black tea
noun
a tea that has been allowed to wither and ferment under controlled conditions before being subjected to a heating process that stops fermentation and turns the leaves black.
black teas
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pluralof black tea.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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They’re still used today to make green, oolong and black teas.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 19, 2023
My favorite black teas have smoky, honey undertones with some subtle, slightly bitter citrus notes.
From Salon ● Jun. 2, 2022
This is one of my favorites to use when creating new cocktails because it plays just as well with heavier flavors like red berries and black teas as it does tropical fruits and tart citrus.
From Salon ● May 3, 2022
Studies suggest that this is in part due to L-theanine, a compound found in tea — particularly green and black teas — that seems to promote relaxation.
From Washington Post
Give differences in the preparation and composition of green and black teas.
From Human Foods and Their Nutritive Value by Harry Snyder
