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Black tea, or red tea as it's known in China, is the result of a complete oxidation of the leaf before being fired. First the leaf is spread out and left to wilt naturally, losing its stiffness and much of its weight. Then it's rolled, exposing essential oils to the air and starting the oxidization process. When this is complete, the leaf is heated to stop the process, graded for quality, and packed.

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Keemun Mao Feng Black Tea | In Pursuit of Tea
Keemun Mao Feng, 1/4 lb package
Price $24.75

A rich, strong Chinese black tea from Anhui province. The winey character is wonderfully balanced with a smooth sweetness and notes of nutmeg. This superior grade of Keemun has sleek black leaves, a rich amber infusion, and an aroma that is distinctive and penetrating without being floral. Spring Harvest 2011
Nepal Mist Valley, 1/4 lb package
Our Price: $25.00

This light-bodied black tea from Nepal is sweet and faintly spicy, reminiscent of its First Flush Darjeeling neighbors.
Ceylon Orange Pekoe Black Tea | In Pursuit of Tea
Ceylon Orange Pekoe English Breakfast, 1/4 lb package
Price $12.50

A brisk British-style black tea grown in southern Sri Lanka. Perfect for English Breakfast fans as this marries well with milk and a sweetener -- "Brooklyn Breakfast"
Yunnan Gold Black Tea | In Pursuit of Tea
Yunnan Gold, 2oz. package
Our Price: $21.50

Made only from exceptional, high-grade leaf buds, this aromatic black tea is handpicked in Yunnan (China), the birthplace of tea. When oxidized, these beautiful buds turn gold rather than black, resulting in a rich, smooth flavor with lingering notes of honey and tobacco. This batch has been harvested from old trees rather than bushes. The flavor builds through several infusions. Spring Harvest 2011
Lychee Red Black Tea | In Pursuit of Tea
Lychee Red, 1/4 lb package
Price $12.00

This China black tea (red tea) is flavored with the essence of the tropical lychee fruit, a member of the soapberry family. Naturally sweet and fruity with a hint of vanilla - the flavor pairs well with the Hunan black tea (red tea) which is used as base. This tea can be enjoyed hot or iced.
Assam Mangalam Estate
Assam Mangalam Estate 2011 - 1/4 lb package
Our Price: $22.00

Assams are the base for many Irish breakfast blends and handle milk and sweeteners well.
Bailin Gongfu | In Pursuit of Tea
Bailin Gongfu, 2oz package
Our Price: $20.00

This tea was made on a small farm in the Bailin area of Fujian Province, near the coast of the East China Sea. Harvest was in the Winter of 2011. The leaves are twisted and elegant, hand-rolled with plentiful golden leaf buds. This full-bodied tea has notes of chocolate and honey with a smooth, earthy finish. Brewed gong-fu-style, it holds up to multiple infusions.


Darjeeling 2nd Flush | In Pursuit of Tea
Darjeeling 2nd Flush, Upper Namring Estate, 1/4 lb package
Our Price: $33.00

Chosen for its classic flavor and good balance. Spring Harvest 2011
Darjeeling 1st Flush
Darjeeling 1st Flush 2011, 1/4 lb package
Our Price: $37.50


Earl Grey Black Tea | In Pursuit of Tea
Earl Grey, 1/4 lb package
Price $21.00

These beautiful silver-streaked tea leaves are estate grown in Sri Lanka and hand-blended with pure bergamot oil to create an intensely aromatic and full-bodied tea. Sure to please all Earl Grey lovers.
Lapsang Souchong Black Tea | In Pursuit of Tea
Lapsang Souchong, 1/4 lb package
Our Price: $24.75 Temporarily Out of Stock

This distinctive tea was grown high in the Wuyi Mountains and is our take on a well-known tea. Its refined flavor shows balance and a subtle smokiness - the result of skillful production and ancient tea trees.
Black Tea Sampler | In Pursuit of Tea
Black Tea Sampler: Keemun, Earl Grey, Ceylon
Price $54.00

This is a sampler of our most exemplary and classic black teas made in three different styles. Black tea lovers will enjoy comparing this cross section, Keemun Mao Feng, Ceylon, and Earl Grey.
Red Tea Sampler | In Pursuit of Tea
Red Tea Sampler: Lychee Red, Ceylon Breakfast, Earl Grey
Price $38.00

Enjoy this sampler of something for everyone, a naturally sweet, fruity Lychee Red, a brisk and malty Ceylon, and an aromatic Earl Grey. Appropriate gift giving sampler for Valentine's Day or Chinese New Year.
Classic Chai Black Tea | In Pursuit of Tea
Classic Chai - new style, 1/4 lb package
Price $15.50

A delicious chai made from hearty Assam tea and aromatic Indian spices.
Tea Samples
Our Price: $15.00