Welcome to the pleasurable tastes and aromas of A Fine Time for Tea. Take time out from your hectic day and sit down and enjoy one of our fresh loose leaf teas. We have a wide variety of Blacks, Greens, Flavored Blacks, Tisanes and Herbal Teas that will surely suite your specific needs. Whether it be a pick-me-up, calm-me-down, or just for the enjoyment of a fresh brewed cuppa, you deserve to be treated to one of the simple pleasures of life.

Please scroll down to read the detailed descriptions of our teas. They also include some important brewing instructions.      Enjoy........and have........... “A Fine Time for Tea”

Black Teas

Black tea is by far the most consumed tea in the Western world and consists of 90% of the tea trade volume. Black tea actually starts out green, but during the production process, the tea is oxidized and turns black releasing the tea's full big bodied flavor. Although many people enjoy black tea taken with milk or sugar, you may find some teas labeled "self drinking" which denotes that this normally powerful tea tastes great alone without the additives. The most common black teas originate in places like China, where the method for making black tea originated. Black Tea is also made in India which supplies a significant portion of black tea, and in Sri Lanka, which is the leader in the world's tea production. Studies all over the world have shown significant benefits from drinking black tea. A study in Saudi Arabia showed improvement in the function of abnormal blood vessels within two hours of drinking black tea! Did you know that tea ranks just as high as most fruits or vegetables in the measurement of antioxidant potential? To make the perfect cup of tea, black tea should steep at the waters third boil. That would mean the water would be erupting with bubbles, a kettle would be singing with all it's glory. This will ensure that the full flavor of the heavy hearty black tea herb would be released for your enjoyment. Steep 3-5 minutes depending on the strength of tea you prefer. Color change will not always indicate the flavor, you must taste test. Sip slow allowing the aroma to reach you first, as the flavor of black tea is first noticed through the sense of smell. These premium black teas come in many unique gourmet blends and are all in loose-leaf form.

India Darjeeling, Tippy Gold Broken Orange Pekoe (TGBOP) 100% Darjeeling

     Origin: Mirik, Darjeeling, India.

This Darjeeling has a distinctly sharp, berry character with good color. This fine tea is from the Mim Estate grown in the Darjeeling district of India, nestled in the southern slopes of the Himalaya Mountains at elevations of 6800 feet. From the town center on a clear day the peak of Mount Everest can be seen. Darjeelings are the most precious tea qualities of the world. They possess an exquisite bouquet and flavor and a distinctive "muscat" character almost wine-like in taste in a lovely and light cup. Legend has it that a thunderbolt of Lord Indra (the king of heaven in Hindu mythology), struck the earth at Observatory Hill. The Tibetan words, "Dorje", meaning the thunderbolt of Indra and "Ling", a place, form "Dorge-Ling" or "Land Of The Thunderbolt". The planting of tea in the Darjeeling district was swift and dramatic. In 1841 Dr. Campbell planted the first seedlings outside his bungalow in the town of Darjeeling. By 1874, almost 15,000 acres had been cleared and replanted with tea, creating most of the area's current 85 plus gardens. Today the total area under tea is nearly 47,000 acres producing only 3% of the country's total annual output, yet the name Darjeeling is probably one of the most recognized names in all of tea. Darjeeling's preeminence as India's foremost producer of premium quality black teas is due to a unique combination of factors. Higher elevation, soil type, hilly terrain with excellent drainage, weather pattern and age and diversity of bush all lend a hand in helping create a flavor profile which cannot be replicated anywhere else on earth. 

Assam Broken Orange Pekoe Tea      Origin: Satrupa, Assam, India.

