Assam
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Assam is further identified by means of production into CTC (Crush, Tear, Curl, a mechanical process) and orthodox (traditionally produced) tea. CTC tea is cheaper and infuses faster, whereas orthodox tea tends to be more expensive, more complex, and require longer brewing times.
Assam is produced from a large-leafed variety of the tea plant, Camellia sinensis assamica, a different variety from both Chinese teas and teas in the Darjeeling district of India. This variety, although associated with Assam, is sometimes grown in other regions. Assam teas have a unique flavor both due to the low altitude of the Assam region and the special variety of tea plant used.
The aroma of Assam teas is often described as malty. Most Assam teas are described as strong and powerful; Assam is one of the most common ingredients in breakfast blends and strong black tea blends, particularly Irish Breakfast and Ostfriesen tea. However, Assam teas are diverse and there are smoother and subtler black teas produced in this region as well.
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Aroma is an earthy scent, with a hint of fruit (peaches, maybe?). The liquor (5 minute steep) is a clear, dark brown, Flavor is classic Assam with a slight maltiness, very smooth. I would say this tea will be good for all day sipping. Subtle flavor.
Read Full ReviewAssam - Doomur Dulling tea estate- CTC BPS from Simpson & Vail
Style: Assam – Region: IndiaSep. 22nd, 2023
The aroma has a slight fruit scent. The liquor (5 min steep) is a rich dark brown, with a slight maltiness. Solid Assam flavor, with not decreeable after taste. I would purchase again.
Read Full ReviewNahorhabi Estate- Second Flush Tea from Simpson & Vail
Style: Assam – Region: Assam, IndiaApr. 12th, 2023
Aroma of this tea is sweet, reminds of grapes. The liquor (5 min steep) light, clear honey color. Good Assam flavor, with a slight sweet after taste. Good tea.
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Solid Assam, good aroma with the expected earthiness, maybe a slight of chocolate. The liquor (5 min steep) is a dark brown. A nice 'clear' Assam taste, with absolutely no after taste.
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Assam - Harmutty Estate Black Tea from Simpson & Vail
Style: Assam – Region: Lakhimpur, Assam, IndiaDec. 11th, 2022
Really nice cup of tea! It was thick bodied and the flavor was rich and sweet. I didn’t notice much of an aroma however, but I could be having sinus issues now. I’ll come back and update my review if I notice more of an aroma later! But either way it still is a rly nice tea!
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Assam
Brand: | Two Leaves and a Bud |
Style: | Assam |
Region: | Assam, India |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Sachet |

Kalami Assam Indian Tea
Brand: | Ahmad Tea |
Style: | Assam |
Region: | Assam, India |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |

Assam Gold Rain Black Tea
Brand: | Teavana |
Style: | Assam |
Region: | Assam, India |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |

Barooti Assam (Broken Leaf with Golden Tips)
Brand: | Ahmad Tea |
Style: | Assam |
Region: | Assam, India |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |
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Assam TGFOP Black Tea
Brand: | Arbor Teas |
Style: | Assam |
Region: | Assam, India |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |

Pure Assam Tea Bags
Brand: | Taylors of Harrogate |
Style: | Assam |
Region: | Assam, India |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Teabag |

Assam
Brand: | Two Leaves and a Bud |
Style: | Assam |
Region: | Assam, India |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Sachet |

Barooti Assam (Broken Leaf with Golden Tips)
Brand: | Ahmad Tea |
Style: | Assam |
Region: | Assam, India |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Loose |

Imperial Assam (Tea Bags)
Brand: | Hampstead Tea |
Style: | Assam |
Region: | Assam, India |
Caffeine: | Caffeinated |
Leaf: | Teabag |