Yorkshire Harrogate is a blend of Assam and Yunnan black teas that combine to create a sharp, full-bodied cup.

All about Yorkshire Harrogate, Loose Leaf Black Tea

What it’s like, and how to make it

CaffeineMedium caffeine
TypeBlack
CharacterBold, astringent
What’s in itAssam black tea, Yunnan black tea

Perfect for

  • Waking up
How to brew it
  • 212°F / 100°C
  • Steep 3–5 minutes
  • Use 1 tsp per 8oz
  • Past five minutes it turns bitter
  • Takes milk better than any other leaf

Beyond the cup

Brew strong and pour over leftover rice with salmon and pickles for a quick ochazuke-style lunch. Infuse into cream for a malty panna cotta. The ultimate dunking tea – pair with anything baked.

  • Yorkshire Harrogate loose leaf tea, shown over a chalk-and-watercolour illustration
  • Illustration: Yorkshire Harrogate with Harrogate, the English spa town, in the 1920s
  • Illustration of Yorkshire Harrogate in The Tea & Spice Shoppe pouch, with Harrogate, the English spa town, in the 1920s
  • Yorkshire Harrogate - The Tea & Spice Shoppe
  • Yorkshire Harrogate - 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

    Assam Black Tea

    Camellia sinensis var. assamica

    The maltiest black tea there is, and the reason your breakfast cup tastes the way it does. Assam grows on the floodplain of the Brahmaputra — lowland, at or near sea level, in monsoon rain of 250 to 300 mm a day and daytime heat...

    Malt, biscuit and dark amber; brisk and full-bodied, honey in the tippy grades

    Learn more Sold on its own

  • Tea · Contains caffeine

    Yunnan Black Tea

    Camellia sinensis var. assamica

    Dian Hong — Yunnan red tea, made from big-leaf trees in the province where many botanists place the cradle of tea. It is known by its golden buds, downy and covered in fine hairs, and the best grade is nothing but them. The cup is...

    Malty and sweet with cocoa and a peppery edge; brassy golden-orange, with no astringency

    Learn more

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What it goes with

The comfort classic. Built for fish and chips, meat pies, and cheese on toast. Grab our Classic All-Seasoning or Poultry Seasoning for a proper Sunday roast pairing.

Reviews

What the time-travelers say

5.0 from 2 reviews of this one, and 206 of the shop’s 213 are five stars

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First time Yorkshire Harrogate drinker

I really like this tea. It is not as robust aromatically as the Scottish Breakfast which I love but I still consider this tea a ru…

I really like this tea. It is not as robust aromatically as the Scottish Breakfast which I love but I still consider this tea a runner up and one I like having when I feel like something gentler. It is warming and familiar on the palate. Thank you!

— Stacey B.

Yorkshire Harrogate Tea

We very much liked this tea. Full bodied taste.

— Ted H. Verified

First time Yorkshire Harrogate drinker

I really like this tea. It is not as robust aromatically as the Scottish Breakfast which I love but I still consider this tea a ru…

I really like this tea. It is not as robust aromatically as the Scottish Breakfast which I love but I still consider this tea a runner up and one I like having when I feel like something gentler. It is warming and familiar on the palate. Thank you!

— Stacey B.

Yorkshire Harrogate Tea

We very much liked this tea. Full bodied taste.

— Ted H. Verified

First time Yorkshire Harrogate drinker

I really like this tea. It is not as robust aromatically as the Scottish Breakfast which I love but I still consider this tea a ru…

I really like this tea. It is not as robust aromatically as the Scottish Breakfast which I love but I still consider this tea a runner up and one I like having when I feel like something gentler. It is warming and familiar on the palate. Thank you!

— Stacey B.

Yorkshire Harrogate Tea

We very much liked this tea. Full bodied taste.

— Ted H. Verified

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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