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About Tea Trader
We are making progress with the new web site which
we are hoping to have in place sometime in the
second quarter of 2018 – just in time to show off the
new season teas. Until then please continue to call us
or send an email.
The strike in Darjeeling finally ended in late
September. We were able to purchase more First
Flush teas to keep our tins full. There will not be any
meaningful production till the first teas of 2018 come
to market, that will be in April. We intend to
purchase right away!
Whatever your taste, enjoy your tea
Please call, email or send us a completed order form
to order tea. The shipping charge for any order is :
C$ Canada Post FedEx Ground
Alberta 12.00 20.00
Canada 15.00 22.00
U. S. A 18.00 24.00
International - please ask, we will charge at cost
We accept most payment methods :
MC/Visa/AmEx
Cheque (Canadian/US Dollars)
The exchange rate for cheque payment is C$1.20 /
US$ (revised August 1st, 2017) and is subject to
change.
Delivery is normally within a week in Canada and
two weeks to the USA. If faster delivery is required
please enquire, we will charge at cost. Tea is shipped
in lined paper bags.
Update for 12th December 2017 : Late arrivals from Assam just in time for Christmas (Harmutty STGFOP1S
and Borpatra GFBOPS), winter warmers!
We are located in the historic neighbourhood
of Inglewood :
Tea Trader
1228A, 9th Avenue S E
Calgary, Alberta
T2G 0T1
Our shop is open at the following times :
Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 - 5:00
Sunday 12:00 – 4:00
We open on Mondays in December and close
between Christmas and New Year.
See the Key section on page 15 to find notes
associated with each tea
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Darjeeling
Darjeeling Whyte
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
One of just a handful of teas still
delivered in a chest! Large leaves
give a smooth and fulfilling taste.
Oaks Exotic Tea
(28.00/53.00/103.00 O-FF)
Attractive leaf yields a rich vegetal
aroma with delicate notes of citrus
and sweet grass. Oaks is one of the
oldest plantations in the region
located in Sonada Valley
Glenburn First Flush
(24.00/45.00/87.00 O-FF)
Made from only the finest tender
shoots plucked from clonal bushes
during the onset of Spring. The
liquor is light and bright, smooth on
the palate with undertones of citrus, flowers and
peach.
Poobong STGBOP1
(13.00/25.00/48.00 FF)
Enjoy added to a breakfast tea or on
its own. The small dark leaves give a
brisk and chocolate flavour. The
estate is tucked away between the hill
stations of Sukhiapokhri and Ghoom in Darjeeling.
Makaibari FTGFOP1S
(28.00/53.00/103.00 O-SF)
This is a full-bodied tea that has a
pronounced fragrance of the dried
Muscat grape. It has an explosion of
flavours that are light and dry with a
long finish.
Darjeeling Hoopoe Choice
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
Tea Trader's house collection of fine
Darjeeling teas, blended to be rich
and refreshing in the cup.
Glenburn Autumn Crescendo
(18.00/34.00/65.00 O)
This Autumn Flush tea is full bodied
and mellow and has a delicate
flowery bouquet with undertones of
malt and a long finish.
Nepal
Nepal Wonder Black
(24.00/45.00/87.00)
Long, carefully hand-rolled leaves
make this tea unmistakable. It brews
a fine delicate cup, with light aroma.
Nepal High Grown Black
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
A hand rolled tea has large unbroken
leaves and from China stock at high
elevation. The cup is light in colour
brewing a fine and aromatic flavour.
Nepal Green
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
One of the few machine-rolled teas
manufactured by this grower, it
brews a light and brisk brew.
India
Contents
Admiral Grey’s Tea Chest …15 Blends …. 9 Ceylon … 10 China … 4 Flavoured … 11
Formosa … 7 From the Fairest Cape … 12 India … 2 Infusions .... 14 Japan …. 9 Kenya …. 10
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Maloom FTGFOP1
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
From a small garden on the top of the
world, this is a veritable high grown
tea with an aromatic and flowery
taste.
Sikkim
Temi TGFOP1
(18.00/34.00/65.00 SF)
This later season tea has a colourful
leaf with lots of tip. It brews an
amber cup, highly aromatic and
spicy to taste.
Assam
Assam Hand Rolled Silver Needle
(28.00/53.00/103.00 FF)
From this spring’s picking, we are
excited to add another white tea from
India. Sweet and delicate with all the
top notes of a high quality, tippy tea,
it has fine, silver-haired downy buds and brews a
light and refreshing cup.
