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Dry Leaves Large black tea leaves sprinkled with Chinese Silver Needle and Yunnan Golden Tips.
Liquor A rich brown
Aroma This is an unflavored tea, so the aroma is that of toasty Assam with a hint of the earthiness of Yunnans.
Caffeine Level Caffeinated
Body This is a medium bodied black tea. The strength from the Ceylon and Assam are lightened be the Silver Tips and Golden Tips.
Flavors The traditional flavors of good Ceylon & India: Toast and light honey notes with that hint of Yunnan earthiness and spice.
Brewing Time 5 minutes
Brewing Temperature 212ºF
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