☕ Black Tea (Camellia sinensis)

Also known as: Fermented Tea • Red Tea (in China)
Family: Theaceae (Tea family — not part of the ragweed family)
Origin: India, Sri Lanka, China, and Kenya
Parts used: Fully oxidized leaves
Primary use: Internal

✨ Description

Smooth, bold, and restorative — Black Tea is the classic morning brew that awakens both body and mind.
Crafted from the same plant as green and white tea, its deeper color and rich aroma come from full oxidation, which concentrates flavor and releases its signature warmth.

Every sip offers balance: earthy and malty tones with subtle notes of fruit, spice, and honey. Revered for centuries across Asia, Africa, and the Caribbean, Black Tea remains one of nature’s simplest daily tonics — grounding, energizing, and heart-nourishing.

🍵 Dried Leaf Uses

As a daily vitality tea:

Energy & Focus: Natural caffeine and L-theanine work together to promote alertness without jitters.
Heart & Circulation: Antioxidant-rich theaflavins help support healthy cholesterol and blood flow.
Digestive Balance: Its warmth and tannins gently stimulate digestion and reduce bloating after meals.
Mood & Clarity: Encourages calm concentration, making it ideal for morning rituals or afternoon resets.

Directions (Internal Use):
Steep 1 teaspoon of loose leaf tea in 8 oz of hot water (200°F) for 3–5 minutes.
For a milder brew, shorten steep time; for more strength, steep longer or add extra leaves.
Sweeten with honey or pair with milk, nut milk, or lemon.

🌿 Pairing Suggestions

Black Pepper or Cinnamon – enhances circulation and adds warmth.
Ginger or Clove – deepens digestion and respiratory comfort.
Lemon or Hibiscus – for cleansing and bright flavor balance.
Ashwagandha or Maca – to turn your morning tea into a natural energy tonic.

💧 External Uses

Use cooled tea as a facial toner to tighten pores and reduce puffiness.
Brew strong and apply as a rinse for dark hair to add shine and depth.
Add to bath soaks for an antioxidant skin treatment.

🌼 Harvest & Sourcing

Our Black Tea is hand-plucked from high-altitude gardens where cool mist and fertile soil nurture leaves rich in essential oils. After harvesting, the leaves are withered, rolled, oxidized, and dried — a process that deepens flavor and aroma naturally.
Harvested in spring and early summer, when the leaves hold their highest caffeine and antioxidant content.

⚖️ Energetics & Taste

Taste: Robust, malty, and slightly sweet.
Energetic profile: Warming, stimulating, and grounding.
Pairs well with: Ginger, Cinnamon, Black Pepper, Maca, or Lemon.

⚠️ Warnings

Contains natural caffeine; avoid before bedtime if sensitive.
Overconsumption may cause restlessness or mild dehydration — balance with adequate water intake.
Store in a cool, dry place away from light and humidity.

🌻 A Note from the Herbalist

Strong yet balanced, Black Tea embodies endurance — the quiet kind of strength that carries you through the day. It centers the mind, steadies the nerves, and warms the heart.

Whether enjoyed alone or in spiced blends, this timeless tea is both a comfort and a catalyst — a reminder that small rituals can transform energy, focus, and mood.