Harmutty STGFOP1S
(15.00/29.00/56.00 NEW-SF-RA)
Long twisted leaves infuse to yield the full-bodied,
intensive flavour characteristic of teas from this
region. You may prefer to enjoy this tea with a dash
of milk. The estate is one of the oldest in Assam,
being planted in 1870.
Colonel’s Assam
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Full coloured, bright, cuppy tea with
distinct malty flavour from the
Assam region of India
Meleng Golden Tips
(21.00/39.00/75.00 SF)
The large leaf has abundant golden
tip that yields an amber brew with
hints of warm, sweet spices and
malt.
Borpatra GFBOPS
(13.00/25.00/48.00 NEW-SF-RA)
The well graded orthodox leaf with a modicum of tip
is perfect as a breakfast get-me-up. The tea estate is
located in the Sibsagar district, with the Dilli River
forming the northern border.
Ten Gardens
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
We can’t name them all! Take a step
back in time to enjoy the traditional
British cuppa of 100% Assam CTC
tea.
Namdang BP
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Quality and appearance make this a
good example of an Assam
manufactured by the CTC method. It
cups well with milk producing an
even, strong and deep coloured infusion.
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Assam Green FTGFOP
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
This second flush offering has neat
olive green leaves with a sweet
aroma, has medium body and has
plenty of flavour.
Bihar
Doke Rolling Thunder Oolong
(18.00/34.00/65.00 O)
From Bihar province of India along
the Doke River; this oolong has an
almost Assam-like malty, honeyed
flavour with undertones of grape.
Nilgiri
Nilgiri BOP
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Tea is grown at high elevation in the
Blue Mountains, typically above
5000 feet. These teas are brisk,
pungent and full-bodied often
compared to those of Ceylon.
Green Tea Powder
(12.00/23.00/44.00/16.00 Tin)
Though perfected by the Japanese
over 1000 years ago, green tea
powder (matcha) originated by way
of Zen Buddhism. Made with the
powdered leaves that have undergone minimal
oxidation.
Jade Apple Oolong
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Oolong with Apple flavour -
perfectly refreshing hot or cold - try
as an iced tea or brew in a pot!
Organic Pinhead Gunpowder
(12.00/23.00/44.00 O)
Also known as pearl tea, this
offering has small tender buds
rendering a sweet aroma, an amber
liquor and a penetrating flavour.
Jasmine Teas
Yin Hao Jasmine
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
Elegantly shaped leaves with downy,
silver tips and few flowers. The
infusion has a wonderful bouquet
and delicate flavour.
Jasmine and Flowers
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
The classic China green tea laced
with the full aroma and oil of the
Jasmine flower.
Jasmine Dragon Pearls
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
Dragon Pearls are grown, steamed
and hand rolled on farms in the
Fujian Mountains from the top two
leaves and the bud of new season
growth. The infusion is light, fresh and sweet.
Anhui
Huang Shan Mao Feng
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
A classic Chinese green tea where
only the new tea buds and the leaf
next to the bud are picked. Light and
fresh, slightly nutty with a floral
sweetness and a pale apricot colour.
Imperial Black No. 10
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
A superior Keemun possessing
winey, full colour and the
characteristic hint of smokiness of a
quality Keemun.
China
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Keemun Hao Ya AA
(44.00/85.00/167.00)
If you enjoy Keemun teas - enjoy
this superlative grade while we have
a small quantity in stock!
Keemun Hao Ya A
(26.00/49.00/95.00)
Possessing a uniform and well-
shaped congou leaf, this popular tea
retains a full complement of
complex flavours and aroma.
Keemun Mao Feng Black
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
This superior, full leaf grade of
Keemun is a variety that is carefully
processed so the shape resembles
that of Mao Feng green tea.
Fujian
Mutan Silver Tips
(18.00/34.00/65.00)
White tea with a delicate ‘peony’
flavour, displaying long silver tips.
Unrolled and unfermented, a unique
tea.
White Monkey
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
Otherwise known as Baimao Hou,
this is a delicate green tea named
after the appearance of the leaves
which are said to resemble the
hands of a white-haired monkey.
