🍵 Anna Batonishvili (Anaseuli) - Georgian Black Tea ⚫ – A premium loose-leaf black tea produced in the historic tea-growing region of Guria, western Georgia 🌄. It exemplifies traditional Georgian tea craftsmanship 🏺 combined with careful modern processing ⚙️ to deliver a refined, high-quality black tea experience ☕.

🌱 Origin & Cultivation – This black tea is sourced from ecologically clean plantations 🌿 in the Guria region, an area with deep tea heritage 📜 and ideal subtropical conditions ☀️🌧️ for Camellia sinensis cultivation. Leaves are hand-picked ✋ at optimal maturity to ensure uniform quality ✅ and preserve natural flavor compounds 🌸.

🏭 Processing Method – The tea undergoes a controlled orthodox black tea production process involving: withering 🍃 rolling 🔄 full Oxidation 🔥 and drying 🌬️

This method preserves leaf integrity 🍂 and encourages the development of rich flavor 👅 and aroma 🌸. Depending on harvest and batch, processing may combine traditional 🏺 and mechanical ⚙️ techniques to balance artisan quality with consistency ✅.

🍂 Dry Leaf Appearance – The dry leaves range from dark brown to black ⚫, typically in whole or large broken leaf grades. Occasional golden tips ✨ may appear in premium selections, indicating careful plucking ✋ and handling.

🫖 Infusion & Aromatics – When brewed, the liquor displays an amber to deep reddish-brown hue 🟤 with a smooth aroma profile 🌸. The scent is characteristically woody 🌳 and malty 🍯, with subtle floral 🌼 or wine-like 🍷 notes that reflect the terroir of Guria.

👅 Flavor Profile – Anna Batonishvili black tea is known for its medium body ⚖️ and mild character 😌, with low astringency 💧 and balanced depth ⚖️. Flavor notes can include malt 🍺, dried fruit 🍇, honeyed sweetness 🍯, and roasted nut hints 🌰, depending on specific batch variation.

📊 Analytical Characteristics (Approximate)

Caffeine ☕: 30–60 mg per 8 oz cup (varies with steeping time ⏱️)
Polyphenols 🌿: ~20–30 % of dry weight (includes theaflavins and catechins)
Moisture Content 💧: < 6 %
Ash Content ⚪: < 8 % – These parameters reflect standard quality benchmarks ✅ for black tea and support a consistent, flavorful infusion 🍵.

📦 Packaging & Use – Offered as loose leaf tea in original or bulk packaging 📦, suitable for daily brewing ☕ as well as specialty preparation 🍵. Its balanced profile pairs well with light accompaniments such as cinnamon 🌿, cardamom 🌱, or snacks 🍪, making it versatile for both traditional 🏺 and contemporary ☕ tea service.

🏺 Heritage & Quality – Produced by the historic Anaseuli Tea Company 🏭, this tea represents the revival 🔄 of Georgia’s tea tradition 🇬🇪 and a commitment to quality craftsmanship 🌟 rooted in decades of regional expertise 📜.