{"product_id":"southern-star","title":"Culinary Teas Southern Star Black Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eCulinary's Southern Star is a black tea blend that brings tropical flair to your cup with notes of mango and papaya, softened by delicate floral undertones. High-quality black tea forms the base, while bright sunflower blossoms and vibrant red rose petals add both visual appeal and a sophisticated aromatic complexity that elevates the everyday tea experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis blend strikes an elegant balance between bold tea character and subtle fruit-forward sweetness, making it ideal for afternoon steeping or as a refreshing iced option during warmer months. The floral elements add depth without overpowering the fruit notes, creating a multi-layered profile that unfolds with each sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love This Culinary Blend\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTropical fruit flavors (mango, papaya) paired with delicate florals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisually striking blend with colorful rose petals and sunflowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural flavoring throughout—no artificial additives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile brewing: enjoy hot or chilled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tea type is Culinary Teas Southern Star?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's a black tea blend infused with natural mango and papaya flavors, enhanced with real rose petals and sunflower blossoms for both taste and visual presentation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I brew Culinary Teas Southern Star?\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep in hot water (195–205°F) for 3–5 minutes. Adjust steeping time based on your preference for strength. Works beautifully as an iced tea as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this blend contain caffeine?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, as a black tea blend, it contains moderate caffeine levels typical of black teas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Black tea blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlavor profile: Mango, papaya, floral\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKey ingredients: Black tea, natural flavors, sunflower blossoms, red rose petals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Loose-leaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop our full selection of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/black-tea\"\u003eblack tea\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Culinary Teas","offers":[{"title":"1oz Bag","offer_id":57086923374979,"sku":"sku-13492029030511","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4oz Bag","offer_id":57086923407747,"sku":"sku-13492029063279","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8oz Bag","offer_id":57086923440515,"sku":"sku-13492029096047","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"16oz Bag","offer_id":57086923473283,"sku":"sku-13492029128815","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/3013\/6707\/files\/sstar.jpg?v=1766526986","url":"https:\/\/tasteoftea.com\/products\/southern-star","provider":"Taste Of Tea","version":"1.0","type":"link"}