Does this tea contain caffeine, and can I drink it in the evening? — Black dragon ceylon black tea 100g

Like all black teas, this Ceylon tea naturally contains caffeine, along with tea polyphenols. The product description presents caffeine as part of a gently stimulating effect that suits mornings, work breaks, or a calm daytime pause. How strongly you feel it depends on your personal tolerance and on how much tea you use.

If you are sensitive to caffeine, the guidance in the product description is direct: it may be better to avoid black tea late in the evening. Because a longer steep or a higher tea-to-water ratio makes a stronger brew, that stronger cup also contains more of the stimulating compounds. Brewing a weaker cup and keeping the steeping time short (around 2 minutes) reduces the caffeine load without eliminating it completely.

For context, black tea generally contains less caffeine than coffee, but the exact amount varies with leaf grade and brewing time. It is still a caffeinated drink, so if you drink several cups during the day, an afternoon cup can affect your evening. Many regular tea drinkers find their own routine — some stop tea after 5 pm, while others switch to herbal infusions in the evening.

If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a medical condition, or take medication, it is sensible to consult a specialist about how much caffeine is appropriate for you. This tea is not intended to diagnose, treat or prevent any disease and is not a substitute for a balanced diet.