New Zealand Waikato Black

Name: New Zealand Waikato Black
Brand: Rare Tea Company
SKU: SKU-219719-1785030655833-ck1hfmcm1
Price: 18.98 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)

$18.98 ~~$26~~ In stock

Category: Rare Tea Company

Every now and then, somebody comes to our Tasting Room with something quite remarkable. The Waikato Black Loose Leaf Tea was one of those memorable occasions. We had to add it to our collection and share it with you.

A first for us from New Zealand; showcasing an innovative new tea terroir and mastery.

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 11 reviews)

Grace ★★★★★ Aug 13, 2026

I’ve brewed a lot of black teas, but this one’s got a depth that caught me off guard—rich and smooth without any bitterness. The leaves are beautifully broken, steeping into a dark, malty cup that holds up even after a few minutes. It’s become my go-to afternoon pick-me-up.

Carter ★★★★★ Aug 12, 2026

The tasting room story got me curious, and I’m glad I took the gamble—this loose leaf brews up a deep, smooth cup that doesn’t turn bitter even after a few minutes. It’s become my go-to afternoon ritual since the bag arrived.

James ★★★★★ Aug 11, 2026

I’ve been chasing a black tea that doesn’t turn bitter after two minutes, and this one held its smoothness through three steeps. The leaves are so dark and dense that a little goes a long way, which makes the bag last longer than I expected.