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Black Metallic - Violet Elderberry Black Tea

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Black Metallic - Violet Elderberry Black Tea - 15 cup bag

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Tastes Like: candied violet, elderberry, blackberry, incense
Feels Like: stargazing on an empty beach

The aroma of darkly seductive violet flowers fills the air. In the first sip purple flowers meet dark elderberry and ripe blackberry. This is a magical black, oolong, and smoked tea blend with rich floral and black berry notes. Berry flavors are deepened by slatey tannins. A faint smokiness lingers in the finish, reminiscent of far-off incense and candle smoke from the smoked lapsang souchong tea. A touch of milk softens the tannins and brightens the berry and floral flavors. An elegant tea for afternoon or with a special dessert. A tea for lovers of violet, dark berries, and incense.

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  • Gluten Free
  • Vegan
  • Sugar Free
  • Non GMO

Ingredients
yunnan black tea, formosa finest oolong tea, taiwanese lapsang souchong black tea, blue mallow flowers, flavors of violet and rose

🍃 Dietary Needs
  • Vegan
  • Sugar Free
  • Gluten Free
✨ Quality Tested

All our teas are double tested for pesticide residues, heavy metals, and foreign objects.

Because they’re blended in Germany, all August teas must pass stringent EU pesticide standards, which allow much less pesticide residue than the US FDA.

Whether they are organic, all natural or conventional, all our teas are safe, top quality, and delicious! 

⚡️ Caffeine Content

This tea is High Caffeine

  • High Caffeine = 40-60mg per 10oz serving
  • Moderate Caffeine = 20-40mg per 10oz serving
  • Caffeine Free = 0mg per 10oz serving
🔥 Brewing Directions

Hot Brewing 10 oz

Heat 212°f/100°c water
Add 3.5g tea, about 2 teaspoons
Pour 10oz/300ml hot water
Infuse 4-5 mins. Longer is stronger.
Repeat Reinfuse 1-2 times

Iced Brewing 10 oz

Heat 212°f/100°c water
Add 3.5g tea, about 2 teaspoons
Pour ~3oz hot water to barely cover tea leaves
Infuse 4-5 mins. Longer is stronger.
Dilute with 7oz cold water
Serve Over ice

Pro tip: If you want more concentrated flavor, try doubling the tea leaves in this recipe.

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⚖️ Net Weights

4 cup deluxe sample: 14g / .5oz
15 cup bag: 50g / 1.8oz
23 cup tin: 80g / 2.8oz
70 cup bag: 250g / 8.8oz

⭐️ The August Difference
  • We make no compromises when we bring our blends to life.
    Our tea costs more because we use super premium whole ingredients like vanilla pieces, cardamom, real fruits and whole spices. It’s quality you can see and taste. All our blends are original and exclusively available from August.
  • The freshest tea
    Tea is made of plants, so freshness matters. Our teas are produced in small batches, packed in airtight packaging and shipped directly to you at peak freshness.
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Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
Based on 478 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 403 Total 4 star reviews: 37 Total 3 star reviews: 18 Total 2 star reviews: 13 Total 1 star reviews: 7
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Reviews Summary
Customers say this black tea blend offers a complex, sophisticated flavor profile combining violet, elderberry, and floral notes with a robust black tea base. Many reviews mention the exceptional aroma, describing it as fragrant and beautiful both dry and when brewing. Users appreciate the balanced taste that's not overly sweet or bitter, with some noting subtle smoky undertones. The tea works well both hot and iced, with many enjoying it as an afternoon pick-me-up or morning ritual. While most praise its unique, wine-like complexity, a few find the floral notes too strong or soapy for their taste. Common feedback includes its versatility with additions like honey, milk, or sugar, and its popularity as a gift.
Customers Talked About
478 reviews
  • JB Profile picture for Jaclyn B.
    Jaclyn B.
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    Black Metallic - Violet Elderberry Black Tea
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    5 hours ago
    Surprisingly Tasty

    I was very surprised at how good the flavor of Black Metallic is. It has a rich, but fruity flavor that really works well together.

  • LM
    Leanne M.
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    Black Metallic - Violet Elderberry Black Tea
    I do not recommend this product
    Rated 2 out of 5 stars
    3 days ago
    Okay

    Too floral for me

    AU Profile picture for August Uncommon Tea
    August Uncommon Tea
    2 days ago

    Thank you for your honest review, Leanne M. We're sorry to hear you didn't love Black Metallic. Our Customer Support Team will contact you shortly.

  • JK
    Jacqueline K.
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    Black Metallic - Violet Elderberry Black Tea
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Love this tea!

    Every week my son comes to visit me and we have tea. For the last few months we have been exploring different selections of August teas and ordering samples to see which ones we like. We have ordered the Black Metallic twice now. I usually stick with decaffeinated teas, but could not resist this one. The smell alone is intoxicating and the taste is fantastic. We will be buying more of this one for sure.

  • TB
    Tiffany B.
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    Black Metallic - Violet Elderberry Black Tea
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    My New Obsession

    I reach for this flavor again & again out of my samples. I’ll definitely be ordering a large bag!

  • TS
    Trudy S.
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    Black Metallic - Violet Elderberry Black Tea
    I recommend this product
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    Unique flavor

    It was different than what I was used to.

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