Harney & Sons Irish Breakfast Loose Leaf Black Tea Tin, 4 oz — 100% Assam, Bold Malty Cup

Harney & Sons Irish Breakfast is a 4 oz tin of 100% Assam loose leaf black tea that delivers a bold, full-bodied cup perfect with or without milk and sugar.

This traditional Irish Breakfast blend is composed entirely of Assam leaves, chosen for their high energy and malty depth. Packaged in a decorative 4 oz tin, the tea yields roughly 30–40 cups depending on how strong you like your brew. It steeps well hot or cold, making it a versatile pantry staple for morning routines, afternoon boosts, or iced tea on warm days.

What flavor profile can I expect from this Assam-based Irish Breakfast?

Expect a rich, malty backbone with brisk tannins and a bold aroma that stands up to milk and sweeteners. The robust character makes it a satisfying single-origin breakfast tea rather than a multi-origin blend.

• 100% Assam leaves: strong, malty notes
• Full-bodied mouthfeel ideal for milk and sugar
• Clear, dark steep that supports multiple steeping methods

How should I brew Harney & Sons Irish Breakfast for hot or iced tea?

For hot tea, use freshly boiled water and steep for 3–5 minutes to reach a bold cup; adjust time to taste. For iced tea, brew a stronger infusion (longer steep or more leaf) so the flavors stay pronounced when chilled and diluted with ice.

• Hot: 1 tsp (or 2 g) per 6–8 oz, 212°F, 3–5 minutes
• Iced: 1.5× leaves or 5–8 minute steep, then cool over ice
• Pairs well with milk, half-and-half, or a touch of sugar

How many cups will a 4 oz tin make and how should I store it?

A 4 oz tin yields approximately 30–40 standard cups depending on how much leaf you use per brew. Keep the tea sealed in its tin or an airtight container away from light, heat and strong odors to preserve freshness and aromatics.

• Approx. yield: 30–40 cups at average strength
• Store in a cool, dry place in the original tin or airtight jar
• Use within several months of opening for best flavor

Why choose Harney & Sons for a breakfast tea?

Harney & Sons has been sourcing and blending teas since 1983 with a family-owned approach and a focus on quality ingredients. Their Irish Breakfast tin offers a straightforward, single-origin Assam that showcases the house standard for robust, dependable black tea.

• Family-owned tea company since 1983
• Single-origin Assam for consistent boldness
• Part of 1% for the Planet — portion of sales supports environmental nonprofits

Who is this for? This Harney & Sons Irish Breakfast tin is for tea drinkers who want a reliably strong, malty black tea that performs well with milk or as a brisk plain cup. It suits early risers seeking a bold morning brew, hosts who serve classic black tea, and anyone who enjoys brewing versatile loose leaf tea both hot and iced. If you prefer delicate floral teas, this might be too assertive; if you enjoy a full-bodied, high-caffeine black tea, this tin is a practical and flavorful choice for daily use.

• Key features:
• 4 oz decorative loose leaf tin
• 100% Assam black tea
• Approximately 30–40 cups
• Caffeinated; great with milk and sugar
• Harney & Sons supports environmental charities through 1% for the Planet

Ingredients

Black Tea