Organic Shui Hsien Oolong
(18.00/34.00/65.00)
This traditional oolong has natural
orchid-like flavour with a lingering
fragrance and possesses a clear,
bright, amber colour.
Dà Hóng Páo
(28.00/53.00/103.00)
This legendary tea, a Wuyi Rock
Oolong, is offered as a premium
grade tea brewing a deep gold/amber
cup. The taste is smooth with a
fragrant finish.
Goddess of Mercy Premium
(18.00/34.00/65.00)
Brewed in traditional Yixing pots
this oolong is fragrant, fruity and
delicate. It sports curled leaves and
can be infused several times.
Lapsang Souchong Superior Grade
(21.00/39.00/75.00 O)
A high grade, tippy leaf gives this
classic smoked tea a more refined
and nuanced character.
China Lapsang Souchong
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Full charcoal smokiness, dark and
thick, Lapsang Souchong with a
large leaf brews an esoteric cup.
Wild Lapsang Souchong
(18.00/34.00/65.00 O)
From the Wuyi mountains, where
the highest trees grow at 2158m, tea
plants can be more than 200 years
old. It is not smoked but pine tree
branches are used to dry the tea, giving the leaves a
pine and honey-like flavour.
Golden Needle Fujian
(24.00/45.00/87.00)
Long slender black leaves, a late
picked Panyong which brews a tea
reminiscent of an Assam, deep in
colour and spice.
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Lichee Congou
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
A large leaf, black China scented tea
with a very characteristic flavour
derived from the fruit.
Rose Congou
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Scented by rose petals to give a
fragrant tea with delicate aroma and
taste on the palate.
Guangxi
Guangxi Guihua
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Flower scented green tea with the
prominent aroma of guihua, also
known as osmanthus.
Yunnan
Ancient Baked Heart Green
(21.00/39.00/75.00 O)
Growing at elevations of 6,000 to
7,200 feet on Wu Liang Mountain;
this tea is harvested from ancient tea
trees that produce a high quality
green tea. The liquor is a light, golden green with
medium body, notes of toasted rice and wild flowers.
Ancient Artisan Bi Luo Chun
(26.00/49.00/95.00 O)
Toasted pine nut taste with a light
sweet finish. This tea has a heartier,
more full body than Bi Luo Chun
from other regions.
Black Luo Cha Snail Shape
(21.00/39.00/75.00 O)
Tea leaves carefully rolled into the
shape of a spiral. The infusion
produces an amber-colored liquor
that is as smooth as aged Pu-erh tea
and has a malty sweet taste and lovely fragrance with
a hint of chocolate and flowers.
Mengku Valley Raw Pu Erh
(24.00/45.00/87.00 O)
This long and twisted raw pu erh is
picked from rare, big leaf trees
which grow at a staggering elevation
of 7,200 feet on Wuliang Mountain,
the youngest being 'only' 150 years
old. Bright, golden liquor with notes of tobacco and
earthy wildness.
Yunnan Moonlight White
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
The leaves are taken from trees over
400 years old.... This white tea has
long leaves, white on one side and
shadowy grey on the other.
Yunnan Green Pagoda
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
A mild-flavoured artisan tea made
with a large leaf variety giving
steady fragrance and an elegant after
taste.
Yunnan Organic Green
(16.00/30.00/57.00 O)
Look at the small needle green
leaves of many shades - this is a
classic green tea from a province
most noted for black. We think you
will give it the thumbs up!
Black Dragon Ball Hong Long Zhu
(28.00/53.00/103.00)
This special tea is completely hand-
crafted by rolling the highest quality
leaves and buds. When steeped, each
ball will slowly unfurl resembling
blossoming flowers. The taste is mellow with a touch
of earthiness and subtle cocoa notes.
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Black Needle Cangyuan
(24.00/45.00/87.00 O)
This tea in particular has a red apple,
cocoa bean aroma and has been
hand-roasted in a wok over wood
fire in the traditional way. It takes its
name from its stunning leaf and its
origin on the border of Myanmar. This is a rare
organic tea not to be missed!
Yunnan Organic Black
(14.00/27.00/52.00 O)
This large tippy leaf tea brews a full
coloured cup. Enjoy its spicy flavour
with distinct flowery overtones.
Golden Monkey
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
This striking black tea (resplendent
with large golden buds reminiscent
of curled monkey paws) is rich,
smooth and full bodied with deep
earthy notes and an underlying sweetness of cedar
and honey thrown in.
