This wonderfully aromatic, organic loose leaf tea combines Pu-erh, a traditional Chinese dark tea, with an American favorite - chocolate and almonds. While Pu-erh teas have grown in popularity in the US because of their smooth rich taste and health benefits, some consumers still do not prefer their unique earthy aroma. Our Organic Chocolate Pu-erh Tea offers the perfect solution! With a rich bouquet of almond and chocolate, this tea brews up dark brown with a medium body that has no astringency or bitterness. The mellow cup tastes earthy with hints of carob and almond. Add a little sugar, to enhance the chocolate flavor! Read our blog post about our trip to Pu Erh, China!
Ingredients: organic Chinese pu-erh tea, organic cacao nibs, and natural chocolate and almond flavors
Our delicious flavored teas use the same top-quality organic tea that we offer in our unflavored varieties, but are blended with pieces of real fruit, spices, flowers, and 100% natural flavors. When blending our teas, our goal is to create a cup that balances the taste of the tea with the flavors of the additional ingredients so that neither one overpowers. All of the natural flavors we use are either extracts taken directly from the botanical ingredient, or extracted using 100% GMO-free grain alcohol as a solvent. You can rest assured that none of the flavors used in our blends are synthetically or artificially derived, and do not use artificial preservatives.
At Arbor Teas, we believe tea should be brewed to suit your personal taste. We’re happy to make recommendations to get you started, but don’t hesitate to experiment! When brewing your tea, your main considerations are tea quantity, water temperature, and steeping time. We recommend pu-erh teas to be steeped for 5 to 10 minutes in water heated to a full, rolling boil. For the best flavor, use fresh water whenever possible, and avoid overboiling. Try not to steep your tea longer than necessary, as you’ll extract undesirable bitterness from the leaves.If you want a stronger brew, don’t steep longer, just use more tea. And don’t forget to re-steep your tea leaves to get the most out of your leaf!
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"Think dark chocolate rather than milk chocolate, with no bitterness. Add sugar to recreate a dark chocolate Almond Joy or marzipan-like delight!"
"As a Pu-erh tea “purest”, I was hesitant to develop this tea. But I have to admit, that I am pleasantly pleased by the result. Even Pu-erh lovers will enjoy the combination of chocolate, almond, and Pu-erh."
"I recommend brewing this tea for at least 5 minutes. The darker it gets, the more full-bodied and better it gets!"
I drink a lot of tea of all types and am always trying new ones. I tried this tea about two years ago and it instantly became my all-time favorite. I've re-ordered many times. This tea is never bitter, even if you forget and leave it steeping for way too long. The flavor is rich and wonderful, and it's good any time of day. I usually do two steeps from one portion (a good heaping teaspoon) and it holds up fine to that. I highly recommend it to everyone.
I drink this every day. I like it so much better than green or black tea, which I find bitter. And i drink it straight-no sugar or milk.
A delightful and unique aromatic and taste experience. It is smooth, with a sweet, slightly nutty cocoa flavor that was not overbearing at a 7 minute infusion. It paired well with almond biscotti. I will use this in cold, rainy weather for a special pick-me-up or when I crave sugar but can be satisified by a unique and complexly flavored beverage.
