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Culinary Teas Black Tea Pressed Hearts
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Culinary Teas Black Tea Pressed Hearts deliver hand-compressed Yunnan black tea in an artful form that unfurls beautifully as it steeps. Watch each heart release bold, wine-like depth with rich aromatics and full-bodied flavor—plus the natural caffeine that black tea is known for, supporting sustained morning energy and afternoon focus.
Every heart re-steeps beautifully 2–3 times, offering exceptional value. The medium caffeine content provides noticeable alertness without heaviness, whether you brew hot or chill for iced enjoyment.
Why You'll Love This Culinary Blend
- Hand-Pressed Hearts: Visually striking presentation that transforms as it steeps, turning compressed leaves into a silky, aromatic infusion
- Yunnan Black Tea Quality: Deep, wine-like notes with subtle complexity—no blending or additives
- Natural Caffeine: Medium levels deliver sustained energy without the jitters
- Multiple Infusions: Each heart re-steeps beautifully 2–3 times, maximizing value
- Versatile Enjoyment: Works equally well on its own or paired with simple sweeteners
Frequently Asked Questions
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How much caffeine does Culinary Teas Black Tea Pressed Hearts contain?
This black tea delivers medium caffeine levels—approximately 40–70 mg per 8 oz cup, depending on steep time and water temperature. It's a balanced option for sustained alertness without heaviness. -
Is black tea good for you?
Black tea is rich in antioxidants and traditionally valued for supporting heart health, energy, and mental clarity. This blend offers all the natural benefits of quality black tea in an elegant, visually memorable form. -
How do I brew these pressed hearts?
Use water between 195–212°F and steep for 3–5 minutes. Watch the hearts gently break apart as they release their color and flavor. Each heart typically re-steeps 2–3 times, with each infusion revealing subtle new notes.
Specifications:
- Ingredients: Black tea.
- Type: Broken Orange Pekoe (B.O.P.) black tea
- Origin: Yunnan Province, China
- Processing: Hand-compressed hearts
- Flavor Profile: Deep, wine-like with hints of dried fruit
- Caffeine Level: Medium
- Steep Time: 3–5 minutes
- Water Temperature: 195–212°F
- Infusions: 2–3 per heart
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Caffeine-Free: 0 mg per cup
Decaf: most caffeine removed; a small amount remains
Low Caffeine: 1–19 mg per cup
Medium Caffeine: 20–39 mg per cup
High Caffeine: 40+ mg per cup
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| Tea type | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea |
| Format | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf | Loose leaf |
| Caffeine | High | High | High | High |
| Flavor notes | Round | Round | Smooth, Round | Smooth, Round |
| Key ingredients | Black Tea | Assam Black Tea | Chicory Root, Cocoa Nibs, Black Tea | Black Tea |
| Origin | China | India | Not listed | India |
| Organic | Not listed | Not listed | Organic | Organic |
| Brewing | 212°F · 3–5 min | 212°F · 3–5 min | 212°F · 6–8 min | Not listed |
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