Metropolitan Tea - Cataloge

1st level recommended start-up tea

2nd level recommended start-up tea

Exceptional or rare tea

Makes a great iced tea

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Memories of Amsterdam as aniseed imparts

a sweet candy-like pungency on tangy licorice.

Origin: South Africa Region: Cedarberg

Grade: Choice Grade #1

Ingredients: Rooibos, Aniseed,

Sunfl ower petals, Natural fl avors

FLAVORED ROOIBOS TEA

Caffeine Free Herbal

The opening bars are sweet toffee notes building to

a full symphonic caramel. An ‘I want more!’ finish.

Origin: South Africa - Cedarberg


Ingredients: Rooibos, Caramel pieces,

Calendula petals, Natural flavors



Lightly cinnamon hot. A synergy between

rooibos and cinnamon. Orange petals

impart a subtle mystery to the fi nish.



Ingredients: Rooibos, Orange fl ower petals,

Cinnamon, Natural fl avors



Chocolate and pineapple waft gently through

premium rooibos. A light nutty fi nish.



Ingredients: Rooibos, Chocolate pieces,

Cornfl ower petals, Natural fl avors



The opening bars are sweet toffee notes building to a full symphonic caramel. An ‘I want more!’ finish.

Origin: South Africa - CedarbergGrade: Choice Grade #1

Ingredients: Rooibos, Caramel pieces, Calendula petals, Natural flavors

FLAVORED ROOIBOS TEACaffeine Free Herbal

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Flavored Rooibos | SOUTH AFRICA - CAFFEINE FREEPack Your Own

Like Camellia Sinensis, Rooibos is an environmentally sensitive plant. The best indicator of this is the fact that it only grows commercially in one small corner of the world - South Africa’s Cederberg district. The soil conditions, rainfall and sunshine of the district can’t be duplicated anywhere else on earth. In order to protect the future of the industry, environmental controls in the area are stringent. Growers take great care to ensure that the fragile Cederberg ecosystem isn’t tampered with or altered. Offer your customers the pure flavors of paradise. Bourbon Street

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GEORGIA PEACHPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Absolutely exquisite! Superb mouth watering sweet peach notes create a taste symphony. Visual accents of calendula petals and blackberry leaves.

GIBRALTAR BLACK CURRANTPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Flavor notes as solid as the Rock of Gibraltar. Tart notes of black currant expand on the herbaceous character of rooibos.

GINGER BOUNCEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Bright clean taste with superb ginger notes. A palate refreshing spicy character combined with a fruity touch. Excellent with Asian cuisine.

CRANAGRANTEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Prepare for an exotic fusion of mellow rooibos, sweet pomegranate and fresh cranberries. Fruity and astringent.

CINNAMON CHACHAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Lightly cinnamon hot. A synergy between rooibos and cinnamon, orange petals impart a subtle mystery to the finish.

CRÈME AU CARAMELPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)The opening bars are sweet toffee notes building to a full symphonic caramel. An ‘I want more’ finish!

DUTCH LICORICEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Memories of Amsterdam as aniseed imparts a sweet candy-like pungency on tangy licorice.

EARL GREYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)For the herbal tea drinker who has everything. A delicious Earl Grey and rooibos combination.

HAWAIIAN COLADAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Island coconut pleasures with hints of rum dryness. Sprinklings of pineapple and coconut pieces enhance a lingering sweet colada finish.

HUNNYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)The rooibos accentuates the naturally sweet character of honey. Delicious finish.

GODIVA ROCHEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Here’s to Lady Godiva. This sexy blend whisks you away on a caramel chocolate ride. Best enjoyed au naturel!

Art Deco Teapot Infuser

COMPLEMENTARY PRODUCT

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GIVERNY MONETPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Chocolate and pineapple waft gently through premium rooibos. A light nutty finish.

FLORIDA ORANGEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Memories of succulent fresh oranges from roadside markets in Florida - delightful fresh taste.

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Andalusia Lemon – page 53

My husband and I received in a Christmas stocking, a box of your wonderful blueberry rooibos. Would you be able to advise me where I can purchase this locally? Then I can put the many imposters I have purchased since, who claim to be “blueberry tea” where they belong: from my cupboard, into the garbage. My best regards. Katherine Penney - St. John’s, Newfoundland

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Peach Rooibos – page 53

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Citrus orange notes rhumba through lightly

la cucaracha hot rooibos. Cup has a sweet

lightly Mexican hot fi nish. Simply refreshing.



Ingredients: Rooibos, Orange pieces,

Red peppercorns, Chili pepper, Natural fl avors



Sweet and nutty highlights meld with rooibos.

Notes of caramel create a dessert-like fi nish.



Ingredients: Rooibos, Caramel pieces, Natural fl avors



Exquisite Ethiopian mocha caffe

highlights wind their way through lightly

sweet chocolate caramel notes.

Origin: South Africa, Ethiopia Region: Cedarberg, Harar


Ingredients: Rooibos, Ethiopian coffee, Caramel and

butterscotch pieces, Calendula petals, Natural fl avors



Wonderful! Wonderful! The taste symphony begins

with soft creamy notes of Kenyan coffee followed

by a fruit crescendo with an Amaretto fi nale.



Ingredients: Rooibos, Mango, Yogurt crisps,

Sour cherries, Red thistle, Natural fl avors



What a tea! Premium Moroccan almonds give the

German inspired marzipan a magnifi cent boost.

Rooibos and marzipan were meant for each other.



Ingredients: Rooibos, Almond pieces,

Papaya pieces, Natural fl avors



Exquisite sweet chocolate explodes at

the first sip and tidbits of mint meander

throughout. A full ‘ahhh!’ finish.

Origin: South Africa - Cedarberg

Grade: Choice Grade #1 Ingredients: Rooibos,

Caramel pieces, White chocolate, Calendula

petals, Cacao beans, Natural flavors



Sweet ripe pear notes marry well with premium

rooibos. Memories of lazing in the Tuscan sun.



Ingredients: Rooibos, Pear and apple pieces,

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Canada/USA tel: 1 800 388 0351 fax: 1 800 319 8327Europe tel: +44 (0)800 043 0351 fax: +44 (0)800 043 0122World tel: (00) 1 416 588 0089 fax: (00) 1 416 588 7040

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SARGEANT PEPPER’S ORANGE LHCBPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Citrus orange notes rhumba through lightly la cucaracha hot rooibos. Cup has a sweet, lightly Mexican, hot finish. Simply refreshing.

SEGOVIA MUFFINPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Freshly baked muffins packed with berries on the nose. Expansive character and nutty finish in the cup. Smells like breakfast!

STRAWBERRY TINGLEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Outstanding strawberry flavor. Memories of sweet succulent spring strawberries abound. Perfect harmony between rooibos and strawberry.

LUGANO PALAMISUPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Wonderful! Wonderful! The taste symphony begins with soft creamy notes of Kenyan coffee followed by a fruit crescendo with an Amaretto finale.

LE MARCHÉ SPICEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Excellent synergy between rooibos and spicy hot cinnamon. Makes a delicious latte.

MOCHA ROCHAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Exquisite. Ethiopian mocha caffe highlights wind their way through lightly sweet chocolate caramel notes.

Offer your customers something new and exciting! Our all-natural flavored Rooibos is excellent on its own, but why not try making Red-Lattes or Red-Cappuccinos? These cutting edge menu options are the hippest new things in South Africa’s coffee shops and cafés. Prepare a very strong, concentrated Rooibos and blend it with steamed milk and foam for a one of a kind caffeine free treat. Make up some variations of your own. Iced Red Lattes anyone? (PS – Mocha Rocha makes a latte to die for!)

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PECAN PIEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Sweet and nutty highlights meld with rooibos. Notes of caramel create a dessert-like finish.

RAINBOWPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)The flavor profile of this tea is a pot of gold. A terrific fruit medley with Amaretto notes.

WHITE SWISS TRUFFLEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Exquisite sweet chocolate bakiness explodes at the first sip and tidbits of mint meander throughout. A full ‘ahhh’, finish!

WINTER PALACE MARZIPANPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)What a tea! Premium Moroccan almonds give the German inspired marzipan a magnificent boost. Rooibos and marzipan were meant for each other.

TUSCANY PEARPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Sweet ripe pear notes marry well with premium rooibos. Memories of lazing in the Tuscan sun.

PROVENCEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Flavory with a floral and fruity bouquet; perfumy lavender notes. Inspired by the ‘joie de vivre’ of France.

SUNSHINE LEMONPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Lemon invigorates the rooibos taste. Simply wonderful hot or iced and dressed with a slice of lemon.

rooibos and strawberry.

During the month of September, why not feature

Provence Rooibos? September coincides with the

French lavender harvest.

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A Health Canada study, published in the Journal of Food and Chemical Toxicology, suggests teas of all kinds may limit cell mutation linked to chronic diseases like cancer.

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Simply superb! An amazing combination.

Has muscatel-like notes that are reminiscent of

premium 2nd fl ush Darjeelings with light fruit fi nish.

Origin: China Region: Fujian Province

Grade: Pai Mu Tan

Ingredients: Premium white tea, Natural fl avors

FLAVORED WHITE TEANatural Flavors

Smooth and silky with light Riesling and

berry notes. A mild astringent fi nish.


Grade: Pai Mu Tan

Ingredients: Premium white tea, Natural fl avors, Icewine


Smooth with Madagascar vanilla notes

and a touch of pomegranate pungency.

Sweet pecan-like fi nish.


Grade: Pai Mu Tan



An exceptionally fl avory Earl Grey accented with

a delicious creamy taste. Superb union of seasonal

white tea and natural fl avors. A tea to remember.


Grade: Pai Mu Tan



Memories of wild New England blueberries

fi ll the cup. The premium white tea

accentuates a healthy fruity fi nish.


Grade: Pai Mu Tan



Exquisite lemon notes. The white tea lends

a lovely sweetness to the cup. Clean fi nish.


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Lightly rose with astringent cherry notes.

Natural white tea character abounds.


Grade: Pai Mu Tan





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CERTIFIED ORGANIC

White Tea

Mellow cup with some astringency. Natural

drying imparts a pleasant nutty character

to the cup with caramel-like notes.


Grade: Pai Mu Tan

Ingredients: Premium white tea

Certifying Body: BCS, Germany

Pai Mu Tan

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Ever had a ripe tropical mango picked within

5 minutes of perfection? This is the tea. Mango

abounds and the mellow character notes of

natural white tea accentuates the experience.


Grade: Pai Mu Tan



Smooth and silky with light Riesling and berry notes. A mild astringent fi nish.Origin: China Region: Fujian Province

Grade: Pai Mu TanIngredients: Premium white tea, Natural fl avors, Icewine


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Naturally Flavored White Tea | CHINAPack Your Own

Naturally flavored White tea makes an amazing addition to your tea selection. Why? It’s the perfect way to introduce your customers to the wonders of White tea. White varieties have been going through something of a boom in recent years, particularly amongst baby boomers seeking out healthier food choices. White tea is very high in polyphenols and antioxidants and can be enjoyed any time of day. Our flavored varieties mean your customers can enjoy all the goodness, and something different, all week long. Encourage sampling and watch this market segment grow. Provence Le Marché

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ONTARIO ICEWINEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Smooth and silky with light Riesling and berry notes. A mild astringent finish.

PEACH APRICOTPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Simply superb! An amazing combination. Has muscatel-like notes reminiscent of premium 2nd flush Darjeelings with light fruit finish.

CREAM EARL GREYPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)An exceptionally flavory Earl Grey accented with a delicious creamy taste. Superb union of seasonal white tea and natural flavors. A tea to remember.

BLUEBERRYPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Memories of wild New England blueberries fill the cup. The premium white tea accentuates a healthy fruity finish.

BRITISH EARL WHITEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Bask in swinging bergamot in all its glory. If the Earl of Grey only knew how fabulous white tea could be.

