Pure Ceylon Black Tea - Berry-Mix Flavored, 20 Bags

Product Specifications

* Percentages are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Brewing Instructions

Hot Tea

1. Place 1 tea bag into your cup or mug.
2. Pour freshly boiled water at 100°C / 212°F directly over the bag.
3. Steep for 3–5 minutes depending on your preferred strength. Longer steeping produces a bolder, more tannic cup.
4. Remove the tea bag and enjoy as-is, or add a splash of milk for a berries-and-cream style cup.
5. Add sugar or honey to taste to complement the berry notes.

Iced Tea

1. Brew 1 tea bag in 6 oz (180 ml) of boiling water at 100°C / 212°F.
2. Steep for 4–5 minutes at double strength.
3. Add sugar while still hot and stir to dissolve.
4. Pour over a full glass of ice and top up with chilled water to taste.
5. Optional: add a splash of milk for a "berries and cream" iced drink.

Origin & Authenticity

Where does Bud To Cup Berry-Mix Black Tea come from?

This tea is handpicked at Shannon Tea Estate in Watawala, Sri Lanka — part of the broader Hatton estate network, a legacy of tea cultivation stretching back to 1882. Every leaf can be traced directly to this single named estate, not sourced from anonymous commodity blending houses. Estate name and location are confirmed on every pack.

What does the Ceylon Tea Lion Logo on the packaging mean?

The Ceylon Tea Lion Logo is the official quality mark of the Sri Lanka Tea Board. It is a globally trademarked symbol that guarantees the tea inside is 100% pure Ceylon tea — grown, manufactured, and packed entirely in Sri Lanka according to the Sri Lanka Tea Board's strict quality standards. If a product carries the Lion Logo, it cannot legally be a blend, a re-export, or a product mixed with tea from other countries. Every Bud To Cup pack features this mark prominently.

Is Bud To Cup tea single-origin?

Bud To Cup teas are estate-traceable, meaning every blend is sourced from a single, named heritage estate rather than blended from multiple anonymous sources or purchased through commodity blending houses. This gives you the specific character of that estate's terroir — its altitude, rainfall, and soil — in every cup. Estate names and locations are printed on each pack and confirmed in our traceability documentation.

Product Range

What types of tea does Bud To Cup sell?

The current collection includes 8 varieties across two tea families. Black teas: Pure Ceylon Classic Black, Berry-Mix Flavored Black, Cinnamon Flavored Black, Strawberry Flavored Black, and Peach Flavored Black. Green teas: Pure Ceylon Classic Green, Moroccan Mint Flavored Green, and Vanilla Flavored Green. All come in 20-bag packs. Classic Black is priced at $6.99; all other varieties are $9.49.

What is the difference between the Classic and Flavored teas?

The Classic Black and Classic Green teas contain only pure Ceylon tea leaves — no added flavors, no blending. These are for drinkers who want the clean, authentic character of the tea itself. The six flavored varieties (Berry-Mix, Cinnamon, Strawberry, Peach, Moroccan Mint, and Vanilla) combine the same authentic Ceylon tea base with added natural flavor notes to create distinct taste profiles. In every case, the Ceylon tea base remains the same high-quality, estate-sourced leaf.

Which Bud To Cup tea is best for someone new to Ceylon tea?

If you are new to Ceylon tea and prefer to start with something familiar, the Berry-Mix Flavored Black Tea or Peach Flavored Black Tea are excellent entry points — their fruit-forward profiles make the bold Ceylon black tea base feel approachable. If you want to taste pure Ceylon tea without any flavoring, the Classic Black Tea from Adisham Estate in Dickoya is the best place to start: it is robust and full-bodied with notes of malt and honey, and a clean, brisk finish.

Brewing & Use

How do I brew Bud To Cup Berry-Mix Black Tea?

For best results, use freshly boiled water at 100°C / 212°F and steep for 3 to 5 minutes depending on your preferred strength. Longer steeping gives a bolder, more tannic cup; a shorter steep keeps it lighter and brighter. Remove the bag and enjoy as-is, or add milk for a berries-and-cream style cup. Add sugar or honey to taste.

Can I make iced tea with Bud To Cup Berry-Mix?

Yes — the Berry-Mix Flavored Black Tea is one of the best varieties in the range for iced tea. Brew one bag in 6 oz (180 ml) of boiling water at 100°C / 212°F and steep at double strength for 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in sugar while still hot, then pour directly over a full glass of ice and top up with chilled water. For a "berries and cream" iced drink, add a splash of cold milk after pouring over ice.

Can I make a "berries and cream" tea with this blend?

Yes — and it's one of the most popular ways to enjoy it. Brew the bag as normal at 100°C / 212°F for 3 to 5 minutes, then add a generous splash of whole milk or oat milk. The berry flavor softens and rounds into a smooth, creamy fruit tea. It works both hot and iced, and no sweetener is required — though a small amount of sugar or honey enhances the berry notes.

Ingredients & Quality

What ingredients are in Bud To Cup Berry-Mix Black Tea?

This tea contains pure Ceylon black tea leaves as the base, combined with mixed berry flavor. There are no artificial colorings or sweeteners. Full ingredient information is printed on every pack. If you have a specific allergen or dietary question, please refer to the pack label or contact us directly.

Does Bud To Cup Berry-Mix Black Tea contain caffeine?

Yes — all black teas naturally contain caffeine. Black teas generally contain more caffeine than green teas, though exact levels vary by steep time, water temperature, and serving size. If you are sensitive to caffeine, our green tea varieties (Classic Green, Moroccan Mint Green, and Vanilla Green) are lighter options. For precise caffeine data for this specific SKU, please refer to the product packaging.

Gifting

Is Bud To Cup Berry-Mix Black Tea suitable as a gift?

Yes — the full botanical packaging design makes Bud To Cup an excellent gift for tea lovers, coffee converts, or anyone who appreciates a premium daily ritual. Each pack features a clean, elegant watercolor illustration of its signature ingredients on a warm cream canvas, giving it an unmistakably premium shelf presence. The Berry-Mix is a particularly crowd-pleasing flavor that works for a wide range of recipients and occasions.

Heritage & Story

How long has Bud To Cup been making tea?

Bud To Cup is built on a 140-year tea-making legacy that began in 1882 when Hatton PLC first cultivated tea on the Sri Lankan highlands. The brand's ancestral estates include the Dickoya Estate (established 1886) and the Carolina Tea Factory (incorporated 1892). Today, Bud To Cup is brought to the modern market by G & G Agro Commodities Pvt Ltd, carrying this heritage forward into accessible, everyday formats for the modern tea drinker.

Comparison

What makes Bud To Cup different from other Ceylon tea brands?

The primary difference is direct estate traceability. Most mass-market tea brands source from commodity blending houses — meaning the leaves in your cup could come from dozens of anonymous sources mixed together. Bud To Cup traces every leaf back to a single, named heritage estate. For the Berry-Mix, that is Shannon Tea Estate in Watawala. The authenticity of this traceability is independently verified by the Ceylon Tea Lion Logo — the Sri Lanka Tea Board's globally trademarked quality seal guaranteeing the tea was grown, manufactured, and packed entirely in Sri Lanka.