“It is really stinky hot and humid, and for these type of days I usually find myself slurping back cold brews, but they don’t usually give me the caffeine jolt that I need to get going. Usually I ...” Read full tasting note
“I love a great Orthodox black tea to get me going each day. This morning, courtesy of Aubrey at Arbor Teas, I’m pleased to be the first to review a new Kenya USDA Organic black tea, Western style:...” Read full tasting note
“Famous for its production of black tea, Kenya earned a reputation for producing bright, brisk teas that are most often used for blending and tea bag production. However, in recent years limited production of fine Orthodox leaves has also secured Kenya a place in the specialty tea market.
This organic and Fair Trade Certified tea is an excellent example of superior tea production in Kenya. Sourced from small family farms on the Eastern slopes of Mount Kenya, this organic black tea has a flavor profile that is unique to the Kenyan terrior. The finely twisted, small, and wiry loose leaves produce a cup with an Assam-like maltiness, combined with an earthiness and bright citrus note. The brisk, strong brew creates a dry cup without the pucker."Quantity of tea: one teaspoon per 8 oz cup of water
Water temperature: use water that has been heated to a full rolling boil (212° F)
Steeping time: 3-5 minutes
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We’re tea enthusiasts with a lot of passion. Passion for top quality tea, the environment, fair trade, and our community. We started Arbor Teas in Ann Arbor, Michigan, intent on creating a tea company as passionate as we are. Our passion is reflected in every aspect of Arbor Teas. You’ll certainly notice it in the exceptional collection of teas we offer - one of the largest catalogs of USDA certified organic teas around, nearly three-quarters of which are Fair Trade Certified®.