Also known as Yunnan Dian hong Feng Qing.  China is home to some of the oldest tea trees. They are deeply rooted and have been cultivated for hundreds of years. These teas are renowned for their flavor profile which is smooth and lacking tannin bitterness, while retaining a smooth sweet malty note. Our Ancient Forest black tea is made purely from these golden-tipped tea leaves. The flavor is bold with notes of cedar and honey. Start your morning with a revitalizing cup of Ancient Forest black tea and appreciate the abundance of nature.

Black Dragon Pearls is a hand-rolled black tea that turns a simple steep into a small ritual. Each pearl unfurls in hot water to release a smooth, full-bodied cup with layered flavors: cocoa and dark caramel at the core, gentle malt and honeyed sweetness in the finish, and an earthy depth that keeps it interesting without any bitterness. The pearls make brewing feel a little theatrical, and they re-brew surprisingly well, so one serving can stretch into two cups. This tea is a favorite for morning routine or anytime you want a comforting, refined black tea. It works beautifully on its own, no additions required, yet it also pairs nicely with a touch of rock sugar or a splash of milk for those who prefer it that way. The presentation is part of the charm: each pearl is carefully rolled and presented for freshness, making Black Dragon Pearls an elegant choice for gifting or for your own tea shelf. If you enjoy rich, smooth black teas with chocolatey and caramel notes, Black Dragon Pearls is one to try. It offers a distinctive flavor profile that appeals to both black tea enthusiasts and anyone looking to broaden their tea rotation with something artisanal and easy to brew.

Craving the full, robust character of a classic English Breakfast without the caffeine? Meet our Decaf English Breakfast, a full-bodied loose leaf black tea that keeps the malt, depth, and brisk finish you expect from a breakfast blend, while removing 99% of the caffeine through a gentle CO2 decaffeination. Smooth and well balanced, it steeps into a rich cup with plenty of flavor, and it holds up nicely whether you enjoy it hot, iced, or with a splash of milk. This is the kind of decaf that satisfies the black tea lover: bold enough for a morning routine, yet gentle enough for an afternoon or evening cup. If you like a tea with real body and a clean finish, this blend makes switching to decaf feel like an upgrade instead of a compromise.

You may want to start the morning strong but the when the day wears on, something a little less bold is needed. This blend lightens it up with a touch of Darjeeling and a pinch of green tea. English Evening has the classic roasty flavor of English Breakfast but is softer and smoother. The afternoon doldrums don't stand a chance.

Wake up with German Breakfast, a bold, full-bodied black tea built around a robust Assam character. If you like a morning cup that delivers presence and flavor, this blend gives you bright, malty notes with warming hints of caramel and a pleasantly brisk finish. It is strong enough to stand up to milk or cream, and smooth enough to enjoy black when you want a clean, invigorating cup. Think of it as an East Frisian-style breakfast tea, crafted for drinkers who prefer a rich, coppery profile rather than something light and floral. Many fans reach for it as a coffee alternative, others fold it into a blend to mellow the edges, and it also makes a lively iced tea when brewed and chilled. Versatile, straightforward, and reliably bold, German Breakfast is a morning staple for those who want a classic, no-nonsense start to the day.

Golden Monkey tea leaves exhibit a soft ombré from deep auburn to shiny gold. With a fragrance reminiscent of bittersweet cocoa, this tea brews a smooth and complex cup. Roasty, nutty notes give it a satisfying flavor without needing anything added. The tea leaves can be steeped multiple times, revealing fruity notes of apricot in the second and third cup. Golden Monkey is among the finest of black teas and eagerly sought after by tea connoisseurs.

Few teas produced in the world make the Royal grade and we are proud to offer this tea. It is made from high-quality buds that are painstakingly hand-picked and sorted. These tender, young leaves are covered and sun withered before oxidizing in temperature controlled rooms. With a careful balance of heat and moisture, the sauna-like environment causes the tea leaves to turn gold rather than black. Every few hours, the leaves must be turned over, which is done by hand..for forty days! This labor intensive process yields an exquisite masterpiece. Golden Yunnan Royal Grade tea has deep, malty flavors with top notes of citrus and lychee. Each complex cup invigorates the senses and and elevates the day to royal status.

Irish Breakfast is a classic, full-bodied black tea made for those who want a bold, no-nonsense cup. The leaves are processed using the crush-tear-curl, or CTC, method, creating small, dense pellets that release a deep, malty flavor and brisk, satisfying strength. It’s the kind of tea that stands up beautifully to a splash of milk, or holds its own when enjoyed black or with a touch of sweetener. Expect a rich amber liquor, a robust mouthfeel, and a lively finish: honest, straightforward character that makes it a favorite for morning ritual and anytime you want a steady, flavorful brew. If you like a hearty black tea that delivers consistent body and bold flavor, Irish Breakfast is a reliable go-to.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.