Boston Harbor Tea Works

Blackwater Infusion

Rich and shadowy with a subtle edge, Blackwater Infusion is a smooth oolong with just enough bite to keep you guessing. A nod to covert moves and quiet resistance, it’s a brew for those who work in whispers, not war cries.

Primary Characteristics

Variety:

Oolong

Dry Aroma:

Subtle toasty notes

Notes:

Smooth and slightly sweet; toasty with a touch of dryness.

Infusion:

Rich amber

Serve Style:

Hot

This tea meets Vegetarian, Vegan, and Kosher guidelines.

A Full Description, Signature Characteristics, Preparation & Serving, Specifications & Analysis, Nutrition Declaration, and Allergen Declaration can be found below.

Weight Sample ~0.75oz Small ~2.25oz Medium ~4.5oz Large ~9oz Bulk ~17oz

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Full Description

Blackwater Infusion finds inspiration from the covert couriers, the silent thinkers, the invisible hands molding revolutions, the strategists in the shadows. Originating in Taoyuan County, Taiwan, this Formosa oolong has a rich, toasty flavor with gentle sweetness and a dash of dry finish. Rewarding those who remain in its depths, it's a complicated tea that does not scream for attention.

Blackwater Infusion's power stems from subtlety, much like the underground movements of America's first colonists. Blackwater Infusion makes a memorable impact sip after sip, not with sound but with subtlety. This tea invites you to steep in the strength of quiet rebellion whether you are planning your next move or just accepting the peace before the tempest.

Signature Characteristics

Discover the full story behind your brew. From origin and ingredients to antioxidant and caffeine levels, explore the details that make each cup uniquely crafted for your taste and values.

Grade(s):

Choice Fine #1

Antioxidant Level:

High

Caffeine Level:

Low

Crafting:

Semi fermented, Traditional process, Small batch crafted

Origin(s):

Taiwan

Ingredients:

Oolong tea

Dry Appearance:

Dried tea leaves, Predominantly green and black/brown

Preparation & Serving

This document provides some quick basics as well as detailed brewing and preparation guidelines, including recommended measurements, steeping times for different strengths, and serving sizes.

Basics

Ideal Brewing Temperature: 185ºF

Recommended Brew Time: 3-5 min

Accompaniments

Milk: OK

Sugar: OK

Honey: OK

Lemon: NO

Mint: NO

Detailed Brewing

Vessel Size

Amount

Mild

Medium

Strong

Vessel Size

8oz (237ml)

Amount

1 Heaping scoop of "Patriot's Tea Spoon"

Mild

2-3 min

Medium

4-5 min

Strong

6-7 min

Vessel Size

10oz (296ml)

Amount

1 Heaping scoop of "Patriot's Tea Spoon"

Mild

2-3 min

Medium

4-5 min

Strong

6-7 min

Vessel Size

12oz (355ml)

Amount

1.5 Heaping scoops of "Patriot's Tea Spoon"

Mild

2-3 min

Medium

4-5 min

Strong

6-7 min

Vessel Size

18oz (532ml)

Amount

2 Heaping scoops of "Patriot's Tea Spoon"

Mild

2-3 min

Medium

4-5 min

Strong

6-7 min

Vessel Size

36oz (1064ml)

Amount

1 Heaping scoop of "Patriot's Scoop"

Mild

2-3 min

Medium

4-5 min

Strong

6-7 min

Vessel Size

48oz (1419ml)

Amount

2 Heaping scoops of "Patriot's Scoop"

Mild

2-3 min

Medium

4-5 min

Strong

6-7 min

Antioxidant Benefit: Whether you choose tea (or freedom) for its antioxidant benefits, consider using more tea leaves and brewing your favorites longer to maximize its natural power. Remember, good things take time—and a little extra steeping is worth the reward.