Yunnan Mao Jian
(30.00/57.00/111.00 O)
Grown on cloud enveloped hillsides
where tea was first cultivated, this
black tea has long large golden tips
and infuses to give a light yellow
liquor which is refreshing and smooth to the palate.
10 Year Pu Erh
(24.00/45.00/87.00)
Crafted from a big leaf tea of brown
or dark red colour which imparts a
sweet, mellow flavour and
properties associated with longevity.
Pu Erh
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
We stock a matured variety having
the full earthy qualities you expect
from an aged tea!
Pu Erh Tea Brick
(26.00/250g)
If you like Pu Erh and have not tried
a brick tea, this is the one we
recommend!
Mini Tuo Cha
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Small individually wrapped cakes of
Pu Erh. Just right for a mug of tea, the
leaves can be re-infused up to three or
four times.
Pu Erh Cake
(40.00/350g)
The tea is formed into a flat cake and
left to age. It has a smooth body and
rich flavour. Break off a small piece
and crumble it into your teapot.
Zhejiang
Dragonwell First Grade
(26.00/49.00/95.00)
A choice grade enjoyed equally by
seasoned drinkers and tea explorers.
Pale golden infusion with a slightly
sweet aftertaste. This tea is produced
in Longjing Village near Hangzhou.
Green
Formosa Gunpowder
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
A large Souchong leaf which
unfolds giving a pungency and a
light straw coloured infusion.
Oolong
Taiwan Oriental Beauty
(36.00/69.00/135.00)
This oolong has a slightly heavy,
slightly sweet cup and possesses a
complex and compelling aroma.
Formosa
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Organic Dong Ding Oolong
(24.00/45.00/87.00 O)
The broad leaf has been minimally
oxidized with a light to medium
roast, giving it a rich taste and fresh
aroma with a slightly creamy finish.
Jinxuan Milk Oolong
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
Unique smell and flavour, smooth,
creamy, buttery quality with
lingering aftertaste.
Superfancy Oolong Silvertip
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
This large leaf, early flush tea has
large buds evident in the infusion.
Graded as Silvertip, this tea has most
superior characteristics.
Bamboo Mountain Dong Ding
(18.00/34.00/65.00)
Grown at lower elevation, at about
800m, this offering received a
lighter roasting resulting in a bright
yellow cup.
Four Seasons Jasmine Oolong
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
Known as Si Ji Chun, the Four
Seasons Spring tea bush cultivar,
this oolong thrives at middle
elevations in Taiwan's central
highlands.
Organic GABA Oolong
(21.00/39.00/75.00 O)
Organic GABA oolong is a light and
refreshing tea with crisp fruit
flavours and a hint of bubbly
creaminess. Its unusual method of
processing involves exposure to a
nitrogen rich environment.
Formosa Oolong
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
With classic nutty, peachy flavour,
light body, very aromatic and devoid
of astringency, this is a perfect
refreshment for any time of day.
Ginseng Oolong
(15.00/29.00/56.00)
Known as “King's Tea”; Ginseng
Oolong has a floral, orchid-like
aroma with a lingering sweetness
characteristic of a quality Taiwanese
Oolong and a slight tartness from the ginseng. A
healthy and delicious pairing!
Osmanthus Oolong
(18.00/34.00/65.00)
This blend combines the creamy
quality of a Jinxuan oolong with the
fragrant and slightly fruity
sweetness of osmanthus flowers.
Orange Blossom Oolong
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Combining the fine qualities of an
oolong with orange petals results in
slight sweetness and a delicate
aroma.
Black
Formosa Lapsang Souchong
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
If you enjoy the rich, smokiness of a
China Lapsang Souchong....try this
grown in Taiwan. Possessing a well
sized, slatey leaf with full body,
pungency and a distinctive tarry flavour.
Genmai Cha Organic
(21.00/39.00/75.00 O)
Combine the astringency and pale
colour of a Japanese tea with toasted
rice to give a decidedly wheaty
flavour.
Japan
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Yame Gyokuro
(44.00/50g O)
A prized gyokuro tea with long, fine
leaves infusing to give a jade green
liquor that is smooth and flavourful.
Gyokuro Asahi
(58.00/113.00/223.00)
This hand-made rarity has long pine
needle-shaped, dark green leaves
and infuses a clear light yellow with
fresh grass scent and a highly
aromatic taste. Reinfuses many times.
