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Rich, Malty and Full of Character!
Our Assam Loose Leaf Tea 70g comes from the celebrated Assam tea-growing region of northeastern India.
Carefully selected for its quality and enjoyable character, this traditional black tea offers the rich, full-bodied flavour and distinctive malty notes for which Assam is so well known.
It’s a wonderfully satisfying choice for anyone who enjoys a proper, robust cuppa, particularly lovely with a splash of milk.
Naturally containing caffeine, Assam is a traditional breakfast favourite that’s equally enjoyable throughout the day.
If you enjoy exploring different black teas, discover our Ceylon Loose Leaf Tea 80g or the more delicate Darjeeling Loose Leaf Tea 65g.
70g loose leaf tea • Assam black tea • Naturally caffeinated • Plastic-free packaging • Packed in Cornwall
Some teas are delicate and fragrant. Others like to make themselves known.
Our Assam Loose Leaf Tea 70g certainly belongs to the second group.
Coming from the famous tea-growing region of Assam in northeastern India, this traditional black tea is loved for its rich, full-bodied character and distinctive malty flavour.
It’s a wonderfully satisfying choice for anyone who enjoys a proper, robust cuppa, particularly with a splash of milk.
Carefully selected for its quality and enjoyable character, our Assam offers the familiar richness that has made this style of tea such a favourite in British tea cupboards.
It’s lovely alongside a hearty breakfast, a buttery slice of toast or a mid-morning biscuit.
And although Assam has a well-earned reputation as a breakfast tea, there’s absolutely no reason to put it away once the morning is over.
A good cuppa doesn’t need to watch the clock.
Assam tea takes its name from the Assam region of northeastern India, one of the world’s best-known black tea-growing areas.
The region is home to the broad Brahmaputra River valley, surrounded by green landscapes and tea-growing country.
Warm temperatures, seasonal rainfall and fertile growing conditions have helped make Assam an important centre of tea production.
Unlike the cooler mountain regions associated with some other Indian teas, much of Assam’s tea is grown at relatively low elevations.
These conditions are associated with the rich, robust character for which Assam black tea is so well regarded.
Assam is enjoyed both as a tea in its own right and as an important ingredient in many traditional breakfast blends.
Our Assam Loose Leaf Tea offers a lovely opportunity to appreciate this familiar style on its own.
And for anyone who enjoys a good, strong cuppa, there’s plenty to like.
Assam has a long and fascinating tea-growing heritage.
Commercial tea cultivation developed in the region during the nineteenth century, and Assam became one of India’s most important tea-producing areas.
Today, its teas are enjoyed around the world, particularly by those who appreciate a rich and satisfying black tea.
What makes Assam so appealing is the depth of flavour that has become closely associated with the region.
It’s a traditional tea with a distinctive identity and a well-deserved place in tea history.
And there’s something rather wonderful about enjoying a cuppa that connects the tea gardens of India with our little corner of Cornwall.
Assam black tea is particularly well known for its rich, malty and full-bodied character.
The word malty describes the rounded depth of flavour often associated with this style of tea.
It’s a satisfying quality that makes Assam particularly enjoyable as a traditional breakfast brew.
Compared with the lighter, more fragrant character of Darjeeling, Assam generally offers a stronger and more robust drinking experience.
It has a satisfying richness that works beautifully with milk, while still offering plenty of flavour when enjoyed black.
If you prefer a traditional cuppa with a little strength behind it, Assam is certainly worth exploring.
And if you’re curious about the tea’s natural character, we’d suggest trying a cup without milk too.
You might discover a different side of an old favourite.
At Westcountry Tea Co, we believe good tea should be about enjoyment rather than complicated terminology.
There are plenty of fascinating details to explore in the world of tea, from growing regions and processing methods to the many different ways leaves are classified.
But sometimes all you really want is a lovely cuppa.
With our Assam Loose Leaf Tea, we’ve concentrated on offering a good-quality traditional black tea with the rich character that makes Assam so popular.
It’s a tea for people who appreciate a fuller flavour, particularly those who enjoy their tea with milk.
There’s something wonderfully dependable about a strong, satisfying brew.
The sort of tea that’s equally at home on the breakfast table, beside the kettle at work or alongside a slice of cake.
No fuss.
Just a proper cuppa.
Assam is one of the best-known ingredients in traditional breakfast teas.
Its rich, malty character provides body and depth, helping create the strong, satisfying flavour many people associate with a proper morning brew.
When combined with other black teas, Assam can bring a fuller character to the finished blend.
Our English Breakfast Loose Leaf Tea 80g combines Assam with Kenyan and Ceylon tea leaves.
The different origins contribute their own qualities, creating a well-balanced breakfast blend.
But enjoying Assam on its own is a lovely way to appreciate the rich character it brings to the teapot.
There’s no need for other ingredients to share the limelight.
Assam is quite capable of holding its own.
There’s something particularly satisfying about making a pot of loose leaf tea.
You can see the leaves before brewing, enjoy their aroma as the hot water meets them and watch the infusion gradually develop.
A roomy teapot or infuser gives the leaves space to move through the water, allowing their flavour to develop.
Loose leaf tea also gives you the freedom to adjust the strength of your brew.
Use a little less for a lighter cup or add a little more if you prefer something stronger.
And because Assam has such a satisfying character, it’s a lovely tea to make by the pot.
There’s something rather welcoming about putting a freshly brewed teapot on the table when friends call round.
Especially when the conversation lasts long enough for another cup.
