Black Tea Facts

Assam

A brisk, malty tea often enjoyed as a replacement for coffee, from India.

Where is Assam tea from?
Assam is grown and produced in Assam, India.

How does Assam tea taste?
Assam is a brisk, malty tea. Normally considered a strong tea, and often recommended for previous coffee drinkers, many report a fruity overtone or touch of citrus on the palate.

What else is Assam called?
Though there aren’t any “nicknames” or really any other aliases for Assam, the tea is found in many breakfast teas, including: Irish breakfast tea, English breakfast tea and Scottish breakfast tea.

Is Assam used for anything else?
Assam is also known to be eaten and chewed by locals and connoisseurs alike. Assam is a very popular choice for those switching from coffee to something more healthy.

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Assam Health Benefits and Brewing

Water Temp: 210 F
Amount per 6 oz: 3g
Steep time: 3 minutes

Healthy?: Yes. Same as most other black teas, no distinct benefits.


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About Black Tea

Black tea is a very healthy drink. Typical varieties include: earl grey, lapsang souchong, darjeeling, assam, ceylon, english breakfast, and irish breakfast.

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