This Assam is great as part of a blend or by itself provides a bright colored liquor with good body and a full flavor. On both sides of the mighty Brahmaputra river, lie the rolling plains of the world's largest tea growing area. The Assam region consistently produces more tea per acre than any tea-producing region in the world. Tea bushes cover nearly 500,000 acres giving the impression of a gigantic billiard table stretching as far as the eye can see. Around Assam's verdant tea bushes lay India's richest game reserves. Wild elephants, one-horned rhinos, swamp deer, wild buffalo and leopards are just some of the native wildlife in this area. And from this area grows nearly 600 million pounds of tea annually, yielding the strong, pungent, full-bodied liquor that has made Assam world-famous. Assam is the birthplace of India tea. In 1823, Englishman, Robert Bruce discovered Camellia Sinensis growing wild in this region. In 1839 the first eight chests of India tea were offered at the auction in London. All of the gardens in the Assam region are virtually on the same plain with an altitude of approximately 500 feet. The alluvial soil distributed by the river and the climatic conditions of the area, lend themselves ideally to tea cultivation. The basin gets between 80 to 120 inches of rainfall moderately distributed throughout the year with a heavy concentration of monsoon showers from August to mid-October. January and February being the only dry months, cropping begins in early March and extends almost to mid-December. March ushers in the hectic plucking season. The dormant bushes come to life and the first leaves of the new season start sprouting. The picking of the first flush leaves will last 8 to 10 weeks. June begins the season for second flush teas. Assam leaves are characterized by an excessive amount of silvery pubescence called "tip". The "tippy" Assam teas of both first and second flush produce top quality liquor with body and strength. August to October brings the heavy rains. All vegetation grows at a tremendous rate during monsoon season. Rightly called Rains Tea, teas produced during these months account for almost 75% of the region's annual yield. Better suited for CTC (crush, tear, curl) manufacture, Rains Tea has enhanced characteristics of strength, grip and color and is often a favorite in countries where the preference lies in a good, strong cup with milk. Most of the teas manufactured in Assam will be transported by truck or railway to the auction houses in Calcutta, India for sale abroad. A smaller, more convenient auction center has been set up in Gauhati for the sale of teas meant for consumption within the country.

Ceylon Supreme Flowery Orange Pekoe Tea     Origin: Uva, Sri Lanka.  

The rolled and round curly leaf provides a brew with a heavy body. The most precious black tea is grown in the western areas of the island of Sri Lanka. This gourmet tea has a dark liquor. The 'orange' in orange pekoe possibly comes from the fact that these particular leaves have a golden orange color when plucked, or that in China sometimes orange blossoms were added to these leaves for flavor. Another suggestion is that it refers to the Dutch House of Orange. It does not have anything to do with the flavor of the tea leaves themselves.  

Lapsang Souchong tea comes from the Fujian province of China. This is a very distinctive tea with an exotic smoky flavor. Lapsang-Souchong has grown in popularity with those who appreciate single malt Scotch whiskey and fine cigars. The preparation of the leaves involves withering over cypress or pine wood fires. After the rolling process, they are placed into wooden barrels until they begin to emit their own pleasant aroma. As a final step they are placed in bamboo baskets and hung over smoky pine fires where they dry and absorb the smokes essence. The finished tea is thick and black and when steeped in hot water produces a bright burgundy-orange cup of tea. The flavor is assertive and bold.

Formosa Oolong Tea

Flavored Black Teas

Peach Flavored Tea

Ever popular Peach flavored tea is sure to win you over as well. We have truly captured the essence of peach flavor and combined with our gourmet Chinese black tea, this beverage is sure to take center stage. Peach flavored tea compliments any meal when thrown over ice, or is perfectly suited as a dessert tea as well. Satisfy your taste for something sweet anytime of the day by reaching for something quick, easy and delicious…Peach flavored tea.

Peppermint Flavored Tea

Peppermint flavored gourmet tea is unique in the fact that the aroma is stimulating. Crisp, clean and a real eye opener, this make a perfect hot tea for the commute to work. Peppermint flavored tea also makes an excellent iced tea by simply serving it over ice. What a refreshing beverage for a hot summer day. Peppermint has been used for centuries as aromatherapy. Let the aroma of Peppermint flavored tea help stimulate your mind, lift your mood, energize you and improve your concentration. Did I mention that this tea is also one of our best tasting? 

