Assam is the quintessential black Indian tea. Rich, robust, astringent and highly aromatic--milk and sugar complement this tea well.
Put a new twist on tea by serving Ceylon with a slice of orange, instead of lemon. You'll marvel at how well the flavor and aromas meld and support each other. Highly versatile, Ceylon goes well with all the traditional foods of tea time.
Black tea blended with spices and generally served hot or cold with milk and sweetener. There are many favorite recipes for chai, but the spices most often included are cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger and black pepper.
The complex, spicy sweet flavor of Chai is best appreciated on its own, although the tea also goes well with simple desserts or plain baked goods like butter cookies, brioche and croissants.
German Chamomile is an annual flower native to Europe and Asia and it has been successfully introduced to temperate regions throughout the world. This herb is used as a soothing tea, in shampoos and conditioners for light colored hair, in skin care creams and lotions and relaxing bath blends.
This everyday tea has subtle, but typical, no-nonsense green tea flavor that never overwhelms. It's good from the first cup of the morning to the last cup of the day. Try it alone or for a change of pace add lemon, mint or sugar.
Regarded as the champagne of black teas, this complex, very flavorful and aromatic tea is ideal for afternoon tea.
The best known of the scented teas, its unique taste has remained popular for hundreds of years. Natural bergamot oil is sprayed on tea leaves to create a balanced citrus and tea flavor.
This popular blend of black teas has a full, robust, malty (and slight citrus) flavor. It's a good choice for those who prefer a bit of milk or sweetener in their tea.
Lively mango aroma emanates from the peachy golden color of this organic green tea. Calendula petals liven up the blend. Makes a perfect decaf sangria tea. Delicious cold.
This tea has a very rich flavor, with a hint of sweet smokiness. The leaves are rolled into little pellets that unfurl and 'bloom' in the cup.
Smooth, less bitter decaf. Rich amber liquor with less astringent flavor than many black teas. Don't be afraid to switch from green tea to this for a nice change.
This special, hand-selected tea contains silvery-white unopened leaf tips. White tea is the least processed of all teas and is steamed immediately after picking to prevent any oxidation of the leaves. This particular tea is very smooth with delicate floral notes. The liquor is golden and has a light body. Truly a remarkably pleasant and drinkable tea.
A blend of black teas like English Breakfast, this tea is slightly bolder in flavor and makes a malty brew that is well rounded and robust. It's a full-bodied breakfast tea meant to be enjoyed with milk and sweetener, a good choice for those who like a strong, yet flavorful tea.
After curing, the dried green tea leaves are spread out with successive layers of fresh jasmine flowers. The tea absorbs the exotic fragrance and yields it nicely in the cup, making this tea a sensual pleasure to drink.
A dry and unassuming tea with a delightful citrusy flavor, Nilgiri makes an excellent iced tea.
Peppermint is a hybrid of watermint and spearmint. Indigenous to Europe, it is now widely cultivated throughout the world. Sometimes referred to as "the world's oldest medicine" it has been used for centuries to settle tummy upset and freshen breath.
Rooibos is a mild, reddish-brown tea rich in antioxidants. Naturally caffeine-free, this slightly sweet and nutty brew can be enjoyed any time.
A parent of peppermint and one of the oldest mints cultivated, spearmint is used to flavor all types of foods, such as jellies, jams, candies, sauces, desserts and fruit dishes. It is also used to flavor and fragrance toothpaste, mouthwash, lozenges and chewing gum. Spearmint makes a refreshing herbal tea and is delicious iced or hot.
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