Silver needle is one of the most revered of Chinese teas, it is harvested for only a few days in early spring. The spring buds are simply withered and dried naturally over 4 days. The dedication to quality is evident in the pale, ivory colour. The tea is refreshing, sweet and airy on the palate.
Silver needle is best steeped for 5 minutes at 80 degrees, leaves can be used multiple times.
Osmanthus Oolong is a delicately scented green oolong infused with osmanthus flowers. the flavour of the tea is bright, sweet and fruity, with floral aroma and a bright yellow brew. The Osmanthus flower is a symbol of romance in Taiwanese culture, and Osmanthus Oolong is a traditional wedding tea in Taiwan. Use 1 tsp per…
Jasmine tea has a heritage to China’s Ming dynasty (1368-1644). Jasmine wiry green tea is a traditional scented jasmine tea, prized for its sweetness, fragrance and delicately achieved flavour balance between the floral blossoms and the delicate tea leaves. Use 1 tsp per cup, the water temperature should be 75-85 degrees, do not use boiling…
Matcha is rich in catechins, a class of plant compounds in tea that act as natural antioxidants.
(EGCG) available from drinking matcha is 137 times greater than the amount of EGCG available from China Green Tips green tea, and at least three times higher than the largest literature value for other green teas (Weiss and Anderton).
Furthermore, an analysis of 15 studies found that drinking green tea was associated with a decreased risk of liver disease (Yin et al).
One study suggests that matcha tea consumed in a realistic dose can induce slight effects on speed of attention and episodic secondary memory to a low degree (Dietz, Dekker and Piqueras-Fiszman).
Our Jasmine Oolong tea is prepared using traditional methods, where the tea absorbs the Jasmine flower fragrance during the drying process, producing a light aromatic flavour, with a floral scent. Jasmine Oolong Tea blends 2 Teas that have been long time favourites in Asia Use 1 Tsp per cup, water temperature should be 75-85 degrees….
JAPANESE MATCHA POWDERED GREEN TEA, Premium Grade (Ceremonial Grade)
Japanese Matcha is tea leaves that have been ground to a fine powder. This ceremonial grade is made using only the finest tea leaves and buds which have been shade-grown to produce an intense and sweet flavour and turn the Matcha a vibrant green colour. This Matcha has been produced without the use of artificial fertilisers or pesticides.
Grown organically and ground to a fine powder, it is suitable for both drinking and cooking.
Taste: Astringent
Body: Medium
Texture: Sharp
Length: Medium
Harvest: June
Tea Cultivar: Mixed
Cultivation: Shaded
Processing: Steamed, Dried, Roasted
1. Heat water to 80°C.
2. Sieve one teaspoon of Matcha into a cup.
3. Gently pour 200ml of water onto the matcha.
4. Mix with a whisk until a light foam is created on the surface.
5. Serve immediately.
Hibiscus flakes provide a fruit and slightly tart flavoured tea, producing a bright red colour. This can also be used as a natural dye or as a food colouring
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