For a rich and satisfying cup, we suggest:
For a lighter cup, begin with a shorter brewing time.
If you enjoy a stronger brew, try adding a little more tea rather than leaving the leaves to infuse for too long.
Assam is particularly lovely with a splash of milk, which complements its rich, malty character.
But it’s equally worth trying without milk to appreciate the natural flavour of the tea.
And whether you add sugar is entirely up to you.
As for the great debate about whether the milk goes in first or last, we’ll leave that one for another day.
Assam is one of those traditional black teas that works particularly well with milk.
Its rich, full-bodied character provides enough flavour to remain satisfying when a splash is added.
Milk softens the stronger notes and creates a smooth, rounded cuppa.
It’s a familiar combination for anyone who enjoys a traditional British breakfast tea.
But don’t overlook drinking Assam black.
Without milk, you can appreciate more of the tea’s natural depth and character.
Some people prefer a stronger infusion with milk, while others enjoy a slightly lighter cup without.
Neither is right or wrong.
The perfect cup of tea is simply the one you enjoy most.
Yes. Assam is made from the leaves of the traditional tea plant, so it naturally contains caffeine.
The amount in a finished cup varies depending on the quantity of tea used, the brewing time and other factors.
Assam is a popular morning choice because of its rich, satisfying flavour.
But there’s no need to reserve it for breakfast.
It’s just as lovely during a mid-morning break or alongside an afternoon biscuit.
If you’re looking for something naturally caffeine-free, our Rooibos Loose Leaf Tea 70g offers a naturally sweet alternative.
Assam and breakfast make rather good companions.
Its rich, malty character is lovely alongside buttered toast, a traditional cooked breakfast or a warm bowl of porridge.
It also works beautifully with toasted teacakes, crumpets and a little homemade marmalade.
There’s something satisfying about a strong cup of tea alongside simple, familiar food.
And because Assam has such a distinctive flavour, it doesn’t disappear when enjoyed with a hearty breakfast.
But perhaps your breakfast is simply a biscuit and a quiet five minutes.
We’re certainly not here to judge.
As long as there’s a good cuppa involved, it’s a promising start.
Despite its reputation as a breakfast favourite, Assam is wonderfully versatile.
Its rich flavour makes it a lovely choice for an afternoon tea break, particularly when paired with something sweet.
Try it alongside a slice of fruit cake, a buttery shortbread biscuit or a freshly baked scone.
The malty depth of Assam complements richer flavours beautifully.
It’s also a satisfying tea to enjoy on its own.
And because it’s such a familiar style of black tea, it’s a lovely choice to offer visitors who appreciate a traditional cuppa.
Some guests might fancy something floral or fruity.
Others simply want a proper mug of tea.
Assam is very good at taking care of the second group.
Although Assam is best known as a traditional hot black tea, it can also be enjoyed chilled.
Its rich flavour makes a fuller-bodied style of iced tea, particularly lovely with lemon or orange.
For a simple homemade iced Assam:
For a little sweetness, stir some honey or sugar into the warm tea before chilling.
A few fresh mint leaves can also make a lovely addition.
It’s a refreshing way to enjoy a familiar black tea when you fancy something different.
Assam is one of those dependable favourites that fits comfortably into everyday life.
On cooler mornings, a freshly brewed mug with a splash of milk makes a wonderfully satisfying start to the day.
During warmer weather, it’s lovely enjoyed at breakfast in the garden or served chilled over ice.
It’s equally at home alongside an afternoon biscuit, a slice of cake and a leisurely conversation.
And because Assam has such a distinctive character, it’s a tea that remains interesting without needing added flavours or spices.
Just traditional black tea, full of character.
Sometimes that’s exactly what you fancy.
One of the pleasures of exploring loose leaf tea is discovering how different traditional black teas can taste.
Our Darjeeling Loose Leaf Tea 65g offers a lighter, more delicate and fragrant character.
Our Ceylon Loose Leaf Tea 80g comes from Sri Lanka and is known for its bright, clean and crisp taste.
For a fuller breakfast blend, our English Breakfast Loose Leaf Tea 80g combines Kenyan, Assam and Ceylon tea leaves.
And if you enjoy a fragrant black tea with a citrus twist, our Earl Grey Loose Leaf Tea 80g combines Chinese black tea leaves with natural bergamot oil.
Each has its own personality.
And discovering those differences is part of the enjoyment of loose leaf tea.
You can also explore our Full Loose Leaf Tea Collection to discover more traditional teas and interesting blends.
We’ve been creating and packing our teas in Cornwall since 2010, with a love of good flavour and a commitment to 100% plastic-free packaging since 2018.
We’re proudly independent and believe that good tea should be enjoyed without unnecessary fuss.
We also believe in supporting independent shops, which is why you won’t find our teas on supermarket shelves.
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For more information on our packaging and how to dispose of it responsibly, visit our Cup to Compost Disposal Guide.
Each pack contains 70g of Assam Loose Leaf Tea, carefully packed in Cornwall.
Ingredients: Assam black tea leaves.
Origin: Assam, India.
Tea type: Traditional black tea.
Character: Rich, full-bodied and malty.
Caffeine: Naturally caffeinated.
Brewing: 100°C for 3–5 minutes.
Serving suggestion: Particularly lovely with milk, but equally enjoyable black or chilled over ice.
Packaging: 100% plastic-free packaging.
A good-quality traditional Assam tea with a rich character and plenty of flavour.
A proper malty brew, whatever the time of day!
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| Weight | 70 g |
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| Ingredients | Assam black tea leaves |
