Çaykur Tirebolu Tea No.42 – 500 g

Among tea lovers in Turkey, a few blends have a loyal following of their own, and Tirebolu 42 tea is one of them. This 500g pack from Çaykur carries the name of the small Black Sea town of Tirebolu, and it is prized for a bright, full-bodied brew with a smooth finish that rewards a slow, patient steep.

A Name With Local Pride

Tirebolu sits on the coast of Giresun province, between green hills and the sea, at the western edge of Turkey's tea-growing region. The town is home to one of Çaykur's processing factories, and the famous 42 blend takes its name from that local connection. For many families, especially those with roots along the Black Sea coast, it is the taste of home in a glass.

Unlike some of the mass-market blends, this one has a reputation for a slightly more refined character, which is why people who know their tea often ask for it by name. If you usually drink a standard everyday blend, it is well worth trying side by side to taste the difference.

Where the Leaves Grow

Tea in Turkey is grown almost entirely along the eastern and central Black Sea coast, where heavy rainfall, mild temperatures and steep, misty slopes create ideal conditions. Black Sea tea leaves grow slowly through the cooler months, which helps develop their flavour. Once picked, they are withered, rolled, oxidised and dried to produce the classic small, dark leaves you see in the pack.

Tirebolu 42 tea brews into a clear, reddish amber with a pleasant briskness and a gentle, rounded taste. It is strong enough to stand up to long brewing, yet smooth enough to enjoy glass after glass without bitterness.

How to Brew It

1. Fill the lower kettle of a two-tier çaydanlık with water and bring it to the boil.
2. Place roughly one tablespoon of leaves per person in the small upper pot.
3. Pour a little boiling water over the leaves and set the small pot on top of the kettle to steam.
4. After a few minutes, top up the small pot with boiling water and leave it to brew on a low heat for 10 to 15 minutes.
5. Pour the strong brew into tulip glasses and dilute with hot water from the kettle to your preferred strength.

Serve without milk, with sugar cubes on the side, alongside breakfast, simit or a slice of cake.

Perfect for Every Part of the Day

Turkish tea is far more than a morning drink. It is poured at breakfast, offered to guests, shared after lunch and enjoyed late into the evening. A good blend like Tirebolu 42 tea keeps the pot going all day without losing its appeal, which is why so many households buy it in larger packs.

Storage

Keep the tea in an airtight container in a cool, dry place, away from light, moisture and strong smells such as spices or coffee. This keeps the aroma fresh for longer.

Order Online From Robin Food

Robin Food delivers Turkish tea across the UK, with same-day delivery available in many London postcodes. Compare it with our Çaykur Tiryaki and Altınbaş tea, and pair your glass with freshly baked açma.