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OngTeh reference library

A world of tea, in one searchable atlas.

Tea Atlas imagery includes photographic-style editorial artwork and clearly labelled illustrations. Images do not authenticate a botanical specimen, tea product, cultivar or geographic origin; consult each entry’s written identity, source and safety notes.

Explore 104 teas and infusions, regional styles, herbal infusions and other brewed plants. Understand the caffeine difference and follow source-aware guides—not exaggerated health promises.

Hands sorting dark tea leaves in a bamboo tray in an artisanal tea-work scene; editorial reconstruction, not a verified origin

First, know your leaf

Tea and tisane are not the same thing.

True tea is made from Camellia sinensis and naturally contains caffeine. Rooibos, chamomile, lemongrass and peppermint come from other plants. Decaffeinated true tea can contain traces of caffeine; herbal blends may contain caffeine if they include tea, yerba mate or related plants.

These entries are for learning, not medical recommendation. For herbs and spices, check ingredients, allergies, medications and pregnancy cautions before using them to manage symptoms.

AI-generated editorial imagery; not botanical identification.

Learn what counts as herbal tea ↗

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104 entries shown

Searchable topics include common spellings and regional names. Caffeine labels explained.

Green001
Photorealistic AI-generated green tea still life with fresh leaves and a light infusion

Green tea

China, Japan and many regions

Unoxidised tea; brewing and leaf style shape bitterness and aroma.

Open Green tea reference

China, Japan and many regions

Tea family
Green
Region or tradition
China, Japan and many regions
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green002
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of slender Japanese sencha leaves in a pale ceramic dish

Sencha

Japan

Steamed green tea; grassy, marine and savoury profiles.

Open Sencha reference

Japan

Tea family
Green
Region or tradition
Japan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green003
AI-generated editorial tea photograph of gyokuro-style Japanese green tea leaves and a pale green brew on a garden tea tray.

Gyokuro

Japan

Shade-grown Japanese green tea, generally rich and umami-forward.

Open Gyokuro reference

Japan

Tea family
Green
Region or tradition
Japan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green004
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of frothy green matcha in a chawan, with bamboo whisk and finely milled matcha powder

Matcha

Japan

Powdered green tea consumed as suspended leaf; caffeine per serving depends on powder dose.

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Japan

Tea family
Green
Region or tradition
Japan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green005
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of coarse bancha leaves drying in a woven bamboo tray

Bancha

Japan

Japanese everyday green tea from later-season or coarser leaf grades.

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Japan

Tea family
Green
Region or tradition
Japan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Roasted green006
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of roasted brown hojicha leaves scattered on a patinated metal pan

Hojicha

Japan

Roasted Japanese green tea; still contains caffeine, despite its gentle flavour.

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Japan

Tea family
Roasted green
Region or tradition
Japan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green and rice007
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of Japanese green tea leaves mixed with toasted rice beside a bowl of pale golden Genmaicha

Genmaicha

Japan

Green tea blended with roasted rice; not automatically caffeine-free.

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Japan

Tea family
Green and rice
Region or tradition
Japan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green008
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of shade-grown kabusecha tea plants beneath dark shading nets

Kabusecha

Japan

Partially shade-grown Japanese green tea.

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Japan

Tea family
Green
Region or tradition
Japan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Stem tea009
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of kukicha stem tea with pale stems and green leaf fragments on woven linen

Kukicha

Japan

Tea made using stems and stalks; caffeine is not guaranteed to be negligible.

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Japan

Tea family
Stem tea
Region or tradition
Japan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green010
AI-generated photorealistic editorial scene of harvested green tea leaves in a basket overlooking misty tea fields; Longjing context, not a verified specimen

Longjing (Dragon Well)

China · Zhejiang

Pan-fired flat-leaf Chinese green tea with toasted and chestnut-like notes.

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China · Zhejiang

Tea family
Green
Region or tradition
China · Zhejiang
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green011
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of curled Biluochun green tea spirals with silvery fuzz on dark stone

Biluochun

China · Jiangsu

Fine curled Chinese green tea known for floral aroma.

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China · Jiangsu

Tea family
Green
Region or tradition
China · Jiangsu
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green012
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of downy Huangshan Maofeng leaves in a gray ceramic dish

Huangshan Maofeng

China · Anhui

Classic Chinese green tea with slender leaves.