Sencha Fukujyu
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
Carefully processed and slightly
steamed before rolling and drying,
this tea infuses a light olive green
colour and offers a strong, distinct
flavour.
Bancha Organic
(15.00/29.00/56.00 O)
A late harvest tea, bancha is the
everyday tea of Japan. Considered
healthy, it is low in caffeine and high
in Vitamin C.
Alberta Clipper
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
Enjoy the full colour and body of an
Assam/Yunnan base with the
unmistakable signature of
Darjeeling. Tea with enough
strength to combat the coldest of climates!
Mr. Maxey's Own
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Ceylon/Indian/China teas combine
for a medium strength/full coloured
breakfast tea.
Russian Caravan
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Blended to conjure up the sweat and
travail of a caravan delivering its
load of China teas to Russia. This
blend has light smokiness from
China black tea with a signature of oolong.
English Breakfast
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
The beloved get-me-up for a cold
day. This tea has been many things
in tea's long history; we blend a full
coloured, brisk, strong blend of
Ceylon and Indian small leaf teas.
Calgary Welsh Breakfast
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
This combination of traditional
small leaf teas will take you back to
the land of our fathers. The cup has
full strength with a hint of
smokiness.
Irish Breakfast
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
A strong, full blend of Assams
combined with the richness of
Kenyan leaf. Enjoy beside the fire
for a heartwarming cup.
Bow River Breakfast
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
Tea Trader’s blend of Assam and
Darjeeling teas – a classic
combination enjoyed for many
years. This breakfast tea is full
flavoured with taste and aroma.
Decaffeinated Leaf
(18.00/34.00/65.00)
Large Souchong China leaf
processed to remove caffeine but
retaining the body of a good tea.
Blends
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Earl Grey Leaf
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Decaf (16.00/30.00/57.00)
The classic black tea favoured by tea
drinkers worldwide. Colour,
strength and full bergamot aroma
and taste.
Maverick
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
In celebration of Alberta, a black tea
blend combining tangy blood
orange, peaches, apricots and a hint
of vanilla!
Famous 5
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Five teas (Assam, Darjeeling,
Keemun, Passionfruit and Rose
Congou) combine in tribute to the
struggle and determination of five
women important in Canadian history.
Harries' Toffee Cream
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Old Thomas was the tea purveyor
from his shop in a village in South
Wales. A black dessert tea flavoured
with toffee caramel.
Rocky Mountain Chai
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
Whole, crushed Indian spices and
black tea combine to give an
authentic taste. Traditionally served
strong with hot milk and a dollop of
honey.
Emerald Lake Chai
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
On the slopes of the Rocky
Mountains is a beautiful lake.
Vanilla and spices makes a gem of a
green tea.
Caledon Ginger Chai
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
Enlivened with hand-crushed spices
in a base of Rooibos and
Honeybush, enjoy its flavour and
goodness without any caffeine or
tannins.
Broken Orange Pekoe
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Our BOP has considerable tip,
produces a strong tea with plenty of
colour and even sweetness.
Kenya Kaproret GFOP
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
From the only garden that produces
a full orthodox leaf, this tea brews a
superb afternoon cup with or
without milk.
Ruhuna
Silver Needle Ceylon
(21.00/39.00/75.00)
Enjoy straight or with a dash of
milk, this is one of the finest
examples of tippy, low elevation
Ceylon tea. A small wiry leaf with
silver tips.
Kandy
Craighead Pekoe
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
This black tea leaf is broken and
slightly curled brewing a full, amber
colour with rich flavour. The estate
is bordered by the beautiful
Gampola Valley to the East and the
stunning Dolosbage hills to the West.
Kenya
Ceylon
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Kenilworth OP
(15.00/29.00/56.00 O)
Striking needle-like leaf, from a
prize-winning estate at mid-
elevation, brewing a slightly sweet,
quality afternoon tea.
Dimbula
Strathdon PF1
(12.00/23.00/44)
We are listing a Ceylon CTC for the
first time. Small cut leaves which
brew a strong and pungent tea best
enjoyed served with milk.
Uva
Greenfield Organic OP
(17.00/32.00/61.00 RA - O)
The aroma is lightly fruity fragrant
and brews into a wonderfully
complex cup. From a bio-dynamic
estate, is situated at an elevation of
6000 ft. above main sea level.