Raspberry Flavored Tea

You see it everywhere... raspberry lotion, raspberry oils, raspberry candles…who doesn’t love the scent of raspberry? Now you can enjoy the aroma as well as the taste of raspberry flavored tea. No need to reach for that calorie filled raspberry dessert, only 2 little calories in our raspberry enhanced beverage. Raspberry gourmet flavored tea makes an exceptional dessert tea or an iced tea. Everyone will be sure you went through so much trouble to serve raspberry iced tea! We won’t tell how easy it was. Chinese black tea sets the stage, we then enhance the cup with a glorious bouquet of raspberry and calendula petals to bring you an unforgettable flavored tea.

Sweet Cherry Flavored Tea

 Sweet cherry flavored tea is quite simply luxurious. What an amazing addition to the base of Chinese black gourmet tea and calendula petals. Fresh aroma, tangy tasty goodness and a long sweet finish make this tea a pure indulgence. No more wishing for a slice of calorie filled cherry pie, satisfy that craving with just 2 little calories and an abundance of flavor with Cherry flavored gourmet tea.  

Tangerine Flavored  

Tisanes are a blend of dried herbs, flowers, roots, nuts, fruits, and natural flavors that have a terrific bold refreshing taste. Add a little sweetener and they make a phenomenal iced tea. Hibiscus leaves and Rose hip are used throughout these herb and fruit blends, which give the added benefit of naturally occurring vitamin C. Made with the best ingredients that Mother Earth has offered us, this is a delicious path to good health! Tisanes, also known as an herbal infusion, are not made from tea leaves, but they are brewed with the same method. A little Tisane goes a long way! Steep in boiling water to your preferred level of strength, then either serve immediately or throw it over some ice as a cool refreshing summer time drink. Kids are also fans of the fruity Tisanes! Offer one up instead of soda or sugary juice and feel great knowing they are quenching their thirst with something wholesome. We have even had customers write in to tell us they made Popsicles using Tisanes! Fruit and Herb Tisanes are the secret to feeling great! Tisanes are any beverage that is brewed like tea.

Apricot Supreme Tisane

This fruit tisane contains peach, apricot, rosehips, hibiscus leaves, and marigold petals. The marigold plant is known to stimulate the liver and it has anti-inflammatory properties. This blend is an excellent antiphlogisitc for skin disease. It promotes wound healing and can help throat and mouth infections. Tisane is not only an amazing drink when you sip it warm from a teacup, but also it is also just as delicious poured over ice and sipped on a hot summer day. Your family can enjoy the taste, hot or cold, and you’ll feel great knowing that you are benefiting their bodies with each and every sip.

Berry Berry Tisane

Black & Red Currants, raisins, rose hips, and hibiscus leaves. You can’t go wrong with currants they are unbelievable. Black and red currants are known to have twice the potassium of bananas and four times the vitamin C of oranges and twice the antioxidants of blueberries! They have amazing anti-inflammatory action and can reduce the effects of arthritis.

Cranberry Apple Tisane

Cranberry, apple, rosehips, and hibiscus leaves. Naturally sweet and tart cranberries are used to maintain heart health and preventing urinary tract infections. This is the tea that we chose as our house tea at “A Fine Time for Tea”. It was so well liked, we never changed it to anything else.

Lemon Mango Tisane

 Mango, lemon, apple, hibiscus leaves, rose hips. The lemon itself is amazing. High in vitamin C and bioflavonoid, it helps to prevent infection, strengthens veins, blood vessels and capillaries and helps to prevent bruising and varicose veins. It is also an anti rheumatic; antioxidant and can help reduce a fever and acid wastes from the body. This was also one of the favorite teas of our customers, young and old.

