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From Ceylon to Darjeeling, there are many black teas in the world. Each variety, made according to its own process, develops its own specific range of aromas. However, this beverage always has many health benefits. So, which is the best black tea for you?
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While Darjeeling black tea is the most famous, other organic varieties also offer their flavor. From China to Sri Lanka, tea leaves from many countries offer drinks full of benefits. Let's zoom in on the different black teas.
Green teas and white tea largely dominate the Chinese market. However, black tea is increasingly present. China then offers varieties with a particular flavor.
The most renowned Chinese black teas are:
In India, the "cup of tea" is a true institution. The country therefore produces many quality black teas. The most remarkable Indian teas are:
Besides China and India, many other regions of the world produce high-quality teas. World tour of black tea:
If there are so many varieties of tea, it's because they have very particular flavors. According to your tastes and desires, you choose a stronger tea or a more typical one, and why not already flavored blends. Let's focus.
Stronger teas often have a woody or spicy flavor. They pair well with the typical splash of milk in the British "cup of tea".
The teas that best lend themselves to this tradition are generally teas from India like Assam. Ceylon, from Sri Lanka, is also an excellent candidate for this type of blend.
Some teas have more original flavors. They are then used in finer recipes or in gourmet cuisine. Lapsang Souchong, the pine wood smoked black tea, falls into this category.
In gift boxes or tea bags, some teas are incorporated into flavored recipes:
Depending on its theine content (caffeine), each tea is consumed at different times of the day. The amount of theine does not affect the health benefits of the drink, which come from its antioxidants (catechins).
In the morning, teas from India have an energizing effect. Assam black tea is actually part of traditional English or Irish breakfast blends. This is also the case with Ceylon black tea.
In the evening, oolong black tea is preferred. Indeed, although black, it is quite low in theine.
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