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Frontier Co-op Certified Organic Fair Trade Irish Breakfast Tea, 1-Pound Bulk, Rustic, Warm & Bold Black Tea, Kosher,
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Made with materials harvested from responsibly managed farms.
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Manufactured on farms or in facilities that protect the rights and/or health of workers.
A Fair Trade Certified seal on a product means that it was made according to fair trade standards that promote sustainable livelihoods and safe working conditions, protection of the environment, and strong, transparent supply chains. Fair Trade USA’s model generates revenue that farmers, workers, and fishers can direct towards their community to fight poverty.
Made with materials harvested from responsibly managed forests.
A Fair Trade Certified seal on a product means that it was made according to fair trade standards that promote sustainable livelihoods and safe working conditions, protection of the environment, and strong, transparent supply chains. Fair Trade USA’s model generates revenue that farmers, workers, and fishers can direct towards their community to fight poverty.
Product contains at least 95% organic material.
USDA Organic is protected by law, inspected by experts, traced from farm to store, and shaped by public input. USDA develops and enforces the organic standards, which require products to be produced using farming practices that maintain and improve soil and water quality, minimize the use of synthetic materials, conserve biodiversity, and avoid genetic engineering, among other factors. Crops can be certified organic if they’re grown without prohibited substances such as most synthetic fertilizers and pesticides for three years prior to harvest. Livestock are raised on pasture and treated humanely without growth hormones or antibiotics. Organic products do not contain GMOs or artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Products that contain a minimum of 95 percent organic ingredients and use the USDA Organic seal are part of Climate Pledge Friendly.
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Brand | Frontier Co-op |
Item Form | Loose Leaves |
Unit Count | 16.0 Ounce |
Specialty | Organic |
Package Information | Bag |
About this item
- Botanical Name: Camellia sinensis L.
- Certified Organic/ Fair Trade Certified
- 1 pound bulk bag (16 ounces)
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Frontier Co-op
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Doing Good, Works
We are Frontier Co-op. 40,000 member owners strong and a powerful force of good in the world. As an ethically committed herb and spice company, we are united by our mission to put people and planet before profits.
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Transforming Lives Through Food
For nearly a half century, we have remained steadfast in our belief that food can be a catalyst for positive change. It starts with a commitment to our growers. By investing in their farms, we can impact the welfare of their community and the health of our planet for generations to come.
We support essential projects like education, medical infrastructure, freshwater initiatives, and sustainable farming practices. Through mutually beneficial partnerships, we are bound and determined to source ingredients ethically and responsibly.
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Through our Breaking Down Barriers program, we’ll continue to provide workable solutions to the many employment challenges our rural Iowa region faces.
From access to more affordable childcare to better transportation options, apprenticeships to Second Chance hiring practices, we willfully find ways to create the sustained and meaningful employment opportunities our proud community seeks.
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We’ll continue to put our collective passion in action every day because we believe preserving the promise of tomorrow starts today.
We consider every purchase a vote of confidence and allegiance we’re doing things the right way and for the right reasons. It’s further validation that the goodness of food can mean something much greater. It’s about tastes that transform meals and actions that transform lives…for good.
Plants, people, planet, and possibilities will forever be our next Frontier. Are you with us?
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Sustainability features
This product has sustainability features recognized by trusted certifications.
Made with materials harvested from responsibly managed farms.
A Fair Trade Certified seal on a product means that it was made according to fair trade standards that promote sustainable livelihoods and safe working conditions, protection of the environment, and strong, transparent supply chains. Fair Trade USA’s model generates revenue that farmers, workers, and fishers can direct towards their community to fight poverty.
Manufactured on farms or in facilities that protect the rights and/or health of workers.
A Fair Trade Certified seal on a product means that it was made according to fair trade standards that promote sustainable livelihoods and safe working conditions, protection of the environment, and strong, transparent supply chains. Fair Trade USA’s model generates revenue that farmers, workers, and fishers can direct towards their community to fight poverty.
Made with materials harvested from responsibly managed forests.
A Fair Trade Certified seal on a product means that it was made according to fair trade standards that promote sustainable livelihoods and safe working conditions, protection of the environment, and strong, transparent supply chains. Fair Trade USA’s model generates revenue that farmers, workers, and fishers can direct towards their community to fight poverty.
Product contains at least 95% organic material.
