Malawi Small-Holder OP1 Black Tea

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Rating

79 / 100

Calculated from 2 Ratings
Tea type
Black Tea
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Ingredients
Black Tea Leaves
Flavors
Caramel, Cherry, Cream, Leather, Malt, Molasses, Orange, Toast, Wood
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Loose Leaf
Caffeine
Not available
Certification
Not available
Typical Preparation
Use 8 oz / 236 ml of water
Set water temperature to Boiling
Use 3 g of tea
Steep for 3 min, 45 sec
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2 Tasting Notes View all

“Good everyday breakfast tea. Mid level of astringency. Reminds of full leaf assam. -Harvest March 2018” Read full tasting note
“This black tea is one of a number of unique African teas What-Cha sources from the Satemwa Tea & Coffee Estate in the Shire Highlands of Malawi. This particular tea is produced exclusively from...” Read full tasting note

Description

A smooth large leafed black tea with a sweet honey taste processed by Satemwa from tea leaves plucked exclusively by Yamba, one of the small-holder farmers who Satemwa buy tea leaves from.

Sourced direct from Satemwa Tea Estate in Malawi who are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of great tea production while caring for the local environment, providing their employees a fair wage and contributing to the local community.

Tasting Notes:
- Smooth texture
- Subtle honey taste with a gentle brisk finsh

Harvest: Spring, March 2016
Altitude: 900m+
Origin: Satemwa Tea Estate, Shire Highlands, Malawi, Africa
Producer: Alexander Kay
Sourced: Direct from the producer
Percentage of price going back to the producer: 20%+

Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 95°C/203°F
- Use 1-2 tsps per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 3-4 minutes

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