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China · Anhui

Tea family
Green
Region or tradition
China · Anhui
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green013
AI-generated editorial photograph of long flat processed taiping houkui green tea leaves; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Taiping Houkui

China · Anhui

Large pressed-flat green tea leaves with an unusually striking shape.

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China · Anhui

Tea family
Green
Region or tradition
China · Anhui
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green014
AI-generated editorial photograph of tightly rolled pellets of gunpowder green tea; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Gunpowder tea

China

Green tea rolled into small pellets, common in mint-tea preparation.

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China

Tea family
Green
Region or tradition
China
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

White015
AI-generated editorial image: Light-colored elongated tea buds on slate; illustrative white-tea styling

White tea

China and other regions

Lightly processed Camellia sinensis leaves and buds; does contain caffeine.

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China and other regions

Tea family
White
Region or tradition
China and other regions
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

White016
AI-generated editorial photograph of silvery fuzzy unopened buds of silver needle white tea; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Silver Needle (Baihao Yinzhen)

China · Fujian

Bud-focused white tea, often delicate and subtle.

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China · Fujian

Tea family
White
Region or tradition
China · Fujian
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

White017
AI-generated editorial photograph of White Peony (Bai Mudan) white tea buds and mature processed leaves on ivory linen

White Peony (Bai Mudan)

China · Fujian

White tea made with buds and leaves, often fuller than Silver Needle.

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China · Fujian

Tea family
White
Region or tradition
China · Fujian
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

White018
AI-generated editorial illustration: Loose broad dry tea leaves and pale stems arranged in linen; Shou Mei variety unverified

Shou Mei

China

Leaf-forward white tea with fuller character.

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China

Tea family
White
Region or tradition
China
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Yellow019
AI-generated editorial illustration: Pale yellow brewed tea beside long, light-colored tea leaves on a light stone background; tea processing style unverified

Yellow tea

China

Less common tea category with controlled yellowing or sweltering steps.

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China

Tea family
Yellow
Region or tradition
China
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Yellow020
Yellow tea buds scattered on dark stone; not a botanical authentication of Junshan Yinzhen.

Junshan Yinzhen

China · Hunan

Classic yellow tea; not the same as similarly named white Silver Needle.

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China · Hunan

Tea family
Yellow
Region or tradition
China · Hunan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Yellow021
Pale yellow-green dried tea buds on a woven bamboo mat, illustrating yellow tea.

Huoshan Huangya

China · Anhui

A yellow tea associated with Huoshan.

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China · Anhui

Tea family
Yellow
Region or tradition
China · Anhui
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong022
AI-generated editorial image: Twisted, dark loose oolong-style tea leaves poured onto stone

Oolong tea

China, Taiwan and elsewhere

Partially oxidised teas spanning floral, creamy, roasted and mineral styles.

Open Oolong tea reference

China, Taiwan and elsewhere

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
China, Taiwan and elsewhere
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong023
AI-generated editorial image: Rolled oolong tea in a celadon dish; specific cultivar unverified

Tieguanyin

China · Fujian

Anxi oolong, often floral in lightly roasted styles.

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China · Fujian

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
China · Fujian
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong024
AI-generated editorial illustration: Dark twisted dry oolong-style tea leaves lying on textured stone; Da Hong Pao cultivar and origin unverified

Da Hong Pao

China · Wuyi

Wuyi rock oolong associated with roasted and mineral notes.

Open Da Hong Pao reference

China · Wuyi

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
China · Wuyi
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong025
Roasted elongated oolong leaf strips on rough stone, illustrating Shui Xian.

Shui Xian

China · Wuyi

Wuyi oolong cultivar and style, often roasted.

Open Shui Xian reference

China · Wuyi

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
China · Wuyi
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong026
Dark roasted oolong-style leaves in a woven basket; Rou Gui cultivar unverified.

Rou Gui

China · Wuyi

Aromatic rock oolong cultivar, often described as spice-forward.

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China · Wuyi

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
China · Wuyi
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong027
Tea bushes in a misty mountain landscape; exact Phoenix Dan Cong origin not authenticated.