USDA Organic is protected by law, inspected by experts, traced from farm to store, and shaped by public input. USDA develops and enforces the organic standards, which require products to be produced using farming practices that maintain and improve soil and water quality, minimize the use of synthetic materials, conserve biodiversity, and avoid genetic engineering, among other factors. Crops can be certified organic if they’re grown without prohibited substances such as most synthetic fertilizers and pesticides for three years prior to harvest. Livestock are raised on pasture and treated humanely without growth hormones or antibiotics. Organic products do not contain GMOs or artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives. Products that contain a minimum of 95 percent organic ingredients and use the USDA Organic seal are part of Climate Pledge Friendly.
Product Description
Rustic and warm with a comfortable, solid flavor and aroma, Irish Breakfast is a familiar and satisfying favorite. A blend of black teas like English Breakfast, this tea is slightly bolder in flavor and makes a malty brew that is well rounded and robust. The addition of milk to this tea creates a new dimension of flavor and provides a velvety-smooth texture. Our organic, Fair Trade Certified bulk Irish Breakfast tea is kosher certified and non-irradiated.
Directions:
To enjoy, pour 6 oz. simmering water (185F preferred) over one teaspoon of tea. Steep 4-5 minutes, strain and serve immediately.
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 10 x 9 x 2 inches; 1 Pounds
- Item model number : 21351
- UPC : 089836010773
- Manufacturer : Frontier Co-op
- ASIN : B000WR8PQC
- Country of Origin : USA
- Best Sellers Rank: #6,509 in Grocery & Gourmet Food (See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food)
- #834 in Herbal Tea
- #1,111 in Climate Pledge Friendly: Grocery
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form | Loose Leaves | — | Roots | Loose Leaves | Herb | Flake |
weight | 16 ounces | 1.05 pounds | 1 pounds | — | 16 ounces | 16 ounces |
ingredients | Organic Fair Trade Certified™ Irish breakfast tea | Purified Water | — | Black tea, bergamot oil. | Echinacea Purpurea Herb is a versatile ingredient that can be used to make hot tea or other hot beverages. It is easy to prepare and abundantly available. It blends perfectly with lemongrass, especially in teas and soups. | Burdock Root |
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Organic Fair Trade Certified™ Irish breakfast tea
Directions: To enjoy, pour 6 oz. simmering water (185º F preferred) over one teaspoon of tea. Steep 4-5 minutes, strain and serve immediately. Legal Disclaimer Actual product packaging and materials may contain more and different information than what is shown on our website. We recommend that you do not rely solely on the information presented and that you always read labels, warnings, and directions before using or consuming a product. Please see our full disclaimer below.
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Customers like the value, smoothness, ingredients and age of the tea. They mention that it's a great value, it stays smooth and that the dry leaves are obviously fresh. They also appreciate quality, and taste. Opinions are mixed on smell.
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Customers like the taste of the tea. They mention it's very flavorful, holds its flavor and smoothness throughout the day, and is a decent black tea. Some say that the tea is full-bodied and enjoyable, with a rich, malty flavor. Overall, most are happy with the taste and recommend it to others.
"...On the palate the tea is rich and robust, malty but also with the distinct fruitiness of a nice tippy Assam...." Read more
"...This Assam tea has been my fave for at least 15 years and the loose leaf taste so great without the paper." Read more
"Full bodied morning tea. Very enjoyable." Read more
"To my liking, it is a good tasting tea. Leaves aren't large though, but for what I could expect from an "English Breakfast"? - it works for me...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the tea. They say it has the right amount of tannin and strength for a great brew. They also say the brand is reliable, the tea is rich and robust, and super tasty. Customers say the leaves are whole with virtually no broken pieces. They mention that it holds up to both milk and cream and makes delicious sweet and iced tea. However, some customers feel the quality is not outstanding.
"...On the palate the tea is rich and robust, malty but also with the distinct fruitiness of a nice tippy Assam...." Read more
"Good tea. A bit pricey for a loose tea but it is high quality and I'll likely order more" Read more
"...that went into making this good product is wasted as the leaves break up in shipping...." Read more
"...It's so much better and cheaper. Instead of trying to get 12 small bags into a tea maker I can just use 3 Tbsp per 1/2 gallon or 6 Tbsp per gallon...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the tea. They say it's a great product, with rich flavor that can be brewed more. They also appreciate that it'd be a good value for the price.
