Civilized Coffee Decaffeinated Instant Black Tea

You'll only need 1/4 to 1.5 teaspoons per cup, depending on how strong you like it. Reviewers consistently mention this is one of the best things about this tea—a little goes a long way, so that 8oz jar will last you surprisingly long. Start with 1/4 teaspoon and adjust up from there until you find your sweet spot.

Here's the honest truth: it doesn't dissolve instantly in cold water. You'll want to start with hot or warm water and stir thoroughly to prevent clumping. Several reviewers mention it tends to stick together if you don't mix it properly. Once you get the technique down—hot water first, good stirring—it works great. Then you can add ice if you want iced tea.

This has a more authentic Assam black tea flavor—deeper and more robust than those discontinued instant products. Reviewers describe it as having good, delicious flavor without any added sugar or citric acid. If you're used to sweetened instant teas, this will taste more like actual brewed black tea. You'll want to add your own sweetener if you prefer it sweet.

It's marketed as decaffeinated, and most reviewers appreciate having a decaf option. However, one reviewer did mention possibly detecting residual caffeine. Decaf teas typically retain about 2-5% of original caffeine, so if you're extremely sensitive, be aware it's not 100% caffeine-free—just significantly reduced from regular black tea.

Absolutely! The product specifically mentions baking, and because it's a concentrated powder with good Assam flavor, you can use it in all sorts of recipes. Think tea lattes, smoothies, baked goods, or even homemade bubble tea. Reviewers mention it's great for customizing with milk and flavorings, so it's pretty versatile once you have it on hand.

Yes, it's actually quite beginner-friendly. You don't need any brewing equipment—just the powder, hot water, and a spoon. The measurements are straightforward (1/4 tsp per cup), and you can easily adjust the strength to your preference. The main trick to learn is dissolving it in hot water first to avoid clumps, but once you've got that down, it's easier than dealing with tea bags or loose leaf.