MONK’S BLENDPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Smooth with Madagascar vanilla notes and a touch of pomegranate pungency. Sweet pecan-like finish.

TANGIERS LEMONPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Exquisite lemon notes. The white tea lends a lovely sweetness to the cup. Clean finish.

WHITE MISCHIEFPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Pomegranate and guava can get you into a healthy dose of trouble. A great cup of white tea is a good way to go!

SAKURA CHERRY ROSEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Lightly rose with astringent cherry notes. Natural white tea character abounds.

OASIS MANGOPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Ever had a ripe tropical mango picked within 5 minutes of perfection? This is the tea. Mango abounds and the mellow character notes of natural white tea accentuates the experience.

POMEGRANATE MADAGASCARPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Velvety smooth vanilla is livened by spritely pomegranate. Notes of tarts and nuts come to the fore. A delectable combo.



The best Pai Mu Tan White

tea is grown in the mountains

near Fu-Ding City in northeast

Fujian Province. The tea estates

are small, numerous and run

as cooperatives benefiting all.

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our purchases of the top Pai Mu

Tan teas are important to the

region - always a very pleasant

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character notes of natural white tea accentuates the experience.

Freshly plucked spring Pai Mu Tan tea leaves are gently

placed on bamboo racks and allowed to dry naturally. Good

quality Pai Mu Tan can be in short supply from time to

time, especially as white tea becomes better known for its

extraordinary health benefits.

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THE BASE TEA FOR OUR NATURALLY FLAVORED WHITE TEA, TESTED AS HIGH POLYPHENOL ANTIOXIDANT TEA. HP-AT 7.5-9.95%

Our University lab tests found that compared to mass-market tea with antioxidant levels of 5.2%-6.05% by dry weight, many of our teas were 7.5%-17.5%. We rated these as: UHP-AT =Ultra High Polyphenol Antioxidant Tea (12.5% +); VHP-AT =Very High Polyphenol Antioxidant Tea (10-12.5%); HP-AT =High Polyphenol Antioxidant Tea (7.5-10%). Add’l info: www.ajcn.org (Search: Tea Polyphenol). Test results may vary.

For antioxidant test results of all our tea, visit metrotea.com, Customer

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A blend of rhodiola and honeysuckle from

Tibet and black tea from Yunnan. Said to aid

in mitigating the effects of high altitude.

Origin: China Region: Yunnan Province, Tibet

Grade: Rhodiola Ingredients: Premium

black tea, Rhodiola, Honeysuckle

FORMED TEAChina BlackNest shaped compressed green tea.

Each nest makes tea for 3.

Full bodied with a hint of oak.

Origin: China Region: Yunnan Province

Grade: Mini Toucha

Ingredients: Premium green tea

FORMED TEAGreen Tea

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GUANGNAN GREEN PU-ERHPack Sizes: 357g. (12.5oz.)Light hints of cask must are evident. Green tea pu-erh is relatively new but very popular! In China pu-erh is consumed during meals as it breaks down fats in food.

PU-ERH BEENG CHAPack Sizes: 357g. (12.5oz.)A pu-erh cake tea made of 7 layers of pu-erh and compressed. Sometimes called ‘QiZi’ (Seven Sons). This Beeng Cha is 2 years old.

WENSHAN WHITE PU-ERHPack Sizes: 357g. (12.5oz.)Mild elemental oakiness enliven a premium Yunnan white tea. In the past 2 years, the demand for white tea pu-erh has increased dramatically. Advocates and consumers associate white tea pu-erh with long life.

MINI TOUCHAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Nest shaped compressed green tea. Each nest makes tea for 3. Full bodied with a hint of oak.

LARGE TOUCHA ‘BIRD’S NEST’Pack Sizes: 100g (3.52oz)Compressed green tea with a faint origin distinct character. Legend has it that this tea cured ‘tired heads’ following a night of revelry.

TIBET RHODIOLAPack Sizes: 240g. (8.4 oz.) (about 55-60 pods)Pods are a blend of Sichuan black tea, Rhodiola from Tibet and honeysuckle from the foothills of the Himalayas.

Formed teas have been manufactured and enjoyed in China for millennia. Originally designed for ease of transport, these pressed wonders have been hauled over the Himalayas on foot, carted to Russia on camels and hauled into Mongolia on ponies. In recent years, these rare teas have been having a resurgence in popularity, Pu-erh in particular. In China, some exceptionally rare pu-erh recently sold at auction for tens of thousands of dollars per cake. FO

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KUNMING BLACK PU-ERHPack Sizes: 357g. (12.5oz.)A defining elemental taste profile. Pu-erh is highly treasured in China. The older it is, the more expensive! Some have reached USD $15,000.00 for 1 piece.

XANTOU MANDARIN GREEN PU-ERHPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Sweet mandarin notes dance above grassy green earth tones. Lightly elemental mandarin imparts a natural citrus flavor.

XANTOU MANDARIN WHITE PU-ERHPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A new holiday classic! Cup is light with exotic mandarin sweetness. Orange peel imparts a natural flavor. Tastes like home.

ANTHONY & CLEOPATRAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A bold taste profile with deep red wine notes. Reminiscent of a seasonal Keemun. Use 1 heart for each 8-10 oz. serving.

XANTOU MANDARIN BLACK PU-ERHPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Pu-erh is softened with sweet citrus notes. Cup opens with notes of sweet orange, earth, and damp moss. Spectacular tea.

ROMEO & JULIETPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Light liquoring cup is deliciously vegetative highlighting early season green tea. Mild astringent finish. Use 1 heart for each 8-10 oz. serving.

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A bold taste profi le with deep red wine notes.

Reminiscent of a seasonal Keemun.

Use 1 heart for each 8-10 oz. serving.


Grade: Tea Hearts

Ingredients: Premium black tea

FORMED TEAChina Black Light liquoring cup that is deliciously

vegetative highlighting early season green

tea. Mild astringent fi nish. Use 1 heart

for each 8-10 oz. serving.


Grade: Tea Hearts Ingredients: Premium green tea

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Tea Brick - Green

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Literally comprised of tea pressed into a rock solid brick, these wonders of the tea world are extremely popular in Tibet. Tibetans use them to brew a thick tea that is mixed with salt and yak butter. If you aren’t a fan of yak butter, tea bricks make a unique display item, an interesting addition to tea-themed gift baskets or a one-of-a-kind gift on their own.

Choose from Green or Black Tea Bricks.

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SMALL GREEN TEA BRICKSize: 500g. (1.1 lb.)Dimensions (W x H x D): 7 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 1 inches

SUVA GREEN TEA BRICKSize: 500g (1.1 lb)Dimensions (W x H x D): 7 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 1 inches

SMALL BLACK TEA BRICKSize: 500g (1.1 lb.) Dimensions (W x H x D): 7 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 1 inches

LARGE BLACK TEA BRICKSize: 1.12 kg (2.47 lb.) Dimensions (W x H x D): 7 1/2 x 9 1/2 x 1 inches

ORIENT EXPRESS BLACK TEA BRICKSize: 500g (1.1 lb)Dimensions (W x H x D): 7 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 1 inches

HIBISCUS FINE CUTPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 30)A lovely ruby red infusion with a taste closer to lemonade. Rich in Vitamin C.

GINGER FINE CUTPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 22)Once you taste it you will understand the term ‘Phew, this is ginger alright!’

JASMINE FANNINGSPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 24)A green tea with surprising body and a captivating floral character.

LARGE GREEN TEA BRICKSize: 1.12kg (2.47 lb.)Dimensions (W x H x D): 7 1/2 x 9 1/2 x 1 inches

CINNAMON FINE CUTPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 24)Excellent Cinnamon - spicy hot and sweet. Will complement any spice blend.

LEMON GRASS FINE CUTPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A sweet lemon taste profile. Somewhat mellow imparting a smooth lemon character without the tang.

ORGANIC NATURAL KING TUT LEMONADEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) - EurORGOrganic lemon fit for a Pharaoh. Sun- dried, ground lemon peel, amazing brewed 5 minutes and served over ice – no sugar needed. Naturally better!

Our lemon grass supplier uses a solar drier to reduce his CO

2 footprint and save baht. (Money)

JPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 24)Aa captivating floral character.

Make an Organic Lemonade with our

King Tut lemonade. If you don’t think

this is the best lemonade you have

ever had, we will credit your purchase.

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into freshly boiled water, steep for 5

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While on vacation my wife and I had the good fortune of purchasing your pineapple tea - it is absolutely fantastic. Unfortunately, we’re running low and were wondering where we could get additional pineapple tea in addition to other wonderful products you have. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Warmest Regards, Mike & Kathy Mannino (ed. note see page 94)








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GREEN TEAChinaSuperb green tea notes abound and fi ll the

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Origin: China Region: Hunan Province

Grade: Chunmee Superior


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CHUNMEE TAIPAN SUPERIORPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Superb green tea notes abound and fill the cup. Clean and crisp with hints of floral-like freshness; typical for seasonal April tea.

AKITA SUPER SENCHAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A tea with an excellent green character that is full and personifies ‘mouth-feel’. Lovely green vegetative finish.

KHUMBU GREENPack Sizes: (.5, 1.5, 12)Designed to steep and release its flavor in cold or hot water. Delicious, vegetative character with light astringency.

JASMINE WITH FLOWERSPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A green tea with surprising body and a captivating floral character accentuated by specially selected May Jasmine blossoms.

EARTHLY PARADISE JASMINEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)A green tea with surprising body and an intense but captivating floral perfume. Fujian’s top jasmine grade - a superb bouquet!

JASMINE DRAGON TEARSPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Smooth with delicate tea flavor and heavenly jasmine notes. ‘7 tears’ in a cup reward the connoisseur with a lifetime tea memory. Can be used 3 times consecutively.

Enjoying a cup of Chinese tea is like drinking a history lesson. Jasmine tea, produced by layering premium Spring leaf with jasmine during production, originates from the Sung Dynasty 700 years ago. It is believed that Chunmee has its roots in the 10th century. Many other classic teas were developed in the interim between the two and amazingly, the techniques used to produce them remain unchanged since ancient times. Become a tea professor and stock them all!G

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MADAME BUTTERFLY JASMINEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)An incomparable jasmine character with a full flavored cup and a delightful aromatic nose. Simply the best there is!

CHUNMEE SPECIAL GRADE 1Pack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full bodied, delicate flavor with toasty notes and sweet plum-like character. Often called ‘Eyebrow Tea’ for the leaf shape.

MAO FENG LONG MARCHPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 12) Lightly astringent with a touch of oak cask. A superb example of premium March green tea from northern Fujian Province.

MOUNTAIN DRAGON GREENPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Enter the Mountain Dragon. Full flavored green tea roars gently with light bakey notes, grass and subtle eucalyptus.

OSMANTHUSPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Tending slightly herbaceous with light notes of peach. A delightful tea with a pale amber-green liquor.

LUCKY DRAGON HYSONPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Enjoy a pleasant, fresh greenish taste. This cup has good body with a green-yellow liquor.

LAVENDER BUTTERFLYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Premium green tea with a floral and astringent finish. Lavender notes abound creating a tea for memories.

SNOWY MOUNTAIN JIANPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Good body and full flavor; herbaceous with satisfying sweetness. Fairly colory green tea infusion.

CERTIFIED ORGANICGreen TeaBold and full flavored with hints of pine on the finish. An excellent example

of a robust China green tea.Origin: China Region: Anhui Province

Grade: Young Hyson Certifying Body: IMO, Switzerland

Ingredients: Premium organic green tea

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with a full flavored cup and a delightful aromatic nose. Simply the best there is!

