Oxidation
95%
Caffeine
50.0 mg
L-Theanine
3.5 mg
Harvest
Spring (First Flush), Summer (Second Flush)
Altitude
45-100m
Leaf Type
One bud two leaves, large leaf
Description
Assam tea comes from the lush Brahmaputra River valley in northeastern India, the world's largest contiguous tea-growing region. Made from the indigenous large-leaf Camellia sinensis var. assamica, it produces a bold, malty, full-bodied cup with a brisk finish and rich copper-red color. Second Flush Assam (June-July) is prized for its 'tippy' golden buds and intense maltiness.
Brewing Guide
Temperature
100°C
Steep Time
240s
Water Ratio
100ml/g
Infusions
1x
Recommended vessel: Ceramic teapot with a cozy
Assam's robust, malty character stands up to full boiling water. CTC Assam for daily drinking: 3-4 minutes at 100°C with milk and sugar. Orthodox whole-leaf Assam benefits from 90-95°C for 3 minutes. Second Flush tippy grades reward shorter steeping to control astringency.