Whittard Original

A Black Tea from

Rating

74 / 100

Calculated from 12 Ratings
Tea type
Black Tea
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Ingredients
Black Teas
Flavors
Astringent, Bitter, Citrus, Malt, Pepper, Wood
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Loose Leaf, Tea Bag
Caffeine
High
Certification
Not available
Typical Preparation
Use 14 oz / 414 ml of water
Set water temperature to 200 °F / 93 °C
Steep for 4 min, 0 sec
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“It’s of the utmost importance that I figure out if I am a heffalump or a woozle, and what colour I am. I fear my brain may go BOOM! if I don’t figure it out ASAP. O.o Either I’ve completely lost my...” Read full tasting note
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“I made a 5 cup pot of this yesterday in my new glass teapot (What can I say, I am a sucker for pretty things). Husband and I sipped on this during breakfast and throughout our morning chores. I...” Read full tasting note
“I sort of lucked into this rich, strong, traditional tea. I bought it on sale at a discount grocer for .99 a pouch. When first opening the pouch, the aroma is beautifully rich and malty , with a...” Read full tasting note

Description

A favourite House tea renowned for its strength and colour. It contains more Kenya tea than English Breakfast. This blend was developed by old Mr Whittard at the turn of the century with the advent of African tea in 1903.

Ingredients: Ceylon black tea, Assam black tea, Kenyan black tea

Steeping Instructions: Add 3-4 teaspoons/teabags for a 6-cup pot, or 1 teaspoon/teabag for a mug. Pour in boiling water and leave to brew for 3-4 minutes. Add milk or lemon to taste.

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