Very interesting/unique flavor and smell. I tried it on its own and with a little sugar. I'm glad I tried it but its not for me
I should start this out by saying I hate flavored teas of any variety. As a die hard gongfu cha brewer with a taste for sharp and smoky Sheng puerhs, floral greens, and musky golden threaded blacks, if it's got Camellia of any variety -sinensis, var. assamica, taliensis, it doesn't matter- I really can't overstate how much I dislike anything with flavor added. Hell, osmanthus flowers or those puerh mandarins, while lovely, are even a bit of a stretch for me, so it was rather odd that I even ordered a sample of this stuff. The sample was actually ordered for someone who "doesn't like puerh", and to my surprise I liked it. I liked it enough in fact to order a couple large bags, which I put in my usual half gallon Mason jars with silicone lids, and this is where this story gets interesting. I had to move unexpectedly thanks to an outbreak of black mold, and I ended up in another state with most of my possessions a couple thousand miles away for over a year. So, I accidentally aged this stuff for at least two years, and the results were amazing - the puerh mustiness deepened and melded with the cacao, chocolate, and almond to create a smooth, complex, beautifully nuanced brew that was an absolute joy to savor. Like a dummy I left the stuff and haven't been able to get back up north for a couple years so I'll be curious to see if the improvement has continued, but on a whim I threw a sample of this blend into my latest order and am again very pleasantly surprised. It's smooth, rich, and nicely complex, with the warm oiliness of the cacao and the slightly cherry-reminiscent creaminess of the almond playing off and deepening the musky, musty richness of the Shao puerh, and the liquor has a delightfully silky mouth feel and a richly refined aftertaste. While clearly of decent quality I suspect the base puerh isn't terribly interesting, but the additional flavors elevate it and thr blend proves to be far richer and more enjoyable than the sum of its parts, and I'm delighted with the thick, syrupy brew. (As an aside, if cream and sugar is your jam I suspect you'd love this with a good dollop of heavy cream and a splash of maple syrup - I myself will probably give it a try with a splash of port, brandy, or irish whisky and pair it opera cake or tiramisu to impress none tea drinkers...) It won't be a daily drinker for me, but I'll be buying a couple more bags for aging and indulge when I'm in the mood for something rich, syrupy, and comfortably indulgent. So, leave it to the folks at Arbor to make a flavored tea I actually love - consider me thoroughly impressed. Wonders will never cease...
I ordered this tea about six months ago, somewhat hesitant because chocolate tea isn't always as good as it sounds. However, I've had to limit myself to a mug of this tea only on Mondays (to start my week off right!) and special occasions so I didn't drink it all immediately. I'm buying the bulk size next--so good! The chocolate taste almost has a liqueur undertone while being subtle enough not to overwhelm the flavor of the tea.
I was very skeptical of this tea so I got a sample size first. Generally, I'm a bit of a purist and don't like flavored teas. For that reason, I haven't had the best experience with chocolate teas in the past but I'm on this extremely low carb diet for my diabetes and I've been desperate to find a low carb way to indulge my chocolate cravings so I had to give this a try. Ordinarily, I drink pu erh straight but this is definitely a tea that benefits from cream and sweetener (I use vanilla flavored stevia) to bring out the full chocolate-y flavor. This tea tastes and smells really decadent, like a chocolate liquor. I'm definitely going to be splurging on a full sized bag in future!
I only like pu-erh for how it increases my energy and focus, definitely not the taste. So adding chocolate flavor to this pu-erh really helped to make it taste better to me.
I tend to like sweet things and I love chocolate, so I tried the chocolate Pu-Erh tea and was not disappointed. It has a mild chocolate taste and it is very smooth. I will continue drinking it always. I wish it were caffeine free, but I stop drinking it by early afternoon so it does not keep me up. Several of my friends tried it and loved it as well.
I had never tried any Pu erh tea before and a chocolate tea sounded interesting so I decided to get it. By itself the chocolate doesn't stand out a ton but if you add even a tiny bit of sweetener (I used date sugar) it made the flavors pop out quite a bit. Just don't expect to be drinking hot chocolate because I feel like some people might have that expectation and end up disappointed. I enjoyed it and may reorder once i get done exploring all the other teas that peak my interest on this site so it might be a while.
I have tried the Numi brand from the store but this is a heavily flavored and smooth chocolate Pu Erh that's perfect down to the last drop. Often I don't even need any kind of sweetener at all.
I tried this tea as a sample, and after my first cup wasn't sure how I felt about it. But after that I couldn't stop drinking it. It's become my go-to tea for any time of the day, especially breakfast. The first cup has an especially deep, gorgeous flavor. A little coppery. The leaves make a decent second cup, and I usually drink a less-decent third (and fourth on a lazy day). A new staple for me!
I just recently bought the sample of this tea and I am in love. It definitely helps me fight any chocolate related cravings and have noticed it lowers my blood sugar, which is now why it will be my go to after meals!
I order this tea because I love chocolate but it didn’t taste like chocolate at all.
