Color
Black, Dark Brown
Black, Brownish Black
Types
NA
Sheng Pu’er (Raw pu-erh Tea) and Shu Pu’er (Ripe pu-erh Tea)
Milk Content
Half a cup
Not required
Taste
Bitter, Intense espresso
Earthy, Mellow, Sweet
Serving Style
Cold, Hot, Iced
Hot
Additives
Milk, No Additives, Sugar, Water
No Additives
Physical Benefits
Beneficial for kidneys, lungs and heart
Aids bowel movements, Improves digestion, Lowers cholesterol
Mental Health Benefits
Mental alertness, Prevents dizziness, Refreshes mind, Strengthens mood
Gives calming effect, Refreshes mind
Disease Prevention
Not Available
Reduces cardiovascular diseases
Overall Health Benefits
Not Available
Functions as a antioxidant, Increases metabolism, Useful for weight control
Hair Care
Not Available
Not Available
Skin Care
Not Available
Not Available
Low Risk Side Effects
Insomnia, Nervousness, Restlessness
Headache, Nervousness, Sleep Problems, Vomiting
High Risk Side Effects
Anxiety disorder, Diarrhea, High blood pressure, Irritable bowel syndrome, Stomach pains, Thinning bones (osteoporosis), Unknown
Diarrhea, Heartburn, Irregular heartbeat, Tremors
Caffeine Level
Extreme
Low
Safe Level
400.00 mg
300.00 mg
Harmful Level
500.00 mg
500.00 mg
Effects of Caffeine
Fast heartbeat, Insomnia, Irritability, Muscle tremors, Nervousness, Restlessness, Sleep difficulties, Stomach upset
Confusion, Hypokalemia, Insomnia, Muscle tremors, Sleeping Crisis
Without Sugar
Not Available
With Sugar
Not Available
Not Available
With Skimmed Milk
Not Available
Not Available
With Skimmed Milk and Sugar
Not Available
Not Available
With Whole Milk
Not Available
Not Available
With Whole Milk and Sugar
Not Available
Not Available
Calories With Additives
Not Available
Not Available
Brands
Black Eye Coffee, Costa Coffee, Folgers, Starbucks
Yunnan
Originated in
Italy
China
Origin Period
18th Century, Approx 15th Century
7th Century
Popularity
Famous
Moderate