Honey Sweet Black

This is the one of the finest Black Teas Teaopia has for sale on their tea wall. Lush, crisp and sweet notes, balanced by a refined and smooth flavour profile, are what characterize this unique Black Tea. The fully oxidized leaf is produced respectfully from special bushes grown on fresh water islands of Anhui province in East China. The unique climate and geographical location of these Tea bushes result in a rare and prestigious cup. The second you take your first sip, you can literally taste the quality. This Tea is an absolute must have for your Teaopia collection, and since it is available only in limited quantities, I suggest that you enjoy it soon before it’s sold out.

Teaopia recommends a level teaspoon of leaf per 8-ounce cup, steeped in water at 100 degrees Celcius for 3 to 4 minutes. I recommend you re-brew your leaves if you want a second cup, only if you don’t wait very long to do so. If you leave the tea leaves wet for to long they will go bad. Also note that you do not need any sugar or honey with this tea since it is phenomenal plain. It is a tea that you want to enjoy all the natural flavours. For 50 grams of the finest black tea you will ever drink costs $18 in all Teaopia locations. So try it out and tell me what you think? If this black tea doesn’t satisfy you than I don’t know what will!

Black Tea Knowledge with Apricot & Pumpkin Spice Tea

   Apricot

This is a delightful blend of Organic Black Tea with apricot bits, papaya, ginger, seabuckthorn peel and pomegranate flower petals. The subtle yet sweet taste of apricot makes this tea a pleasure to drink day or night. Is great served hot or iced, either way I like a little bit of ORGANIC AGAVE NECTAR from Teaopia. What is that you say learn more at; http://www.teaopia.ca/products2.cfm/ID/1664     

Pumpkin Spice For those who love the comforting and spicy flavours of pumpkin pie, this is the tea for you. This is the perfect blend of Organic Black Tea. With papaya, ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, apple pieces, red pepper and safflower petals. Not only for fall anymore, you will want to drink this tea all year round. It is good at any time of the day and I prefer it served hot because the flavor difference is incredible as well as the smell. It is a very beautiful tea to look at because of all the different things in it and the colours, as you can clearly see in the picture.

Black Tea Knowledge

While Black Tea methods and varieties differ according to region, four basic steps are always followed: withering, rolling, oxidizing and firing. It is the firing and full oxidation of the leaves that distinguishes Black Tea from White, Green and Oolong Tea. Black teas are produced in almost all countries that grow tea, with the exception of Japan. The major Black tea nations are China, India, Sri Lanka, Africa and Indonesia. Teaopia's selection of premium loose leaf Black Tea is great for the tea connoisseur, beginner and health conscious consumer. The numerous health benefits of Black Tea will help you on your journey to overall health and wellness.

 

Honey Vanilla, Rock Sugar & Fireside Smores Tea

Honey Vanilla

A heavenly combination of Oolong Tea, hazelnut brittle, vanilla bits, and marigold flower petals. This dessert like tea is perfect for any occasion and is sure to please any palate. I tend to drink it after breakfast and usually only put a little bit of Teaopia rock sugar, this is no ordinary sugar it is German Rock Cane Sugar. It’s is a delicious and natural way to sweeten your tea.

German Rock Cane Sugar has all the nutrients of cane sugar since it does not go through the same process as refined sugar. This unprocessed, pure sugar doesn’t alter the flavour of your tea and gives it a natural sweetness. For best results add the sugar to your tea leaves as they are infusing to ensure that the sugar fully dissolves. Teaopia sells two different size jars the smaller one contains 200 grams and sells for $6. The larger jar contains 500 grams and sells for $15. Teaopia also sells a sugar stick, it is an elegant way of sweetening your tea. Rock candy sugar sticks are made from crystalized pure sugar on a wooden stick. It sells for only $1.

Fireside Smores Tea

Love S`Mores? Teaopia loves it so much that they them so much so they made it into a tea! A delectable combination of Black Tea, Oolong Tea, Pai Mu Tan White Tea, Mini Marshmallows, Cocoa Peel, Chocolate Drops, Hazelnut Brittle, Pomegranate Flower Blossoms and Marigold Flower Petals. Indulge in this delicious tea. Make it into a steamed tea latte for an over the top, guilt free treat! Approx 80 grams in the tin and sells for $15, this tea is so good they are almost sold out at all locations. 

Passion Potion & Chocolate Infused Tea Pack

Passion Potion

This Valentine`s inspired blend is a caffeine free herbal infusion. The tea lover in your life will be thrilled to receive this tea and think of you with every sip. Passion Potion has a delightful flavour of cinnamon and citrus with subtle floral notes. Ingredients include: Barberry pieces, pomegranate, sea buckthorn, rose petals, rose hip peel and seeds, cinnamon pieces, blackberry leaves, green oats and peppermint leaves. There is approximately 80 grams in the tin and currently sells for $15.

Chocolate Infused Teas

This chocolate infused tea indulgence box is the perfect way to give a box of chocolate to the tea lover in your life. Or pick one up for yourself to satisfy your chocolate cravings in a delicious guilt free way! This set includes Devil`s Chocolate, Coco Caramel, After Dinner Mint and Chocolate Orange Pu-Erh. 106g.

Devil`s Chocolate - A heavenly combination of Rooibos, ginger, cacao nibs, cloves and red pepper. Fulfill all your chocolate cravings with healthy and delicious Rooibos.

Coco Caramel - This dessert like tea is a blend of Rooibos, chocolate flakes, caramel pieces and natural aromas, the combination of which creates a chocolate-caramel flavour.

After Dinner Mint - The classic flavours of chocolate and mint have been expertly blended in a delicious Black Tea. This tea is a mixture of Organic Black Tea, almond flakes, chocolate drops, and peppermint leaves.

Chocolate Orange Pu-Erh - The classic flavours of chocolate and orange have been infused into this delicious tea. A combination of King of Pu Erh Black tea, orange peel, chocolate and orange blossoms.

Almond Biscotti

Almond Biscotti is one of my favorite flavoured black teas for many reasons. Firstly, the sweet flavor of an Almond Biscotti cookie that has been recreated in this delicious Black Tea. Secondly the combination of Organic Black Tea, almond flakes, caramel bits, chocolate drops and hazelnut brittle are simply genius together. It makes the perfect accompaniment or substitute for dessert. Personally, I find this tea very enjoyable at any time of the day. I often drink it with breakfast or take it on the road instead of coffee.

For this type of tea the recommended brew time is 3 – 4 minutes, with an average boiling water temperature. One teaspoon is needed in order to make an 8oz glass and two teaspoons for a 16oz glass. If you don’t have a Teaopia Tea Master I would recommend getting one. They sell a 16oz Tea Master as well as a 32oz for $20 and $30. Remember, you don’t have to drink it hot. It can always be enjoyed cold as it makes a refreshing iced tea, which is referred to as Shock Freezing. However, if desired you may add honey or sugar to any tea while it is steeping and enjoy a hot tea as opposed to shock freezing it.

By pouring the hot tea over ice, the principles of shock freezing are applied. The sudden cooling preserves the full aroma as well as the active ingredients of the tea. This method also prevents the usual cloudiness that often develops in Black Teas as they cool off. The cloudiness, however, is purely optical and has no negative impact on the flavour of the tea.