Known and consumed since time immemorial, tea has gradually become a part of our lives. Whether in tea bags or loose, it's found in all our cupboards and never misses a chance to get out! From breakfast to afternoon tea, black tea does everything it can to not disappoint.
We sometimes tend to put all black teas in the same bag (or rather in the same sachet!), however, they are far from all alike.
Like great wines, each black tea is a reflection of its terroir.
Take black tea , for example: intense and full-bodied, it draws its character from its region of origin in southern India. Its unique aromatic profile and legendary energy make it an excellent morning tea .
But it is also black tea that we rely on to concoct delicious Chai Teas . To compete with spices, it is better to have strong shoulders!
But rest assured, there are also much more sensible black teas! From Sri Lanka to China to Japan, it's all about authentic tea: some black teas will develop woody or smoky flavors, while others will have a fruity taste, or even chocolate notes.
The wide range of tastes offered by black tea inspires master brewers: a marriage of black tea and red fruits as in Ça va Frui'Thé or a meeting of black tea and citrus fruits , almost anything is possible.
If tea is so prized, it is not only because of its unique taste, but also because of its many qualities.
The one we recognize without hesitation is its tonicity . Known for helping to put our ideas in place early in the morning, or for stimulating our body and mind, black tea is truly a friend of breakfast!
Black tea also contains much less caffeine than coffee , making it a great ally for gently waking up. Astringent by nature, with notes that are sometimes full-bodied, sometimes more malty, black tea fits perfectly into a daily routine thanks to its aromatic richness: enough to get the most out of it every day!
Finally, and this is far from being anecdotal, black tea is also rich in antioxidants , essential for our body to fight against external aggressions.
It's not a myth, black tea contains theine , that is to say caffeine (yes yes, it's the same molecule with 2 different names).
While its content varies depending on the variety, it makes most black teas an invigorating, not to say exciting, drink, hence its use as a " breakfast tea " in many cultures. This is why it is wise to start the day with a black tea, such as Thé Réveillé , but to calm things down at the end of the day!
What about the rest of the day? Rich in flavor, black tea is not against inviting itself to the table. On the contrary! During lunch or at the end of a meal, it will help you fight those famous early afternoon slumps. As for afternoon tea, so dear to the English, it can also be suitable for those less sensitive to theine.
If you want to reduce the theine content of your favorite tea for afternoon tea, here's a simple trick: infuse the bag very quickly in a first cup of water, then discard this water and let the bag infuse normally in a second cup of water.
You can drink black tea in the evening , but... If you are sensitive to the stimulating effects of tea , you may experience a surge of energy at the end of the day that could even prevent you from sleeping.
Fortunately, hot drinks without theine , like Rooibos, this imitation " red tea " from South Africa , will satisfy your tea cravings... without playing tricks on your sleep!
Otherwise, you can always try herbal teas ... A 100% herbal infusion and off to bed !
Organic black teas
