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Black tea
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a type of tea made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant that has been fully oxidized
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
black teas
What is "black tea"?
Black tea is a type of tea made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant that has been fully oxidized. It is usually 0-3% alcohol by volume and is popular in many countries around the world. Black tea is usually dark brown and has a strong, distinctive flavor. It is often served hot or iced, and is also used to make a variety of teas, such as Earl Grey and English Breakfast. Black tea is typically made with Camellia sinensis leaves, and is usually bottled at 0-3% alcohol by volume.
