This may be an unpopular opinion- I prefer to brew most teas at 174°F for around 17-30 seconds per steep, 6 grams in a 1 ½ cup tep pot. This produces a smooth gentle taste that doesnt have a burnt/ chemical/ bitter taste. It doesnt require any additives like milk or sugar. You can taste so much more when the tea isn't over steeped!

Taylor 5/5 December 31, 2025

Ceylon Burning Sun | Black Tea

I just don't click with this one. Brews up astringent and bitter. Really requires milk. I prefer a more versatile breakfast tea.

Paul 3/5 August 28, 2025

Ceylon Burning Sun | Black Tea

My new favorite morning tea! It is strong and hearty, but not at all bitter. Tastes great with milk and sugar.

Meg S. 5/5 Verified March 18, 2024

Ceylon Burning Sun | Black Tea

This is one of my go to favorites. It is stout and brisk. Not fruit forward or dull. Holds up well with cream. It also allows for a second brew if you do it before it becomes grassy. Three minutes is definitely the best brew time.

D 5/5 Verified December 30, 2022

Ceylon Burning Sun | Black Tea

This is hands down the best breakfast blend sold at Tea Source. This tea is exquisite. I come from an English/Irish family and we like a strong brew and this tea delivers. It also works really well with hard water, which I have now that I moved to Madison, WI. This tea is one I need on hand.

Brady 5/5 Verified March 31, 2022

Ceylon Burning Sun | Black Tea

I didn't prepare this tea strong enough the first time based on the description and reviews. It was just blah. So I added more tea and increased steeping time to about 4 mins. It was too strong to drink straight, but once I added milk it was perfect! Normally, I prefer a tea that doesn't need milk. This one was made for milk! A nice, rich breakfast cup.

Andrea S. 5/5 Verified June 3, 2020

Ceylon Burning Sun | Black Tea

I like a full bodied, strong flavor tea. When I drink it I like my tea to look like dark roast black coffee. I do not follow instructions as I steep much longer than suggested. In fact I keep the mesh infuser in the cup until the tea is gone. That is the way I like it. And I like this tea.

David L. 5/5 Verified March 24, 2020

Ceylon Burning Sun | Black Tea

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撒地方大师傅 4/5 Verified May 29, 2018

Ceylon Burning Sun | Black Tea

This is a strong, full bodied tea, but excellent! I shortened the brewing time to just a little over 2 minutes and it was perfect (for me at least!)

Maryb 5/5 Verified January 31, 2018

Ceylon Burning Sun | Black Tea