Color
Black, Brownish Black, Dark Brown
Black, Dark Brown
Types
Tanyang Gongfu, Zhenghe Gongfu, Zhengshan xiaozhong, Earl Grey Tea
NA
Milk Content
Not required
Half a cup
Taste
Bitter, Bittersweet, Sweet
Bitter, Intense espresso
Serving Style
Hot
Cold, Hot, Iced
Additives
Hot water, Lemon, Sugar
Milk, No Additives, Sugar, Water
Preparation Time
Not Available
Cooking Time
Not Available
Physical Benefits
Beneficial for kidneys, lungs and heart, Improves digestion, Increases immunity, Protects bones, Strengthens bones
Beneficial for kidneys, lungs and heart
Mental Health Benefits
Fights depression, Gives calming effect, Increases alertness, Refreshes mind
Mental alertness, Prevents dizziness, Refreshes mind, Strengthens mood
Disease Prevention
Lowers risk of diabetes, Prevents cancer, Prevents Parkinson's disease, Treats artherosclerosis
Not Available
Overall Health Benefits
Detoxifies your body, Oral Health, Useful for weight control
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Hair Care
Not Available
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Skin Care
Not Available
Not Available
Low Risk Side Effects
Dizziness, Headache, Irritability, Ringing in ears, Sleep disorders, Vomiting
Insomnia, Nervousness, Restlessness
High Risk Side Effects
Convulsions, Diarrhea, Heartburn, Irregular heartbeat
Anxiety disorder, Diarrhea, High blood pressure, Irritable bowel syndrome, Stomach pains, Thinning bones (osteoporosis), Unknown
Short (8 floz)
Not Available
Tall (12 floz)
Not Available
Short (236 ml)
Not Available
Tall (354 ml)
Not Available
Caffeine Level
Low
Extreme
Safe Level
300.00 mg
400.00 mg
Harmful Level
500.00 mg
500.00 mg
Effects of Caffeine
Confusion, Hypokalemia, Insomnia, Muscle tremors, Sleeping Crisis
Fast heartbeat, Insomnia, Irritability, Muscle tremors, Nervousness, Restlessness, Sleep difficulties, Stomach upset
With Skimmed Milk
Not Available
Not Available
With Skimmed Milk and Sugar
Not Available
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With Whole Milk
Not Available
Not Available
With Whole Milk and Sugar
Not Available
Not Available
Calories With Additives
Not Available
Brands
Alokozay, Ceylon, Lipton, Rosa Black Tea, Tazo, Tejava, Twinings
Black Eye Coffee, Costa Coffee, Folgers, Starbucks
Originated in
China
Italy
Origin Period
2700 BC
18th Century, Approx 15th Century