Ingredient

Black Tea Concentrate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use black tea concentrate to add a strong, authentic tea flavor to beverages …

What it is

Black tea concentrate is a liquid extract made from steeping processed tea leaves (Camellia sinensis) in hot water. The water is then removed, leaving a concentrated form of brewed tea. This process intensifies the tea's flavor and color.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use black tea concentrate to add a strong, authentic tea flavor to beverages like iced teas, bottled teas, and powdered drink mixes. It provides a convenient way to achieve a consistent tea taste without brewing tea from scratch in large quantities.

Health notes

Black tea concentrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It contains compounds found in regular tea, such as caffeine and antioxidants. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated tea and its components. Evidence on the health effects of moderate tea consumption is mixed, with some studies suggesting potential benefits from antioxidants, while others note the effects of caffeine.

Allergen info

Black tea concentrate is not derived from any of the nine FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Black Tea Concentrate

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Big Win, Real Brewed Tea Rite Aid Corporation Big Win, Real Brewed Tea Iced & Bottle Tea 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Rite Aid Corporation Big Win, Real Brewed Tea, Lemon Sweetened Iced & Bottle Tea 38kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10.4Carbs Sweet Tea LIDL Sweet Tea Iced & Bottle Tea 42kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10.4Carbs Dunn's River Brands Group, Inc. All-Natural Unsweet Tea, Lemon & Lime Iced & Bottle Tea 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Tops, Iced Tea, Lemon, Lemon Iced & Bottle Tea 38kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10.4Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Real Brewed Lemonade Tea, Half And Half Other Drinks 38kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10.8Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Real Brewed Sweet Tea, Traditional Iced & Bottle Tea 38kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10.4Carbs Country Acres Cider & Produce Inc. Sweet Tea Iced & Bottle Tea High in added sugars — 58% DV per serving 34kcal 0Protein 0Fat 8.2Carbs Bai, Antioxidant Supertea, Bottled Tea, Paraguay Passionfruit Bai Brands LLC Bai, Antioxidant Supertea, Bottled Tea, Paraguay Passionfruit Iced & Bottle Tea 2kcal 0Protein 0Fat 3.8Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Tops, Real Brewed Unsweetened Black Tea Iced & Bottle Tea 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Tops, Real Brewed Half And Half Lemonade Tea Iced & Bottle Tea 38kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10.8Carbs Tops Markets, LLC Tops, Traditional Sweet Tea Iced & Bottle Tea 38kcal 0Protein 0Fat 10.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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