Pure Black Tea
What is Pure Black Tea?
Pure black tea is made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, the same plant used for green, white, and oolong teas. The leaves are fully oxidized, which gives black tea its characteristic dark color and robust flavor. It is typically processed by withering, rolling, oxidation, and drying.
Is Pure Black Tea vegan?
Pure Black Tea is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Pure Black Tea a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Pure Black Tea used for?
Black tea is primarily used as a beverage, either hot or iced.
Is Pure Black Tea safe?
Black tea is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Black tea is primarily used as a beverage, either hot or iced. It can also be used as a flavoring agent in baked goods, desserts, and candies. Its natural astringency and color are desirable in many food applications.
Health notes
Black tea is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food ingredient. It contains antioxidants, such as flavonoids, which are studied for potential health benefits. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated tea extracts, and JECFA has evaluated caffeine, a component of tea. While generally considered safe, excessive consumption of caffeine from tea could lead to jitteriness or sleep disturbances in sensitive individuals.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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