Kambaa Estate rests in the Nandi Highlands of Kenya where the climate produces a fragrant and full-bodied tea with hints of currant.

All about Kambaa Estate, Loose Leaf Estate Tea

What it’s like, and how to make it

CaffeineMedium caffeine
TypeEstate
FlavourCurrant, malty
CharacterBold
What’s in itKenyan black tea

Perfect for

  • Waking up
How to brew it
  • 212°F / 100°C
  • Steep 3–5 minutes
  • Use 1 tsp per 8oz
  • Single-origin leaf shows its character best without milk; try it plain first

Beyond the cup

Kenya’s bright, bold estate tea – brisker than Assam, with a lifted malty character. Brew strong with milk for a thick, amber morning cup. Use as a braising liquid for grilled meats – the brightness cuts through richness. Steep into cream for a bright, malty ice cream that’s more vibrant than Assam-based versions.

  • Kambaa Estate loose leaf tea, shown over a chalk-and-watercolour illustration
  • Illustration: Kambaa Estate with the green highlands of Kiambu County in Kenya
  • Illustration of Kambaa Estate in The Tea & Spice Shoppe pouch, with the green highlands of Kiambu County in Kenya
  • Kambaa Estate - The Tea & Spice Shoppe
  • Kambaa Estate - The Tea & Spice Shoppe

What’s in it

Every herb in the blend, and where to read about it on its own.

  • Tea · Contains caffeine

    Kenyan Black Tea

    Camellia sinensis var. assamica

    The tea inside most British and Irish breakfast mugs, and the one nobody names. Kenya is the world's largest producer and exporter of black tea, growing it on over 157,000 hectares of green highland, and Kenyan leaf is brisker than Assam with a lifted malty...

    Bright and brisk — brisker than Assam, with a lifted malty character and a thick amber cup with milk

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What it goes with

The bright estate tea. Bold and lifted – cuts through rich food like no other. Pair with our Ginger and Cinnamon for a traditional East African-style tea, or our Garam Masala for curry night.

Reviews

What the time-travelers say

5.0 from 1 review of this one, and 206 of the shop’s 213 are five stars

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Out of Africa

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointe…

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointed! Maybe it was because I watched the movie, but this tea is an experience. There's a wildness to it. An energy! Must be because it grows in that untamed African air =)

— Dallas

Out of Africa

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointe…

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointed! Maybe it was because I watched the movie, but this tea is an experience. There's a wildness to it. An energy! Must be because it grows in that untamed African air =)

— Dallas

Out of Africa

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointe…

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointed! Maybe it was because I watched the movie, but this tea is an experience. There's a wildness to it. An energy! Must be because it grows in that untamed African air =)

— Dallas

Out of Africa

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointe…

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointed! Maybe it was because I watched the movie, but this tea is an experience. There's a wildness to it. An energy! Must be because it grows in that untamed African air =)

— Dallas

Out of Africa

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointe…

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointed! Maybe it was because I watched the movie, but this tea is an experience. There's a wildness to it. An energy! Must be because it grows in that untamed African air =)

— Dallas

Out of Africa

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointe…

I ordered this tea after watching Out of Africa. I had to enjoy some African black tea the way Meryl did and I was not disappointed! Maybe it was because I watched the movie, but this tea is an experience. There's a wildness to it. An energy! Must be because it grows in that untamed African air =)

— Dallas

Great products and great service

I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great…

I had a slight mix up on my order, they were quick to reply and correct my order with no issues. Amazing service and great products.

— Nick C. Verified

Great tea

A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very…

A lovely, delicate tea. The peach is strong without being overwhelming or cloying, and the calendula is a nice addition. Very tasty!

— Zoe R. Verified

Maple Peach

The maple peach is delicious. What a beautiful combination. I will most definitely order it again, and a higher quantity of it.

— Gerda S. Verified

Always handy

I use dillweed often. This dill is fresh and has a nice aroma. I use it in marinades, salad dressings, and on fish. Good stuff.

— Jennifer D. Verified

Great stuff

This has helped my household a lot with circulation and alertness when we had it everyday. Will be ordering again soon. Thanks

— Dave G. Verified

Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product.…

Love this tea. Hands down my fav rooibos. This store is our one-stop-shop for tea and spice. Great service, top notch product. 10/10!!

— Erin Poeta P. Verified

Delicious

I love this black tea, it has a really nice smooth flavour and love how it’s Swiss water method decaf. Will be buying again!

— Jessica A. Verified

Great flavorful tea

Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite…

Toffee Ole is one of our favorite teas to share with friends in the evening, when we want something non-caffeinated but quite flavorful.

— Joel R. Verified

Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a…

Another full bodied ‘real tea’ . ie It is not a flavoured tea. However, we do very much enjoy the Cafe Latte tea which is a flavoured tea!!!

— Ted H. Verified

teas

love , love, love and they shipping is very fast. the headache tea works great, the throat coat tea works great as well

— Miranda A. Verified

4 stars

It worked beautifully; perhaps if I add a little more honey, it would make it better… It is a wellness tea, after all!

— Merrilee B. Verified

Bancha with a splash of lemon

A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an…

A wonderful Green Tea. Smooth in taste. Also suitable as a summer tea with a splash of lemon. A second infusion makes an enjoyable second cup!

— Monika F. Verified

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