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Black Teas from Colombia


From the mountainous region of Colombia, in an area steeped in biodiversity, along the western slope of the Andes, is the Bitaco tea estate. The gentle mist from the mountains, rich soil, and ample rainfall all stimulate the growth of the tea bushes, producing a tea with unique characteristics.

Bitaco Tea owns over 200 acres of tea plants that are cultivated at over 6,000 feet above sea level in the region of Choco. This region enjoys a high rainfall and has exceptional biodiversity. The tea gardens are located next to a thriving, protected rain forest, the Bitaco Regional Forest Reserve, where there is a wide diversity of flora and fauna: 256 bird species, 28 amphibian species, 23 reptile species and 772 species of plants. The garden, located near the Equator, enjoys a consistent climate which results in a bountiful production of tasty, delicate tea-tips that are picked and processed throughout the year.

Bitaco Tea not only cultivates exceptional teas, they also are committed to their community. They created the Agricola Himalaya Foundation to develop and improve programs focusing on education, especially for local children. Activities focus on the improvement of infrastructure, recreational opportunities, local culture and access to technology.


Organic Sweet Colombian Black Tea (Wiry 2) T0998
Organic Sweet Colombian Black Tea (Wiry 2)
The large, black wiry, slightly tippy leaves have a light malty aroma and brew to an amber cup with a smooth taste and delicate fruity notes.
$4.00 - $59.10
Organic Tippy Colombian Black Tea (T2) T1008
Organic Tippy Colombian Black Tea (T2)
This large, tippy leafed black tea brews to an amber cup with a slightly malty taste, low astringency and a smooth subtle sweetness.
$4.60 - $68.90
Organic Leafy Black Colombian Tea T1014
Organic Leafy Black Colombian Tea
These large, twisted leaves, when steeped, yield a cup that is sweet and mellow with a soft fruity character at the end of each sip.
$3.50 - $51.40
Cacao Kisses Colombian Black Tea T1010
Cacao Kisses Colombian Black Tea
This tea is a blend of Bitaco Colombian Black Tea with Cacao husk and nibs. The cacao comes from local cooperatives and small producers from the Tumaco region of Colombia, who produce a varietal of the finest and most aromatic cocoas in the world. The perfectly crafted blend creates a unique flavor experience. The tea imparts a mellow chocolate taste and aroma that pairs well with the black tea base. This tea blend took top prize in the flavored hot tea competition at the Global Tea Championships 2017.
$4.90 - $73.80
Andean Princess Colombian Black Tea Blend T1013
Andean Princess Colombian Black Tea Blend
This Blend balances the naturally acidic flavor characteristics of Colombian fruits with the sweet flavor of Black Tea. Isabella grape is a hybrid distinguished by its high acidity and enhanced level of antioxidants. Andean raspberry is a type of blackberry found in northwest South America that is noted for its high vitamin C content, calcium, and phosphorus. Andean Princess tea brews to an amber cup with a full fruit flavor.
$4.75 - $71.50