Caykur Altinbas Turkish Tea by - 500gr

Good taste.

I love this tea!!!

Envio rapido, el té vino en las condiciones perfectas. Riquisimo y original. Como si lo hubiera comprado en Turquia.

This is Çaykur's top-of-the-line black tea. If you're like me and drink tea not only for the ritual and taste but also for a solid caffeine buzz, Altınbaş absolutely delivers. ​If you see negative reviews claiming this tea lacks flavor, I can almost guarantee those people aren't brewing it correctly. You cannot steep this in a standard tea strainer for 3 to 5 minutes and expect good results. Tea from the cold Rize region of Türkiye is processed differently, and to properly extract the tannins, robust flavor, and caffeine, you absolutely need a traditional Turkish double teapot (çaydanlık), like the one in my photo. ​The Turks are incredibly clever when it comes to their tea—they have a blend for every time of day. While they have lower-caffeine options like Rize Turist for evening sipping, Altınbaş is the perfect, strong morning brew. And while you're at it, consider picking up some traditional tulip glasses to serve it in for the full experience. ​I had the privilege of living in İçmeler, Türkiye, for three years, and I gained a deep appreciation for not just the ritual of making this tea, but how it brings people together. In the US, our cafe culture is so fast-paced—we grab things to go and rarely take the time to just sit, sip, and enjoy. Turkish tea forces you to slow down. From boiling the water to steeping the leaves in the top pot using the steam from below, the whole process takes about 35 minutes. It definitely isn't a rushed experience. ​Anyway, that’s my two cents! Hopefully, you found this helpful. Just remember: if you don’t have a double teapot, you’re missing out on the true flavor of this tea. If you drink tea every day and appreciate durable, buy-it-for-life tools, I highly recommend investing in the Korkmaz teapot I use. It's a "buy once" investment that pays off every morning. ​Have a wonderful day guys!

OK, so best ... in my opinion. Tastes vary, but this is a smooth, delicately flavourful tea that I have never experienced any residual bitterness or astringency from, even after steeping for way longer than it should have. I have tried all of the Caykur offerings on Amazon, and this is my go to.