Uva FBOP Aislaby Estate Loose Leaf Black Tea
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Our Uva FBOP Aislaby Estate loose leaf black tea is a full-bodied high-grown Ceylon with a deep copper liquor, brisk structure and the distinctive warm spice of Sri Lanka’s celebrated Uva district. Bright, lively and satisfying, it is robust enough for a proper morning brew while remaining refined enough to enjoy black when you want the estate character to come through clearly.
Uva FBOP Aislaby Estate Loose Leaf Black Tea from Sri Lanka
Aislaby Estate lies in the Uva district of Sri Lanka, one of the island’s most distinctive high-grown tea regions. This FBOP selection is a characterful estate black tea with the brightness, strength and spicy aromatic lift for which Uva teas are especially valued.
The finer broken leaf gives the cup presence and speed of infusion, creating a tea that feels immediate and satisfying without losing the clean clarity of a well-made Ceylon.
Deep Copper Liquor with Brisk, Spicy Depth
In the cup, this Uva FBOP Aislaby Estate loose leaf black tea brews to a vivid deep-copper infusion with lively brightness. The flavour is full-bodied and brisk, with a natural warming spice and a clean, invigorating finish that lingers pleasantly.
It has the structure to work beautifully as an everyday black tea, yet enough individuality to reward closer attention when enjoyed without milk.
Fine Broken Orange Pekoe with High-Grown Uva Character
FBOP, or Fine Broken Orange Pekoe, produces a more finely graded leaf than standard BOP, helping deliver a fuller, brisker cup with excellent colour and aromatic lift. In this Aislaby Estate tea, that makes for a satisfying balance of strength, clarity and estate distinction.
Comparable retailer naming for Aislaby teas centres on the estate and Ceylon origin, which reinforces the value of keeping Aislaby Estate prominent in the product page rather than reducing it to a generic Uva tea.
At a Glance
- Tea type: Loose leaf black tea
- Origin: Aislaby Estate, Uva, Sri Lanka
- Grade: FBOP, Fine Broken Orange Pekoe
- Liquor: Deep bright copper
- Flavour: Full-bodied, brisk, warmly spiced and clean
- Best enjoyed: Black or with a splash of milk
A Robust Everyday Ceylon with Real Character
Uva FBOP Aislaby Estate is an excellent choice for those who want a dependable black tea with more personality than a standard breakfast blend. It is lively enough for the morning, polished enough for the afternoon and versatile enough to enjoy in either style.
Drink it plain to appreciate the spicy Uva character most clearly, or add a little milk for a rounder and more comforting cup.
How to Brew Uva FBOP Aislaby Estate
Use freshly boiled water at 100°C and add one heaped teaspoon per cup. Steep for 3 to 4 minutes.
A 3-minute brew gives a bright, brisk cup with the spicy Uva character clearly present. A 4-minute infusion develops greater body and works especially well if you prefer a little milk.
Because the FBOP leaf infuses quickly, avoid over-steeping if you want to keep the finish clean and balanced.
Ingredients
Black tea.
About High Teas London
High Teas London has been sourcing distinctive loose leaf teas and infusions since 2008. With over 350 different teas in our collection, we are proud to offer estate teas with genuine provenance and everyday drinking appeal, including characterful Ceylon selections such as Uva FBOP Aislaby Estate.
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Tea Type |
Quantity |
Water Temp |
Brew Time |
| WHITE | 3-5g per cup | 70c | 5-6 mins |
| GREEN | 3-5g per cup | 75c | 2-5 mins |
| BLACK | 3-5g per cup | 95c | 4-6 mins |
| OOLONG | 3-5g per cup | 95c | 5-8 mins |
| PU-ERH | 3-5g per cup | 95c | 4-6 mins |
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| UK Orders under £30 and below 250g | £1.97 |
| UK Orders under £30 and above 250g | £3.95 |
| International Orders | £15 |
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