The Assam Black – just like several other varietals – has come a long way until it has arrived to Taiwan. The state of Assam is one of the largest tea-producing regions in the world. It is located in north-eastern India, close to the Bhutan border and this area is the original habitat of the Camellia sinensis var assamica plant, that this tea is made of. The large-leaf teaplant has arrived to Taiwan in 1926 and similarly to other new cultivars it has found itself a home in Nantou county. Just like Ruby Black (No. 18) and Hong Yun Black (No. 21) teas in our sortiment, this type also comes from Mrs. Yeh's organic farm, following the same gentle and sustainable processing methods.
Camellia sinensis var assamica can grow particularly tall, its appearance resembles a tea tree rather than a shrub. The tea leaves are large, vivid green and from a certain point of view they almost turn golden. The leaves – like other black teas - undergo a complete oxidation process.
The tea soup of Assam Black is a full-bodied, bright red one, with a natural malt aroma. Its flavour is mainly characterized by dark chocolate and malty overtones. It is a pleasure in itself, but sipping it with a little additional milk is also excellent. The tea turns amber when infused with milk and the two liquids form a perfect blend. No coincidence, that Assam Black is also known as the king of milk tea.
