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Culinary Teas Elderberry Black Tea
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Culinary Teas Elderberry Black Tea is a vibrant flavored black tea that combines premium leaves from Sri Lanka, Kenya, and India with blackberry, lime leaves, safflower petals, and cranberry pieces. The result is a bold cup with natural berry tartness, bright citrus notes, and delicate floral undertones that truly shine when served iced.
This blend delivers the full caffeine content you'd expect from black tea—a natural energy boost without the crash. Each steep unfolds layers of fruity complexity balanced by subtle tartness, making it perfect for both everyday sipping and special moments. The natural, organic-compliant flavorings enhance the inherent character of the base tea without overpowering it.
Why You'll Love This Culinary Blend
- Bold elderberry and berry character with natural tartness
- Premium black tea base from renowned tea regions
- Full black tea caffeine for a natural energy lift
- Exceptional served iced—crisp, refreshing, and bright
- Natural flavorings, organic-compliant
- Complex fruity and floral notes in every brew
Frequently Asked Questions
How much caffeine does Culinary Teas Elderberry Black Tea contain?
As a black tea, this blend contains a robust caffeine level—typically 40–70mg per 8oz cup depending on steeping time and water temperature. Longer steeps and hotter water will yield more caffeine, perfect if you're looking for a morning pick-me-up.
How should I brew this tea?
Steep in hot water (200–212°F) for 3–5 minutes for a full-bodied cup. For iced tea, brew a concentrated batch and pour over ice to unlock the crisp, refreshing character this blend is known for.
What makes this blend different from other berry black teas?
The layered combination of blackberry and lime leaves, safflower, and cranberry pieces creates a nuanced flavor profile—fruity yet balanced with tartness and floral notes that typical berry blends don't achieve.
Specifications:
- Type: Flavored Black Tea
- Tasting Notes: Berry, citrus, floral, tart
- Key Ingredients: Black tea, blackberry leaves, lime leaves, safflower petals, cranberry pieces
- Origin: Blended from Sri Lanka, Kenya, India, China, France, and Thailand
- Caffeine Level: Full (black tea)
- Best Served: Hot or iced
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Ingredients: Black Tea, Blackberry Leaves, Kaffir Lime Leaves, Safflower Petals, Cranberry Pieces.
High Caffeine
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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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| Brand | Culinary Teas | Culinary Teas | Culinary Teas | Culinary Teas |
| Tea type | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea | Black tea |
| Format | Loose leaf or sachets | Loose leaf or sachets | Loose leaf | Loose leaf |
| Caffeine | High | High | High | High |
| Flavor notes | Fruity, Citrus, Floral | Fruity, Floral | Fruity, Citrus, Smooth | Fruity, Floral, Citrus |
| Key ingredients | Blackberry Leaves, Kaffir Lime Leaves, Safflower Petals, Cranberry Pieces… | Cranberry Pieces, Blackberry Leaves, Rose Petals, Safflower Petals… | Apple Pieces, Blackberry Leaves, Kaffir Lime Leaves, Safflower Petals… | Pineapple, Pear, Safflower Petals, Mallow… |
| Origin | Sri Lanka, Kenya | Sri Lanka | Not listed | Not listed |
Characteristics come from each brand's product information. Price per cup is an estimate: one tea bag or 2.5 g of loose tea per cup.
