{"product_id":"assam-ctc","title":"Assam CTC","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"lh-150 mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCTC Assam – Bold, Brisk \u0026amp; Built for Milk\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lh-150 mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lh-150 mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lh-150 mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lh-150 mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lh-150 mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re after a strong, no-nonsense cup of tea that can stand up to milk and sugar, \u003cstrong\u003eCTC Assam\u003c\/strong\u003e is your go-to. Made using the \u003cstrong\u003e“Cut, Tear, Curl”\u003c\/strong\u003e method, this full-bodied black tea delivers a rich, malty flavour with a satisfying bite—just how it’s enjoyed across India.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect for a bold morning brew, chai blends, or anyone who likes their tea with a real kick.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Is CTC Tea?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCTC\u003c\/strong\u003e stands for \u003cstrong\u003eCut, Tear, Curl\u003c\/strong\u003e—a method where tea leaves are crushed and rolled into tiny pellets. This process maximises flavour extraction, making it quicker to brew and extra strong.\u003cbr\u003e\nIt’s the most popular processing method in India, used for classic chai and blends. Expect \u003cstrong\u003eboldness over nuance\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a robust base that loves milk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuper Brisk:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers full flavour fast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilk-Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e Holds up beautifully in strong milk tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Great as-is, or blended into spiced chai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Enjoyed daily across Indian households\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Note on Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur CTC Assam is sourced from the lush lowlands of \u003cstrong\u003eAssam, India\u003c\/strong\u003e, where hot monsoons, rich clay soil, and near sea-level elevations create the ideal environment for growing \u003cstrong\u003eCamellia sinensis var. assamica\u003c\/strong\u003e—the tea plant known for its malty character and bold strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e💡 Top Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse as a base for your own \u003cstrong\u003emasala chai\u003c\/strong\u003e—just add crushed cardamom, ginger, cloves, and a splash of milk for the ultimate pick-me-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lh-150 mt-2 notes-block\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lh-150 mt-2 notes-block\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"lh-150 mt-2 notes-block\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Coffee Bay UK","offers":[{"title":"100g","offer_id":56980272447832,"sku":"TEALEAVES071","price":2.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"200g","offer_id":56980272480600,"sku":"56980272480600","price":4.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/2991\/3944\/files\/Assam-CTC-lifestyle-1.jpg?v=1785684838","url":"https:\/\/coffeebay.co.uk\/products\/assam-ctc","provider":"Coffee Bay","version":"1.0","type":"link"}