Dian Black, Organic
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This is an exquisite Yunnan, black with golden tips. A customer favorite and a bestseller for us. Use a heaped teaspoon for each cup to obtain the maximum flavor. From Yunnan region in China and from some of the oldest tea trees in the world. Very tippy, very rich with a lot of depth and character. Sometimes called Golden Halo or Golden Yunnan. A taste of chocolate lingers on your palate. We strongly recommend this tea. Certified Organic.
The leaf of a tree that evolved in the woods that came into being in a topography formed by the fiery upheaval of earth as the Indian subcontinent united forcefully with Asia is a gift we cherish to this day. This unique earth, the waters of the three parallel rivers coursing through its forests and the unique micro climates at the eastern end of the world's greatest mountain range yielded an enormous bio-diversity that formed the setting. It is no wonder that this is the alpha, the ur of all tea. All this history is distilled from each leaf from these ancient trees as it steeps into a cup of elixir that is robust, lingering, flavor-filled, malty, redolent of chocolate, unmistakably, glowingly golden in its appearance and transporting in its fragrance.I run out of robust superlatives. I enjoy it as an infusion, with milk, with milk and sugar. I am never disappointed. The fact that it is organic just makes that much more appealing.
How does one set out to describe a favorite tea? Especially when you like other teas. But Dian Black, hands down, is my favorite tea! I find that is the best way to start the day. No harsh flavor notes. My tasting buds and Dian Black are on the best of terms. Silver Tips has brought a wonderful tea into our palette of excellent teas.
Steeping Instructions
Use 1 heaped tsp. leaf per 8 oz. cup.
Pour boiling water over leaves.
Steep 4-5 mins.
Milk may be added.
Tea Education
We've named this Dian Black from the Chinese Dian Hong which is a combination of Dian, an old version of the name Yunnan, and hong which is simply red and often used to describe black tea in China. It is grown in Yunnan province in China and easily one of our bestsellers. This area is prized for ancient trees and forests. The tea is rich, earthy and robust. This grade has an abundance of gold tips thus indicating a mark of high quality. The cup has a lingering chocolate note. For those who appreciate fine Assams, Dian Black is a recommendation. Good by itself or with a dash of milk.

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from 407 reviews
What a creative blend featuring chai! The cardamom and ginger spice layered with the subtle sweetness of the chocolate round out this chai in a way that only makes perfect and absolute sense. It truly is a testament to Silver Tips’ magic in curating their blends. An absolute treat for fall!
What can I say! My friend who also grew up local to Silver Tips recommended this as her favorite blend from Silver Tips. The blue flowers in this make this so special and beautiful. An absolutely breathtaking London Fog this makes for, too!! Fantastic as a cold brew tea for those of us sensitive to the caffeine levels of hot tea. Please continue making this for as long as you can!
This is a sensational offering from Silver Tips and is a testament to the reverence with which the and their partners craft their teas. I’ve never tried form this estate before and it is a beautifully bodied black tea. Thank you!
Thank you Silver Tips for this broken black tea resort on the wonderfully classic breakfast blend! It has become a staple and actually makes for a wonderful cold brew tea for those of us sensitive to the caffeine levels of hot black tea. Also love adding maple syrup & milk for the experience of being in the gorgeous northeast! I am thankful to experience your offerings from afar!
Thank you Silver Tips, Anupa & the team that makes this phenomenal blend possible!! Growing up I was local to Silver Tips and it is an immense privilege to be able to experience their offerings once again through their online shop after moving. This makes for a sensational cold brew tea with a subtle yet potent and steady caffeine boost throughout the day— this is my daily tea now! I have been brewing 2 tablespoons per quart of cold filtered water in the fridge nitty for 12-16 hours, depending on the strength you like, in a mason jar filter (you can also brew loose, just strain the water after). The vanilla flavoring paired with the black tea addition makes this one of a kind. The aroma is wonderful. Thank you so so much!! I hope you can continue offering this blend for years to come!
Silver Tips teas are always if the finest quality
I have only bought cheap teas off the A word and I am very upset with myself for never trying you till now. This is the best tea I have ever tasted hands down
This is my all time favorite tea. It smells and tastes wonderfully.
This has become a favorite after receiving a free sample and then ordering some more, which is now all gone! Some chai with clove in it is overwhelmed by that strong flavor, but here the balance is perfect. There is a hint of clove if I look for it, and the pepper is pleasantly noticeable. A nice addition on my tea shelf beside the original Silver Tips chai.
A lovely, medium body tea, good any time of day!
Every time I need the best service and the best tea recommended by the most caring and knowledgeable person, I call Silver Tips and the owner takes care of me herself...Truly a Delight!!
delicious hot or cold
Excellent! High end tea! Lingering taste! Superior tea
Perfect flavor combination I order this tea over and I we again!
This tea is amazing, refreshing, clean and crisp. I absolutely love it. Since first tasting it a few months ago I've been having 2 to 3 giant sized tea cups (12 to 14 ozs.) a day. I still have about 1/4 of a 16 oz bag left but I am going to order more today because I do NOT want to run out of it. It is great hot or cold though I personally find it very cooling to drink it iced especially with the three digit temperatures we are having this summer. I'd give it more than five stars if I could.
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