Diabolique - Almond Brittle Black Tea August Uncommon Tea

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Diabolique - Almond Brittle Black Tea

Name: Diabolique - Almond Brittle Black Tea
Brand: August Uncommon Tea
SKU: 1073B50
Price: 14.09 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.2 (151 reviews)

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Tastes Like: roasted almonds, burnt toffee
Feels Like: film noir

Fasten your seatbelts. This powerful black tea makes for a intense morning. It’s a strong, tannic black tea with roasted almond flavor and sweet brittle. Notes of caramel and almond balance the blend of Assam and smoked lapsang souchong black teas. This unique blend is reminiscent of Italian croccante almond brittle. Each sip has a lingering burnt toffee flavor. Adding milk increases the malty sweetness and mellows the smoke to create a dangerously delicious cup.

Vegan
Nut Free
Non Gmo

Ingredients
south indian black tea, german barley malt, caramel pieces, rock sugar, lapsang souchong smoked black tea, flavors of honey, almond, popcorn, and caramel
contains gluten from malted barley

📝 Blender's Notes

I love the intensely roasted flavor of almond brittle. I’ve created a brooding almond black tea that is tannic, malty and nutty. Diabolique is my ode to almond brittle - that slightly burnt caramel almond confection.

The uncommon twist in this almond tea is the roasty, slightly burnt brittle flavor. It is not a creamy, super sweet dessert tea. For some, the almond may be too subtle. Diabolique balances bitter, malt and smokiness with subtle sweetness. Its mysterious, gritty side is contrasted with the decadent sweetness of piping-hot almond brittle. The first sips are strong, malty and super tannic. This blend has the mystery, seduction, and danger of the 1955 French film noir Les Diaboliques that inspired its name.

Diabolique’s brittle flavor has caramel pieces and rock sugar bits. Not to worry, it has less than 0.5g of sugar per serving when brewed as instructed. All August blends have the same, or less sugar per serving. Because this tea has almond flavoring rather than nut pieces, this tea can be enjoyed safely by people with tree nut allergies. I prefer it with milk to soften the sharp tannins. Adding sugar or honey will make it even smoother and almondy. It’s a full-flavored tea blend that is wonderful iced.

Diabolique is perfect for English Breakfast lovers.

— Gina Zupsich, Head Blender
August Uncommon

🍃 Dietary Needs

Vegan

✨ 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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Check out our in-depth guide here.

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⚖️ Net Weights

4 cup deluxe sample: 14g / .5oz
15 cup bag: 50g / 1.8oz
28 cup tin: 100g / 3.5oz
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.
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4.2

Rated 4.2 out of 5 stars

Based on 151 reviews

Total 5 star reviews: 69 Total 4 star reviews: 55 Total 3 star reviews: 19 Total 2 star reviews: 6 Total 1 star reviews: 2

82%would recommend this product

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Reviews Summary

Customers say this black tea offers a smooth, malty experience with subtle almond and toffee notes. Many reviews mention the exceptional aroma when opening the bag, though some find the flavor doesn't fully match the sweet scent. Common feedback includes appreciation for its balanced smokiness and caramel undertones. While some customers note the almond flavor is more delicate than expected, most praise the tea's richness and complexity. Reviews are mixed on brewing preferences, with many recommending shorter steep times and adding milk to enhance smoothness. Frequent comments address its similarity to other popular blends and its versatility as both a morning and dessert tea.

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Adam K.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
3 hours ago
You need this tea
Opening this bag is a heavenly way to start the day and don’t get me started on good it smells while it steeps. The flavor is sweet and delicate. I’ll be reordering this one!
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Wendi-Starr B.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Yesterday
Great flavor!
I really enjoyed this blend- it will join Passage as one of my favorites!
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Cindy T.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 week ago
Nice bite
I love a good strong flavored tea and this fits the bill. I alternate this with painted desert.
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Lucy H.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
1 week ago
Almond Brittle Black tea
A go to tea for a rich not too sweet bold flavor!
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Loren G.
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I recommend this product
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
3 weeks ago
Interesting
Interesting smoky flavor with a hint of sweetness. Not something I would drink everyday, but definitely an indulgence.
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