Black Velvet

Black Velvet is a popular, high-quality second flush Assam black tea from India's Borengajuli Estate, graded as Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe (FBOP), meaning it's broken leaves with golden tips, offering a strong, malty, jammy flavor, excellent for a brisk, full-bodied brew, often enjoyed with milk.

Key Characteristics:

• Origin: Borengajuli Estate in the Mangaldai region of Assam, India.
• Grade (FBOP): "Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe" indicates small, broken leaves combined with the desirable golden tips (buds).
• Flavor Profile: Known for its rich, robust, malty, and sometimes "jammy" taste, with a bright, coppery infusion.
• Flush: Typically a "second flush" tea, harvested for peak flavor.
• Brewing: Delivers a fast, full-bodied brew, great for everyday drinking or with milk.
• Packaging: Often vacuum-packed fresh at the estate to preserve its intense flavor.

In short, it's a classic, flavorful Assam tea that's a favorite for a strong morning cup.