Orange Pekoe & Pekoe Cut Black Teas
What is Orange Pekoe & Pekoe Cut Black Teas?
Orange Pekoe and Pekoe Cut Black Teas are grades of black tea leaves. They are made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, which are withered, rolled, oxidized, and dried. The terms 'Orange Pekoe' and 'Pekoe' refer to the size and quality of the leaf, not the color or flavor.
Is Orange Pekoe & Pekoe Cut Black Teas vegan?
Orange Pekoe & Pekoe Cut Black Teas is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Orange Pekoe & Pekoe Cut Black Teas a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Orange Pekoe & Pekoe Cut Black Teas used for?
These teas are primarily used to provide a distinct, robust flavor and aroma in beverages.
Is Orange Pekoe & Pekoe Cut Black Teas safe?
Black tea is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its use as a flavoring agent.
Why it's used
These teas are primarily used to provide a distinct, robust flavor and aroma in beverages. They are the base for many black tea products, including hot tea, iced tea mixes, and ready-to-drink tea beverages.
Health notes
Black tea is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for its use as a flavoring agent. It contains antioxidants, such as flavonoids, which are compounds studied for potential health benefits. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated tea and its components, noting their complex composition. While generally considered safe, excessive consumption of caffeine from tea could lead to side effects like jitteriness or sleep disturbances.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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