Dan Cong

China · Guangdong

Phoenix Mountain oolongs with diverse aromatic profiles.

Open Dan Cong reference

China · Guangdong

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
China · Guangdong
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong028
Long twisted oolong-like tea strips beside a ceramic scoop; precise cultivar unverified.

Mi Lan Xiang

China · Guangdong

Honey-orchid aroma style of Phoenix Dan Cong.

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China · Guangdong

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
China · Guangdong
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong029
AI-generated editorial illustration: Small rolled dark-green oolong-style tea leaves spread over a woven bamboo tray; Dong Ding origin unverified

Dong Ding

Taiwan

Traditional Taiwanese oolong often associated with medium roasting.

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Taiwan

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
Taiwan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong030
Misty terraced highland tea fields; exact cultivar and elevation not independently verified.

High Mountain Oolong

Taiwan

A family of higher-elevation Taiwanese oolong styles, not a caffeine-free drink.

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Taiwan

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
Taiwan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong031
AI-generated editorial photograph of multicolored twisted oriental beauty oolong leaves with silver tips; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Oriental Beauty

Taiwan

Heavily oxidised Taiwanese oolong with insect-bitten leaf tradition.

Open Oriental Beauty reference

Taiwan

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
Taiwan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong032
AI-generated editorial illustration: Long curled dry green tea leaves spread on linen; Baozhong cultivar and origin unverified

Baozhong (Pouchong)

Taiwan

Lightly oxidised, often floral tea.

Open Baozhong (Pouchong) reference

Taiwan

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
Taiwan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Oolong033
AI-generated editorial illustration: Tightly rolled oolong-style tea pellets on light slate; Jin Xuan cultivar unverified

Milk Oolong (Jin Xuan)

Taiwan

Oolong cultivar and processing style; check for added milk flavouring in blends.

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Taiwan

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
Taiwan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black034
AI-generated editorial tea photograph of dark processed black tea leaves beside a glass of amber black tea.

Black tea

Global

Fully oxidised tea category; caffeine varies substantially by leaf and preparation.

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Global

Tea family
Black
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black035
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of wiry Assam black tea leaves in a dark scoop

Assam

India · Assam

Often brisk, malty black tea from Assam.

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India · Assam

Tea family
Black
Region or tradition
India · Assam
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black036
Terraced tea fields against Himalayan mountains; not proof of a named Darjeeling estate.

Darjeeling

India · West Bengal

Regional tea with distinctive seasonal flushes and processing styles.

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India · West Bengal

Tea family
Black
Region or tradition
India · West Bengal
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black037
Illustrative sunlit highland tea garden and basket of fresh leaves; this is not an authenticated photograph of a Nilgiri estate.

Nilgiri

India · Tamil Nadu

South Indian highland tea associated with bright fragrance.

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India · Tamil Nadu

Tea family
Black
Region or tradition
India · Tamil Nadu
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black038
Illustrative tea harvest setting in the highlands; not a photograph authenticated to Sri Lanka.

Ceylon tea

Sri Lanka

Regional tea term covering many elevations and flavour profiles.

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Sri Lanka

Tea family
Black
Region or tradition
Sri Lanka
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black039
AI-generated editorial illustration: Dark dry twisted black tea leaves in a white oval dish; Keemun origin and cultivar unverified

Keemun (Qimen)

China · Anhui

Chinese black tea traditionally associated with refined aroma.

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China · Anhui

Tea family
Black
Region or tradition
China · Anhui
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black040
AI-generated editorial image: golden-tipped black tea leaves, editorial illustration of the Dian Hong style; geographic origin unverified

Dian Hong

China · Yunnan

Yunnan black tea, sometimes rich and cocoa-like.

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China · Yunnan

Tea family
Black
Region or tradition
China · Yunnan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black041
AI-generated editorial illustration: Dark loose tea leaves drying in an indoor room near a visible fire; actual Lapsang Souchong process and location unverified

Lapsang Souchong

China · Fujian

Wuyi-origin black tea often known for pine-smoked versions.

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China · Fujian

Tea family
Black
Region or tradition
China · Fujian
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black042
Twisted dark leaves with golden tips beside tea, depicting Yunnan gold-style tea; not authenticated provenance.