Adawatte FBOP
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
This was a real treat when cupped, it
excelled as having good colour and
lots of flavour. A must-try for
Ceylon fans!
Ceylon Orange Pekoe
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
The archetypal afternoon tea with an
aroma unique to Ceylon. Sufficient
strength to rejuvenate a tired person,
good colour and medium body.
Camden Market
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Good for a winter day...citrus peel
and spices combine resulting in a
flavoured tea with sharpness and a
hint of orange.
Continental Café
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Black tea with a sophisticated aroma
and taste of vanilla…. Bringing back
fond memories of a trip over the
pond?
Liquorice with Flowers
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Possessing a fragrance to bring back
childhood and dotted with blue
petals this tea is lovely to look at,
smell and drink.
Tropic Tea
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
A profusion of flowers and fruits
combined in a black tea to give a full
coloured flavoured tea wonderful as
an iced tea or as-you-like-it.
Lotus and Flowers
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Laced with lotus flowers this tea
produces a perfumed tea with
similarities to Rose Congou -
delicate on the palate.
Wild Cherry
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Laced with cherry leaves and true
cherry flavour, this tea produces a
full fruity taste.
Flavoured
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Passion Fruit
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Large yellow petals in a black tea
produce a sweet and scented
flavoured tea.
Ginger and Pieces
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Just the hint of ginger results in a
striking flavour to be enjoyed.
Cinnamon and Pieces
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Sometimes not in the catalogue but
ever in stock - a warming winter tea
enjoyed all year!
Mount Fuji
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
A bold sencha leaf imparting smooth
and flavourful combined with
Vanilla giving body to this tea.
Earl Grey Green
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
An Earl Grey with a difference, it's
green. Large leaf tea with the
unmistakable flavour of bergamot.
Organic Apple Blossom
(14.00/27.00/52.00 O)
This sencha green tea is naturally
flavoured with apple and further
refined with the addition of tea
blossoms.
Prairie Garden
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
A stunning blend of green and white
tea with rosebuds, flowers and the
fresh flavour of rhubarb - evocative
of a gentle spring rain.
Persian Nights
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Large green tea leaves blended with
lemongrass, goji berries and
blueberry.
Rooibos
Rooibos is full of beneficial minerals, low in tannins
and without caffeine. The polyphenols, which give
tea its health boost, are also abundant.
Organic Rooibos
(13.00/25.00/48.00 O)
A fermentation stage during
manufacture gives these needle-like
leaves more body than most
infusions. Rooibos has a distinct,
delightful flavour, amber colour in the cup and is
enjoying an increase in popularity.
Chocolate Coconut Rooibos
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Delicate cocoa kernels and carob
combines with exotic coconut for a
heavenly rooibos treat.
Strawberry Chocolate Rooibos
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
The scent of rosemary complements
the sumptuous flavours of rich
chocolate and sweet strawberry.
Toffee Cream Rooibos
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
A slightly toasted caramel scent
complemented by a hint of coffee
aroma – a sweet temptation.
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Oranjezicht
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Subtle aroma and faint, but
unmistakable, tang of orange makes
an invigorating brew.
Good Evening Tea
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
Need to unwind after a long day?
Try this complex but well-balanced
rooibos blend: peppermint,
chamomile, fennel, lemongrass,
balm, cardamom seed, valerian root,
pollen, lavender, sage and...zzzzzzz.
Cape Doctor
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Having braved the South-Easter our
Admiral Grey docked in
Simonstown for repairs. His travels
rewarded him - the discovery of
rooibos which he enhanced to his pleasure!
Ginger Mint Rooibos
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Spicy ginger and soothing
peppermint combine with rooibos
and fruit for a refreshing cup – great
for after dinner or just a peaceful
moment anytime you need it.
Cedarberg Sunrise
(13.00/25.00/48.00 O)
Take all the unique qualities of this
renowned African bush – rooibos –
and add vanilla.
Garden Route
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Rooibos leaves combined with a
cornucopia of fruit, delightful to
accompany a dessert!
Star Ruby
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Tangy grapefruit meets fruity-fresh
pomegranate and takes you on a
journey to a faraway place full of
secrets.
Sour Cherry Moringa
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
The moringa tree is called Tree of
Life in its native region, the
Himalaya, and its leaves have a
slightly tangy, herbal flavour.
