Known for its body, briskness and strong malty flavour, Assam loose-leaf tea has deservedly earned its reputation as the king of breakfast teas. An early morning cup of Assam tea with milk is a surefire way to begin your day on a positive and uplifting note. To showcase the best Assam teas, we have curated an Assam collection that includes teas from both the first and second flush of picking. 

Assam tea is a type of tea that is made from the plant Camellia Sinensis var. Assamica leaves and is grown in Assam, Northeastern India. The lowland Assam region of India is principally known for its exceptional black teas. This is because it has a uniquely humid and tropical climate which is ideal for tea growing. The state of Assam is the world's largest tea-growing region by production, lying on either side of the Brahmaputra River, and bordering Bhutan, Bangladesh, Myanmar and close to China. This part of India experiences high rainfall which helps the tea grow in the perfect conditions. During the monsoon period, as much as 250 to 300 mm (10 to 12 in) of rain falls per day. The daytime temperature rises to about 36 °C (96.8 °F), creating greenhouse-like conditions of extreme humidity and heat. This tropical climate contributes to Assam tea's unique malty taste that tea lovers adore and is a feature that gained this tea popularity. 

Assam loose-leaf tea also gained popularity through its versatility as it can be enjoyed at any time of the day, not just as a morning cuppa, and can be enjoyed in different ways. You can serve this tea black, with milk, iced and even spiced! You can add cinnamon, ginger and black peppercorn to enhance its flavour and give it a rich exotic taste. Assam tea also gives you a multitude of health benefits and even has a calming effect, getting rid of any stress or worries as you sip!  

At High Teas, we have a wide collection of teas from Assam to suit your tea-drinking preferences and give you a burst of flavour that will surely tickle your tastebuds. If you’re looking for teas that are known as ‘tippy’ (referring to the beautiful gold tips that appear on the leaves), we suggest choosing from our second-flush Assam teas. These are harvested later in the year and are prized for their sweet, bold, full-bodied and malty flavour. For a rich and full-flavoured Assam tea with a classically malty character, you can’t go wrong with our ever-popular Assam Mangalam. Or for a sweeter, more honeyed cup you will love our organic Assam tea from the renowned Hathikuli Estate.  

The Assam Tea Benefits 

Assam tea brings a whole host of benefits, if you drink it regularly enough, particularly for your health. This is due to its natural properties that can aid in avoiding potential health issues and lead to improved overall physical and mental health. Some of the benefits this tea can bring are: 

• Helps with weight loss: It is rich in polyphenols which is a type of antioxidant proven to be linked with weight loss and burning fat. They can speed up the body’s metabolism and increase the process of fat oxidation, decreasing weight gain. 
• Improves digestive health: Assam tea includes plant compounds known as tannins which affect the gastrointestinal tract to improve digestion. It can help reduce bloating or constipation. 
• Increases bone health: Due to its positive nutrients, this tea can improve bone health. It can increase bone density and strength to fight against conditions such as osteoporosis. 
• Relieves stress: As you sip this tea, you can bust stress and feel much calmer. It provides you with a soothing experience and promotes relaxation through the warmth and slowly sipping the tea. 
• Enhances brain function: Assam contains caffeine which is a natural stimulant that enhances brain function. It increases neurons and the release of other neurotransmitters like dopamine, allowing you to be more focused and motivated. 
• Boosts skin health: The antioxidants found in Assam tea can benefit your skin and boost skin health. This is because they fight oxidative stress by neutralising harmful free radicals that cause cell damage and causes skin to age. 

Does Assam Tea Have Caffeine in it?  

Assam tea does contain caffeine, and the amount can vary depending on how it's brewed. The caffeine content of this tea can be adaptable based on the brewing time and temperature, the type of tea used (loose-leaf or tea bags), and whether hotter water is used. An 8-ounce cup of Assam tea typically contains 50–90 milligrams of caffeine. This is similar to the amount of caffeine in a cup of coffee, which is usually around 100–150 milligrams. It has a higher caffeine content than other types of tea, such as green tea or white tea. This is because it is made from the Camellia Sinensis var. Assamica plant which have larger leaves than other tea plants, making it easier to extract caffeine from it. 

Our Assam Tea Collection 

We have one of the largest Assam tea collections in the country, allowing you to experience a variety of tastes to help you find a tea you love. Take a look at our varied range and treat your tastebuds to a tasty, flavourful and calming cup of tea that can be enjoyed whenever you like. 

Assam Loose-leaf Tea 

Our Assam loose-leaf tea comes in a wide range of rich flavours to give you a different experience with this wonderful region of the world. From bold and malty tastes for a brisk morning cuppa to sweeter and brighter flavours to enjoy throughout the day. Many of these teas also come with a spicy kick that is sure to wake you up. This means you don’t have to add anything to it if you don’t want to as the spicy, malty tea flavour can be enjoyed to its full potential without milk!  

Our great value Honest everyday Assam is a popular choice among tea enthusiasts and novices alike with its slightly spicy and malty taste. It is a medium copper-coloured cuppa that is perfect for everyday use no matter the time. Due to this, it’s ideal for those who are new to Assam tea. As well as this, other favourites are teas from the Tonganagaon and Orangajuli estates.  

Our collection also includes a decaf Assam tea which still packs a punch. We have been very careful to ensure it retains all the delicious strength and maltiness of the best-caffeinated Assam teas available! This means that even though there’s no caffeine, it still has all the wonderful flavours caffeinated ones have so you don’t miss out. 

Tea Bags 

For those who aren’t yet ready to make the leap from trusty tea bags to loose-leaf teas, we offer some of our bestselling Assam loose-leaf teas in pyramid bags. However, these are tea bags with a difference! Pyramid bags allow the fragrant tea to move around more freely in the water. They also give the tea more space, meaning the delicate leaves aren’t crushed into a dusty, tasteless powder! Try some out for a richer, scrumptious and special brew, compared to boring normal tea bags.