Decaf Passage - Hazelnut Chocolate Black Tea

Passage is one of our most beloved tea blends ever. It's held a position in the top 5 teas for over a decade. This nutty chocolate black tea is just a bit addictive, but in the healthiest way. Coffee lovers say Passage makes an amazing coffee replacement. 

Now, Passage fans can enjoy Passage in decaffeinated form.

The inspiration for Passage comes from my scent memories of Paris. Wandering the streets early in the morning, especially on a crisp fall or winter day rewards you with the decadent aroma of boulangeries and pâtisseries preparing for the morning rush. The scent of baking bread, sugar, butter and melted chocolate in the morning, and in the afternoon, chestnuts roasting from street vendors is one of my favorite things about Paris.

The name comes from Passage du Désir, a charming mini street in one of my favorite neighborhoods of Paris. I felt the name was perfect for a seductive pastry-inspired tea. We eventually shortened the name to Passage for simplicity.

I love Decaf Passage plain and with a splash of milk. Brew it extra strong for an excellent latte. Because it has hazelnut brittle pieces, I don't think Decaf Passage needs sugar, but it gets if you add sweetener, it's even more chocolatey. Over ice, Decaf Passage has a delightful decaf mocha vibe.

We retained as much of the original formulation as possible. I've tasted Decaf Passage and Passage back to back and they are nearly identical. There is a small difference in the decaffeinated version: the decaffeinated black tea base is a little more tannic than the original. The tannins smooth with milk or alt milk.

If you monitor your caffeine, please note that this tea is not 100% caffeine free. We use the same CO2 decaffeination process because it is non-toxic and retains the natural flavor of the tea. This decaffeination process removes 96-97%.

I can’t wait to hear what you think of this all day and all night blend.

Warmly,
Gina
Head Blender, August Uncommon

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