All you need to know about CTC tea | Dalmia Gold
CTC tea, also commonly known as black tea, is one of the most widely consumed hot beverages all over the globe. And like most Indians, we are sure your morning is also incomplete without a cup of steaming black tea. What makes CTC tea unique besides its enriching flavor and taste is versatility. Yes, you can either brew CTC leaves into a cup of plain black tea or combine it with milk or spices to suit your taste.
Now, before we delve deeper into the nitty gritty of the CTC saga, let’s first understand what goes into the making of CTC tea.
CTC (crush, tear, curl), as the name suggests, goes through an extensive process, where the black tea leaves are crushed, torn, and curled through a series of cylindrical rollers fitted with sharp teeth.
Because of such a rigorous process, the cells of the leaves are broken down and oxidized, giving the tea a strong flavor and taste. CTC tea falls under the category of inexpensive tea you will spot on every Indian kitchen shelf.
Why CTC tea is cheaper?
As you can see, the entire process of CTC tea making is fully automated and hardly requires any manual input. Whereas processing other forms of tea like orthodox tea, green tea requires skilled craftsmanship, making them expensive. This is the only reason behind the popularity and affordability of CTC tea.
Types of CTC tea
The most common CTC you will find in the Indian market is premium CTC tea and dust tea, the other grades available are
- Broken Orange Pekoe 1
- Broken Orange pekoe
- Golden broken orange pekoe
- Golden flowery broken orange pekoe
- Fanning
- Dust
Does CTC have any health benefits?
A cup of steaming black tea is not only your instant mood lifter but can be beneficial to your health if consumed in the right dose at the right time. CTC blends from premium tea brands like Dalmia Gold are crafted from the finest tea leaves of Assam and Dooars packed with plant compounds and antioxidants. Having a cup of black tea 4-5 times a day and not before sleep can
- Improve the hydration of your cells, warding chronic diseases away.
- Reduce the chances of heart attack by 50% and also prevent other cardiac-related ailments like blood pressure and blood clotting.
- Aid in digestion and soothes stomach cramps.
- Fight cancer cells due to high anti-oxidant levels.
- Promote weight loss by blocking the absorption of fat in the cells.
What is the best time to drink black tea?
You can kickstart your morning with a cup of black tea on the bed or breakfast table to fuel your day. In between work, you can have a few more like 5-6 shots of black tea to stay active and energized. For a change in taste as per your mood, you can brew CTC with your choice of whole spices to enjoy a healthy masala chai mix. For added taste, you can mix it up with milk to enjoy a nicely brewed cup of golden flavorsome tea. We recommend having your dose in moderation to reap maximum benefits and that mind-blowing taste of course.
Where to buy CTC tea?
The market is flooded with various brands of CTC tea with attractive packaging to grab your attention. But we suggest you make an informed decision by selecting only premium brands like Dalmia Gold, to buy the finest quality CTC tea that instantly uplifts your mood with its aromatic flavor and enriching taste.
