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Orange Pekoe Organic Black Tea - Classic Tea - Black Tea, Catch, Kogan, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™
Orange Pekoe Organic Black Tea - Classic Tea - Black Tea, Catch, Kogan, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™
Orange Pekoe Organic Black Tea - Classic Tea - Black Tea, Catch, Kogan, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™
Orange Pekoe Organic Black Tea - Classic Tea - Black Tea, Catch, Kogan, spo-default, spo-disabled - Tea Life™

Orange Pekoe Black Tea

$12.00

Orange Pekoe - not a flavour - is a leaf grade used in orthodox black-tea making.

Narrow, wiry leaves (not fannings or dust) with little breakage are considered OP. The bigger leaf size usually yields a clear, balanced cup with low bitterness that lets regional character shine through: brisk & citrusy from Sri Lanka (Ceylon), round & malty from Assam or softer & honeyed from areas of China.

In a good OP, a copper-amber cup pours clean and refreshing - an everyday black tea that can be brewed almost any style. Take it neat for a lively, food-friendly cup; add some milk to soften maltier lots; Or try a slice of lemon for a Ceylon-ish brightness.

It's forgiving because OP is whole-leaf: Longer steeps stay light & fragrant; Adding a minute longer gives deeper body without being harsh. For a tidy, reliable, classically satisfying straight black tea, Orange Pekoe is the benchmark.

Read more about Orange Pekoe tea and it's grading here

organically grown Sri Lanka

Brewing

Western style (mug/pot)

2-3 g/1 level tsp per 250 mL.

95 degC water

2-3 minutes, then taste

Re-steep: 1-2 times; Add 45-60 sec per round.

Gongfu style (gaiwan/teapot)

7 to 10 g per 100-120 ml.

95 degC water

The first infusion should be 10-15 sec; gradually extend gradually over 5-7 rounds.

Iced / cold brew

5-8 g/L cold filtered water.

Refrigerate 6-8 hrs; strain (for a clean, bright iced black tea).

Ingredients

Camellia sinensis

Health Benefits

Tea polyphenols (incl. theaflavins) contribute antioxidant activity typical of black tea. ScienceDirect

Blood-pressure support (modest): RCTs and meta-analyses report small improvements in BP metrics with regular black-tea intake. American Journal of Clinical NutritionRSC Publishing

Heart health (observational): Higher tea consumption is associated with a lower risk of coronary artery disease in dose–response analyses. Frontiers

Calm focus: Tea’s theanine–caffeine combo is linked with short-term improvements in attention and alertness in RCTs. Oxford Academic

Cautionary Notes

Caffeine - avoid at night if you are sensitive!

Tea may decrease non-HAEm iron absorption; Separate from iron-rich meals/supplements for 1-2 hours.

If reflux-prone, short steeps are gentler.

Unusual symptoms should be discontinued. Keep out of reach of kids.

Storage and Shelf life

Store airtight, cool dark and dry, away from strong odours. Aroma should be at its peak 18-24 months after opening.

Weight
Weight: 50g - Small
In stock, ready to ship

Pickup available at North St Marys Warehouse

Usually ready in 1 hour

Taste Profile

Aroma: Clean and malty with lightly floral and honeyed notes.
Taste: Smooth with classic black tea richness, slight sweetness and little astringency.
Mouthfeel: Middleweight, round, clean and easy to drink.
Finish: Crisp and refreshing with light malt sweetness lingering.

Orange Pekoe is a traditional black tea style that is balanced and clear - an everyday cup.

Common Questions

So what is Orange Pekoe Black Tea?
Orange Pekoe is a quality of black tea grown from young tea leaves, valued for their uniform appearance and balanced flavour.

How does this taste?
Smooth, malty & lightly sweet with clean finish/low bitterness.

Is it caffeinated?
Yes. As a black tea it contains moderate caffeine.

But when should you drink it?
Mornings or afternoons - perfect as an everyday tea.

Are there added sugars or flavourings?
No. It has no sugar or artificial flavours - just black tea leaves.

Is it good with milk or lemon?
Yes. Orange Pekoe goes well with milk or lemon and can be enjoyed black.

Can it be had daily?
It can be drunk regularly as part of a balanced tea routine, yes.