Herbal Teas

 The benefits of drinking herbal tea have been known for centuries. Made from Mother Earth’s own herbs and fruits, they offer a distinct and exciting taste that is also good for you. Each cup offers vital nutrients, vitamins and minerals that come in the form of a simply made, delicious tea. Served hot or cold, sweetened or plain, you can drink your herbal tea and know you are doing your body well. We add hibiscus leaves and Rosehips throughout these herb and fruit blends, which give the added benefit of naturally occurring vitamin C. Enjoy reading where this tea originates from, its history, its flavor and its reported health benefits. With this many tempting flavors, you are sure to find a few to benefit your body and to fall in love with.

Emperor Ying's Feel Better Tea

Looking for something to help you through that cold dreary winter? Emperor Ying's Feel Better Tea will certainly make the cold season a bit more manageable. High in vitamin C and other vitamins and minerals Emperor Ying's tea will keep you from feeling worn down. Because it is high in antioxidants the Feel Better Tea will also give you that boost you need when you feel a cold coming on. Not only does Emperor Ying’s feel better tea rejuvenate you and promote better health, but it has a delicious refreshing Minty flavor as well. Known for its amazingly clean crisp aroma, mint also aids in the treatment of asthma, congestion, allergies, as well as many digestive issues. Mint can also naturally induce sweating when taken with fever, naturally bringing the body temperature down. Make sure that when this tea is steeped, it is covered to prevent valuable volatile oils from evaporating. Jamie R. says this about Feel Better Tea..."I just had to share with everyone that Emperor Ying tea is a staple item in my house. The minute one of us starts with a cold, it's the first thing we reach for. Without the medicinal side effects, the next day we wake up better. It's just awesome!" Serve it up nice and hot in the winter to sooth and relax you. Throw it over some ice in the summer and the cold minty fresh taste will perk you up and keep you going. Don't wait until you feel bad to try it, enjoy Emperor Ying’s feel good herbal tea anytime!

Peppermint Herbal Tea

Peppermint is one of the oldest known herbs. In fact, it has been found in 3000 year old Egyptian tombs. The Japanese cultivated it 2000 years ago as a source of menthol and it is still used today as the primary ingredient in many commercial medicinal remedies. Peppermint has been known to relieve gastrointestinal disorders, local aches and pains, and to reduce stress. Its aroma is refreshing and rejuvenating, and its taste is deliciously clean and wintry. Many studies have reported that peppermint can be used to boost mental powers; so much so, that it is even given to children prior to testing in many schools! Peppermint is a hybrid cross between water mint and spearmint and is rich in vitamin B, calcium and potassium. Peppermint herbal tea is a delightfully refreshing beverage that calms your body yet stimulates your mind...sounds perfect for your desk at work! 3000 years worth of medicine men and healers can't be wrong, go ahead and give it a try! Served hot or cold, either way it's going to change the way you think about tea! 

Rooibos African Red Bush Tea

Rooibos tea comes from the South African Red Bush and although it is a popular beverage in southern Africa, it is only grown in a very small area of the Western Cape Province. This tea has a unique, very enjoyable herbal flavor unlike anything else you have tried. Naturally sweet, most people will find they like it without adding sugar. It is also unique in the fact that it will not become bitter if steeped too long. Some places in Africa actually leave it to steep for days! Rooibos tea contains no caffeine and no added colors or preservatives, making it a natural beverage. Rooibos has been shown to aid in health problems such as insomnia, irritability, headaches, nervous tension, and hypertension. Its reported health benefits are making this tea particularly popular in the western countries among the health conscious consumers. Studies also show that this tea contains anti-spasmodic agents, which can relieve stomach cramping and colic in infants. In South Africa, Rooibos is used to treat allergies, hay fever, asthma, eczema, and irritated skin very effectively by being brewed, cooled, and placed directly on infected areas. Rooibos contains anti-oxidants, which can help slow the aging process and boost the immune system. It also contains the minerals, copper, iron and potassium, calcium, fluoride, zinc, manganese, alpha-hydroxy (for healthy skin) and magnesium (for the nervous system). Early on Dr le Fras Nortier realized the potential of this wild tea. He encouraged farmers to try to grow rooibos since it was so difficult to find or to cultivate. After many failed attempts, there was finally success and the price of the rooibos seeds soon rose to be the most expensive vegetable seed in the world. You may have heard about this tea recently as it is featured in the “Ladies Detective Agency”.

