Black Tea / 15 Sachet Pack

International Award winning Zeelong Black TeaZealong’s premium organic Black tea creates a full-bodied, deep-amber infusion and woody aroma. The large whole leaves produce a taste is sweet and honeyed at the beginning, smooth and silky at the finish.Certified organic and cultivated in the renowned Waikato region on New Zealand’s North Island, the colder environment forces the flavor and nutrients into the newest growth, which Zealong meticulously harvests by hand-picking only the top three leaves.These award-winning teas are free from artificial flavors, oils, or additives.  Available in tea bags made from non-GMO, renewable plant sources, the tea bags are 100% food-safe, non-toxic, and compostable under the right conditions.Each pack is fully traceable to the date and block it was picked.  The state-of-the-art processing facilities adhere to a strict HACCP ISO22000 food safety regime, eliminating any risk of contamination and free from harmful chemicals.  Dry LeafLarge whole intact leafLiquorRich golden brownAromaWoodyTextureSilky smoothTasteSweet and honeyed beginning with a smooth and silky finishBrewing Instructions:Water TemperatureFreshly boiled but not boiling.Tea Amount per Cup1 tea bag (brew up to 5 times same day)Infusion Time2-4 min (longer = stronger)Tea Amount per Tea Pot1 tea bag (1 brew)15 Sachet PackShipping calculated at checkoutWhat’s the difference between green tea, oolong tea, and black tea?The main difference is the different level of oxidation involved in the tea processing that gives tea different characteristics. Green tea does not undergo oxidation, while black tea is fully oxidized. This is why green tea has a clear, light color while black tea is a lot darker (some of the tea’s compounds are transformed into flavors and colors during the oxidation stage). Oolong tea is between green and black: the 10%~70% natural oxidation allows oolong tea to have the refreshing taste of green tea, but also the rich and soft flavor of black tea.How often is New Zealand tea picked?The tea is harvested three times per year: November, January and March for about 20 days each time.How long can I keep brewed leaves for?A cup of tea can last for one day. Tea left overnight should be discarded. Overnight tea could propagate bacteria and thus cause stomach and intestine infections as well as other potentially serious health issues.What are Zealong tea bags made of? Do they contain plastic? Zealong pyramid tea bags are made with all-natural materials.The bag is made with a degradable material derived from cornstarch, and heat-sealed with no additional plastics, glues, staples or other binding agents. The tea bags also do not contain BPA, Phthalates, Epichlorohydrin or bleaching agents, coloring agents, or additives.