Assam Golden Tips: Flavor Profile and Brewing Guide

Quick answer

Assam Golden Tips is a full-bodied black tea with sweet, honey-like notes and a toasty aroma. To brew it properly, use water just off the boil (195–205°F) and steep for 3–4 minutes to avoid bitterness.

How to brew Assam Golden Tips tea

1. Measure the leaves: Use 1 teaspoon (about 2.5 grams) of loose leaf Assam Golden Tips per 8 oz cup. A common mistake is using too little leaf, which results in weak, watery tea instead of the intended full body this tea can deliver.
2. Heat the water: Heat water to 195–205°F (90–96°C). Do not use boiling water straight from the kettle—that can scorch the golden buds and bring out harsh tannins. A quick 30-second rest after boiling is enough. If you don't have a thermometer, let the kettle sit for 30 seconds after it switches off.
3. Steep for 3–4 minutes: Pour the hot water over the leaves and steep for exactly 3 minutes for a lighter, sweeter cup, or 4 minutes for a stronger, more robust brew. Over-steeping (beyond 5 minutes) will make the tea bitter and lose the honey-like finish. Set a timer to avoid guessing—this tea turns quickly from sweet to bitter.
4. Remove leaves and serve: Strain the leaves out completely or pour the tea into another cup. Leaving the leaves in the cup continues steeping and ruins the flavor. Serve plain to appreciate the dates-and-honey notes.

Product detail

• Assam Golden Tips Tea: A signature second flush from Assam with an unmistakable toasty nose and a delightful sweet finish, with tasting notes of sweet, bodied, and amber orange with notes of dates & honey. You can expect a rich, dessert-like cup without extra flavors, making it ideal for drinking plain.