"This was a very good price compared to some others i bought recently, Nice large leaves with no small fines, good aroma.... For an idea of how large..." Read more
"...It's so much better and cheaper. Instead of trying to get 12 small bags into a tea maker I can just use 3 Tbsp per 1/2 gallon or 6 Tbsp per gallon...." Read more
"...Tea bags are known to have inferior tea. This is a good value tea for every day drinking...." Read more
"...The large 1 lb. bag is an excellent value and I will reorder when necessary!" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the ingredients in the tea. They mention that it is organic, fair trade, and contains no animal products. They appreciate the quality ingredients and the eco-friendly product. Customers also appreciate the high quality spices, herbs, and teas.
"...Quality ingredients do make a difference, so give this a try and ditch those tea bags!" Read more
"...If you are looking for a really good Ceylon tea, this is it. And it is organic! I don't use sugar either!" Read more
"Frontier Coop is a wonderful company providing high quality spices, herbs, teas, and much more from around the world. My go to for 30 years!" Read more
"...Concl: Strongly recommended BUY due to flavor, price & organic." Read more
Customers like the age of the tea. They say the dry leaves are obviously fresh and consisted of mostly medium leaf with some longer. They also mention that the tea stays fresh in the Mylar bag and the packaging keeps the tea fresh.
"...The dry leaves were obviously fresh and consisted of mostly medium leaf with some longer ones and more broken leaves mixed in...." Read more
"...If you like Ceylon tea this is a good deal, it was packaged nicely, came fresh and on time. I will keep it for guests." Read more
"...The quality is consistently fresh for the 7 bags that I've ordered over that time. The tea is strong and super tasty especially for the price...." Read more
"Big, long, fresh leaves & a great price, especially for fair trade. I don't like the tea. I can't get a good brew. Either it's weak or over-brewed...." Read more
Customers find the tea smooth, soft, and granular. They also say it's a nice mellow steep and has a good mouth feel.
"...an easy transition and now after several weeks I find it to be a smoother black tea, not bitter like my previous brand...." Read more
"...Strong tea flavor, good mouth feel and astringency, but without too much bitterness...." Read more
"...So tasty and smooth." Read more
"...I should have made the switch long ago. Frontier is smooth and you can brew it strong but it doesn’t get yucky when you forget about it on the..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the smell of the tea. Some mention that it has a nice aroma and body without bitterness, while others say that it lacks the deep aroma and flavor of a typical Darjeeling.
"Nice aroma and flavors...." Read more
"...This order smelled a little like ditch weed. It still has the same flavor according to my morning cup. I'm curious what's the difference." Read more
"...others i bought recently, Nice large leaves with no small fines, good aroma.... For an idea of how large a pound of loose leaf tea is the volume..." Read more
"...It smells so good when you open the bag and all you need is a simple diffuser. I bought a large one since I make a couple gallons at a time...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the leaves in the tea. Some find them to be whole and large, while others say they're not full leaves but fragments.
"...was a very good price compared to some others i bought recently, Nice large leaves with no small fines, good aroma.... For an idea of how large a..." Read more
"...This is it!Though note the following: There are large leaves, and a minor amount of dust but you'll definitely notice that in your cup...." Read more
"...The tea is cut leaf, uniform size, good color and clean with very little dust or fannings...." Read more
"...I was so happy -- this is really good orange pekoe. It's whole leaves too, not "dust" like so many of my past purchases have been...." Read more
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The dry leaves were obviously fresh and consisted of mostly medium leaf with some longer ones and more broken leaves mixed in. You can also see the golden tips in the dry leaf. When brewed the tea has what I consider the classic Assam scent: malt, molasses, and floral high notes.
On the palate the tea is rich and robust, malty but also with the distinct fruitiness of a nice tippy Assam. It has just about the optimal amount of astringency for that “bite” that I think is crucial to a good Assam. Personally I don’t like Assams that are overly gentle and fail to make you take notice. This tea isn’t too bitter or anything, even with longer steeps, but it is an assertive tea.
I think it needs a longer steep time to really bring out its full depth and flavour. If drinking it straight I recommend at least 5 minutes if not a bit more. If using milk you can go even longer. I really like it steeped 10-12 minutes in the pot when adding milk. It takes milk very well and is also great with both milk and sugar. I’d say it makes an outstanding breakfast brew. It also makes very good cold brew ice tea.
Overall, I was very impressed by this Assam. It compares favourably to Ahmad’s Kalami Assam, a staple of mine, and to all the other loose leaf Assams I’ve tried from Amazon. I’ve noticed some reviews say quality consistency is an issue with frontier teas. I can’t speak to that yet and may have more to say when I reorder, but for now this is one of the best Assams I’ve seen on Amazon.
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