Long before black tea was imported from China and until the end of the 17th century, people living at the time of the czars had been drinking “Smitten”, a brew made with hot water, honey, and herbs. Today, tea is the most popular non-alcoholic drink in Russia. Our black tea blend, not to be confused with the Gruziya tea of former times, is based on an old Russian recipe and is perfectly suitable for being served from a samovar. An aromatic and soft tea with a slightly smoky note.
4-5 minutes
203-212 °F
1 level tsp./6 oz serving