CEYLON UVA HIGHLAND LOOSE TEA
VERY STRONG
Grown in the Uva Highland region, this traditional Pekoe tea yields a strong amber brew with full flavour and distinct aroma.
| Ceylon Uva Highland - Loose 2oz/56g |
$5.95 |
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| Ceylon Uva Highland - Loose 4oz/113g |
$9.65 |
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| Ceylon Uva Highland - Loose 8oz/227g |
$17.65 |
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| Ceylon Uva Highland - Loose 16oz/454g |
$31.95 |
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The teas from the high eastern slopes of the island of Sri Lanka have a distinct, unique flavour caused mainly from the “cachan” wind that blows in July and August.
These special conditions create a black tea with a smooth, pronounced taste and a wonderful aroma. This tea drinks well with milk.
| Caffeine | Caffeinated |
|---|---|
| Cup Strength | Very Strong |
| Origin | Single-origin, Sri Lanka |
| Tea Format | Loose Tea |
| Type | Black |
Interesting flavour Review by ['Joan']
My first time with this tea and will definitely order it again. I love the full bodied flavour.
Posted on 2020-11-08My favourite Ceylon Review by Pat
This is my absolute favorite Ceylon. I keep coming back to it whichever other Ceylons I try. It is wonderfully smooth and brews a strong full-flavoured cup. For those who like a robust tea without bitterness. Take with milk and sugar (or without!).
Posted on 2019-07-275 stars Review by TerraBella
I like strong, milky tea in the morning and this is absolutely the go-to tea for someone like me. I make it very strong and add whole milk. This tea has enough flavor to stand up well to the butterfat in milk; but even after brewing it for 8 minutes does not become too rough or tannic. It is wonderfully comforting in the morning. It also works well for me as iced tea, however, as noted above, I like it strong and do not add any lemon or sugar to it when I make iced tea. It would make a wonderful chai, also.
Posted on 2016-04-095 stars Review by Uncle Tundra
This is one of my three fave teas. I find the UVA to have a perfect aroma and color, almost a bit floral if you don't steep it for too long. It's like Shangrila in the morning but almost makes for a nice mid-day tea, since it's not too strong.
Posted on 2013-06-215 stars Review by Uncle Tundra
This is one of my three fave teas. I find the UVA to have a perfect aroma and color, almost a bit floral if you don't steep it for too long. It's like Shangrila in the morning but almost makes for a nice mid-day tea, since it's not too strong.
Posted on 2013-06-21our favourite Review by Kevin and Lise
We have tried several loose black teas since our "conversion" from tea bags, and we keep coming back to this one for its smooth but distinctive tea flavour. We look forward to having it every evening!
Posted on 2012-11-20Wonderful! Review by Betty - Murchie's Team Member
Eleanor describes this as "a hug in a cup", and I must agree! This tea has a beautiful aroma and colour, but what got me hooked is the wonderful flavour. Smooth, clear and strong, Ceylon UVA is an excellent cup of tea!
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Steeping the Best (Guide)
Different types of teas should be steeped according to certain times and water temperatures to bring out their best flavours. Use this guide as a starting point, and then experiment until you find the perfect brewing method for your favourite tea.
Based on approximately one level teaspoon (2.5 g) of loose tea or one tea bag per 6-8 ounce (180-240 mL) cup. For stronger flavour, add more tea. Brewing for longer may increase the strength of the tea, but will likely also cause bitterness.
Tea Bags vs. Loose Tea
While our tea bags and loose tea are crafted to match the same flavour profile, there are discernable effects between the two formats. Namely, the leaves inside tea bags is milled, making it much finer and a quicker brew, while loose tea can take a couple minutes longer to steep. Tea bags are very convenient, but loose tea can be more visually appealing and brewed with a reusable infuser.
- Tea bags: steep for 3 - 4 minutes
- Loose tea: steep for 4 - 5 minutes
General Steeping Temperatures
The table included here shows some general guidelines for steeping different kinds of tea. Be mindful that some teas, even two from the same category, will brew differently than others. In particular, our green-black blends will often have different ratios of green and black teas - the more green-leaning ones should be brewed at a lower temperature range. Experimentation is highly encouraged, as tea is very much a matter of personal taste.
Puerh and oolong teas are often steeped multiple times for a shorter period of time in smaller brewing vessels. This method creates a curious exploration of the tea as it unfurls, developing new flavours with each subsequent brew - often making for great social conversation.
If you're unsure, try steeping in the middle range for your tea type. If the result is too bitter, steep at a lower temperature or for a shorter time. If the result is flat, try a higher temperature.