Yerba Mate Tea

Beneath the rainforest canopy in South America, the Guarani Indians have been drinking the steeped juice of the leaves of the wild yerba tree-bush for centuries. They cite numerous health benefits, including increased immune system strength, improved digestion, stress reduction, and stimulation of mental processes. In 1964 the Pasteur Institute and the Paris Scientific society concluded "it is difficult to find a plant in any area of the world equal to Mate in nutritional value" and that Yerba (pronounced Sherba) Mate contains "practically all of the vitamins necessary to sustain life." Today, over 300,000 tons of Yerba Mate is produced yearly for consumption in Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and Paraguay. It is truly the South American passion! Yerba Mate comes from a tree, "Ilex Paraguariensis", cultivated in South America. The yerba is the leaves; dried and crushed to make a tea-like herb. You may add sugar or honey to sweeten the Yerba as the Argentineans do. Or drink it plain as the majority of South America does. To allow proper flavor release and to avoid a bitter flavor, Yerba tea should be steeped in hot water, not boiling. By using a "hot steep" you can infuse the same tea leaves several times and still experience an excellent tea. You will find this tea to be vegetal, herbal, and grassy much like a green tea. It is common practice still today to have friends gather round for a passing of the gourd. Passed in a counterclockwise motion, the gourd filled with Yerba Mate is passed from person to person drinking until the host, who prepares the beverage, runs out of water.

Green Teas

The Chinese have been using Green Tea for medicinal purposes for over 4000 years. Today, the western world is finally coming to realize the amazing benefits of drinking green tea. Green Tea contains polyphenols, which are naturally occurring compounds that act as antioxidants for disease prevention and treatment of many illnesses. The level of polyphenols is higher in green tea because green tea is unoxidized, Unlike Oolong tea which is partially oxidized and black tea is fully oxidized. These unaltered polyphenols are green tea's primary active ingredients. Scientific evidence shows us that Green Tea has been clinically proven to lower cholesterol, reduce blood pressure, aid digestion, fight fatigue, preserve younger-looking skin, and promote oral health. Green Tea has also been known to reduce LDL cholesterol levels preventing the abnormal formation of blood clots. Considering blood clots are the leading cause of heart attacks and strokes, this has been a huge breakthrough, and gives us a better understanding as to why Japanese men, who drink green tea, have a very low rate of heart disease. Asia has been experiencing the health benefits of Green Tea for ages. Did you know that scientific studies have also confirmed that the art of making tea, taking time to slow down and prepare the drink, will have a calming effect and help to lower your stress level? A warm cup of Green Tea in your hand can also bring forth a flood of positive feelings because medical evidence shows people associate physical warmth with emotional warmth. Is there anything this drink can't do? The best part is, it may have even more medicinal benefits beyond our understanding, but with no big chalky pill to swallow! Hot or cold, sweetened or plain, good health has never been this easy!

Chinese Hyson Tea     Origin: Anhui Province, China

Chinese Hyson green tea originates from Anhui province in China. This green tea was so highly favored in the 18th century that the British Tea Tax was higher for this particular variety over all other origins. Hy-son translates to Flourishing Spring and these particular varietals impart the fresh green character you would expect to be a part of any springtime experience. This young Hyson tea is a highly graded tea and is sure to meet your expectations with a full body and smooth greenish tasting liquor. This tea is harvested before the rains and carries a delicious earthy, sunny flavor. Hyson green tea is best boiled at a water temperature of less than 180F degrees. Steeping too long or in too hot of water can cause bitterness. Use only one teaspoon per 6oz cup of water. Served hot it typically doesn't require milk or sugar however; it is also excellent served cold and is delightful with a garnish of lemon or a twist of lime. The health benefits of this green tea are exceptional, and the flavor is outstanding making this a time tea favorite.

