Full-bodied brew with little or no astringency.
Palate: Floral,, Sweet
Ways to Enjoy- Hot or Iced; With sugar or stevia, milk, or cream.
Fine black tea leaves are infused with the deliciously sweet, full-bodied flavor of fresh lychee fruit.
The rich fruit flavor of Lychee complements the natural sweetness of Chinese black tea. This tea has a natural, sweet, and very aromatic character. When brewed, the tea has a reddish brown hue and a light sweet honey-like taste.
So what is Lychee?
Lychee is native to Southeast Asia and the Indian sub-continent. It is a small plum-sized fruit with red outer skin and a sweet juicy fruit inside. Harvested in the peak of the summer, it is considered to have cooling and rejuvenating properties.
Why Black Tea?
People drink black tea for a variety of reasons, including its health benefits and as an alternative to coffee or energy drinks. Black tea is rich in antioxidants. Aside from water, black tea is one of the most consumed beverages in the world.
Does it contain Caffeine?
Yes, Black Tea, including Lychee Black Tea, contains caffeine.
Botanical Name:
Camellia sinensis
In Essence:
The enjoyment of Lychee Black Tea is in its light, sweet flavor and floral aroma. A full-bodied tea experience with well balanced flavor. Enjoy the perks of black tea delicately jazzed up with Lychee berry.
A few terms:
Full-bodied: A tea that has a good combination of strength and color, and a mouthfeel that is heavy, thick, or viscous.
Astringent: A tea that has a harsh and rough quality in the mouth, caused by tannins