Andean Needles

Water: Per 8oz (1cup) of water

Tea: 1 tsp or (2g)

Temperature: 212º

Time: 4 minutes

• Rich in antioxidants: Contains polyphenols like theaflavins and thearubigins, which help fight cell damage.

• Heart health: May lower blood pressure, reduce LDL ("bad") cholesterol, and improve overall heart health.

• Improved focus: Contains caffeine and L-theanine, which can boost alertness and concentration.

• Gut health: Supports healthy gut bacteria, which can aid digestion and immunity.

• Reduced risk of chronic diseases: May help lower the risk of stroke, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers.

High

Spring 2025

🔥 Top Savory Pairing:

Moroccan-spiced lamb with roasted root vegetables
– The warm spices (like cinnamon, cumin, and coriander) mirror the tea’s dark fruit and cacao tones, while caramelized vegetables echo the cane sweetness.

Other Excellent Pairings:

• Roast duck with a fig or plum glaze – Balances richness and enhances the raisin-like character.

• Beef short ribs with a cocoa-chili rub – Deep umami and a hint of chocolate sync with the tea's body and cacao notes.

• Mole poblano chicken – A bold, earthy Mexican dish where cocoa and spice bridge beautifully with the tea.

• Sweet potato and caramelized onion galette – Offers savory sweetness with layered flavor complexity.

🌿 Top Vegetarian Pairing:

Roasted eggplant with miso glaze and toasted sesame
– The umami from the miso and the caramelization from roasting bring out the cacao and cane sugar notes, while sesame adds depth and warmth.

Other Great Options:

• Butternut squash and sage risotto
  – Creamy, herbal, and gently sweet—perfect for the raisin and cane sugar notes.

• Mushroom and caramelized onion tart
  – Earthy mushrooms echo the tea's depth, while the onions mirror its sweetness.

• Lentil and walnut-stuffed bell peppers
  – A hearty, textured dish that brings out the raisin-like fruitiness and rich base of the tea.

• Grilled polenta with balsamic-glazed vegetables
  – Balsamic plays well with the raisin tones, and grilled flavors complement cacao.

For a dessert pairing that brings out the cacao, cane sugar, and raisin notes in your black tea, you want something that mirrors its richness without overshadowing its subtle complexity.

🍮 Top Dessert Pairing:

Sticky toffee pudding
– The dark, molasses-like sweetness and soft texture are a perfect match for raisin and cane sugar notes, while the richness enhances the tea’s cacao depth.

Other Great Dessert Pairings:

• Chocolate-covered figs or dates
  – Naturally sweet, chewy fruit wrapped in cacao-rich chocolate—an ideal flavor mirror.

• Spiced poached pears (with cinnamon and clove)
  – The warm spice and soft texture highlight the tea’s fruit and sugar elements.

• Olive oil cake with orange zest and dark chocolate chunks
  – Earthy, lightly sweet, with a hint of citrus to brighten the raisin-like richness.

• Walnut and honey baklava
  – Nutty, syrupy, and just sweet enough to pair beautifully without overwhelming.

Rainforest Black Black shares its soul with a rich, fruit-forward California Zinfandel. The notes of cacao, cane, and raisin mirror Zinfandel’s signature profile—think sun-dried fruit, dark chocolate, and a touch of warm spice. Just like a good Zin, this tea is bold but balanced, with a natural sweetness and a long, smooth finish. It’s a cup that lingers—warming, robust, and quietly indulgent.