Formosa Oolong Tea (see also in Black Teas)     Origin: Taiwan

Oolong tea gets its name from the Chinese wu-lung, which means, Black dragon and it represents a cross between green and black tea. Gaining more and more popularity in the US, once you try it, Formosa Oolong tea might quite possibly turn out to be your new favorite! Loaded with potential health benefits this is a beautiful tea with full, refreshing, fruity-sweet aromas and flavors to match. Like many things in the world, Oolong tea was discovered by accident. A Chinese gardener was getting ready to prepare his tea when a deer distracted him. He killed and prepared the deer and forgot all about his tea leaves. The next day when he rediscovered them, he thought they might have gone bad since they had started to change color, but he decided to finish the process anyway. After all the preparations were made, he sat to have his tea and realized that this was a much more flavorful and aromatic tea that what he had been drinking...and Oolong was born. Formosa Oolong teas are produced in Taiwan, next to China, and they produce the largest quantity of Oolong in the world. Leaves are plucked as the sun rises and then are laid out to wither in the hot sun. The leaves may be intentionally bruised slightly to stimulate the fermentation process. Tea artisans that are waiting for the perfect blend of red and green leaves watch over them carefully. The leaves are then dried, expertly graded and passed through strict quality control for packaging. Formosa Oolong teas have a long list of potential health benefits because they are only partially fermented and remain essentially in their natural state. Oolong tea leaves are full of antioxidants and polyphenols that, when drank daily, may protect you from serious illnesses such as cancer and heart disease. Formosa Oolong tea is also an excellent addition to your weight loss program. The combination of antioxidants and caffeine has been shown to speed up your metabolism without making you jittery the way other caffeinated beverages can. Formosa Oolong tea is an amazingly delicious beverage that is incredibly delicious served either hot or over ice. You can drink it throughout the day and know that you are benefiting your body with hydration, antioxidants and polyphenols. The eastern world has known the benefits of Formosa Oolong for generations and that may explain why the numbers of people who suffer from disease are staggeringly different than in the US. Formosa Oolong is like taking your medicine with a spoon full of sugar! Give your body something refreshing and rejuvenating with essential benefits your body needs all while enjoying a simple cup of tea.

Japanese Genmaicha

Origin: Japan

Japanese Genmaicha tea is an incredible example of the art of tea, and is a perfect tea for those new to green tea. Its young leaves are harvested from carefully tended to tea bushes. Puffs of roasted, hulled rice are then added giving the appearance of popcorn tea . The name Genmaicha actually translates to brown rice tea. The cup is full bodied and sweet with a delicious toasty flavor. How did this strange combination of tea and rice come about? Legend has it that in the 1400's, while serving hot tea to a samurai warlord, a servant named Genamai leaned to far forward and the rice snack in his pocket fell into the samurai's tea. To their surprise, popping commenced upon the rice falling into the near boiling water. Intrigued, the samurai tasted the tea and was overwhelmed with delight in the new found flavor. He then named the tea after Genmai and it was to be served every day thereafter. Now you too can enjoy Genmaicha as an everyday tea, in the afternoon or evening and savor its delicate flavor. This gourmet green tea is exceptionally popular with the Japanese children with an after school snack, especially because it is naturally lower in caffeine than most green teas. Homeopathic Asian and Indian healers have used Genmaicha tea along with most all green teas, for centuries. This tea can help to regulate blood sugar, enhance mental performance, and improve bone mineral density and so much more! It's not a hand full of pills, it's a beautiful fusion of science and nature, Mother Earth’s very best. It is suggested that you use 1 heaping teaspoon per 6oz of fresh water. Start with cool water and cook to the point you see steam rise. Add tea at that point and steep 1-2 minutes until your tea displays gorgeous brownish yellow liquor.

