{"title":"Plain black teas","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover black teas with no added flavorings, selected for their origin, harvest, or production method. From classic blends to exceptional single-estate teas, this selection reveals malty, woody, floral, or smoky profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"english-breakfast","title":"English Breakfast – Assam and Ceylon Black Tea","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEnglish Breakfast: a plain Assam and Ceylon black tea for the morning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish Breakfast brings together Assam and Ceylon black teas in a blend with no added flavorings. Bold, structured, and balanced, it accompanies breakfast with a warming cup, enjoyed plain or with a splash of milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts profile is deliberately straightforward and harmonious: a full-bodied presence on the palate, hints of malt, and a clean finish. It can be enjoyed plain or with a splash of milk, depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose English Breakfast?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA blend with no added flavorings, allowing the true taste of black tea to shine through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAssam provides body, while Ceylon adds balanced brightness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA breakfast companion, from toast to savory brunch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting passport\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003ePlain black tea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eBlend\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eAssam and Ceylon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eProfile\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eBold, structured, and balanced\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eOccasion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMorning or early afternoon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA full-bodied, harmonious cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePossible hints of malt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDistinct brightness from the Ceylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA clean finish with no added flavorings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to enjoy this tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnglish Breakfast is naturally at home at breakfast. It is also ideal for breaks that call for a more robust cup of black tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to enjoy it with?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt pairs well with toast, pastries, eggs, a savory brunch, or a lightly sweetened cake. Enjoyed plain, it reveals the balance of the blend; with a little milk, its structure remains pronounced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssam black tea, Ceylon black tea. Blend with no added flavorings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to prepare English Breakfast?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 13 g of tea per liter of water. Steep for 3 to 5 minutes in 100°C water. Adjust the steeping time to achieve your desired strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes English Breakfast contain added flavorings?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo: it is a blend of Assam and Ceylon black teas, with no added flavorings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA bold, structured cup with depth, balanced brightness, and hints of malt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan milk be added?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, this blend can be enjoyed plain or with a little milk. Try both preparations to find the one you prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much tea should I use for a 250 ml cup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe recommended amount of 13 g per liter is equivalent to 3.25 g for 250 ml. A scale will help you maintain a consistent measurement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I store the tea leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore your tea in an airtight container away from moisture, heat, light, and strong odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eContinue your discovery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/the-noir\"\u003eblack tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare profiles. For an initial exploration in small formats, discover our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/packs-decouverte\"\u003ediscovery packs\u003c\/a\u003e and the varieties featured in their selections.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cap sur le thé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53402826834256,"sku":"81359","price":11.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/2401\/6976\/files\/englishbreakfast1_resultat.webp?v=1786822324"},{"product_id":"melange-russe-the-noir-keemun-darjeeling-assam","title":"Route des Tsars – Keemun, Darjeeling and Assam Black Tea","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRoute des Tsars: a natural blend of Keemun, Darjeeling and Assam\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoute des Tsars brings together Keemun, Darjeeling and Assam in a black tea blend with no added flavouring. The cup is aromatic, smooth and slightly full-bodied: a choice for those seeking body while maintaining a balanced taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith no added flavouring, it fully showcases the complementary qualities of its three components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Route des Tsars?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThree black teas brought together in a natural blend.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA full-bodied cup balanced by a smooth taste.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNo added flavouring, allowing you to appreciate the complementary qualities of the teas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTasting passport\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eNatural black tea blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBlend\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eKeemun, Darjeeling and Assam\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIntensity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●●○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eBody\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●●○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSmoothness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●○○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eAstringency\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●○○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTime\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eMorning or afternoon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAromatic profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAromatic black tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSlightly full-bodied character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBalanced finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen to enjoy this tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA harmonious blend to be enjoyed simply at different times of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to prepare this black tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSteep 12 g per litre for 2 to 4 minutes in 100°C water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Route des Tsars an Earl Grey?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo: this blend contains no added flavouring and brings together Keemun, Darjeeling and Assam. It is not presented as a bergamot tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it a full-bodied tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Tasting Passport indicates an intensity and body of four out of five. The cup retains a smoothness that balances this presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat quantity should I use for a 250 ml cup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe ratio of 12 g per litre corresponds to 3 g for 250 ml. Use 100°C water and steep for 2 to 4 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to choose the steeping time?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart with 2 minutes to discover the blend, then adjust within the recommended range according to your preferred intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to store the leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore your tea in an airtight container, away from moisture, heat, light and strong odours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eContinue your discovery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/the-noir\"\u003eblack tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare profiles. For an initial exploration in small formats, discover our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/packs-decouverte\"\u003ediscovery packs\u003c\/a\u003e and the references offered in their selections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePackaged in a 100 g bag.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cap sur le thé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53529959006544,"sku":"81825","price":11.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/2401\/6976\/files\/melangerusse1_resultat.webp?v=1788620442"},{"product_id":"lapsang-souchong-the-noir-fume","title":"Lapsang Mist – Smoked Lapsang Souchong Black Tea","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBrume de Lapsang: an intensely smoky and woody Lapsang Souchong\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrume de Lapsang is a Chinese Lapsang Souchong black tea with a distinctly smoky character. Its aromas evoke wood fire and pine, with a deep woody presence. A full-bodied cup for lovers of bold flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Brume de Lapsang?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA very pronounced smoky character, rated five out of five.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDeep woody notes that evoke a campfire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA selection for lovers of intense tasting experiences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTasting passport\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSmoky black tea\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLeaf\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eIntensity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●●●\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSmoky\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●●●\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWoody\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●●●○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSweetness\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e●●○○○\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOccasion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eEnd of the day or full-bodied tasting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAromatic profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWood fire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eIntense smoky notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWoody character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to enjoy this tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnjoy it when you are looking for a bold and enveloping cup with a distinctly smoky profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to prepare this black tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteep 12 g per liter for 2 to 4 minutes in 100°C water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs the smoky flavor subtle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo: both intensity and smokiness are rated five out of five in the Passport. This tea is suitable for those looking for a pronounced smoky character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat notes can be found in the cup?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNotes of wood fire and smoke, with a woody finish. Its profile stands out from floral, fruity, or gourmand black teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat dosage should I choose for 250 ml?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse 3 g of leaves for 250 ml, or 12 g per liter. Steep at 100°C for 2 to 4 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to discover this bold profile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart at the lower end of the recommended steeping time, which is 2 minutes, then adjust to taste. Enjoy it plain to identify its smoky nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to store the leaves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore your tea in an airtight container, away from moisture, heat, light, and strong odors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eContinue your discovery\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/the-noir\"\u003eblack tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e to compare profiles. For an initial exploration in small formats, discover our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/packs-decouverte\"\u003ediscovery packs\u003c\/a\u003e and the references offered in their selections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaged in a 100 g bag.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cap sur le thé","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53529969983824,"sku":"81223","price":11.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0937\/2401\/6976\/files\/lapsangsouchong1_resultat.webp?v=1788619968"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.cap-sur-le-the.com\/en\/collections\/thes-noirs-nature.oembed","provider":"Cap sur le thé","version":"1.0","type":"link"}