchong tea leaves and drink

Lapsang Souchong
Black Tea

A deep, smoky aroma wafts from the cup, like the smell of a cozy campfire. Lapsang Souchong tea leaves are withered over pine or cypress to infuse a woody scent, and then dried over a smoking pine fire. This unique savory flavor profile is surprising at first, but quickly grows on you. Try it paired with a hearty breakfast of bacon and eggs. Learn more about this unique tea in our Lapsang Souchong primer.

Regular $3.00 - $47.00
from $0.17 / serving
Lavender Earl Grey tea, loose leaf and brewed. Brewed Lavender Earl Grey being poured into a glass.

Lavender Earl Grey
Black Tea

The classic British Earl Grey tea has fallen in love with French lavender. Delicate and aromatic, our Lavender Earl Grey tastes like a breezy afternoon in a field of wildflowers. Each infusion is full of citrusy bergamot flavor and light floral notes. Black tea gives it a crisp edge, and a spot of milk will complete your cup.

Regular $3.00 - $47.00
from $0.18 / serving
Top mound picture of The Whistling Kettle Lovers Leap Ceylon black tea. Cup of brewed Lovers Leap next to bowl of Lovers Leap loose leaf tea.

Lovers Leap (Orange Pekoe)
Black Tea

There is a wide variety of flavor profiles when it comes to Orange Pekoe black tea. We source our Lovers Leap (Orange Pekoe) tea directly from Sri Lanka, where the growing conditions yield a fruitier, sweeter taste. The infusion is medium-bodied with floral notes and a copper-orange color. Try it with a splash of milk to complete the flavor.

Regular $3.00 - $32.00
from $0.13 / serving
Mango Passionfruit

Mango Passionfruit
Black Tea

Robust black tea meets bright, tropical flavor in this full-bodied blend. Infused with the juicy essence of mango, passionfruit, and papaya, and accented by a colorful medley of rose petals, sunflower blossoms, and cornflower blossoms - each cup is like a warm breeze off the ocean. With real fruit flavor and rich black tea depth, each sip of Mango Passionfruit tea will bring to mind beach vacations and sunsets over the ocean.

Regular $4.00 - $57.00
from $0.23 / serving
Maple Taffy tea, loose leaf and brewed. Bowl of Maple Taffy loose leaf tea next to Cup & Saucer filled with Maple Taffy.

Maple Taffy
Black Tea

The traditional way of making Canadian maple taffy is to take heated maple syrup and pour it on a layer of snow which rapidly cools the syrup and thickens it. We blend black tea with real dehydrated maple syrup, cinnamon, and popcorn to make Maple Taffy tea a real treat.

Regular $4.00 - $59.00
from $0.15 / serving
Masala Chai tea, loose leaf and brewed. Masala Chai

Masala Chai
Black Tea

The first chai was made thousands of years ago in India with spicy herbs such as ginger, cardamom, and cinnamon. Based on the healing tradition of Ayurvedic medicine, the blend was formulated to energize and rejuvenate. Later, adding black tea became the trend and the world has been obsessed with chai ever since. Our Masala Chai has all the classic bold flavors you crave and tastes best with frothed milk. You can even brew the tea directly in warm milk for a decadent treat.  October Book Club Pairing! Visit The Whistling Kettle Book Club for a special discount on Masala Chai through the end of October.

Regular $4.00 - $46.00
from $0.35 / serving
Top mound picture of The Whistling Kettle Mokalbari East Assam black tea with golden tips. Ceramic Bird's Egg Travel Mug filled with Mokalbari East Assam next to mounds of Mokalbari East Assam loose leaf tea.

Mokalbari East Assam
Black Tea

Meet Mokalbari East Assam, a TGFOP1 second flush black tea from the renowned Mokalbari estate in Assam, India. It greets you with a lively, malty backbone softened by subtle fruity and honeyed notes, a richness that feels comforting rather than heavy. The cup is bright and full bodied, with a clean finish that often reveals delicate cocoa and gentle spice on the sidelines. This Assam holds up well to milk and sweetener, making it a natural choice for breakfast, but it is equally enjoyable plain if you prefer to taste the tea on its own. Its balance and approachable strength make it a great daily tea, and it blends easily with other breakfast blends if you want to build a custom morning cup. If you are exploring estate teas, Mokalbari East Assam is a lovely example of second flush Assam character: malty, rounded, and consistently satisfying. It’s a go-to when you want a dependable, flavorful black tea from a respected Indian garden.