Japan Sencha Tea Origin: Japan

Japan Sencha is a traditional green tea of excellent quality with big leaves, a bright cup and the Japanese taste you expect. Green teas have been neither fermented nor withered. Instead, the leaves are simply sterilized in steam, hot air, or hot pans to prevent fermentation. The leaves are picked in spring therefore producing a green color leaf and light, pale, greenish-yellow sparkling liquor often with considerable aroma, body and flavor. This tea is distinct because of its slight vegetal notes. Sencha, which is produced in Japan, Taiwan, and China is an everyday tea commonly found in homes and offices throughout Asia. This extraordinarily delicious green tea is rich in vitamin C and has numerous potential health benefits, but is most known to be sipped with meals to aid in digestion. It was the Buddhist monks that first brought tea to Japan. They brought along with it, the tea culture and tea plants. It took six centuries before tea was fully embraced by the Japanese, but by then it was a full-blown love affair. Cha-no-yu is a Japanese tea ceremony that includes ceremonial tastings, contests and all things tea. Almost all of the tea made in Japan is green tea. It is carefully tended to, painstakingly prepared, and finally enjoyed in ceremony. We recommend that when brewing Japanese Sencha, you brew 4 teaspoons in 1 3/4 cup of 194-degree boiling water. Infuse for 1-2 minutes. For optimal flavor we suggest that you use cool bottled water.

Jasmine Tea     Origin: China

This is a delicately flavored Jasmine tea, semi-fermented and liberally mixed with whole ivory flowers of jasmine. These delicate flowers were picked at dawn prior to opening; they were kept cool during the day to avoid opening and releasing their scent too soon. In the evening they are gathered and delivered to the green tea where they open and over the next four hours. They intoxicate the green tea with their aroma. This process may be done between four to seven times before tea is sufficiently scented. The tea is then fired again to remove any excess moisture, and sealed for shipping. The floral notes create a tea of sweet Jasmine aroma and a tantalizing flavor in a very bright cup. Jasmine tea has a refreshing taste that makes an excellent iced tea. The sweet smelling romantic jasmine aroma is sure to delight your senses. Jasmine green tea has been around since the Song dynasty (A.D 960-1279) and is possibly the most popular scented tea in the world. Because of the green tea base, it has countless potential health benefits including reducing stress, regulating aging, lowering blood pressure and preventing certain cancers. Jasmine flavored green tea is perfect for those ready to get back to the goodness of nature.

Temple of Heaven Gunpowder Tea     Origin: Zheijang China

Gunpowder Special Imperial Grade Gunpowder green tea, from Zheijang China, is among the most popular teas in the world and it resembles its namesake. This Chinese loose-leaf tea, with the most unusual name, is very tightly rolled and is of the highest grade available. Temple of Heaven Gunpowder tea will delight you as you watch the firmly rolled pellets bloom into flowery tea petals. It promises to give your cup of tea a deep, rich, exceptional flavor and a refreshing clean taste.
Gunpowder is a most unique green tea gets its name because the tightly rolled green leaves resemble the powder used in cannons on 18th century British ships. The tight roll helps Gunpowder remain fresher, longer than other teas. When fully steeped, the tender whole leaves unfurl revealing this deep, rich flavor with a medium body. To brew an exceptional cup of Temple of heaven Gunpowder tea, we suggest you use one to two pellets in a pot of water at 158-176 degrees. Let the tea unfurl for 3 minutes before transferring to a teacup. This tea is wonderfully enticing alone however; you can also flavor it with a fresh sprig of mint, as the Moroccan's do, or a slice of lemon. Sugar also brings out a touch of sweetness and will only add to the character of this gourmet tea. Temple of heaven Gunpowder makes a terrific iced tea the whole family will enjoy.

We hope you will have always have “A Fine Time for Tea”. If there are any other types of teas that you are looking for please give us a call. Phone (925) 234-2543  Web: www.afintimefortea.com  

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