Yunnan Gold

China · Yunnan

Golden-tipped black tea style.

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China · Yunnan

Tea family
Black
Region or tradition
China · Yunnan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flavoured black043
AI-generated editorial image: Bergamot citrus and loose black tea leaves; editorial Earl Grey ingredients

Earl Grey

Global

Usually black tea flavoured with bergamot; caffeine remains unless decaf.

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Global

Tea family
Flavoured black
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black blend044
AI-generated editorial illustration: White teapot, plain brewed black tea and dark loose tea leaves; English Breakfast blend unverified

English Breakfast

Global

Breakfast-style black tea blend; composition varies by maker.

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Global

Tea family
Black blend
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Spiced black045
AI-generated editorial scene of milky masala chai beside cardamom, cinnamon, ginger and black tea

Masala Chai

India and beyond

Black tea brewed with spices; frequently includes milk and sugar, and normally caffeine.

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India and beyond

Tea family
Spiced black
Region or tradition
India and beyond
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black046
AI-generated editorial photograph of dark amber turkish çay in tulip-shaped glasses; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Turkish çay

Türkiye

Strongly brewed black tea served in small glasses; contains caffeine.

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Türkiye

Tea family
Black
Region or tradition
Türkiye
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Green and mint047
AI-generated editorial photograph of traditional moroccan silver tea service with mint and small glasses; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Moroccan mint tea

Morocco and North Africa

Often combines gunpowder green tea, mint and sugar; contains caffeine.

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Morocco and North Africa

Tea family
Green and mint
Region or tradition
Morocco and North Africa
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Dark / fermented048
AI-generated editorial image: Aged-looking dark loose compressed-tea leaves in an earthen bowl; origin unverified

Pu-erh / Pu’er

China · Yunnan

Ageing, fermentation and microbial processing are key; it still contains caffeine.

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China · Yunnan

Tea family
Dark / fermented
Region or tradition
China · Yunnan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Dark / raw049
AI-generated editorial illustration: Compressed loose-leaf tea cake and scattered leaves on neutral parchment; Pu-erh subtype and age unverified

Sheng Pu-erh

China · Yunnan

Raw pu-erh, which changes with age and storage.

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China · Yunnan

Tea family
Dark / raw
Region or tradition
China · Yunnan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Dark / ripe050
Loose dark post-fermented tea leaves in a rustic bowl, illustrating ripe Pu-erh.

Shou Pu-erh

China · Yunnan

Ripe pu-erh produced through accelerated fermentation.

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China · Yunnan

Tea family
Dark / ripe
Region or tradition
China · Yunnan
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Dark051
Dark fermented tea leaves in an unmarked woven basket, illustrating Liu Bao.

Liu Bao

China · Guangxi

Fermented dark tea with a distinctive regional tradition.

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China · Guangxi

Tea family
Dark
Region or tradition
China · Guangxi
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Dark052
AI-generated editorial image: Dark compressed tea brick with gold-colored flecks; precise microbiology unverified

Fu Zhuan

China

Brick-shaped dark tea traditionally associated with golden-flower fermentation.

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China

Tea family
Dark
Region or tradition
China
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Fermented beverage053
AI-generated editorial photograph of fermenting kombucha with scoby in a transparent jar; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Kombucha

Global

Fermented tea drink often made from caffeinated tea; residual caffeine, sugar and alcohol vary.

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Global

Tea family
Fermented beverage
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Caffeine depends on ingredients/species

Caffeine content depends on the specific ingredients and preparation. Check labels before choosing for bedtime.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Decaffeinated tea054
Black tea leaves with a red-amber infusion; decaffeination cannot be confirmed from appearance.

Decaf black tea

Global

Processed to remove most caffeine, but traces can remain.

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Global

Tea family
Decaffeinated tea
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Decaffeinated · traces possible

Decaffeinated tea may retain small amounts of caffeine. Always check the actual label if caffeine matters to you.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Decaffeinated tea055
Green tea leaves and a pale infusion; decaffeination cannot be confirmed visually.

Decaf green tea

Global

Green tea with most caffeine removed; do not call it zero-caffeine.

