Black Tea

As the evenings draw in, a Turkish household reaches for the tea kettle more than any other pot in the house, and this range covers the loose-leaf black teas that fuel that habit through the colder months. With Rize and Ceylon leaf, sachets and classic caddies, there is enough choice to see a family through autumn and winter without a single trip to a shop that may not stock it at all.

What is in the range

Over 40 products sit in this category, led by Çaykur, Turkey's best-known tea house, with Rize Turist black tea, Filiz, natural Tiryaki and Tirebolu blends in 500g and 1000g tins, plus a bud-leaf Tomurcuk Earl Grey. Mevlana and Tanay both offer Ceylon pure-leaf tea in large 1kg bags for households that get through tea quickly, and sachet formats from Çaykur and Mevlana suit anyone who wants convenience without the loose-leaf pot. Between them the range spans everyday drinking tea to more delicate flavoured blends.

Choosing, storing and brewing

For daily drinking, Çaykur Rize or Filiz in the 1000g tin works out most economical per cup; Mevlana and Tanay Ceylon leaf brew a lighter, less tannic cup that suits those who prefer their tea weaker. Tomurcuk Earl Grey is worth trying if you want a bergamot note without leaving Turkish tea behind. Store loose tea in an airtight tin away from light and moisture, and it will stay fresh for months. Use a çaydanlık or any small teapot to brew a concentrate, then dilute with hot water to taste, the traditional two-pot method.

Delivery across the UK

All orders go out with DHL Express and typically arrive within one to two business days anywhere in the UK, from London to the Scottish Highlands. Spending £60 or more brings free delivery; smaller orders carry a flat £5.99 charge. A tracking number lands in your inbox the moment your tea is on its way.