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CERTIFIED ORGANICGreen TeaThe peach character of osmanthus comes to

the fore with hints of jasmine and lily. Smooth

and satisfying green tea notes on the finish.Origin: China Region: Anhui Province

Grade: Osmanthus Certifying Body: IMO, Switzerland

Ingredients: Premium green tea, Osmanthus petals

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A recent study by the Canadian

Cancer Society found that the

consumption of green tea can

significantly reduce the risk of

the onset of breast cancer.

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Lung Ching SpecialtyLung Ching

A premium early spring tea that is

perfect for all day sipping. The cup is

smooth, clean and refreshing.


Grade: Meng Ding Huang Ya

Ingredients: Premium yellow tea

GREEN TEAYELLOW TEA - China

GREEN TEAChinaRefreshing and delightful. The spring tea has a

hint of sweetness followed with a mild astringent

fi nish. An excellent example of an early April tea.


Grade: Mao Feng Green


GREEN TEAChinaExcellent tea as evidenced by the white tip!

See the spring tea leaves come to life. Lightly

astringent with a magnifi cent green tea profi le.


Grade: Handmade swirls


Early spring green tea notes immediately come

to the fore inviting you to explore the depth

of its flavor. Has a smooth and fresh finish.


Grade: Monkey Jade Buds


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Green Tea | CHINAPack Your Own

If someone tells you they wouldn’t do something for all the tea in China, listen to them. China’s tea industry is immense. From Yunnan to Hunan to Fujian and beyond there are literally thousands of companies, gardens and factories employing millions to produce tens of thousands of tea products. Navigating the industry in search of premium peak season, spring production specialties is exceptionally challenging. One taste however and you’ll agree, the results are worth the effort.

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DRAGON PEARLSPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Smooth and delicate with some body. Two leaves and a bud are hand rolled wrapped and then dried. 7 Pearls in a cup can be used 3 times consecutively.

GOLDEN MOUNTAIN NEEDLEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Slightly piquant with an almost sweet, honey-like, full green tea flavor. To be enjoyed with good company.

IMPERIAL DRAGONWELL LUNG CHINGPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Full bodied tending astringent with a heady bouquet. Excellent green tea flavor with floral notes. Very bright infusion.

DRAGONWELL LUNG CHINGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full bodied tending astringent (brisk) with a slight heady bouquet. Good green tea flavor with a bright green infusion.

3 LEAVES TEMPLE TEAPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Gentle astringency enlivens March China green tea. Slight jammy finish. Only plucked during spring when buds are most succulent.

BADALING YELLOWPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)A premium early spring tea that is perfect for all day sipping. The cup is smooth and refreshing.

PEARL DROP MORNING DEWPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Delicate, flowery and almost honey-like with strength. Taste the fresh tea bud infusion and enjoy one of the world’s top teas.

WHITE EAGLE LONG LIFEPack Sizes: (.5, 1.5, 12)Refreshing and delightful. The spring tea has a hint of sweetness followed with a mild astringent finish. An excellent example of an early April tea.

MOON SWIRL WHITE TIPPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Excellent tea as evidenced by the white tip! See the spring tea leaves come to life. Lightly astringent with a magnificent green tea profile.

CHINA BEAUTY RINGSPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)A hint of toastiness with a pleasant ‘jammy-like’ character. The specially selected leaves are hand-rolled around beauty sticks.

LEOPARD SNOW BUDSPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Very light liquoring with exquisite fresh green tea character. In the cup the leaves virtually return to life. A tea to remember.

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Farmers bring freshly plucked leaf to the local co-op. Leaf is weighed and graded and the farmers are paid accordingly. (This tea will be used to make White Monkey Paw.) At year’s end, the co-op’s profits are divided into a bonus payment to each member, relative to their annual contribution.

MONKEY EYEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Early green spring tea notes immediately come to the fore inviting you to explore the depth of its flavor. Has a smooth and fresh finish.

WHITE MONKEY PAWPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)The new leaf is hand sorted and shaped giving it a unique appearance. Velvety smooth with a delicate but intense full green tea flavor.

My boss gave me some loose green tea and it was the best green tea I have ever had. I was wondering where in this area it is sold or if I can purchase it from you. I live in Monticello. (ed. note – he was likely given Madame Butterfly.)Thank you, Joel Camacho, Monticello, Illinois

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Drinking 10 Japanese-sized

cups of green tea per day may

delay the onset of cancer.

Note 1 cup = 120ml or about

4 ounces

In Japan, a 10 year study of 8553

men and women who drank

at least 10 cups of tea per day,

found that women lived 7.3 years

longer and men 3.2 years longer

than those who drank only 3 cups

per day. A subsequent study by

noted researcher Hirota Fujiki at

Tikushima Bunri University also

found that green tea can act as a

cancer preventative.

Source: Current Cancer Therapy

Reviews 2005, I, 109-114

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Japan

Darjeeling Green English Fav.

An excellent tea that is tending sweet with full

body. Top quality Gyokuro tea base creates

a stunning example of a premium matcha.

Origin: Japan Region: Shizuoka Prefecture

Grade: Extra Fine Matcha

Ingredients: Premium Gyokuro green tea

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Green Tea | JAPAN, DARJEELING, ENGLISH FAVOURITES

JAPAN SENCHA KAKAGAWA GREEN TEAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Tending light liquoring and smooth with reasonable depth and body. Often used in tea ceremonies.

IZU MATCHAPack Sizes: (.2, .5, 8)Jammy-like smoothness with a very satisfying full cup. The Gyokuro leaf base gives a light astringent finish.

SAMURAI MATCHAPack Sizes: (.2, .5, 8)An excellent tea tending sweet with full body. Top quality Gyokuro tea base creates a stunning example of a premium matcha.

Japan’s tea industry began around 1190 A.D. Since then, Japan has produced some of the world’s finest and most flavorful green teas. Darjeeling greens have been produced for a much shorter time, roughly 100 years or so, but are no less flavorful and impart the wonderful muscatel the region is famous for. Both options represent the pinnacle of green production. That said, if seriously deep green flavor is what you’re looking for, you simply can’t go wrong with Irish Breakfast green – you could stand a spoon up in it.

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KOKEICHAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Smooth light liquor with delicious green tea character. Tending sweet with a bright, golden yellow color. Made from crushed tea leaves.

STEAMED DARJEELINGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Light liquoring and delicate flavor with muscatel notes. Hints of pungency note its 2nd flush production time. A pleasurable green tea.

IRISH BREAKFAST GREENPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full bodied with the ‘umpf’ of black tea but the gentleness of green tea. Enticing toasty hints of flavour. Massively Irish!

PAN FIRED DARJEELINGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Tending delicate, light liquoring with notes of muscatel. The bright green infusion highlights a well-made green tea.

FUKUJYUPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Pale greenish yellow liquor has strength and a captivating fresh green tea aroma noting early spring growth.

JAPAN GENMAICHA GREEN TEA YAMASAKI GREEN TEAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Light, golden yellow liquor with a unique, toasty rice flavor tending sweet. A tea that creates conversation.

GYOKUROPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)The bushes are shaded prior to plucking in order to increase the chlorophyll and reduce the tannin. Japan’s finest tea.

BANCHAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)The cup is sweet with slightly greenish notes and a smooth taste. This tea is traditionally made at the end of the growing season.

HOJICHAPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Roasted green tea with a full-bodied character and cinnamon-like toast notes. A unique character that many tea drinkers enjoy.

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DIY tea blending. This picture shows a fancy tea shop in Tokyo where Camomile and Sencha were blended in-house to create a signature product. Each little bag sold for over $7!

KUKICHAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Distinctive Japanese green profile. Cup tends lightly vegetative leading to a beguiling finish loaded with malt.

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Africa - Kenya Malawi

China Gunpowder

NepalAfrica - Kenya Nepal

Sri Lanka Taiwan Gunpowder

In May 2006, researchers at the Yale School of Medicine theorized that the 1.2 liters of green tea consumed daily by many Asians contributed greatly to the high levels of polyphenols and antioxidants in their diets. Researchers believed these compounds worked to improve cardiovascular health, prevent blood platelets from sticking together and lower cholesterol levels. Speaking of cholesterol, the researchers also found that green tea may prevent the oxidation of LDL or “bad” cholesterol, reducing the buildup of arterial plaque.

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China Gunpowder

A smooth and satisfying cup with dashes of

bakiness. Premium gunpowder that hails

from Pin Lin, Taiwan’s tea capital.

Origin: Taiwan Region: Taipei County

Grade: Gunpowder


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Taiwan reach incredible heights of quality.

Green Tea | Pack Your Own

Our green teas from Africa and Sri Lanka offer a perfect example of how consumer trends can affect positive change in the developing world. As Western demand for green tea grows, producers from traditionally black tea-producing countries have been able to augment their production numbers by introducing green teas into the mix. This incremental increase has meant more profits for workers and more great tea for tea lovers the world over. We’ve sourced some fabulous examples from the top gardens. Japan Sencha GenmaichaIzu Matcha Formosa

Gunpowder

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ROYAL CEYLON GUNPOWDERPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Surprising body for a green tea! Enjoy the captivating taste and the intriguing hint of oakiness.

FORMOSA GUNPOWDERPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A green tea with strength and captivating green tea taste. The tight curl gives gunpowder a long shelf life – a prized attribute.

KENYA ZEBRA SENCHAPack Sizes: (.5, 1.5, 12)Innovative cup from Kosabei. Light Japanese green tea notes with floral accents and an exceptionally smooth finish. Rare leaf from the Tuscany of Tea.

KAPCHORUA GREENPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A delightful tea with expansive flavor notes that tend floral-like; the signature of a top quality Kenyan tea.

ZOMBA PEARLSPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16) Smooth and luscious. Satemwa’s captivating flavor highlighted by light floral notes. Tends sweet – unlike many greens, won’t get bitter.

NEPAL JUNCHIPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Superb tea from the mountain kingdom. Notes of grass, wheat and moss lead to a surprisingly mild muscatel finish.

SUPERIOR GUNPOWDERPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Surprising body and captivating green tea taste with a hint of oakiness. The infusion tends dark green.

PINHEAD GUNPOWDERPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Notice the tightly rolled leaves. During infusion watch ‘the agony of the leaf’ as they open. Excellent green tea flavor.

PIN LIN GUNPOWDERPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A smooth and satisfying cup with dashes of bakiness. A premium gunpowder that hails from Pin Lin, Taiwan’s tea capital.

Sencha Akaike – page 54Osprey Gunpowder

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The 3 African estates represented

on this page, Kapchorua, Kosabei

and Satemwa are pesticide and

herbicide free. (Pests cannot

survive their high altitudes.)

Nitrogen (N) is used as a natural

fertilizer to boost yield and ensure

a continuous crop. This is an

important part of keeping people

employed. As you can imagine,

secure jobs in rural Africa are hard

to come by and between the 3

estates, more than 15,000 people

call them home. The all-natural

farming methods also produce

teas of unsurpassed flavor.

FOR YOUR INFO

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CERTIFIED ORGANICGreen TeaFresh green tea flavor explodes in your mouth tempered with hints of sweet pear.

An excellent quality Japanese green tea!Origin: Japan Region: Shizuoka Prefecture

Grade: Bancha Certifying Body: JONA, JapanIngredients: Premium organic green tea

Japan Bancha – page 54

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CERTIFIED ORGANIC

Green Tea

Toasty and jammy notes leap from a

cup that is also sprinkled with lightly

vegetative green tea notes.

Origin: Japan Region: Mie Prefecture

Grade: Genmaicha Certifying Body: JONA, Japan

Ingredients: Premium green tea, Roasted rice

Japan Genmaicha

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HERBAL TEACaffeine Free

A dry cup with light candy notes. The ebullient

color transforms any tea blend into an event.

Origin: Poland Region: Lodz

Grade: Whole Flowers

Ingredients: Mallow flowers

HERBAL TEACaffeine FreeSouth Indian spice gardens abound with a

deliciously light, peppery finish. Only premium

January grown spices make the grade for this mix.