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Global

Tea family
Decaffeinated tea
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Decaffeinated · traces possible

Decaffeinated tea may retain small amounts of caffeine. Always check the actual label if caffeine matters to you.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion056
AI-generated editorial photograph of dried chamomile flowers beside a clear cup of golden chamomile infusion.

Chamomile

Europe and global

Flower infusion associated with quiet evening rituals; insomnia-treatment evidence is limited.

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Europe and global

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
Europe and global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion057
AI-generated editorial image: Small yellow and white daisy-like flowers; species unverified

German chamomile

Europe and global

Matricaria chamomilla, widely used in herbal infusions.

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Europe and global

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
Europe and global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Leaf infusion058
AI-generated editorial scene of thin reddish rooibos leaves and a copper-red brewed infusion

Rooibos

South Africa

Aspalathus linearis infusion, naturally caffeine-free unless mixed.

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South Africa

Tea family
Leaf infusion
Region or tradition
South Africa
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Leaf infusion059
AI-generated editorial photograph of honeybush flowering stems and narrow leaves; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Honeybush

South Africa

Cyclopia genus infusion with a naturally sweet aroma.

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South Africa

Tea family
Leaf infusion
Region or tradition
South Africa
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion060
AI-generated editorial scene of deep-red roselle calyces, dried pieces and a ruby-coloured hibiscus infusion

Hibiscus / Roselle

Africa, Asia, Caribbean

Tart crimson Hibiscus sabdariffa calyx infusion; talk to a clinician if managing blood pressure.

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Africa, Asia, Caribbean

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
Africa, Asia, Caribbean
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Mint infusion061
AI-generated editorial still life of serrated mint leaves beside a pale golden peppermint infusion

Peppermint

Global

Mentha × piperita leaves; evidence for peppermint oil does not establish tea benefits.

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Global

Tea family
Mint infusion
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Mint infusion062
AI-generated editorial photograph of green spearmint stems with serrated leaves growing in a sunlit garden; illustrative, not authenticated specimen or product evidence.

Spearmint

Global

Mentha spicata leaf infusion with a softer mint profile.

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Global

Tea family
Mint infusion
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Leaf infusion063
Lemon balm-like leaves, AI-generated editorial photograph; botanical identity not authenticated

Lemon balm

Europe and beyond

Melissa officinalis aromatic herb; relaxation claims require caution.

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Europe and beyond

Tea family
Leaf infusion
Region or tradition
Europe and beyond
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Stalk infusion064
AI-generated editorial image: Fresh lemongrass stalks arranged on natural stone

Lemongrass

Southeast Asia

Cymbopogon stalk infusion with citrus-like aroma.

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Southeast Asia

Tea family
Stalk infusion
Region or tradition
Southeast Asia
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Rhizome infusion065
AI-generated editorial photograph of cut ginger rhizomes, shredded ginger and a pale ginger infusion

Ginger

Asia and global

Warm root infusion; much nausea research studies supplements, not the beverage.

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Asia and global

Tea family
Rhizome infusion
Region or tradition
Asia and global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Rhizome infusion066
AI-generated editorial photograph of fresh orange turmeric rhizomes with cut sections; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Turmeric

South and Southeast Asia

Golden Curcuma longa infusion; concentrated curcumin research is not evidence for a cup.

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South and Southeast Asia

Tea family
Rhizome infusion
Region or tradition
South and Southeast Asia
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Leaf infusion067
AI-generated editorial photograph of fresh pandan leaves bundled with long green blades on pale stone; illustrative, not authenticated specimen or product evidence.

Pandan

Southeast Asia

Fragrant Pandanus amaryllifolius leaves used in cooking and simple drinks.

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Southeast Asia

Tea family
Leaf infusion
Region or tradition
Southeast Asia
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Grain infusion068
Original AI-generated macro photograph of roasted barley grains used for Mugicha infusion

Barley tea (Mugicha)

Japan, Korea, East Asia

Roasted barley infusion; gluten is relevant for coeliac disease.

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Japan, Korea, East Asia

Tea family
Grain infusion
Region or tradition
Japan, Korea, East Asia
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Plain roasted-barley infusion is naturally caffeine-free, but barley contains gluten and is unsuitable for people who must avoid gluten, including those with coeliac disease. Blends may also contain tea leaves or added caffeine; check the full ingredient list.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Plant infusion069
Corn ears with golden corn silk, AI-generated editorial overhead still life

Corn silk

Many regions

Corn silk is used traditionally; condition-specific medical claims are not established.

