Hills of Tuscany - Black Tea 100 g - Café du Jour Loose Tea

What is Hills of Tuscany tea?

Hills of Tuscany tea is a black loose tea inspired by the rolling hills of Tuscany. The blend delivers a full-bodied flavour and a warm aroma that evokes the Italian countryside. Café du Jour offers this tea in a convenient 100 g pack.

The base of Hills of Tuscany is made from carefully selected black tea leaves. The flavour profile is robust yet gentle, with a touch of sweetness and a lingering aroma. This makes the tea suitable for everyday enjoyment as well as special moments.

Origin of the tea leaves

The leaves are chosen for quality and flavour. The Tuscan inspiration is reflected in a blend that radiates warmth and character. The result is a tea with a distinctive profile within the premium black tea category.

Tasting notes and aroma

Hills of Tuscany has a full, rounded taste with soft tannins. The aroma is warm and mildly spiced, finishing with a subtle sweetness. The tea is pleasant both plain and with a splash of milk or a slice of lemon.

Who is it for?

Hills of Tuscany is ideal for anyone who enjoys a cup of characterful black tea every day. It also makes an attractive gift for tea lovers. The 100 g loose tea packaging is neat and practical.

• Tea lovers who prefer brewing loose black tea
• People looking for a tea gift with presence
• Consumers who buy premium tea online
• Home users who drink tea daily
• Those discovering loose leaf tea as an alternative to tea bags

The tea suits both daily use and special occasions. Loose leaves release more flavour in each cup than standard tea bags.

How to prepare Hills of Tuscany tea

Brewing Hills of Tuscany is easy with a teapot or infuser. For the purest result use fresh, filtered water. Temperature and steeping time make the difference to the final flavour.

Step-by-step brewing

1. Heat water to about 95 °C, do not bring fully to the boil for the finest flavour.
2. Use about 2 to 3 g of loose tea per 200 ml of water.
3. Place the tea in an infuser or teapot.
4. Steep for 3 to 4 minutes.
5. Remove the leaves in time to avoid bitterness.
6. Pour and enjoy plain, with milk or with lemon.

Tips for a better tea experience

Experiment with steeping time to adjust strength to your taste. A shorter brew gives a lighter cup, a longer brew a stronger flavour. Store loose tea in an airtight container in a cool, dark place to preserve the aroma.

Features & specifications

Hills of Tuscany tea from Café du Jour has several clear features that set it apart. Below are the main specifications at a glance.

• Type: black tea, loose leaves
• Content: 100 g
• Flavour: full, warm and lightly spiced with soft tannins
• Aroma: warm, Tuscan-inspired
• Brewing temperature: around 95 °C
• Steeping time: 3 to 4 minutes
• Number of cups: about 40 to 50 cups per 100 g
• Suitable for: teapot, tea infuser or tea filter
• Storage: dry, cool and dark in a sealed container

From 100 g of Hills of Tuscany you can brew on average 40 to 50 cups. This makes the tea both flavourful and economical. Loose leaves give you more control over strength than prepacked tea bags.

Alternatives & pairings

If you enjoy Hills of Tuscany, explore more premium black teas in the Café du Jour range. There are also handy accessories to make brewing even more enjoyable.

Other black teas from Café du Jour

• Other premium black tea varieties from the Café du Jour collection
• Flavoured black teas with fruit or floral notes
• Classic black teas such as Assam or Darjeeling

Useful tea accessories

Pair Hills of Tuscany with a quality tea infuser or teapot for the best results. A tea filter or measuring scoop helps with accurate dosing. This way you get maximum flavour from every gram of loose tea.

• Tea infuser for loose tea
• Teapot with built-in filter
• Disposable paper tea filters
• Measuring scoop for the right amount of loose tea
• Airtight tea canister for optimal freshness