Harney & Sons Black Currant Loose Leaf Black Tea, 16 oz — Full-Bodied, Fruit-Forward Brew

Harney & Sons Black Currant is a full-bodied loose leaf black tea flavored with bright black currant for a rich, fruit-forward cup served hot or iced.

This 16 oz bag brings John Harney’s first flavored blend to your pantry: a robust black tea base layered with concentrated black currant character that reads like ripe berries and jammy fruit. The blend is Kosher and caffeinated, designed to perform well as a straight hot brew or as a stronger infusion for refreshing iced tea. Packaged for home use, it provides enough leaf to brew many servings and is crafted with Harney & Sons’ signature attention to balance and flavor clarity.

What does this tea taste like and how intense is the fruit?

The cup offers a bold black-tea backbone with pronounced black currant notes that come through as tangy-sweet and slightly jammy rather than floral. The fruit flavor is forward but not artificial, complementing the malt and briskness of the black tea.

• Flavor profile: ripe black currant, berry jam, subtle citrus lift
• Body: full and brisk, suitable for milk or plain
• Sweetness: naturally fruity; adjust with sugar or honey if desired

How should I brew it for the best cup, hot and iced?

For a clean hot cup, steep 1 teaspoon (about 2.5–3 g) per 8 oz water at 205°F for 3–4 minutes. For iced tea, brew with double the leaf or concentrate, cool, then pour over ice to retain the fruit intensity.

• Hot: 1 tsp per 8 oz, 205°F, 3–4 minutes
• Iced: 2x leaf or cold-brew 8–12 hours for smoother sweetness
• Serving tip: strain well to avoid over-extraction and bitterness

How much tea does the 16 oz bag make and how should it be stored?

One pound (16 oz) of loose leaf will brew many servings — roughly 150–200 cups depending on how strong you like your tea. Keep the tea in a cool, dry, airtight container away from light and strong odors to preserve freshness and fruit aromatics.

• Yield: approximately 150–200 standard cups at 1 tsp per cup
• Storage: airtight tin or glass jar, away from heat and sunlight
• Shelf life: best within 12–18 months for peak flavor

What are the blend details and ethical notes?

This is a black tea flavored with black currant aroma and is naturally caffeinated. Harney & Sons supports environmental efforts through 1% for the Planet, donating a portion of sales to nonprofits focused on restoration and protection.

• Type: flavored loose leaf black tea
• Size: 16 oz (1 lb) resealable bag
• Certifications/notes: Kosher; contains caffeine; 1% for the Planet donor

Who is this for? If you enjoy bold black teas with a fruit-forward profile, this Harney & Sons Black Currant loose leaf is ideal. It suits home brewers who like versatile teas that work hot or iced, restaurants and cafés seeking a reliable flavored black tea, and anyone wanting a one-pound bag for frequent brewing. It’s especially good for drinkers who prefer pronounced, natural-tasting fruit notes layered over a traditional black tea structure.

Ingredients

Black tea, currants, black currant flavor. Contains natural flavors.