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Many regions

Tea family
Plant infusion
Region or tradition
Many regions
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion070
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of dried pale-yellow chrysanthemum flower heads in a dark stoneware bowl

Chrysanthemum

China and East Asia

Flower infusion common in Chinese tea culture; allergy and ingredient identity matter.

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China and East Asia

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
China and East Asia
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion071
AI-generated editorial image: Dried pale jasmine-like blossoms beside light tea in a cup

Jasmine flower infusion

China and beyond

Jasmine flowers alone can be caffeine-free; jasmine green tea contains caffeine.

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China and beyond

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
China and beyond
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Floral green072
AI-generated editorial still life of jasmine blossoms, green tea leaves and a pale golden jasmine-scented tea infusion

Jasmine green tea

China and beyond

Tea leaves scented with jasmine, with caffeine from Camellia sinensis.

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China and beyond

Tea family
Floral green
Region or tradition
China and beyond
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion073
AI-generated editorial image: Small golden blossoms collected in a ceramic sieve; species unverified

Osmanthus flower

China

Fragrant tiny flowers often blended into teas; plain flower infusion lacks tea-leaf caffeine.

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China

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
China
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion074
Dried rose-like petals on stone, AI-generated editorial still life; not a botanical authentication

Rose petals

Global

Petal infusion with floral aroma; check safety of culinary-grade petals.

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Global

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion075
AI-generated editorial photograph of fresh flowering lavender stems with purple spikes and narrow silver-green leaves; illustrative, not authenticated specimen or product evidence.

Lavender

Mediterranean and global

Strongly aromatic flower infusion; medicinal claims should not be assumed.

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Mediterranean and global

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
Mediterranean and global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion076
AI-generated editorial photograph of blue butterfly pea blossoms with a deep indigo-violet herbal infusion

Butterfly pea flower

Southeast Asia

Clitoria ternatea blue infusion, colour-changing with acidity.

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Southeast Asia

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
Southeast Asia
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Fruit infusion077
AI-generated editorial photograph of dried longan fruit showing wrinkled amber-brown flesh; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Dried longan infusion

East and Southeast Asia

Sweet dried-fruit infusion; check added sugar in packaged mixtures.

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East and Southeast Asia

Tea family
Fruit infusion
Region or tradition
East and Southeast Asia
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Fruit infusion078
AI-generated editorial image: Dried red goji-like berries beside a golden infusion

Goji berry infusion

China and beyond

Lycium fruit steeped in water; medication interaction questions matter for some people.

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China and beyond

Tea family
Fruit infusion
Region or tradition
China and beyond
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Fruit infusion079
AI-generated editorial photograph of dried wrinkled red jujube dates and a brewed infusion; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Red date / jujube tea

East Asia

Dried jujube infusion; frequently blended with ginger or goji.

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East Asia

Tea family
Fruit infusion
Region or tradition
East Asia
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion080
AI-generated editorial image: Linden-like yellow flowering branches in natural light

Linden flower

Europe

Tilia blossoms used in herbal tradition, evidence for treating sleep disorders is weak.

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Europe

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
Europe
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion081
AI-generated editorial image: Cream-white branching elderflower-like blooms against sky

Elderflower

Europe

Sambucus blossoms; culinary-grade, correctly identified ingredients are important.

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Europe

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
Europe
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Leaf infusion082
AI-generated editorial photograph of serrated stinging-nettle leaves and stems; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Nettle leaf

Europe and beyond

Urtica leaf infusion used in folk traditions; pregnancy/medication cautions may apply.

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Europe and beyond

Tea family
Leaf infusion
Region or tradition
Europe and beyond
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Root infusion083
AI-generated editorial photograph of dandelion root harvest with yellow dandelion flowers and slices beside herbal tea; illustrative, not authenticated specimen or product evidence.

Dandelion root

Global

Roasted root beverage; avoid disease-treatment promises.

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Global

Tea family
Root infusion
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Root infusion084
Roasted chopped root pieces and a root cross-section, illustrating a chicory beverage.