I was surprised that this tea didn't have a stronger flavor based on the lovely aroma that wafts from the bag. We really loved this tea. It has a lovely mouth feel with a hint of cherry/almond flavor at the end. The flavor wasn't overwhelming in our opinion but nice. I try to avoid caffeine, so this is a once in a while treat, but what a treat!
The Pu erh teas I've had typically had an almost "fishy" kind of funk to it makes it less accessible than the typical tea. This version doesn't have that fishiness at all because of the chocolate flavor. I found that slurping this tea like wine helps with bringing out the chocolate flavor.
If your familiar w/ pu-erhs, then you know that the tea itself is the SMOOoothest of teas, even if you go over 5min, hek 10min. Pues are known to be probiotic too, so they're great to drink after meals. This blend is amazing, it offsets the earthy flavor of plain pues on their own. Also, sometimes I add this to my honeybush or roobios to just give it a fruity, chocolatey taste. It's delicious & it's organic!
I am blissfully enjoying my cup of tea while writing this! This tea is so surprisingly delicious! I enjoy pu erh tea, and was a bit skeptical about the chocolate flavor at first. Immediately the skepticism drifted away as the sweet chocolate aroma escaped the bag which made me excited to brew it. It has such a wonderful chocolate flavor that shines through! Personally, I find the tea sweet enough without adding any honey or additional sweeteners. It’s like drinking a decadent brownie or other chocolatey dessert without being overwhelming. If you like chocolate, this is definitely the tea for you!
I wasn't sure about this at first, as it tasted a little acidic to me. But, after several cups, it definitely grew on me, and now I love it. The chocolate flavor is perfect here - full-bodied and rich, without being overpowering.
I've searched and searched for a tea that has a true chocolate flavor. The chocolate is not overwhelming, but a perfect balance with the tea. Very enjoyable and has a nice kick.
This is one of my favorite teas from this company. The chocolate taste is very delicate. I like that it is not too strong and not artificial (it happens too often with chocolate flavors!). Great tea to raise your spirits and warm you up.
Absolutely love this tea! I make tea for my sister and I all the time. Kind of a tea addict so always looking for something new. My sister is pretty picky and even she loved it, said this was one she'd want me to keep making. I love the flavor, kind of reminds me of a hot chocolate and tea mixture. I will definitely buy it again.
When my wife said she order chocolate pu erh, I thought, "That's crazy." We tried our first cup today and I was shocked---I really liked it. To me, it doesn't taste much like pu erh (so, if that's what you expect, you'll be disappointed). It has a light mocha-like taste to me. A little sweet, full flavored, but not overpowering. Unlike pu erh, it's better for after a meal than with one. Not an every day tea, but a tasty treat.
Although chocolate teas aren't for everyone, this is an excellent choice if you want a chocolate tea that isn't sweet or artificial tasting. I'm trying to ease my way into pu-erh teas, and this is a great choice! I haven't tried this tea with milk or sugar, but I'm sure if you like that in your tea this would be a great blend for it. I'll be repurchasing this in no time!
I really love this tea. It smells so good both before brewing and after. It is very rich, almost like coffee, but not quite. The chocolate flavor is subtle, but there both in aroma and taste. I might just give up my one morning coffee and switch to this!
I bought the sample to try it out, and was really excited to try it because of reading all of the positive reviews. I wasn't a fan. The taste wasn't good to me at all.
I just ordered my sixth bag of the Chocolate PuErh, which should give some idea of how much I love this tea. It's my daily treat and I have at least one or two mugs each morning. I originally found Arbor Teas on-line when I was looking to buy tea in bulk so I could cut down on the amount of wasteful packaging I'm responsible for in the world. To find a company that takes that even further and creates compostable packaging just made my heart sing. My first order, about a year and a half ago, was a small one just to try out the teas. I'm now hooked - on both Arbor Teas' awesome tea quality, and on their very green approach to business.
The only pu-erh tea I like is flavored pu-erh. This one fits the bill. It has a smooth, delicate chocolate flavor to it. Not bad.
