African tea

African tea history

The history of tea in Africa stretches back in time and is woven together with the continent's rich cultural heritage and unique climatic conditions. Africa has both a long tradition of growing and brewing tea.

The history of tea in Africa began with the arrival of European colonists in the 19th century who introduced tea plants to some of the African regions. The early tea industry took place in countries such as Kenya and Malawi, where the climate and soil proved ideal for growing tea plants. Over time, the tea industry in Africa grew and became an important economic driver for many countries.

Today, several African countries are known for producing high-quality tea that is exported worldwide. Kenya's black teas are one of the most recognized and considered some of the best in the world. This success is due to the favorable climatic conditions and the skilled work of local farmers and tea plantation owners.

In addition, there is Rooibos tea , which is not actually a tea, as it is not extracted from the tea plant. Rooibos grows in a small mountain range north of Cape Town in South Africa. Rooibos tea is known, among other things, for its rich content of antioxidants, vitamins C, iron and potassium. Since Rooibos tea is not extracted from the tea plant, it contains no caffeine and can therefore be drunk before bed without worrying about lying awake.

Tea from Africa in many varieties

There are several different tea varieties in Africa with unique flavors and characteristics from the African nature.

Mozambique OPI Monte Metilile

Mozambique, with its lush vegetation and favorable climate, is home to exceptional tea plantations, and Mozambique OPI Monte Metilile is no exception. It is a black tea grown at the foot of the Monte Metilile mountain, which has a distinctive flavor profile with light floral notes and a subtle sweetness. It is known for its clean, refreshing taste and is perfect to enjoy on a sunny afternoon.

Ruanda FOP Hatchery

Ruanda is another gem in Africa's tea world and our Ruanda FOP Rukeri tea is a true treasure. Grown at the Rukeri plantation in the heart of Ruanda, this tea has a deep, rich flavor with a slightly spicy undertone. It has a natural sweetness that makes it ideal for drinking without added sugar. Ruanda FOP Rukeri is also known for its strong character and is perfect to start the day with an invigorating cup.

Tanzania CTC BOP

Tanzania is famous for its impressive nature and unique taste of tea. Our Tanzania CTC BOP (Crush, Tear, Curl - Broken Orange Pekoe) is an intense black tea with a rich and robust taste. It is known for its deep copper colored infusion and a persistent malty aftertaste. This tea is ideal for those who prefer a strong, powerful tea experience and is perfect for morning use. We recommend this tea to everyone who likes their tea with milk, as its strength permeates the milk well and leaves us with a wonderful taste of tea and milk.

Kenya Marinyn FOP

Kenya is world renowned for its high quality black tea and Kenya Marinyn FOP is a true representative of this excellent tea production. Grown in the mountainous area around the Nandi Hills, the tea has a rich, rounded flavor with a pleasant fruity sweetness. Kenya Marinyn FOP is a versatile tea that can be enjoyed with or without milk and is known for its consistent quality.

Buy African tea at Nordic Tea

If you are ready to go on a sensory journey through Africa's tea world, then Nordic Tea is the right place to start. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality teas that not only taste great, but are also organic and sustainable.