Chicory root

Europe and global

Roasted root beverage, often used as coffee alternative.

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Europe and global

Tea family
Root infusion
Region or tradition
Europe and global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Seed infusion085
AI-generated editorial photograph of ridged green-brown fennel seeds in a small dish; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Fennel seed

Mediterranean, India and beyond

Fragrant seed infusion traditionally associated with after-meal drinks.

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Mediterranean, India and beyond

Tea family
Seed infusion
Region or tradition
Mediterranean, India and beyond
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Seed infusion086
AI-generated editorial image: Whole anise-like seeds in a rustic wooden spoon

Anise seed

Mediterranean and Middle East

Licorice-like flavoured culinary seed infusion.

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Mediterranean and Middle East

Tea family
Seed infusion
Region or tradition
Mediterranean and Middle East
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Spice infusion087
AI-generated editorial photograph of green cardamom pods, including split pods revealing dark seeds; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Cardamom

South Asia and Middle East

Aromatic pod infusion; added black tea in chai creates caffeine.

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South Asia and Middle East

Tea family
Spice infusion
Region or tradition
South Asia and Middle East
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Bark infusion088
AI-generated editorial photograph of cinnamon bark quills and curled sticks scattered on dark stone

Cinnamon

Global

Bark infusion with warming aroma; heavy concentrated use carries distinct cautions.

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Global

Tea family
Bark infusion
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Root infusion089
Original AI-generated editorial photograph of dried licorice root pieces and slices in a shallow ceramic bowl

Licorice root

Asia and Europe

Not a routine drink for people with high blood pressure, heart or kidney conditions.

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Asia and Europe

Tea family
Root infusion
Region or tradition
Asia and Europe
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Root infusion090
Dried roots and a cup of herbal infusion; valerian species not botanically authenticated.

Valerian root

Europe

Traditionally used for sleep, but clinical evidence remains inconsistent; sedative interactions matter.

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Europe

Tea family
Root infusion
Region or tradition
Europe
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Flower infusion091
AI-generated editorial photograph of purple and white passionflower with filamented corona; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Passionflower

Americas and global

Popular calming herb; preparation, evidence and medication interactions require scrutiny.

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Americas and global

Tea family
Flower infusion
Region or tradition
Americas and global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Leaf infusion092
AI-generated editorial image: sage plant leaves, editorial botanical still life; not a verified specimen

Sage infusion

Mediterranean

Salvia officinalis culinary-leaf infusion; avoid concentrated doses and broad medical claims.

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Mediterranean

Tea family
Leaf infusion
Region or tradition
Mediterranean
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Leaf infusion093
AI-generated editorial image: thyme sprigs, editorial botanical still life; not a verified specimen

Thyme infusion

Mediterranean

Aromatic culinary-herb drink; not a proven respiratory treatment.

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Mediterranean

Tea family
Leaf infusion
Region or tradition
Mediterranean
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Fruit infusion094
AI-generated editorial photograph of red rosehips and their cut interiors; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Rosehip

Europe and global

Tart Rosa fruit infusion; vitamin levels depend on processing.

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Europe and global

Tea family
Fruit infusion
Region or tradition
Europe and global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Leaf infusion095
Lemon verbena-like leaves, AI-generated editorial botanical still life; not a verified specimen

Lemon verbena

South America and global

Citrusy Aloysia citrodora leaves popular in fragrant blends.

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South America and global

Tea family
Leaf infusion
Region or tradition
South America and global
Caffeine
Naturally caffeine-free when plain

Generally naturally caffeine-free when made from the named ingredient alone; mixed products may contain actual tea leaves or added caffeine.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Cacao infusion096
AI-generated editorial photograph of papery cacao husks prepared for herbal infusion; illustrative, not authenticated botanical or product evidence.

Cacao husk tea

Global

Cacao byproduct steeped in water; cacao naturally contains theobromine and may contain caffeine.

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Global

Tea family
Cacao infusion
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Caffeine depends on ingredients/species

Caffeine content depends on the specific ingredients and preparation. Check labels before choosing for bedtime.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Caffeinated holly097
Original AI-generated overhead editorial photograph of chopped dried yerba mate leaves and stems beside a mate gourd with bombilla

Yerba mate

South America

Ilex paraguariensis is naturally caffeinated and is not Camellia sinensis tea.