Food Safety Advisory: We’ve gone to great lengths to ensure you’re getting the cleanest, best-tasting, and most carefully sourced teas available. But even the finest tea deserves quality water. For both flavor and safety, we strongly recommend using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, brought to a rolling boil, when brewing any tea. Today’s water quality isn’t always something you can trust (Flint, Michigan cough cough). Don’t risk it—boil any water that seems questionable. Doing so will eliminate harmful elements like bacteria, parasites, and viruses, reducing the chance of water-borne illnesses. After all, clean water means a cleaner revolution in every cup.

Oh, and last but not least...

"Conquer the art of preparation, and each cup becomes a revolution—bold, deliberate, and steeped in defiance."

— Some rebellious old tea lover, probably...

Specifications & Analysis

This document provides detailed insights into the quality and safety of our teas. Containing microbiological standards and food safety compliance, this section ensures complete transparency and trust in every cup you brew."

Method of Manufacture

Raw material is received, tested, and tasted against the standard in accordance to FSSC 2200, FSMA, and SFCR food safety protocols. A retention sample is drawn and kept for fifteen years. The raw material is vacuum packed before storage. When ready to blend, the vacuum packed materials are emptied into a stainless steel blender, mixed with organic compliant flavors if applicable, and sampled for an organoleptic test and further analysis. Vacuum packed before distribution.

Food Safety Prosedures & Audits

This product meets or exceeds international food safety compliance standards, including microbiological activity, heavy metals, and pesticide MRLs for the European Union, Japan, Canada, USA, and other major tea-importing countries. It adheres to rigorous standards with regular audits for certifications such as FSSC 2200, Kosher, Vegan, Organic, and food safety protocols established by leading regulatory bodies.

Classification:

Foodstuff of common consumption

Fumigation:

This product has not been fumigated.

Storage Conditions:

Store in a cool, dry, dark place between 59ºF & 86ºF.

Radiation:

This product and its raw materials have not been treated with ultraviolet or ionized rays. The tea is not irradiated in any form.

Quality Requirements:

Foreign Matters: Max. 2% other plants and non plant material. Free from living insects and from visible mold growth. Absent of hazardous foreign matters.

Assessment/Assurance:

All ingredients are traditionally used in tea, fruit or herbal blends, and/or food.

GMO Declaration:

According to our knowledge and the statements of our suppliers we can confirm that the product does not contain GMOs

Compliance Declaration:

The product conforms to the legal requirements of the USFDA (USA), CFIA (Canada), and EFSA (EU).

Microbiological Parameters

Measurements based on the number of viable microorganisms, expressed as colony-forming units per gram (cfu/g).

Type

Method

Count

Type

Aerobic Microbial Count

Method

MFHPB-18

Count

< 1e7

Type

Mold

Method

MFHPB-22

Count

< 1e5

Type

Yeast

Method

MFHPB-22

Count

< 1e5

Type

E. Coli

Method

MFHPB-34

Count

< 10

Type

Salmonella

Method

MFHPB-20

Count

Water Activity Measurement

Water activity predicts safety and stability with respect to microbial growth, chemical and biochemical reaction rates, and physical properties. The product should have a water activity measurement of < 0.60aw for there to be no microbial proliferation.

Boston Harbor Tea Works ensures that all our tea products are crafted to meet high standards of quality and safety for human consumption when properly prepared.

Nutrition Declaration

This document provides the essential nutritional details, breaking down the facts that power every rebellious cup.

Calories 0.0
	Amount	% Daily Value*
Fat 0.0g		0.0%
	Saturated 0.0g	0.0%
	Trans 0.0g
Cholesterol 0.0mg		0.0%
Sodium 0.0mg		0.0%
Carbohydrates 0.0g		0.0%
	Dietary Fiber 0.0g	0.0%
	Sugars 0g	0%
Protein 0.0g		0.0%
Vitamin A 0.0mcg RAE		0.0%
Vitamin C 0.0mg		0.0%
Calcium 0.0mg		0.0%
Iron 0.0mg		0.0%
Postassium 21.3mg		0.5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

Allergen Declaration

We take allergens and food safety seriously. This document provides a clear declaration of potential allergens present in our teas, ensuring transparency and confidence in every cup you brew.