Rwanda Rukeri OP black tea leaves long and twisted dark color

Organic Rwanda Rukeri OP black tea full-bodied and aromatic leaves in kraft bag packaged in France

Rwanda Rukeri OP black tea leaves in bulk natural texture and color

Organic Rwanda Rukeri OP-1 Black Tea

In the land of a thousand hills, organic black tea Rwanda Rukeri is grown between 1,500 and 2,000 meters altitude in the African Rukeri garden which is renowned for its organic farming. It has a truly unique, full-bodied and aromatic flavor. This Rwandan tea with its coppery liquor has woody and vegetal notes. It is best enjoyed in the morning plain or with milk, but also throughout the day.

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Preparation Instructions

Steeping time
3-5 min

Brewing temperature
100°C

Time of day
Morning

Dosage
13g / L

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Rwandan tea:

Originating from the African Great Lakes region, Rwandan tea has been produced since the 1970s in the heart of the Kinihira district, in the Northern Province. This Rwandan region bordering Uganda and the Republic of Congo north of Kigali, presents the best conditions for tea cultivation: fertile soil and temperate climate. Having become the national beverage throughout history, this black tea is consumed by the Rwandan population with lots of milk and sugar. Locally, children drink it from a very young age. Tea cultivation in Rwanda ranks sixth among African countries, after Kenya, South Africa, Cameroon, Tanzania, and Burundi.

The benefits and virtues of Rwandan tea

Throughout history, black teas, green or white have always been appreciated for their pleasant taste, but also for their beneficial effect on health. Starting with their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-aging action helping to fight against the development of cardiovascular diseases. In its natural state, Rwanda Rukeri OP Organic tea, like all black teas, contains caffeine that stimulates the nervous system.

Our tasting advice

How to prepare Rwandan tea?

To release the malty and woody aromas of your Rwandan black tea, follow our dosage and steeping recommendations. Naturally full-bodied, Rwandan black tea can be rinsed before steeping to reduce its astringency.

How much Rwandan tea?

For an aromatic and balanced tea, fill your tea filter with 12 to 15 grams of loose Rwandan black tea leaves per liter of water, or 3 grams for a standard mug.

What is the ideal steeping temperature for Rwandan tea?

Your Rwandan black tea will reveal all its secrets with water at 70 or even 80°C and a steeping time between 90 seconds and 2 minutes. Before preparing your Rwandan tea, start by scalding your teapot and/or cup.

When to drink Rwandan tea?

From the first ray of sunlight until tea time: Rwandan black tea can be enjoyed throughout the day without worry about sleep quality. During summer, this red-colored tea will reveal a new facet in delicious iced teas garnished with fruits or spices.

The advantages of loose Rwandan tea

At Thés & Traditions, we only offer loose teas. More economical and more responsible, our loose Rwandan tea comes in a ziplock bag ensuring optimal preservation compared to individual tea bags or pyramids.

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Based on 14 review

Bénédicte P.
Published on Oct 10, 2025 at 04:11 pm (Order date: Sep 29, 2025)

5

Excellent (Translated review)
ANDRE E.
Published on Apr 07, 2025 at 10:11 am (Order date: Mar 28, 2025)

5

Not tasted yet. (Translated review)
Stéphane C.
Published on Mar 10, 2025 at 08:11 am (Order date: Mar 01, 2025)

5

Not yet consumed. (Translated review)
Acheteur Vérifié
Published on Jan 25, 2024 at 10:53 pm

5

Excellent morning tea, I enjoy it after a long morning jog, very invigorating and delicious little taste of mango. (Translated review)
Acheteur Vérifié
Published on Jan 16, 2024 at 11:43 pm

5

I know the varieties I've ordered and I've seen their quality. (Translated review)
Acheteur Vérifié
Published on Jul 02, 2023 at 09:31 pm

5

Excellent for breakfast (Translated review)
Acheteur Vérifié
Published on May 05, 2022 at 12:20 pm

5

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Acheteur Vérifié
Published on Oct 27, 2021 at 09:34 pm

5

I drink 1 large cup of this tea every morning, and it suits me perfectly. (Translated review)
Acheteur Vérifié
Published on Oct 27, 2021 at 03:37 pm

5

Very good product, I made my morning tea with it. (Translated review)
Acheteur Vérifié
Published on Oct 27, 2021 at 03:12 pm

5

My opinion is the same as for the previous packaging (Translated review)