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South America

Tea family
Caffeinated holly
Region or tradition
South America
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Caffeinated holly098
Leaves on a branch beside loose dried leaves; guayusa botanical identity not authenticated.

Guayusa

Amazonian Ecuador

Ilex guayusa infusion contains caffeine.

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Amazonian Ecuador

Tea family
Caffeinated holly
Region or tradition
Amazonian Ecuador
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Caffeinated holly099
Illustrative holly-like leaves, berries and herbal infusion; yaupon species identity unverified.

Yaupon

North America

Ilex vomitoria is a caffeine-containing holly used as a beverage.

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North America

Tea family
Caffeinated holly
Region or tradition
North America
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

Brewing strength, leaf quantity and portion size affect caffeine exposure. A mild taste does not prove a low caffeine content.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Bitter holly / botanicals100
Dark twisted leaf strips on slate illustrating a bitter-leaf infusion.

Kuding

China

A name used for different bitter-leaf plants; check exact species and ingredients.

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China

Tea family
Bitter holly / botanicals
Region or tradition
China
Caffeine
Caffeine depends on ingredients/species

Caffeine content depends on the specific ingredients and preparation. Check labels before choosing for bedtime.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Fruit blend101
Selection of identifiable dried fruits and berries used in infusion blends.

Fruit infusion blends

Global

Caffeine-free only when ingredients contain no tea, mate, guayusa or other caffeinated plants.

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Global

Tea family
Fruit blend
Region or tradition
Global
Caffeine
Caffeine depends on ingredients/species

Caffeine content depends on the specific ingredients and preparation. Check labels before choosing for bedtime.

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Reference summary, not a treatment recommendation. Ingredient identity and preparation matter.

Black tea beverage102
AI-generated editorial photograph of orange Thai iced milk tea (Cha Yen) in a tall glass with ice and milk swirls

Thai iced tea (Cha Yen)

Thailand

A Thai iced black-tea drink commonly served with sweetened condensed milk and ice. Recipes and tea mixes vary; tea contributes caffeine.

Open Thai iced tea (Cha Yen) reference

A Thai iced black-tea drink commonly served with sweetened condensed milk and ice. Recipes and tea mixes vary; tea contributes caffeine.

Tea family
Black tea beverage
Region or tradition
Thailand
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

This is a prepared drink, not a distinct botanical tea family. Some versions include added colouring or flavourings, and sweetened milk increases sugar content. Check ingredients rather than assuming it is a low-caffeine or low-sugar drink.

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Cultural and ingredient reference, not a treatment recommendation.

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Rolling green tea fields in the hills; precise Thai plantation and oolong identity unverified.

Chiang Rai oolong

Thailand · Chiang Rai

Oolong made from tea leaves cultivated in northern Thailand, including the Chiang Rai highlands. Cultivars and processing styles vary.

Open Chiang Rai oolong reference

Oolong made from tea leaves cultivated in northern Thailand, including the Chiang Rai highlands. Cultivars and processing styles vary.

Tea family
Oolong
Region or tradition
Thailand · Chiang Rai
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

True oolong is made from Camellia sinensis and naturally contains caffeine. Region alone does not establish a particular flavour, caffeine dose or health benefit.

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Cultural and ingredient reference, not a treatment recommendation.

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Black tea leaves, tea plants, and a brewed cup in a mountain landscape; not verified Thai provenance.

Thai-grown Assam black tea

Thailand · Northern Thailand

Black tea produced from tea plants grown in Thailand; Assam-type black tea is used in some Thai milk-tea preparations.

Open Thai-grown Assam black tea reference

Black tea produced from tea plants grown in Thailand; Assam-type black tea is used in some Thai milk-tea preparations.

Tea family
Black
Region or tradition
Thailand · Northern Thailand
Caffeine
Naturally contains caffeine

This is a regional black tea reference, not a claim that all Thai iced tea uses local leaves. All ordinary black tea contains caffeine.

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Cultural and ingredient reference, not a treatment recommendation.

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Herbal infusions

Flowers, roots, grains, safety and natural caffeine differences.