Blackcurrant Berry Black Tea

Deep cassis and dark berry notes meet high-grown black tea and delicate florals in a rich, aromatic cup with an elegant European character.

The Experience

Blackcurrant Berry Black Tea celebrates the distinctive flavor of blackcurrant—known throughout much of Europe as cassis. Darker and more aromatic than many familiar berry flavors, blackcurrant brings an intense combination of ripe fruit, gentle tartness, and deep berry richness that stands beautifully against black tea.

The orthodox black tea foundation provides structure and brightness, while currants and blackberry leaves deepen the fruit character. Mallow, cornflower, and marigold petals weave delicate floral notes through the blend, creating a cup that feels lush without becoming heavy.

Blackcurrant has a particularly strong culinary identity across Europe, where its concentrated flavor appears in preserves, syrups, desserts, confections, and beverages. That heritage gives this tea a distinctly sophisticated personality: less like a sweet mixed-berry tea and more reminiscent of cassis, dark fruit preserves, and ripe berries.

Served hot, the black tea and cassis character become rich and comforting. Poured over ice, the fruit becomes brighter and more refreshing, making Blackcurrant Berry a remarkably versatile tea throughout the year.

Tasting Notes

Top: Ripe blackcurrant • Cassis
Mid: Dark berries • Bright black tea
Finish: Smooth • Gently floral • Lingering fruit
Body: Medium to Full

Why You’ll Love It

• Distinctive cassis character with deep, aromatic berry flavor
• Orthodox black tea provides a bright, substantial foundation
• Currants and blackberry leaves add layers of dark fruit character
• Mallow, cornflower, and marigold contribute delicate floral complexity
• Sophisticated rather than candy-like
• Excellent both hot and over ice

Origin, Style & Ingredients

Tea Type: Flavored Black Tea
Style: Orthodox (Traditional Leafy)
Tea Origins: High-grown black teas from select origins
Elevation: 2,000 - 2,500m (~6,500 - 8,200ft)
Ingredients: Black tea, currants, blackberry leaves, mallow, cornflower and marigold petals, natural flavors
Caffeine: Yes

How to Brew

• 1 heaping teaspoon loose leaf
• 212°F water
• Mild: 2–3 minutes
• Medium: 4–5 minutes
• Strong: 6–7 minutes

Enjoy hot, or brew slightly stronger and pour over ice for a vibrant blackcurrant iced tea.

Perfect For

Afternoon tea, sophisticated iced tea, fruit-forward tea drinkers, or anyone who enjoys darker berry flavors rather than bright or candy-sweet fruit.

Pair it with dark chocolate, buttery pastries, berry tarts, scones, or vanilla desserts.

The Distinctive Flavor of Cassis

Blackcurrant occupies an interesting place in the world of fruit flavors.

To many European palates, cassis is immediately recognizable—deeply aromatic, richly fruity, and more complex than simple sweetness. Its bold character has made it a familiar flavor in everything from jams and desserts to syrups and celebratory drinks.

That same personality makes blackcurrant particularly well suited to black tea.

The tea provides structure. Cassis supplies the dark fruit. Floral petals soften the edges.

Together, they create a cup that is simultaneously bold and refined—a berry tea with distinctly grown-up character.

Packaging: Our loose teas are sold by the ounce and packaged in food-grade resealable bags.

Explore Our Fruit-Forward Black Teas

From deep European cassis to wild blackberry and warm stone fruit, discover how different fruits transform the richness of black tea.

Blackcurrant Berry Black Tea (This Tea)
Cassis • Dark berries • Delicate florals
→ Best for: lovers of sophisticated, deeply aromatic berry teas

Blackberry Wild Black Tea
Ripe blackberry • Earthy berry • Soft florals
→ Best for: those who prefer a deeper, slightly wild berry character

Apricot Sun Black Tea
Ripe apricot • Warm stone fruit • Smooth black tea
→ Best for: those who prefer a softer, mellow fruit profile

Lemon Drops Black Tea
Soft lemon • Ceylon black tea • Creamy citrus
→ Best for: those who prefer bright citrus over dark fruit