I am more than happy to try this new tea. Based on the wonderful reviews, I gave it a try. This is the winner!!! It even wins my heavy coffee drinking husband's heart! Unbelievable! We love the balance of tea, chocolate and almond. Its like a new choice between coffee and tea. How awesome! It's very very smooth! It needs no sugar which I find it pleasing. We will come back for more for sure. Love it love it love it!
Every chocolate lover needs to sample this tea! It truly is dessert in a cup and I savor every sip. I had never known what pu-erh tea was until I tried this, and now I wish Arbor Teas had a greater selection to offer! It brewed dark in color and full bodied in flavor, and it can brew for quite a long time without tasting off! I found that the recommended 1 tsp per 8 oz was perfect and yielded an equally delicious smelling and tasting cup of tea. I like to add a small amount or pure maple syrup to my cup as it brings out the chocolate flavor that much more. I drink this tea so often that I now need to reorder a larger size!
I have never had Pu Erh tea of any kind, so thought I would try something new. Now I wish I had ordered more of it...will add it to my next order for sure. I love that is is earthy. Added benefit of chocolate....who wouldn't love it?!?!?
So glad I ordered this tea, It is "GREAT "I was pleased with the flavor and the chocolate infusion. Will be back for more.
I love this tea! I brew it for a full 4 minutes, and then add some soy milk. Honestly, it's better than any hot chocolate I've ever had. Even without the dairy/nondairy addition, the scent of the tea is musky, and earthy, but the taste is wonderful. You can really taste the chocolate, without any sugary after taste.
I've never had Pu Erh before, so I have nothing to compare this to. The scent of the dry leaves is weird, -like paint and licorice, so I wasn't expecting to like it. I was pleasantly surprised by the taste. It is not bitter at all. You can taste chocolate, and what I assume is the almond flavor tastes a little like coconut. I cannot taste "tea" specifically, but I'm not familiar with pu erh. The taste is good, and very smooth.
Do I have to tell you how awesome this tastes. Totally incredible for making kombucha tea. My first ferment should be complete in another day or two; then I plan on doing a second ferment with raspberries or strawberries.
This is great! I'm not really sure what I was expecting but it is delicious. It has nice hints of chocolate and is great to make a tea latte with. I would definitely recommend this tea.
I love a strong black tea so I got a sample of this. I was expecting dessert in a cup. It is the best Pu-Ehr I've had, and I recommend brewing for 4-5 minutes. However, I was very disappointed that there was little to no chocolate profile. It is something I would rebuy, but it didn't come out having a nice dark chocolate flavor.
I'm really trying to give pu-erh a shot as it's not my favorite, and course, seeing that this had chocolate in it I had to try, I was not disappointed. It's not too strong and it's very fulfilling. This is definitely going to be my go to pu-erh!
This has become my new go-to tea. Lots of body, great aroma. I drink it every single day.
i really don't like this tea at all. i wish i had ordered a smaller amount to try it out first. i love chocolate and i love puerh, but the tea does neither justice. sorry!
This tea is absolutely fantastic. It is rich and delicious but not overpowering. My taste buds just did a little jig =)
at how chocolaty this tea is. I'm a huge fan of dark chocolate and this tea has the same rich flavor. I truly could not stop drinking it.I made it iced for the summer.
This is the very first pu-erh I have ever had, and I was pleasantly surprised with the taste. It has a very pleasant medium-bodied taste, and the chocolate works surprisingly well with the tea base. With a little bit of sugar in it, it satisfied my sweet tooth very well!
Finished my first bag of this tea and ordering a 2nd. Add a little bit of stevia, and this is perfect. I do steep it longer than recommended and usually get 2 cups of tea out of one serving. Yummy.
I forgot to mention that you don't have to steep for 15-30 seconds, throw this away & restart a new cup from this batch. Good taste from the first steeping!
I've reviewed other websites for pu erh tea & they were not very favorable. I was hoping that this tea didn't smell like barnyard urine or dirt or other comments that were expressed with other pu erh teas. This particular flavored pu erh is fantastic and so happy that I ordered the largest quantity! This will be one of my favorites & will gladly reorder this tea when the time comes.
Rich & robust - a great smooth (caffeine free!) coffee alternative
Classically earthy and deep flavored with a thick cup and dark liquor