Origin: India Region: Travencore

Grade: Chopped and Blended Ingredients: Ginger,

Cardamom, Cinnamon, Coriander, Clove, Black pepper

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SUNFLOWER PETALSPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Here comes the sun ta ta ta dah, Here comes...! Petals infuse a neutral character with a light finish tending musty.

BLACKBERRY LEAVESPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Herbaceous but neutral taste with a ‘dry’ cup. Often used as a garnish in various tea blends.

CORNFLOWER PETALSPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Lovely petals carry a neutral flavor and tend blue infusion. Commonly used to provide color in tea blends.

CALENDULA PETALSPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Colorful petals have neutral flavor. The botanical name is Roman since flowers appeared on the first of each month - the calends.

JASMINE BUDSPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Delicate notes of cherry peek out from fragrant jasmine. Clean fruity floral finish. Chinese chronicles note a jasmine infusion calms the nerves.

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MALLOW FLOWERSPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)A dry cup with light candy notes. The ebullient color transforms any tea blend into an event.

SAFFLOWER PETALSPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Light notes of straw develop a sweet licorice-like profile. Light, refreshing. A colorful blending addition.

FREEZE DRIED APPLEPack Sizes: (.125, .5, 4)All natural apple pieces tend mild with delicate acidity - handpicked Macintosh sweetness! Superb orchard character.

FREEZE DRIED APRICOTPack Sizes: (.125, .5, 4)Superbly clean Apricot character tends tart and mildly acidic. Give your blends a touch of summer or enjoy on their own!

MEKONG CINNAMONPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)The sultry character of an afternoon on the Mekong Delta. Sweet, lightly spicy - adds a cinnamon toast character to any blend.

JASMINE FLOWERSPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Mild taste with floral notes reminiscent of gardenias. Jasmine flowers as an infusion are reported to calm the nerves.

LIME LEAVESPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Citrus notes finish on a lightly astringent character hinting at toast. Very clean and refreshing cup.

CHOPPED CHAI MIXPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)South Indian spice gardens abound with a deliciously light, peppery finish. Only premium January grown spices make the grade for this mix.

FREEZE DRIED BANANAPack Sizes: (.175, .7, 5.6)Exquisite banana character naturally preserved for your brewing pleasure. Reminiscent of sweet banana bread fresh from the oven.

FREEZE DRIED GRAPESPack Sizes: (.175, .7, 5.6)Mild grapey wine character…delicate, complex and perfectly preserved. An all-natural addition to your custom fruit blends.

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Over the years many of our customers have been pleasantly surprised to discover that creating custom tea blends does not have to be an exact science. Certainly there are many intricate and pre-set blends, but if you’re the type of person who can throw in a bit of this and a dash of that to create a wonderful meal, then you can blend tea. Even if you aren’t that type, you can still use our blending components to create custom blends, just give us a call and we’ll be happy to share some of our favorite recipes with you.







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Developing your own specialty blends is an excellent way to create customer loyalty. Start with a flavorful base tea, green, black, or herbal and add some dried fruit, flower petals, herbs or spices. Next, give your tea a name and pack it in tins with a custom label. Now your customers will be buying one-of-a-kind teas they can only get in one place…your store. And, by using our blending components you can assure your customers that your ingredients come from a reputable and ethical source…perfect. Natural Dried

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FREEZE DRIED PINEAPPLEPack Sizes: (.175, .7, 5.6)A tropical delight! Mildly acidic pineapple profile is peppered with delicate notes of juicy sweetness.

FREEZE DRIED RASPBERRYPack Sizes: (.175, .7, 5.6)Outstanding fresh from the vine raspberry character. Bold and juicy - a stunning addition to fruit blends.

FREEZE DRIED STRAWBERRYPack Sizes: (.125, .5, 4)Pick-Your-Own berry farms have nothing on these fabulous dried berries. Juicy strawberry flavor is naturally preserved.

FREEZE DRIED MANDARINPack Sizes: (.175, .7, 5.6)Sweet Christmas citrus profile is perfectly preserved through freeze-drying. Try blending with cut cinnamon for a seasonal treat.

FREEZE DRIED KIWIPack Sizes: (.175, .7, 5.6)Here’s to New Zealand! Brilliant tart character of early harvest Kiwis perfectly captured and preserved. Slight honey character.

FREEZE DRIED MANGOPack Sizes: (.175, .7, 5.6)Unbelievable tropical mango character. A lush cup underscored by mild astringency. Get ready to taste paradise.

FREEZE DRIED PAPAYAPack Sizes: (.175, .7, 5.6)Fragrant and floral nose with a delicate mustiness and undertones of malt. Papaya like it was picked this morning!

FREEZE DRIED PEACHPack Sizes: (.175, .7, 5.6)Sweet peachy citrus notes and subtle acidic tang make the taste buds beg for more. Thankfully, we’re fully stocked!

NATURAL MANGO PIECESPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)There’s nothing like mango to brighten your morning. Juicy mango pieces offer a bright cup or great fruit blend addition.

SWEET ORANGE PEELPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Slightly tart with gentle citric notes and a mild taste. Orange peel is rich in Vitamin C and is used in tea blends for citrus notes. [Not for sale in USA]

DRIED APPLE PIECESPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Delicate apple notes with a sweet Macintosh finish. Apples are acknowledged to contain many vitamins and are part of a healthy lifestyle.

FREEZE DRIED PEARPack Sizes: (.175, .7, 5.6)Ripe Bartlett pear flavor is smooth, mellow and delicious. Nose reminds of a stop at a roadside fruit stall.

NATURAL DRIED PAPAYAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Pa-pa-papaya! Our supplier has found a way to preserve the intricate fruit flavor completely intact. Simply wonderful.

NATURAL DRIED PINEAPPLEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Pineapple has long been associated with hospitality. Our dried pineapple welcomes you with a pungent nose and brilliant cup.

NATURAL DRIED LIME PIECESPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Musky with sweet and strong citrus notes - delicious. Lime is known to mix well with green and black teas.

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One of my co-workers brought me in a sample of one of your teas a couple of weeks ago and I am now totally hooked! It was Elderberry Tea. I was wondering if you could tell me where I could purchase this tea in Vancouver as I am doling it out very carefully, but it won’t last forever and I’m getting anxious. Thanks, Carol Downes, Vancouver, BC








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HERBAL TEACaffeine FreeA dry cup, somewhat herbaceous,

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HIBISCUSPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A deep red infusion similar to grenadine with a taste close to lemonade. Hibiscus is tangy and enriched with Vitamin C.

LAVENDERPack Sizes: (.25, .75, 6)The taste is mild with a distinctive floral perfume and a slight pungency. Herbalists often use Lavender in various treatments.

CAMOMILE LEMON GRASSPack Sizes: (.25, .75, 6)Very refreshing with a light and flavorful lemon character tempered with spring fresh hints of apple-like camomile.

ON THE WATERFRONTPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)A herbal symphony with delicious mint notes and hints of peach and spice. Cleansing finish.

CAMOMILE MINTPack Sizes: (.25, .75, 6)Full flavored and refreshing character with superb Washington mint highlights. Delightful lingering finish.

The first known instance of herbs being collected for the purpose of ingesting them took place 60,000 years ago. Recent archaeological findings appear to indicate that even way back then, our Neanderthal relatives living in Iran understood the many ways that herbs can heal and soothe the body. So raise a cup to the past! Or, use our herbals to concoct your own custom tea blends.

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EGYPTIAN CAMOMILEPack Sizes: (.25, .75, 6)Very aromatic with a fruity tending floral flavor. Camomile is often sipped for relief of ailments ranging from toothache to insomnia.

CHRYSANTHEMUMPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Very floral with pungent notes. Long lingering finish. Some cultures drink Chrysanthemum tea to assist with skin care.

ROSE BUDS AND PETALSPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)The cup has light floral notes with a pleasant lingering finish. Often used to make a tea blend look exotic and romantic.

ROSEHIPPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Mild and fruity with slightly pungent sweet pear notes. Rosehips contain iron, calcium plus Vitamins A, D, and E.

LOTUS FLOWERPack Sizes: 10 buds per packSlighty sweet with light floral notes. Infuse in boiling water to see a magical lotus blossom come to life.

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Mild and fruity with slightly pungent Our Egyptian Camomile is Fair Trade certified. This delicious herbal has been grown on small family owned farms in the Nile delta since the days of the Pharaohs.

LINDEN FLOWERSPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Dry cup, somewhat herbaceous, with hints of sweet licorice.

Rosehip is particularly high in Vitamin C, with about 1700 – 2000 mg per 100 g in the dried product. It also contains vitamins A, D and E, essential fatty acids and antioxidant flavonoids. Besides being used as a remedy for rheumatoid arthritis, dizziness and headaches it is commonly used externally in oil form to restore firmness to skin by nourishing tissue. Source: BBC News, June 18, 2007

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ENERTEAPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Need a boost? Gynostemma lends the sweet profile, ginger gives the ‘bite’ and peppermint brings it all to life. Let’s go!

Very aromatic with a fruity tending floral flavor.

Camomile is often sipped for relief of ailments

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RASPBERRY LEAVESPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)These leaves carry a neutral flavor tending towards a grassy character. Often used as decoration in various tea blends.

ROOIBOS GOOD HOPEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)The reddish orange cup is fruity with sweet notes. Enriched with nutrients such as iron, potassium, calcium and fluoride.

SPEARMINTPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)A pungent cool fresh taste that takes your breath away. Spearmint has been used to relieve headaches and tension.

HONEYBUSHPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Refreshing and cleansing with hints of honey. The finish is reminiscent of light Madagascar pepper. Consumption with milk and sugar is often recommended.

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GYNOSTEMMAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 12)Initially the taste is mildly grassy but soon a natural sweetness fills your mouth with a lightly astringent finish. Widely consumed in Southern China for energy and long life.

LEMON BALMPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Herbaceous lemon notes with a slightly dry cup. Ancient Romans thought lemon balm tea promoted healthy life - All hail Ceasar!

LEMON GRASSPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)A sweet lemon taste profile. Often used in teas to impart a lemon character without the tangy flavor.

True gaucho fl avor tending slightly bitter and wild.

Mate is rich in mateine and was used as a caffeine

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It remains very popular in Argentina and Brazil.

Origin: Brazil Region: Parana

Grade: Cancheada

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GREEN MATE CANCHEADAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)True gaucho flavor tending slightly bitter and wild. Mate is rich in mateine. It remains very popular in Argentina and Brazil.

LEMON FLAVORED MATEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Tending slightly sweet, this green mate finishes with palate cleansing Egyptian lemon. Delicious and invigorating.

GREEN YERBA MATEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Mate is rich in caffeine and was a popular pick-me-up in Latin America before the advent of coffee. The cup has a greenish and vegetative character.

PEPPERMINT WILLAMETTEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Very pungent cool fresh taste. Many claim it calms the digestive system and relieves heartburn, stomachache and nausea.

LICORICE ROOTPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Sweet character with light medicinal notes and anise - like finish. Excellent with Peppermint or Camomile.

ROASTED MATEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full bodied and smooth. The roasted character imparts a coffee-like toast flavor. Rich in mateine which is recognized as a mild stimulant.

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GINGER PIECESPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Excellent clean ginger notes with a refreshing ginger hot finish. Clean lingering character. Many claim ginger eases cold symptoms.

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Grade: Cut and Sift

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Certifying Body: Ecocert, France

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Traditional Drinking Herbs | LEAVES, MATE, ROOTSPack Your Own

For centuries, herbs have been consumed for medicinal purposes in every corner of the globe. Subsequently, folk remedies for the treatment of a multitude of ailments abound the world over. Some of these folk remedies may be safe, others may not be. We advise that if any of our dried herbs are to be used for medicinal purposes, a certified health professional be consulted in advance. Taken in moderation, all of our herbals can be enjoyed at any time. Here’s to your health!

