• Made from Camellia sinensis leaves, black tea is more oxidized than other teas, contains more caffeine and has a stronger flavor. Unlike other types of tea leaves, black tea holds its flavor for years at a time, making it a hot trade commodity for centuries. Despite a recent spike in the popularity of green tea, black tea accounts for more than 90 percent of tea sales in the Western world.

• 1. Origin: China
  2. Normally served hot
  3. Thought to ease stress for some users
  4. Can promote heart health

• How to Make Black Tea

  Black tea is normally made at a ratio of one teaspoon of tea to six ounces of very hot water. Depending on the type of black tea being made, the tea bags should be steeped between three and eight minutes.

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