The Cranberries - Black tea 100 g - Café du Jour loose tea

What is cranberry black tea?

Cranberry black tea is a loose-leaf blend that combines sturdy black tea with dried cranberries and other fruity ingredients. The result is a cup with a full, slightly tart flavour and a refreshing finish. The cranberries contribute colour, aroma and a natural liveliness to the black tea base.

This blend contains no artificial additives. The taste comes from real dried fruit and natural flavourings. That way you get an honest, fruity tea in every cup.

Flavour profile of cranberry black tea

The flavour of cranberry black tea is fruity, mildly tart and floral. The black tea provides body and a gentle bitterness. The cranberries bring freshness. Together they form a balanced tea that you can enjoy hot or cold.

• Fruity and mildly tart from the cranberries
• Full-bodied and robust thanks to the black tea base
• Floral notes for extra depth
• A lovely deep red colour in the cup
• An inviting aroma that tempts you to take a sip

Who is it for?

Cranberry black tea suits anyone who enjoys fruity, refined tea with a solid base. The tea is suitable for daily drinking, from morning to evening. People who make conscious, healthy choices will appreciate the natural ingredients and the antioxidants that cranberries naturally contain.

Health benefits of cranberries in tea

Cranberries are known for their high antioxidant content. These compounds help protect cells from oxidative damage. Cranberry tea and health is a frequent topic: the proanthocyanidins in cranberries have traditionally been associated with supporting urinary tract health. Supporting the urinary system is therefore one reason many people drink this tea.

• Rich source of antioxidants from cranberries
• Traditionally used to support the urinary tract
• Black tea contains caffeine for a mild energy lift
• Natural vitamin C from the fruity ingredients
• Suitable for people who want to drink less coffee

How much cranberry black tea per day?

Two to four cups of cranberry tea per day is a sensible amount for most adults. Black tea contains caffeine. Bear this in mind if you are sensitive to caffeine or have trouble sleeping at night. If you drink more than four cups of black tea a day, watch your total caffeine intake.

How to prepare cranberry black tea

Making cranberry black tea is simple. Use loose tea in a tea filter or strainer for the best flavour. Loose cranberry tea gives a richer aroma than tea bags because the leaves and fruit pieces have more room to open.

How to brew cranberry tea: step by step

1. Bring water to the boil and let it cool to about 90 degrees Celsius.
2. Use 2 grams of loose tea per cup (approx. 200 ml) in a tea filter.
3. Pour the water over the tea and steep for 2–4 minutes.
4. Remove the filter and enjoy the tea straight away.
5. Optionally add a slice of lemon for extra freshness.

Storing cranberry black tea

Store loose cranberry tea in a sealed jar or tin in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This keeps the flavour good for up to 18 months. Moisture, light and heat are the biggest enemies of loose tea. An airtight container is therefore the key to an aromatic cup.

Features & specifications

The 100 g package of cranberry black tea is a practical amount for home use. You will have enough for dozens of cups without the tea going stale before you finish the pack. Below are the main features at a glance.

• Contents: 100 g loose cranberry black tea
• Tea type: black tea with dried cranberries
• Caffeine: present (black tea naturally contains caffeine)
• Ingredients: black tea, dried cranberries, natural flavourings
• Brewing time: 2–4 minutes at 90 degrees Celsius
• Amount per cup: approx. 2 grams
• Storage: cool, dry and dark in a sealed container
• Shelf life: up to 18 months with proper storage

Caffeine in cranberry tea

Black tea naturally contains caffeine, also known as theine. A cup of cranberry black tea contains on average 30 to 60 mg of caffeine, depending on brewing time and the amount of tea used. That is less than a cup of coffee. The caffeine in black tea releases more gradually, giving a calm alertness without peaks.

Alternatives & pairings

Cranberry black tea is one of many fruity tea varieties. Depending on your taste preference and caffeine needs there are interesting alternatives and pairings to explore.

Cranberry black tea versus rooibos cranberry tea

Rooibos cranberry tea contains no caffeine and has a naturally sweet, earthy flavour. Cranberry black tea has more body and a slight bitterness from the black tea base. If you want an evening tea without caffeine, rooibos is the better choice. If you want an energy lift during the day, cranberry black tea is more suitable.

Cranberry black tea versus green tea cranberry

Green tea cranberry has a lighter, grassy flavour and less caffeine than black tea. The cranberries give a fruity freshness in both varieties. Black tea offers a fuller flavour and a darker colour. Green tea is milder and contains more L-theanine, which helps create a calm, focused feeling.

Loose cranberry tea versus tea bags

Loose cranberry tea contains larger tea leaves and real fruit pieces. This allows the flavour to develop fuller and richer than with tea bags. Tea bags are more convenient on the go, but loose tea gives a better taste experience at home. For daily home use, the 100 g loose tea pack is a sensible choice.

• Rooibos cranberry tea – caffeine-free alternative with a sweet flavour
• Green tea cranberry – lighter and milder than black tea
• Hibiscus cranberry tea – floral and tart, caffeine-free
• Black tea with blueberry – a similarly fruity profile
• Organic cranberry tea – for those choosing certified ingredients