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Often used in teas to impart a lemon character without the tangy flavor.

Very aromatic with wild apple-like f lavour

notes. Camomile is often sipped for relief of

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Grade: First Grade

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Picked on the Tibetan plateau, this aromatic

lavender is sweet and satisfying. Better than

French #1 Provence. Excellent value!

Origin: China Region: Tibet Autonomous Region

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A tea that is lively and bright and full of energy. A

‘catch me if you can’ and ‘run, run’ fruit fl avor.

Ingredients: Dried apple, Hibiscus petals, Rosehip

shells, Dried pineapple, Cornfl ower petals, Rose petals,

Blackberry leaves, Calendula petals, Natural fl avors

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APRICOT SUPREMEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Bold, bright with delightful apricot notes. A dash of sugar encourages the tart character. Wonderfully refreshing - hot or cold.

BELLA COOLAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A predominant orange character with the lovely sweetness of pineapple (which provides flavor depth). The aroma is simply fantastic!

BUBBLEGUMPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Combines caramel with a strawberry and lemon character to create a taste sensation for the younger set. (Remove the gum before brewing.)

LADY HANNAH’S WHOLE FRUITPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A boldly refined taste that is bright with strawberry and blackberry highlights. A taste sensation rich in Vitamin C.

BUMBLEFRUITPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Lively, bright and full of energy. A ‘catch me if you can’ and ‘run, run,’ fruit flavor.

Remember the TV commercial about the kid who wouldn’t eat anything but then went for a bowl of cereal? “Mikey likes it! Mikey likes it!” Well, Mikey would LOVE these teas. His parents would too since they’re sugar free and all natural. You’ll love them too - they’re an excellent way to introduce a new generation to loose tea. Want to really wow the kids? These blends make delicious, healthy popsicles.

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TUTTI FRUITIPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Terrific tasting tea for kids. A candy-like caramel flavor gives sweetness with berries for depth and flavor. Rich in Vitamin C.

ANGEL FALLS MISTPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A wildly, exotic strawberry and lemon character. A pinch of sugar boosts the flavor profile. Makes terrific herbal tea - hot or iced!

BLUE LAGOONPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Refreshingly rich and tangy, this herb and fruit tea is pungent with a bold taste of lime. Makes a stunning iced tea.

CASABLANCAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Discover fruity hints of raspberry and strawberry. Exotic components add depth and mystery to the cup.

BLUE EYESPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A hint of caramel gives this herb and fruit tea a sweet, almost candy-like flavor. Added mystery in the blend fills the cup with intrigue.

YUMMY BERRYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Wildberry, currant and fruity, tending sweet and tart. A must for a kiddies’ tea party and makes delicious popsicles! Rich in Vitamin C.

BERRY BERRYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A full flavored tea with deep berry notes. The infused cup is burgundy red and provides strength and character. A terrific herbal tea.

BINGO BLUEBERRYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Deep, intoxicating berry fruit flavor. Good strength with a burgundy color. Excellent hot or iced.

CHERRYBANA BIG FRUITPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Bold and bright with tart and tangy sour cherry notes. Has a delicious, mild and sweet banana finish.

CRANBERRY APPLEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full flavored and pungent with a rich, fruity character. Add a cinnamon stick or a few cloves for an exotic mulled spice tea.







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HERB AND FRUIT TEACaffeine Free

Bright refreshing orange fl avor with light

spice notes. Memories of a steamy Brasilian

samba dance throughout the cup.

Ingredients: Dried apple, Rosehip pieces, Hibiscus petals,

Orange pieces, Cinnamon pieces, Natural fl avors

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Offer your customers a healthy alternative to sugared sodas, soft drinks and artificially flavored tea-type drinks. Our herb & fruit teas taste better than all the above, (in our humble opinion), have no sugar, (it’s a bona fide fact), and are really good for you, (they’re packed with Vitamin C - who can argue?), Oh, and there’s one more thing. These are absolutely fantabulous when brewed to make iced tea. (That’s our not so humble opinion right there!)

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ORANGE GROVE VANILLAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Like a walk through an orange grove in blossom time. Creamy orange highlights with a smooth cup. Makes a lovely iced tea.

ORIENT EXPRESSPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Allll Aboooaaarrrdd! Spicy cinnamon and sweet, nutty almond give this herb and fruit tea a mysterious depth and flavor unlike any other tea.

IPANEMA CLEMENTINE SPICEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Bright refreshing orange flavor with light spice notes. Memories of a steamy Brasilian samba dance throughout the cup.

HIP HOP HONEY LICORICEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A beguiling mouth melody for licorice lovers melded with honey overtones. Fruity finish with licorice highlights.

LAST MANGO IN PARISPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)The unsurpassable flavor of Micronesian mangos makes love to the taste buds. Fruity, lively and bright. Start a new affair!

LEMON MANGO PUNCHPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)This herbal has the refreshing character of lemon and the sweet tropical notes of mango. A delightful combination. Simply wonderful iced!

MADAGASCAR ALMOND SPICEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full-bodied with almond and hints of cinnamon nestled between hibiscus and rosehip. Change the meaning of afternoon tea!

SPRINGBERRYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)This delicious blend of fruits and berries creates a reminder of New England summers. Strawberry flavor notes are inviting and refreshing.

STRAWBERRY KIWIPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Wonderfully fruity and full bodied with excellent flavor. Make tasty popsicle treats for children whilst you enjoy it with good company.

PINA COLADA CARMEN MIRANDAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A sultry taste explosion of pineapple, tropical fruit and coconut. Carmen would approve – Arriba, Arriba!

MERCEDES APPLE SPICEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A taste reminiscent of juicy autumn apples caress a cup with sweet and piquant spice notes. Mild cinnamon finish.

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SUMMER BREEZEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A herbal tea with refreshing and invigorating lemon character. Reminds one of oceanside days in the sun.

TROPICAL FRUIT COCKTAILPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A lovely blend of fruits, herbs and natural flavors. Full-bodied with a full red liquor and fruit intrigue. Makes stunning iced tea.

I have just returned from a visit to Greenfield Village in the Detroit, Michigan area. While there my children and I had Yummy Berry tea. It is delicious!Sincerely, Kristie Jones, Louisville, Kentucky

PARADISO PEACHPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Bold, bright, peachy; slightly tart with natural sweetness. Freeze it to make healthy, tasty popsicles for children!








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POLYPHENOL TEST RESULTS*We had several teas tested for polyphenol content at a University laboratory. Below are our findings.

Page # Country Description milligrams of polyphenols percentage of polyphenols of Origin per 2 grams by dry weight58 Kenya Kenya Silverback White Tea 266 13.3050 Malawi Malawi Natural Green Dryer Mouth Tea 261 13.0550 Kenya Kenya Natural Green Dryer Mouth Tea 240 12.0050 Sri Lanka Ceylon Natural Black Dryer Mouth 223 11.1547 Brasil Yerba Mate Green 219 10.9550 Kenya Changoi Natural Lion Mane Tea 205 10.2550 Malawi Malawi Natural Black Dryer Mouth Tea 195 9.7558 Kenya Kenya Nandi Safari White Tea 187 9.3550 Kenya Kenya Natural Black Dryer Mouth Tea 186 9.3058 Kenya Crested Crane Pai Mu Tan White Tea 185 9.2540 China Madame Buttefly Jasmine Green Tea 181 9.0540 China Jasmine with Flowers Green Tea 169 8.4556 China Organic Slimming Oolong Tea 159 7.9518 Sri Lanka Earl Grey - Flavored Black Tea 146 7.3020 India Borengajuli Assam FBOP - Black Tea 145 7.25Grocery/Discount Store Red Rose - Canadian Black Tea Blend 121 6.05Grocery/Discount Store Tetley Tea - Canadian Black Tea Blend 119 5.95Grocery/Discount Store No Name - Canadian Black Tea Blend 104 5.20

Natural Tea | KENYA, MALAWI, SRI LANKA

CEYLON BLACK DRYER MOUTH – PEDRO ESTATEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)New offering from the island nation. Classic Ceylon character with tempting round body. Perfect morning or afternoon.

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seasonal taste that has made Kenya the Tuscany of

tea. Superbly fresh - like drinking tea on the estate.

Origin: Kenya Region: Nandi

Grade: Dryer Mouth

Ingredients: Premium Kenya green tea

NATURAL TEAGreen TeaA wonderful tea with exceptional Kenya

taste profi le. Tea the way it was meant

to be. Takes milk very well and simply made

for sharing with friends and lovers.


Grade: Dryer Mouth

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KENYA GREEN DRYER MOUTH – KOSABEI ESTATEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)An awesome tea! Full green tea notes with all the seasonal taste that has made Kenya the Tuscany of tea. Superbly fresh – like drinking tea on the estate.

KENYA BLACK DRYER MOUTH – LELSA ESTATEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A wonderful tea with exceptional Kenya taste profile. Tea the way it was meant to be. Takes milk very well and simply made for sharing with friends and lovers.

Natural tea - as close as you can get to drinking tea on an estate without boarding the Cessna out of Mombasa or Lilongwe! The leaf stock used is plucked from a special sub-genus of Camellia Sinensis that peaks in flavor during February. Finished tea is made by halting production half way through the CTC cycle, (Cut Tear & Curl), as leaf comes out of the dryer. The resulting cup is wonderfully rich, raw and flavory, typically with deep notes of sweet malt - an innovative development in African tea.

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MALAWI GREEN DRYER MOUTH – SATEMWA ZOMBA ESTATEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full flavored tea minus the vegetative notes typical of Eastern greens. Excellent cup with light astringency.

MALAWI BLACK DRYER MOUTH – SATEMWA ESTATEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Mild cup exhibits a sweetish nose. Malty character comes to the fore leading to a medium clean finish. Well rounded.go

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NATURAL TEAS VERY HIGH IN ANTIOXIDANTS

New grade of tea to the specialty

market.

Estates that don’t use pesticides or herbicides on tea.

Unbelievable taste!!

One of the more recent innovations in the world of tea

is the introduction of Natural Tea, a hybrid between the

leafy product normally associated with orthodox teas and

typically pellet shaped, CTC teas. Not only do natural teas

taste like no cup you’ve ever had before, they’re responsible

for opening new income streams many tea growers have

never had before.

What makes their flavor so distinct?

Unlike most single estate loose leaf teas, Natural Tea is

produced and shipped in an un-graded state. As such, a

typical Natural Tea is comprised of every grade normally

produced by the factory. This might range from the

intensely robust Dust grades right up to the more mildly

flavored Pekoe grades. The subsequent blending of leaf

character, all from one Estate origin, produces a cup that is

rich, exceptionally round and loaded with nuance.

Why are they good for growers?

The development of Natural Tea has helped keep money in

the hands of growers who reinvest to benefit their workers

– a feature of doing business in the developing world that

we strongly support. How? The tea we characterize as

Natural Tea used to be sold at a discount. All it took was

one forward thinking individual to theorize that the tea may

be exceptionally high in polyphenols, test it, cup it and

realize how delicious and healthy it was for an entirely new

specialty segment to develop.

What’s more, our Natural Teas are grown on Estates that use

no herbicides or pesticides. You simply can’t go wrong.

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Tea dryer in action at Pedro Estate. When making natural tea, the leaf is fed into the top of the dryer, sifted back and forth along the length of the drying bed and exited near the “dryer mouth” beneath the platform the technician is standing on. (Like Metro

Tea, Pedro Estate is HACCP and ETP certified.)

*Disclaimers: a) Teas as tested. Results may vary from cup to cup. b) Tea is a continuous crop and results may vary from one day’s harvest to the next. c) Metropolitan Tea takes no responsibility for the testing results. d) 2 grams of tea brewed for 4 minutes.

