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Assam CTC BOP Borsillah — awakening tea in pellets, immediate malt and robust structure

I selected this Assam from Borsillah for its immediate power and deep malty notes. A robust black tea, shaped into pellets (CTC), ideal for an energetic wake-up, plain or with a splash of milk.

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With the Assam Borsillah, I offer a specialty tea designed for those who demand power from the very first cup. Its pellet shaping method (CTC) allows immediate extraction of its malty notes and robust structure. It’s the factual wake-up tea, able to withstand a splash of milk without ever losing its identity.

Deep malt Toasted bread Robust Structured
TEMP95°CTemperature
TIME3-5 minInfusion
DOSE2,5 gPer cup
CAFFEINEHighLevel
88.00 EUR/kg | 0.22 EUR per cup | 40 cups (100g bag)

Brewing timer

Be careful: CTC pellets infuse very quickly. Use my timer to respect 3 minutes for plain black tea, or 5 minutes for a milk preparation.

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CompositionThe strength of the CTC method

The appearance of this tea results from a precise mechanical process called CTC (Crush, Tear, Curl). The leaves are not simply rolled but shaped into dense pellets to maximize surface contact with water.

Maximum extraction

This structure breaks the leaf’s cell walls, allowing an instant release of tannins and pigments. The BOP (Broken Orange Pekoe) grade guarantees a dark brick-red liquor, intense and full-bodied.

Cup profile

The attack is straightforward, marked by a noble astringency that structures the mouth. The dominant aromas evoke malt, dry wood, and leather, typical of high-quality Indian black teas.

ExpertiseMy selection from the Borsillah plantation

The Borsillah garden is located in the Brahmaputra valley, in the heart of Assam. This terroir benefits from an extremely humid tropical climate, essential for the development of the Assamica cultivar.

For whom?

  • To discover: The person seeking an effective alternative to morning coffee, with a lasting stimulating effect and no gastric acidity.
  • For the amateur: The "English Breakfast" lover looking to upgrade with a purer, more distinctive single-origin batch.
  • For the enthusiast: The connoisseur appreciating characterful black teas that serve as a perfect base for homemade Masala Chai.
Origin AssamGrade BOPCharacter tea
DetailsFull identity
Name
Assam CTC BOP Borsillah
Type
Specialty black tea (CTC pellets)
Origin
Borsillah Plantation, Assam, India
Harvest
Summer picking (Second Flush)
Caffeine
High (Strong natural content)
Profile
Malty, woody, robust, and tannic.
Format
100g bag (about 40 cups)
Moment
Breakfast only.
Storage
In an opaque, airtight container, protected from moisture.
TipsMy extraction protocol

Reference preparation

Assam Borsillah requires water at 95°C. Use 2.5 grams of pellets for 250 ml of water. Steep for 3 minutes for a balanced plain tasting. If the cup becomes too bitter, reduce the time rather than the temperature.

The "Breakfast" version

  • With milk: Extend the infusion to 5 minutes to strengthen the liquor. Then add a splash of milk (or oat milk). The proteins will soften the tannins to reveal an exceptional honeyed and malty sweetness.
  • Base for Chai: Its robustness withstands a short boil with ginger and cardamom if you want to prepare a traditional spiced tea.
The art of sharing: Assam with milk is the secret to a successful breakfast. Share this Anglo-Indian ritual with your loved ones to turn their awakening into a moment of pure strength.
FAQFrequently Asked Questions
Astringency Is it a very bitter tea?

Assam is a naturally astringent tea, which gives it that body in the mouth. Bitterness only appears if you over-steep the pellets (beyond 4 minutes plain). With milk, this strength turns into roundness.

Caffeine Does it really replace coffee?

Yes. Its theine content is among the highest. It offers a clear intellectual awakening without the nervous spike or crash often associated with espresso.

Appearance Why these little pellets instead of leaves?

These are not residues, but tightly rolled and chopped leaves. This shaping protects the aromas from air oxidation and allows for an ultra-fast and powerful infusion.

Milk Can it be drunk without milk?

Absolutely, if you enjoy full-bodied teas. In that case, be very precise with the steeping time (maximum 3 minutes) to preserve the toasted bread notes.

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