Bold black;
lush as a latte

Leaves from Sivasagar, Upper Assam, where older tea trees grow in mineral-rich soil and partial shade among diverse native plants. The deep roots of mature trees draw from a wider range of nutrients, while shade and biodiversity support a richer nutrient profile and more balanced taste.

(In contrast to standard production where tea trees are replaced every few years for maximum yield, plants are in direct sun for faster growth, and vegetation is less diverse.)

NooTea leaves are carefully hand-picked, selecting only the top bud and youngest leaves for optimal flavour and natural compounds. Traditional processing preserves the leaf's integrity, allowing its bold, malty character to develop fully.

Our cacao is from the tropical highlands of the Ahafo region in Ghana, where cacao trees grow shaded by the canopy of native trees. In the shade the beans grow more slowly, developing a richer flavour. The mix of species makes for a healthy soil and more nutrient rich beans. The soil is tested for heavy metals, so we ensure clean, safe cacao free from contamination.

The beans are naturally fermented under plantain leaves and dried in the sun, then we process them at low temperatures to preserve theobromine and other beneficial compounds.

The result is rich in theobromine and rich in flavour.

We use carefully dried pieces of whole Lion's Mane mushroom, long used in traditional wellness practices for its association with cognitive function. Sourced from forest-side farms in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia, where it's grown on natural wood substrate and air-dried to preserve its beneficial compounds.

Used in small amounts, it brings a subtle earthy depth and fits naturally within Brew 1.