What Is Turkish Tea? Discover the Taste of Mayıs Çayı
Turkish tea (çay) is more than a drink — it's part of everyday life in Turkey. Served in tulip-shaped glasses and brewed strong, it's offered everywhere: in homes, shops, offices, and even on street corners. But not all Turkish tea is the same.
One of the finest — yet lesser-known — types is Mayıs Çayı, or May Tea. At Tami Gourmet, we specialize in this premium black tea picked during the first harvest of the year in the lush hills of Rize, Turkey’s famous tea-growing region.
What Makes Turkish Tea Special?
Turkish tea is always brewed strong, served hot, and never with milk. It has a deep, reddish color and a rich, earthy flavor — bold but never bitter.
It’s usually made from pure black tea leaves, grown in northern Turkey, where the mild climate and high rainfall create ideal growing conditions.
🌿 What Is Mayıs Çayı?
You might not hear about Mayıs Çayı unless you're from Rize — and that’s exactly what makes it special.
“May Tea” refers to tea harvested in May, the first and freshest harvest of the year. During this time, the tea plants are full of energy after a long winter. The young leaves are more tender, more aromatic, and naturally richer in flavor.
While most people drink Turkish tea without knowing which harvest it came from, Mayıs Çayı is considered a connoisseur’s choice — prized locally but rarely exported. At Tami Gourmet, we're proud to offer this exclusive variety directly to tea lovers around the world.
💚 Why Choose Mayıs Çayı from Tami Gourmet?
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🌱 Harvested in May for maximum freshness
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🌿 Sustainably grown in Rize without additives
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☕ Loose-leaf format for full flavor extraction
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🔥 Strong, smooth taste that true tea lovers appreciate
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🇹🇷 100% authentic Turkish black tea — no blends or shortcuts
🌟 A Tea Tradition in Every Cup
Whether you're new to Turkish tea or rediscovering a familiar taste, Mayıs Çayı delivers something special — the essence of spring, the care of the harvest, and the boldness of a centuries-old tradition.
Brew it your way, sip it slow, and experience Turkish tea the way it’s meant to be.
👉Looking to experience Turkish tea at home? Try our Mayıs Çayı, premium Turkish tea from Rize for the perfect cup.