Neatly ordered housing on Lesla estate. (Lesla is ETP, HACCP and

Fair Trade Certified.)

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CHANGOI LION’S MANEPack Sizes: (.5, 1.5, 12)Exceedingly full character tending malt with exotic African profile. So thick you want to eat it with a spoon.

Natural tea - as close as you can get to drinking tea on an estate without boarding the Natural tea - as close as you can get to drinking tea on an estate without boarding the

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OOLONG TEAThis is China’s best oolong from the Wuyi

Mountains. Distinctive orchid notes abound

throughout, tickling all your fancies.

Origin: China Region: Wuyi Mountains

Grade: Super grade

Ingredients: Premium oolong tea

Fresh and lively with a light astringent finish, this

oolong is only available for 3 weeks every April

from special tea bushes in northern Taiwan.

Origin: Taiwan Region: Taipei County

Grade: Spring Pouchong


OOLONG TEAVery smooth with light floral orchid

notes and a mellow, haunting finish.

Origin: Taiwan Region: Nantou County

Grade: Dung TiIngredients: Premium oolong tea

OOLONG TEA

A most unique character best described as

‘premium oolong with sweet milk and light orchid

notes peeking out from camellia depths’.

Origin: China Region: Wuyi Mountains

Grade: Milk Oolong


OOLONG TEA

A wonderful tea with exceptional Kenya taste profi le. Tea the way it was meant

to be. Takes milk very well and simply made for sharing with friends and lovers.

Origin: Kenya Region: NandiGrade: Dryer Mouth

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Oolong Tea | CHINA, SRI LANKA, TAIWANPack Your Own

Crafting quality Oolong tea is an art form. Like regional variance in fine wines, soil integrity, humidity levels, genus and artisanal skill all leave their imprint on the delicate leaf. Oolongs are grown in limited areas where the conditions are perfect and great care is taken to ensure the health of the surrounding environment. Traditionally, these teas are enjoyed in small quantities so the intricacies and subtle shifts of character can be truly appreciated. Formosa Oolong Oolong

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SE CHUNG OOLONGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Smooth cup with exotic flavor notes. Light color tending yellowish cup.

SUPER BUTTERFLY WUYI OOLONGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Stunning quality from China’s Wuyi Mountains. Distinctive notes of orchid, peach and sweet earth float like a butterfly.

TI KUAN YIN IRON GODDESS OOLONGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A distinctive light cup with hints of orchid-like flavor. Excellent for quiet moments.

HUNAN RED OOLONGPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Hauntingly piquant with toasty flavor notes. Very stylish leaf. Full bodied with reddish cup and infusion.

BLUE SPRING OOLONGPack Size: (.5, 2, 16)An Imperial favorite. Hand selected Ti Kuan Yin Oolong layers notes of orchid, minerals, baking bread and faint wine. Rare.

ORCHID OOLONGPack Sizes: 227g (8oz)One of the world’s most exquisite teas. Haunting orchid floral notes. A stunning tea to savor with friends.

PHOENIX #1 IRON GODDESS OOLONGPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)A light ‘airy’ character with delicate orchid-like notes. A top grade oolong with a pale green yellowish cup.

FORMOSA OOLONGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Smooth and slightly sweet, toasty with a touch of dryness. Enjoyed best with company.

SPRING POUCHONGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)This tea is fresh and lively with a light astringent finish. Only available for 3 weeks every April from special tea bushes in northern Taiwan.

DUNG TI OOLONGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Very smooth with light floral orchid notes and a mellow, haunting finish.

QUEEN’S CHINA OOLONGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Probably one of the best Oolongs in the world. Bright orchid-like flavor bursting from each sip. Do not add milk.

SUPER FANCY FORMOSA OOLONG Pack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A premium rare tea with burgundy depth. Delicate toast and jam notes finish the cup. Also named Four Season Oolong because of its leaf color.

OOLONG ORANGE BLOSSOMPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Wildly exotic. Toasty roundness with fruity Jasmine notes. Stunning as an iced tea.

QUANGZHOU MILK OOLONGPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)A most unique character best described as “sweet milk”. Impeccable orchid notes peek out from camellia depths. Long smooth finish.

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While visiting Boston, MA, I purchased some of your Kenya Natural tea. I never knew that tea could taste so good. It was by far the best tea I have ever had! But I’m running out and I need to know where in my area I can purchase more. Thank you. Mrs. Patricia A. Perry

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Men who drank black tea four

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GINGER REGENERATEPack Sizes: (.2, .4) - EurORGGreen tea and ginger pressed together to regenerate and recharge. Ginger, known for restorative properties offers a bit of a bite.

HIBISCUS REVIVEPack Sizes: (.2, .4) - EurORGPerk up with notes of green tea grassiness and floral hibiscus. A great pick-me-up after a late night out!

LAVENDER RESPONDPack Sizes: (.2, .4) - EurORGSweet notes of fresh French lavender and green tea beg a response. A delicious conversation-starter.

Maintain a smaller environmental footprint with our large selection of organic black teas. How does an organic tea farm operate? • Abstinence from using any synthetic fertilizer, pesticide or herbicide.• Environmental protection of lands surrounding the gardens.• Replenishment and maintenance of garden soil fertility using natural means.• Promoting and maintaining biodiversity in the gardens and surrounding lands.It’s not an easy task – there’s a reason our luxury organic teas are so rare!

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CHRYSANTHEMUM RELAXPack Sizes: (.2, .4) - EurORGPut your feet up, sit back and chill. Tea coin pressed with freshly plucked Chrysanthemums unlocks the secrets of relaxation.

EARL GREYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Natural bergamot infuses the air with heady aroma. The Prime Minister of England (1830-1834) would be proud - his signature tea has been revived.

ENGLISH BREAKFASTPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) A perfect breakfast tea with body and full flavour. Harkens back to the days when tea laden clipper ships raced to London.

CREAM EARL GREYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) A remarkably heady Earl Grey tempered with wickedly delicious cream flavour. One cup is not enough!

IMPERIAL KEEMUNPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Crisp and lively with flavorful burgundy notes. Delicious hints of oak with a golden red cup. Superb tea!

LAPSANG SOUCHONGPack Sizes: (.5, 1.5, 12)A smooth crisp character with the remarkable heady aroma of a pine and oak wood fire. Cup tends bright with reddish hues.

TONG MU PHOENIX TREE LAPSANGPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Spring leaf grown wild in the pine forests of Wuyishan. Imparts light cask oak, wafts of smoke, molasses and malt. Exceptionally rare.

KEEMUN PANDA #1Pack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Lovely burgundy depth with light hints of an oak cask. A tea to savor during hectic or quiet times.

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The Tong Mu Phoenix Tree

Lapsang factory near Mount

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IRISH BREAKFASTPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) A stout and robust blend of February Tanzanian and June 2nd flush Assam. Superb colour and full-bodied. Excellent all day tea - not just breakfast!

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Over the last decade or so, sales of organic teas and herbals have increased dramatically - by some estimates, more than 20% per year. As more gardens and farms convert to organic methods and the varieties of certifiable organic tea increase, this number is certain to rise even higher. Even if you aren’t running a purely organic tea shop or café, stocking organic options shows your customers that you’re thinking ahead, both in terms of sales and protection of the planet.

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MONK’S BLENDPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Light fruity grenadine lifts exotic caramel vanilla creating a unique heavenly flavor. Excellent smooth and mellow finish.

PEACH APRICOTPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Lusciously sweet peach essence enhanced with full flavor apricots. A delicious aroma wafts upwards and portends a cup of ecstasy.

LONG ISLAND STRAWBERRYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Tony Soprano’s favorite. Very refreshing and reflective. Lush ripe strawberry notes fill the cup leading to an astringent finish.

KYOTO CHERRYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) This tea is fresh and smooth with excellent depth and body. The cherry flavoring and subtle rose hints give the tea a wildly exotic character.

SAIPAN HYBRID GREEN HIBISCUS Pack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Tart hibiscus is softened by peachy Osmanthus notes. Positively overflowing with goodness – a “perfect” tea.

ANDALUSIA LEMONPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) - EurORGSouth African rooibos meets Spanish lemon in this tantalizing blend. Mellow, astringent and dripping with juicy lemon.

BERRY BERRYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full flavored with deep berry notes. The cup is burgundy red with strength and body. Enjoyed hot or iced, a dash of sugar highlights the flavor.

BELLA COOLAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Beguiling notes of sweet orange at the fore with a light pineapple background. Can’t be beat over ice – so good!

MANGO MANGOPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Piquant and exotic with mysterious fruit notes. The cup has a sweetness and delicate hints of island musk that peep out. Makes a superb iced tea.

POMEGRANATE LEMONPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Succulent astringent character of pomegranate fuses with sweet and sour Andalusia Lemon. You can hear your customers saying, “More please!”

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PEACH ROOIBOSPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Sweet and sultry peach notes accentuate fruity rooibos - a medley that lifts you to peach heaven.

ROMAN PROVENCEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) An enchanting herbal tea that’s good for you! Fruity ripe berry notes balanced with mild lavender.

CRANBERRY APPLEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full flavored and pungent with a rich fruity character. Lightly sweetened - a superb tea hot or iced. For a touch of spice, garnish with cinnamon.

WILD BLUEBERRYPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Intoxicating aroma with the flavor of wild blueberries. A pinch of sugar makes a stunning tea, iced or hot!

We were given some of your organic Earl Grey tea at Xmas. As a couple of “Brits”, my wife I and are confirmed tea drinkers and we have to tell you that we think your organic teas provide the best cup of tea we’ve had the pleasure to drink for a long, long time.Sincerely, Ken and Julie Allsopp, Kingston, Ontario








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CERTIFIED ORGANICGreen Tea

Toasty and jammy notes leap from a

cup that is also sprinkled with lightly

vegetative green tea notes.

Origin: Japan Region: Mie Prefecture

Grade: Genmaicha Certifying Body: JONA, Japan

Ingredients: Premium green tea, Roasted rice


Fresh green tea flavor explodes in your

mouth tempered with hints of sweet pear.

An excellent quality Japanese green tea!

Origin: Japan Region: Shizuoka Prefecture

Grade: Bancha Certifying Body: JONA, Japan



The peach character of osmanthus comes to

the fore with hints of jasmine and lily. Smooth

and satisfying green tea notes on the finish.

Origin: China Region: Anhui Province

Grade: Osmanthus Certifying Body: IMO, Switzerland

Ingredients: Premium green tea, Osmanthus petals


Bold and full flavored with hints of pine

on the finish. An excellent example

of a robust China green tea.

Origin: China Region: Anhui Province

Grade: Young Hyson Certifying Body: IMO, Switzerland


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JAPAN BANCHAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Fresh green tea flavor explodes in your mouth tempered with hints of sweet pear. An excellent quality Japanese green tea!

JAPAN GENMAICHAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Toasty and jammy notes leap from the cup with mellow green tea notes and lightly vegetative flavor sprinkled throughout.

SENCHA FUJIPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Delicious green tea character with depth, body and some pungency. Cup tends bright forest green.

“Make tea, not war.” If you’re a Monty Python fan, you’ll recognize that phrase from the back of the jackets worn by the Hell’s Grannies in a famous old skit. We tend to agree. We also agree with the organic practices exemplified by our selected suppliers in China and Japan. Their adherence to natural tea farming methods produces green teas of exceptional color, aroma and flavor. Interestingly, some of these farms have followed organic process for centuries, but are only now becoming certified.

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GYOKUROPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Expansive green tea flavor with delicious vegetative notes. An excellent steamed green tea.

SPECIAL CHUNMEE #1Pack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)An exceptional Chunmee. Light spring nose, full bodied with notes of toast, sweet plum and moss – stunning.

DRAGONWELLPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Hand picked spring growth offers exquisite green notes. Sweetish with light layers of astringency. Brew it two or three times.