Combined with rooibos and sour cherries, this blend
is sure to delight.
Almond Rooibos
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Herbal overtones balance the subtle
astringency of almond for this
mellow and slightly nutty refresher.
Liquorice Rooibos
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
With the rich, exotic taste of licorice
and a deep, smooth flavour, this is
truly a satisfying and comforting
brew.
Lemon Vanilla Green Rooibos
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
This soothing combination of tangy
lemongrass, creamy vanilla and
fresh green rooibos offers a light
and refreshing cup.
Organic Green Rooibos
(13.00/25.00/48.00 O)
Reported as having even more
health giving anti-oxidants,
unfermented rooibos has a mild
‘green tea’ taste without
astringency.
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Honeybush
Organic Honeybush
(13.00/25.00/48.00 O)
Hand gathered from the Cape western
shores, honeybush brews a sweet,
aromatic infusion.
Honeybush Blueberry
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
Combining the gentle character of
honeybush with blueberry pieces,
cranberries and cornflower
blossoms makes a refreshing fruity,
creamy, sweet and slightly tart drink.
Wildwood
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
Reminiscent of a forest in early
summer - the sweet taste of
strawberry, tartness of rosehip and
the clean aftertaste of mint in a bed
of elderflower and blackcurrant leaves.
Meadowsweet
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
The earthy sweetness of licorice
root, tartness of dried fruit and a
plethora of flower petals make this
an infusion fit for the court of the
fairy queen herself.
Organic Tulsi Rose
(14.00/27.00/52.00 O)
Holy Basil, an ancient and highly
revered Ayurvedic herb, is blended
with lavender and rose for a delicate
taste.
Organic Tulsi Herb
(13.00/25.00/48.00 O)
Bestowing many health benefits,
tulsi tastes subtly of mint with a
mildly floral and buttery, natural
sweetness.
Lemon Verbena
(18.00/34.00/65.00)
From Morocco, large uncut leaves
infuse to give a pale yellow, light
bodied drink with characteristic
lemon aroma and taste.
Organic Peppermint
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Sharp and refreshing with a light-
bodied taste, attractive colour and
aroma combine to produce an
excellent flavour.
Organic Chamomile Flowers
(12.00/23.00/44.00 O)
Infuse four minutes to enjoy its
comforting and soothing qualities.
Often used as a calmative.
Yerba Mate
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
With an astringent, slightly bitter
taste and a smooth, smoky top-note,
this infusion brews high in matteine
and vitamin C.
Ginger Mint Mate
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
This sprightly infusion is a hit!
Mate, ginger, peppermint and fruit
pieces combine to energise and
soothe.
Elderflower
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Elderflower cordial is a very
refreshing drink: wash a lemon and
peel rind thinly. Add lemon rind and
sugar to taste, boil water and allow
the elderflower to infuse.
Red Raspberry Leaves
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
A wild member of the rose family,
rich in minerals and vitamins,
yielding an astringent, yet soothing,
infusion.
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Tropical Berry
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
Fruits and flowers combine in a riot
of colour. Sweetness from
strawberry, tartness from hibiscus
and delicateness from rose petal
result in an infusion with a fruity flavour.
Admiral Grey
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Mango, rose, cornflower and thistle
complement the bergamot to give an
Earl Grey with sweet, fruity flavour.
Eight Bells
(14.00/27.00/52.00)
Admiral Grey's afternoon favourite
combining Earl Grey, vanilla and
flecks of passionfruit. How better to
end the watch?
Taeping
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Flecks of rose and blue petals give a
slight sweetness, a blend created
with teas carried to port in this
famous ship. A hint of lavender......
Cape Doctor
(13.00/25.00/48.00)
Having braved the South-Easter our
Admiral Grey docked in
Simonstown for repairs. His travels
rewarded him - the discovery of
rooibos which he enhanced to his pleasure!
Colonel’s Assam
(12.00/23.00/44.00)
Full coloured, bright, cuppy tea with
distinct malty flavour from the
Assam region of India.
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O Organic Certification indicates produced using cultural, biological and mechanical practices
RA Rainforest Alliance helps support farmers, foresters and tourism businesses
FT Fair Trade is about better prices, decent working conditions and fair terms for farmers
FF First Flush teas - those picked in earliest of the season (March, April, May)
SF Second Flush teas - those picked in the middle of the season (June, July)
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