Regular $4.00 - $54.00
from $0.18 / serving
Monk's Blend tea, loose leaf and brewed. Cup of Monk's Blend tea next to bowl of Monk's Blend loose leaf tea.

Monk's Blend
Black Tea

Organic flavoring is used in this black tea combining essence of vanilla and grenadine.  A favorite of Franciscan monks to remain awake during long periods of meditation. Good for the body and the soul!

Regular $3.00 - $34.00
from $0.13 / serving
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie, loose leaf and brewed. The Whistling Kettle Tea Oatmeal Raisin Cookie

Oatmeal Raisin Cookie
Black Tea

A cookie sensation! Try our delicious Oatmeal Raisin Cookie tea - oats, sweet clove, cinnamon, sea salt, buttermilk pieces, and raisins. Like the cookie, pairs excellently with milk! 

Regular $3.00 - $47.00
from $0.18 / serving
Top mound picture of The Whistling Kettle Happy Valley Darjeeling black tea leaves. Cup of Darjeeling, Happy Valley next to multiple mounds of Darjeeling, Happy Valley loose leaf tea.

Organic Darjeeling, Happy Valley
Black Tea

This organic Darjeeling from the Happy Valley estate is a blend of first and second flush tea leaves.  Lighter body with fruity muscatel notes and hints of floral fragrance. It's an ideal afternoon tea and sips well by itself without milk or sugar.

Regular $4.00 - $65.00
from $0.22 / serving
English Breakfast tea, loose leaf and brewed. Cup & Saucers filled with brewed English Breakfast tea next to Tea Tin filled with English Breakfast loose leaf tea.

Organic English Breakfast
Black Tea

Our Organic English Breakfast is a classic full-bodied black tea, crafted from organic Assam and Ceylon leaves for a robust, malty cup with subtle caramel notes. It pours dark and brisk, with enough backbone to stand up to a splash of milk or a touch of honey, yet smooth enough to enjoy black. This blend is versatile: it shines as a morning staple alongside buttered toast, eggs, or a full English breakfast, and it also makes a refreshing iced brew. Many customers tell us they reach for it every day, hot or cold, and some even use it as a base for home-brewed kombucha. If you like a dependable, characterful black tea that performs well with or without milk, this one is a favorite. Organic English Breakfast is a straightforward, satisfying choice for anyone who wants a hearty, traditional breakfast tea with consistent flavor and quality.

Regular $4.00 - $38.00
from $0.16 / serving
Top mound picture of The Whistling Kettle Keemun Panda black tea leaves. Cup of brewed Keemun Panda tea on top of mound of Keemun Panda loose leaf tea.

Organic Keemun Panda #1
Black Tea

Keemun is one of the original teas from China that was highly sought after by British traders. Its flavorful leaves brew a toasty, full-bodied cup with complexity similar to wine. It has a long shelf life and even becomes more smooth and mellow with time. You can enjoy it either straight as it is preferred in China, or with a bit of milk and sugar like the British.

Regular $4.00 - $52.00
from $0.25 / serving
Kettle Iced Tea Blend, loose leaf and brewed. Tea Tin filled with Kettle Iced Tea Blend loose leaf tea next to glass of brewed Kettle Iced Tea Blend.

Organic Kettle Iced Tea Blend
Black Tea

Meet our Organic Kettle Iced Tea Blend, a full-bodied organic black tea made for that classic Southern-style iced tea flavor. Bright and robust, it holds up beautifully to a touch of sweetness or a splash of lemonade, and it also makes a satisfying hot cup when you crave something warm and comforting. Because it is loose leaf, you can easily adjust the strength to suit your taste, from a light, refreshing pitcher to a bold, ice-cold brew. This blend is versatile, reliable, and built for everyday enjoyment. It works great on its own or as the base for creative iced tea mixes, and many customers fold it into their favorite recipes or pair it with fruit and herbs for a fresh twist. For an even smoother finish, try a cold brew overnight in our Decisive Brewer. If you want a straightforward, crowd-pleasing iced tea that tastes like summer in a glass, this is a staple worth keeping on hand. Organic, approachable, and consistently flavorful, the Organic Kettle Iced Tea Blend is made to be enjoyed any time of year.

Regular $3.00 - $37.00
from $0.16 / serving