JASMINE GOLD DRAGONPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Exquisite, abundant Jasmine character on a seasonal green tea. This Jasmine flavor is only possible with midnight May flowers.

PEACOCK #1Pack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Delicious green tea character with delightful fruity-like early season flavor. Cup is bright emerald green.

PEARL RIVERPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full green tea flavor withdelicate pungency and body. Satisfying cup tending bright forest green color.

TIANMU MING DYNASTYPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Superb taste with sweet, almost honey-like notes. Deliciously vegetative with expansive flavor.

NATURAL PEACH OSMANTHUSPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)The peach character of osmanthus comes to the fore with hints of jasmine and lily. Smooth and satisfying green notes on the finish.

OSPREY GUNPOWDERPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A special, new season green tea with surprising body and a captivating taste. Infusion tends dark green.

LUCKY DRAGON HYSONPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Bold and full flavored with hints of pine at the finish. An excellent China green tea and a great value!

SENCHA AKAIKEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) A medium-bodied Sencha that tends lightly vegetative with hints of cut grass. Known to be high in polyphenols.

ANISE SEEDSPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Memories of Amsterdam and warm hot buttery toast. Lightly spicy licorice notes abound.

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Leaves: Mint

Very aromatic with wild apple-like f lavour

notes. Camomile is often sipped for relief of

ailments ranging from toothache to insomnia.


Grade: First Grade

Ingredients: Premium organic camomile

Certifying Body: Ecoa, Egypt

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caffeine in Latin America before the advent of coffee.


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Picked on the Tibetan plateau, this aromatic

lavender is sweet and satisfying. Better than

French #1 Provence. Excellent value!

Origin: China Region: Tibet Autonomous Region

Grade: Super Blue Certifying Body: IMO, Switzerland

Ingredients: Wild lavender

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Organic Herbal | HERBAL, FRUIT, LEAVES (ROOIBOS, MATE, MINT), FLOWERSPack Your Own

Is there anything more uplifting than a freshly brewed pot of organic herbal tea? Offer your customers tisanes and herbs the way Mother Nature intended them. Each has been farmed and harvested according to traditional methods and are gloriously free of agricultural additives. Try them on their own or experiment a little and develop your own organic blends. Your customers will love you for it!

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GREEN MATE CANCHEADAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 12)The cup has a mild body with a slightly bitter and wild Brazilian pampas taste. Mate is rich in mateine and was used as caffeine in Latin America before the advent of coffee.

PEPPERMINT WILLAMETTEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8) An unforgettable pungent 2nd cut (the best cut) peppermint. Many purported health benefits are linked to the mint family.

NILE DELTA CAMOMILEPack Sizes: (.25, .75, 6) Very aromatic with mild apple-like flavor notes. Camomile is often sipped for relief of ailments ranging from toothache to insomnia.

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GREEN ROOIBOSPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Sweet pleasant cup with delicate herbaceous notes. Light fruity finish. rooibos is laden with vitamins and minerals and an excellent source of polyphenols.

ROOIBOSPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Reddish infusion with sweet, tending fruity flavor, notes. Rich in vitamins and other nutrients.

OSMANTHUS PETALSPack Sizes: (.25, .75, 6) Delicate and light peach-like flavor notes. A pinch of Osmanthus in a tea gives a springtime lift to the cup.

KHARTOUM HIBISCUSPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8) A lovely deep red infusion similar to pomegranate but with a ‘pucker power’ taste similar to lemonade. Hibiscus is tangy and full of natural Vitamin C.

GREEN MATEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)True gaucho flavor, full bodied but slightly bitter and wild. Mate is rich in mateine and was used as caffeine in Latin America before the advent of coffee.

SPEARMINTPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8) Piquant with a mouth-tingling fresh and lively character.

HONEYBUSHPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Refreshing and cleansing with hints of honey. The finish is reminiscent of light Madagascar pepper. Consumption with milk and sugar is often recommended.

ROSE BUDSPack Sizes: (.25, .75, 6) Delicate light rose taste. Dress up your own special tea or steep it on its own. Perfect for an afternoon with friends.

CALENDULA PETALSPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4) Colorful petals with a mild vegetative note. The name dates from Roman times when calendula flowered on the first of the month – the calends.

TIBETAN WILD LAVENDERPack Sizes: (.25, .75, 6)Picked on the Tibetan plateau, this aromatic lavender is sweet and satisfying. Better than French #1 Provence. Excellent value!

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CERTIFIED ORGANICBlack TeaTending full bodied with Assam-like notes of

malt and a lightly astringent finish. In 2001, the

estate was declared a private nature reserve.

Origin: Guatemala Region: Los Andes Nature Reserve

Grade: Orange Fannings Certifying Body: Mayacert

Ingredients: Premium organic black tea

CERTIFIED ORGANICWhite Tea

Mellow cup with some astringency. Natural

drying imparts a pleasant nutty character

to the cup with caramel-like notes.


Grade: Pai Mu Tan

Ingredients: Premium white tea

Certifying Body: BCS, Germany

Full bodied and fl avory with a mild astringent

fi nish. Malty and molassas-like note are in

abundance. Takes milk and sugar very well.

Origin: India Region: Assam Province

Grade:TGFOP Ingredients: Premium 2nd fl ush black tea

Certifying Body: IMO, Switzerland

CERTIFIED ORGANICBlack Tea

Full bodied and full fl avored with molassas-like

malty notes. Takes milk and sugar very well.

Assam is the world’s largest tea growing district.

Origin: India Region: Assam Province

Grade: FBOP Ingredients: Premium 2nd fl ush black tea

Certifying Body: IMO, Switzerland

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LOS ANDESType: Guatemala Estate BlackPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Tending full bodied with Assam-like notes of malt. Finish is lightly astringent. In 2001, the estate was declared a private nature reserve.

TANZANIAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Malty flavor notes reminiscent of a fine Kenyan tea. Bright golden cup that takes milk well.

TI KUAN YIN SLIMMING OOLONGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Floral-like orchid notes with a smooth and haunting finish. An excellent tea which has no calories when consumed without milk or sugar.

The market for organic teas is hotter than a steaming kettle. And why not? As consumers become better educated about organic farming methods and start looking for ways to reduce their environmental footprint, organic teas fit the bill. Our rare organics are sourced from suppliers we’ve known for years. You won’t find a more comprehensive selection anywhere.

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DARJEELINGPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Tippy leaf signifies good manufacturing. Flavory muscatel character will not disappoint the discerning Darjeeling drinker.

SILVER SWALLOWPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8) Let your taste buds fly away on deliciously light vegetative notes and haunting hints of jungle orchids.

PAI MU TANPack Sizes: (.5, .75, 6) A white tea offering a jammy flavor with sweet notes and a delicious lingering finish. Good body with a satisfying cup.

ASSAM - TGFOP

Pack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Tippy and flavorful with superb astringency and full on 2nd flush jammy profile. Expansive malt character opens with milk.

CEYLONPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) A classic Ceylon tea. Light liquoring with hints of delicate floral notes. Lovely tea for afternoon tea parties.

ASSAM - FBOP

Pack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Unbelievable organic black. Full bodied, lovely balanced astringency with jammy hints of malt and toast. A good stout Assam.

ASSAM - PF

Pack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16) Full bodied and brisk with tremendous flavor - all the characteristics that make this 2nd flush Assam a great tea.

WUYI ROCK OOLONGPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8) Hand plucked wild tea from a UNESCO world heritage site. Raw flavor notes belie a classic toasty oolong. Great finish.

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Our Wuyi Rock Oolong is grown in a UNESCO nature preserve in western Fujian. Many of the bushes grow wild and may only be plucked with permission from the state. “Plucking rights” are granted to local families who collect the leaf in a tedious process that pays off handsomely. This rare leaf commands healthy premiums. Try it and you’ll see why, it’s fabulous!

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Are you interested in selling loose tea in your gift shop but think you don’t have the shelf-space? Try our Discovery loose tea packs. Specialized packing gives them a shelf life of 8 years. (Don’t worry, they’ll sell faster than that!)

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Our Specialty Collection has been a perennial favorite with our customers for years. The reason? Their customers are always coming back for more heavenly Angel’s Blend, more exotic Moroccan Madness and more polite and unassuming Canadian Breakfast. (Wait, that’s not right, Canadian Breakfast is hearty and robust.) Like all of our loose teas, we use only premium top range leaf and all natural blending agents to formulate the blends. Order a wide selection and see what all the fuss is about! Organic Assam Canadian

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SPECIALTY

FRENCH BLENDPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Ooh-la-la flavor notes from the ‘creme de la vanille’ blended with flavory Ceylons, pungent Assams and malty Kenyas.

ANGEL’S DREAMPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A heavenly tea with maple sweetness, blackberry pungency, full flavored Assam and a mystery green tea.

MÉNAGE A TEAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A full-bodied tea with excellent brightness and flavor. A combination of tea and dried berries give this tea a market fresh character.

BAJA ICED TEA BLENDPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)An exquisite iced tea that harkens back to St. Louis 1904 (when iced tea was discovered). Cup has burgundy depth and malty highlights. A thirst quenching finish.

BLEND 1776Pack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Hints of maple and strawberry combined with flavory Ceylonand malty Assam give a round full cup. A tea worth fighting for!

MOROCCAN MADNESSPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Malty and flavory with some strength and the cool accent of peppermint. Coppery color with good brightness, tending greenish.

MORNING MIRACLEPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A brisk, bright and lively liquor that fills your mouth with a sweet nuttiness. Coppery bright cup with a light golden hue.

DRAGONMOONPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full-bodied tea with point, flavor and notes of muscatel from 1st flushDarjeeling. The cup has a ‘golden ring’ like a full harvest moon.

CANADIAN BREAKFASTPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)A superb fresh morning tea. Malty notes from Assam, flower-like hints from Kenya with delicate wisps of oakiness from Yunnan.

CZAR NICHOLAS RUSSIAN CARAVANPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Lively and sprightly with toasty notes. A hint of Lapsang relives the heady days and mystery of the Royal Court of St. Petersburg.

STAR OF INDIAPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)All the highlights of India’s teas in a synergistic flavory blend. Malty 2nd flush Assams, 1st flush Darjeelings and sprightly January Nilgiris.

HOOGHLY HOLLERPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Full-bodied pungent tea combining Earl Grey and Vanilla green tea with delicious maltiness from a flavory 2nd flush Assam.



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We take ethical tea production seriously. At least 75% of the teas that make up our specialty blends come from estates that are monitored and certified by both the ETP and Fair Trade. In tea growing regions not yet covered by these organizations our estate visits ensure that social and environmental practices are firmly in place. If they aren’t, we offer improvement suggestions, board the Cessna and fly home empty handed. We believe that stringent controls are needed on a global scale in order for the tea industry to continue to grow.

VIENNA OPERA BALLPack Sizes: (.5, 2, 16)Smooth round flavor with subtle, misty Danube morning flavor from a specially selected Jasmine.

Some time ago I purchased your company’s “Angel’s Dream Tea”, a delicious blackberry maple tea. One of my daughters just drank the last cup and I can’t recall where I bought it! She loves it! Help! Eva Gold, Minneapolis, Minnesota








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Stunning white tea. The exotic perfumy tea

fl avor that makes Kenyan teas famous

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Grade: Special White Tea

Ingredients: Premium Kenya white tea

WHITE TEASpecialty Tea

A white tea with gorgeous oolong style fl avor notes.

The delicate fl avory fi nish is haunting and lingering.

Exceptionally rare to fi nd white tea with this fl avor.


Grade: Specialty White Tea

Ingredients: Premium Kenya white tea

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White Tea | CHINA, DARJEELING, SRI LANKA, KENYA, MALAWI

SOWMEEPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 5)Visually not a typical white tea, since it is sundried after special hand rolling. Its pleasant, toasty character is astringent and full flavored.

