Caykur Rize black tea

Caykur Rize tea is a true taste of Turkey. Made from the finest tea leaves collected in the ecologically clean Rize region on the Black Sea coast, this tea has a deep, rich flavor, velvety tartness, and a pleasant aftertaste, making it a favorite drink of millions of connoisseurs in Turkey and abroad.

The taste is thick, tart, with a light malty note. The aroma is rich, classic black. The infusion is dark ruby, transparent, and persistent.

Turkish Tea: History and Tradition

Although Turkey is not the birthplace of tea, it has become one of the largest producers and consumers in the world. The Rize region, with its humid climate and mountainous terrain, is ideal for growing tea. Founded in 1983, Caykur has become a symbol of quality Turkish tea, with Rize being its most famous variety.

Why choose Caykur Rize?

• Real Turkish tea - 100% natural without additives
• Rich taste and aroma, suitable for both tea drinking on its own and with sugar
• Perfectly brewed in a Turkish samovar (teapot)
• Popular worldwide — especially in Europe and the Middle East

How to brew Caykur Rize

1. Turkish method: 2–3 tsp. tea in a teapot, pour water 90–95°C, let steep for 10–15 minutes
2. Classic method: 1 tsp per 250 ml of water, let steep for 4–5 minutes
3. Can be served with lemon or sugar, like in traditional Turkish cafes

Characteristics

• Type: Black loose leaf tea
• Origin: Turkey, Rize region
• Taste: Deep, slightly tart, balanced
• Aroma: Rich black tea
• Infusion color: Dark ruby
• Caffeine: Medium
• Brand: Caykur