Black Tea
Beverages — purine content 2mg per 100g
Low Purine
2
mg/100g
Yes — very low purine, hydrating.
Diet Advice
Black tea is very low in purines and contains antioxidants. Drink in moderation, but be mindful of caffeine. Stay hydrated with water as well.
Recommended Preparation
Hot or iced, without sugar. Add lemon for flavor and vitamin C.
Low Purine Alternatives
Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Purine value: 2mg per 100g of Black Tea (Low purine, green zone).
See the full purine food classification table for all 142 foods, or read the low purine diet guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Black Tea: is it high in purines?
Black Tea: 2mg of purines per 100g, well inside the low-purine band (under 50mg/100g) used on this site. That makes it a comfortable everyday choice in a gout-friendly diet, though portion size and the rest of the plate still count.
Can I eat Black Tea during a gout flare?
Yes. At 2mg per 100g the purine load is well inside the low band, so there is no need to leave Black Tea out during a flare. Light meals and enough fluid matter more here than avoiding a food like this.
What are the best low-purine alternatives to Black Tea?
There is little to substitute here: the purine content already sits in the low band, so the aim is variety rather than replacement. Other low-purine options include tofu, low-fat dairy and most vegetables.