Black Tea

What are the benefits of black tea in teas?

First of all, it is important to know that all varieties of tea come from a single shrub: Camellia sinensis .

Better known as the tea plant , this species, native to Asia, has been cultivated for centuries for its leaves, which, once more or less oxidized and dried, are used to prepare tea.

Today, it's black tea that's catching the eye of our master brewers. It's recognized for its many benefits. Its richness in antioxidants and the presence of theine give it diuretic and stimulating properties .

What black tea is used in Les 2 Marmottes teas?

What differentiates green tea from black tea ? It's simply its degree of oxidation.

Once the leaves have been picked, they are withered and rolled to promote oxidation.

This step is what gives the leaves their black color and intense flavor of black tea . A heat source will then be applied to stop oxidation and dry them.

Once all these steps are completed, the leaves are transported to our burrow. A high-quality organic black tea , to the great delight of our master brewers.

In which recipes do our master brewers use black tea?

Our organic black tea is used in three of our recipes.

Thé Réveillé is an organic black tea , to be consumed in the morning for a 100% invigorating awakening . To concoct this recipe for you, our master infusers took the road to India, where the tropical climate and fertile lands produce exceptional teas . With its notes of sweet spices and malt, our Thé Réveillé plays in the big league!

Our Strong Spiced Tea is a black tea with character, both comforting and full-bodied, with notes of cinnamon , cardamom and black pepper. This recipe will bring back childhood memories for some. The more adventurous will adapt it into a Halloween tea recipe .

Ça va Frui'thé is a gourmet tea with raspberry and hibiscus, with tangy notes supported by the full-bodied aromas of black tea.

So, don't hesitate any longer and adopt them!