DARJEELING WHITE TIPSPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 4)A very rare tea from the Darjeeling area where each leaf is hand selected. The cup is faintly muscatel with a hint of white wine notes.

White teas are considered by some to be the purest in the world. Spring buds are plucked, dried and sorted – no pan firing or steaming, no fermentation, just pure tea. Traditionally these are grown on small freehold plots - some growers produce only a few hundred pounds per year. Our trusted relationships with finished leaf manufacturers ensure that we’re able to secure quantities of even the rarest whites, often before they reach auction, helping to keep profits in growers’ pockets. Note: White tea has a very high polyphenol count.

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SNOW DRAGONPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Hints of delightful jammy pungency are released as the tiny snow dragons roar to life. Each dragon is hand molded from selected downy covered leaves.

KENYA SILVERBACK WHITEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)A white tea with gorgeous oolong style flavor notes. The delicate flavory finish is haunting and lingering. It is exceptionally rare to find white tea with this flavor.

KENYA NANDI SAFARI WHITEPack Sizes: (.25, .5, 4)Stunning white tea. The exotic tea flavor that makes Kenyan teas famous are everywhere! Naturally dried for naturally exquisite flavor and goodness.

PAI MU TANPack Sizes: (.5, .75, 6)A white tea offering ‘jammy’ flavor with sweet notes and a delicious lingering finish. Good body and satisfying cup.

PANDA PEARLSPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Tiny hand rolled tea buds unfurl to release their mild springtime tea flavor. The shape is made to resemble Panda bear tears which are a symbol of good luck.

2 DOVES SILVER NEEDLEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)A premium tea that has exquisite haunting hints of peach with a fresh lingering finish. This is one of China’s best white teas.

100 MONKEYSPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Excellent new season tea flavor. The strength of the cup belies its white tea nature. White tea is acknowledged to be very high in polyphenols.

ADAM’S PEAK WHITEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)Specially hand selected, this leaf is long, mottled and covered with peach fuzz. Light liquoring with peach-like overtones.

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A beautiful shot of a tea bud framed by a blooming tea flower.

In this case, the top bud will become 2 Doves Silver Needle or 100 Monkeys while the 1st and

2nd leaves will become Pai Mu Tan.

PEONY WHITE NEEDLEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 16)This delicate white tea has a clean taste faintly reminiscent of fresh apples. Refreshing with a lovely lingering flavor.

CRESTED CRANE PAI MU TANPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Known for its black teas, Kenyan whites offer layers of malty Kenyan pedigree with peachy white notes. Very high in polyphenols.

ELEPHANT TUSK SILVER NEEDLEPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Ivory in the cup. Superb light malt flavored hand selected silver tips with a touch of briskness, are painstakingly harvested and naturally dried. Extremely rare.

SATEMWA WHITE TWIGPack Sizes: (.5, 1, 8)Exceptionally rare Malawi offering delivers exotic notes of peach and perfume. One of the most full-flavored white teas on the market.

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1 Cup Flavored Black Teas 1 Cup Specialty Teas

2 Cup Tea Bags 1000 Premium Quality Bulk Tea Bags packed in a ‘flavor-sealed’ vacuum bag.

500 Premium Ceylon Tea Bags in a “flavor-sealed” vapor proof bag. The flavoring used is 100% natural and the quality is the same as our loose teas, albeit in small leaf form. Some of our customers offer these to their clientele and others use the bulk tea bags to make their own custom tea packs. Everyone agrees, the quality and flavors are superb.

BLACK CURRANTBLUEBERRYCHERRYCHOCOLATE MINTCRANBERRYCRANBERRY ORANGEELDERBERRYHONEYHUCKLEBERRYICEWINEKEY LIMELEMONMANGO

MAPLEMONK’S BLENDORANGE SPICEPASSION FRUITPEACH APRICOTPINEAPPLERASPBERRYROSESTRAWBERRYVANILLAVANILLA CREAMWILD BLACKBERRY

500 Premium Quality Bulk Tea Bags packed in a “flavor-sealed” vapor proof bag.

VarietalsASSAM (India)DARJEELING (India)KENYA (East of Rift Valley)KEEMUN (China)ORANGE PEKOE (Sri Lanka)

English FavouritesBUCKINGHAM PALACECREAM EARL GREYEARL GREYENGLISH BREAKFASTIRISH BREAKFAST

Green TeasCEYLON GREENCHINA JASMINE

Chai TeasINDIAN SPICED CHAI

HerbalROOIBOS

1 Cup Decaffeinated (C02 Process) Teas500 Premium CO2 Process Bulk Tea Bags packed in “flavor-sealed” vapor proof bag.

* Our Irish Breakfast Decaf comes from a very unique estate in Zimbabwe. The estate is one of the only places on earth where teas are decaffeinated naturally in the green leaf stage using ethyl acetate, rather than CO2. (Ethyl Acetate is a natural compound.) After decaffeination, the tea is processed normally. The ethyl acetate burns off during firing resulting in the best tasting decaf in the world. The Irish demand nothing less!

APRICOTORANGE SPICE

BLACK CURRANTMONK’S BLEND

EARL GREYSTRAWBERRY

ENGLISH BREAKFASTIRISH BREAKFAST*

1 Cup Herbal Teas500 Premium Quality Herbal Tea Bags packed in a “flavor-sealed” vapor proof bag.

CAMOMILE PEPPERMINT ROOIBOS

Chai Teas MASALA CHAI

Decaffeinated IRISH BREAKFAST

English FavouritesEARL GREYENGLISH BREAKFASTST. PAUL’S LONDON BREAKFAST

EstateBORENGAJULI (Assam)MARGARET’S HOPE (Darjeeling)KENMARE (Ceylon)

FlavoredMAPLE MAPLE

Flavored GreenKYOTO CHERRY ROSE

Green TeasGENMAICHAJASMINE BUTTERFLYSENCHA FUKUJYU

Flavored RooibosSUNSHINE LEMON

HerbalEGYPTIAN CAMOMILEPEPPERMINT

Herb & FruitBELLA COOLABERRY BERRYMERCEDES APPLE SPICE

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Bulk Tea Bags | 1 CUP: DECAF, FLAVORED, HERBAL, SPECIALTY2 CUP: DECAF, FLAVORED, HERBAL, HERB & FRUIT, SPECIALTY

Pack Your Own

People ask us, what’s the difference between your teabags and everyone else? The answer is simple:• Top of the market seasonal teas from the world’s top suppliers.• Our teabags don’t hide low quality tea and are blended for flavor, not cup color. • Our bags are filled with premium, ethically produced tea. In many cases, this tea is better than some loose teas available on the market. • Our bulk teabags are perfect for creating your own branded line of premium tea. Pai Mu Tan 100 MonkeysPeony White

NeedleAdams Peak

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Herbal

Process Bulk Tea Bags packed in “flavor-sealed” vapor proof bag.

ENGLISH BREAKFAST

HerbalROOIBOS

Process Bulk Tea Bags packed in “flavor-sealed” vapor proof bag.

My fiancée and I just love your tea. Recently the store where we would buy it was closed due to a fire in a neighbouring store. We have now been without your tea for several months and miss it dearly. Could you please let us know another outlet where we could purchase it?Jill Coleman, Hillsburgh, Ontario

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Mix n’ Match our vapor proof decorator bags with the types of teas you are selling: a green bag for green tea, white bag for white tea, black bag for black tea, etc. Customers will remember you for it!

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d Decorator Bags - 3 Sizes Triple layered, flavor lock decorator bags make packing your own tea a breeze. Ultra durable, with a cellophane outer layer, aluminum middle layer and tissue paper inner means air stays out, flavor stays in. Bags come with decorative gold or silver double-wire ties (B6).

Case Pack: 50 [no mixed cases]B2, B3, B4

Available:BLACK BLUE BURGUNDYGOLD GREEN ORANGEPINK PURPLE REDSILVER WHITE YELLOW

B6 - Silver

B6 - Gold

Sample Bags - 1 SizeA great way to give your clients a small sample of tea to take home.

Case Pack: 1000 [no mixed cases]

Available:

PRINTED PLAIN

Closure Tin TiesDecorative gold and silver double-wire ties for use with decorator B2, B3 & B4 bags.


Paper Utility Bags - 2 Sizes

B5 - 316(0.35 oz.)

B5(0.35 oz.)

B1 - Lge(1 lb.)

B1 - Med(8 oz.)

Gusset Height WidthB1-Medium 250g. (8 oz.) bag 2 3/8 8 3 3/8 makes 100-125 cups of teaB1-Large 500g. (1 lb) bag 2 3/8 12 4 1/4 makes 180-220 cups of teaB2 50g. (2 oz.) bag 1 1/4 6 3/8 2 1/4 makes 20-25 cups of teaB3 100g. (4 oz.) bag 1 5/8 8 2 3/4 makes 40-50 cups of teaB4 250g. (8 oz.) bag 2 9 1/2 3 1/8 makes 100-125 cups of teaB5 or B5-316 10g. (0.35oz.) bag n/a 5 1/2 2 7/8 makes 1-4 cups of tea

Sizing & Measuring Chart (sizes are approximate in inches)

(NB. Quantity discounts available, consult price list)

B5 - 316 B5

GJ-75 Sampler and Snifter JarFlavor-lock cellophane lined paper bags keep tea fresh and offer a nice natural look. Attached wire closure tie allows your customers to reseal the bag easily. (Remember, fresher tea encourages repeat purchases!)


Available:KRAFTWHITE

Scents sell! Give your customers an opportunity to “nose” your teas with this easy to use snifter. Jar holds enough tea for 3-4 pots and can also be used for sample-sized sales. Dimensions (H x D): 3 3/4 x 1 3/4 inchesCase pack: 12



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Packaging Supplies for Tea | EMPTY BAGS, SAMPLING AND SNIFTER JAR

Packing your own custom blends couldn’t be easier or more profitable. Stocking your shelves with House Blends means that once customers are hooked, they’ll only find what they crave at one place – yours!

B2 - 50g(2 oz.)

B3 - 100g(4 oz.)

B4 - 250g(8 oz.)

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Packaging Supplies for Tea | EMPTY TINS AND TEA CADDIES

708: Square Sampler Tin - 4 ColorsCapacity: 25g (1 oz.)


Size (L x W x H): 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 x 1 1/8 inches

Available:GOLD SILVERBLACK GREEN

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Sampling your teas is a great way to introduce customers to that new Hyson, Rooibos or Oolong you’ve just ordered. Window fronted sample tins help create an impressive visual impact.

707: Round Sampler Tin - 2 Colors

Capacity: 25g (1 oz.)Case Pack: 12 [no mixed cases] Size (D x H): 3 x 1 1/8 inches

Available:GOLD SILVER

The housing complex at our tin caddy manufacturer.

Ethics factor into our non-tea products as well. Our

caddy supplier provides health care, housing and

meals for all staff.

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709: NEWPORT Tea Caddy with Hinged Lid – 1 ColorThe hinged lid is accented with a brass pull handle.Capacity: 60g (2.2oz.)Case Pack 12: Size (L x W x H): 2 1/4 x 2 1/4 x 3 inches

Available: BLACK

707: Round Sampler Tin - 2 Colors

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At the caddy factory, the air is filtered and the working environment kept immaculately clean. Here we see the finishing touches being put on our code 714 caddies.

Our caddies are plated in 100% Japanese tin. (Caddies are assembled in China). As a result of Japan’s stringent policies regarding food service steel products, these caddies contain materials certified by the USFDA.

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705WR: SOLEIL Round Sampler Tin with Window – 2 ColorsIncludes see through counter display – the perfect way to put your tea front and center!Capacity: 40g (1.4oz.)Case Pack: 12 [no mixed cases]Size (D x H): 3 1/4 x 1 1/2 inches


706WS: FENETRE Square Sampler Tin with Window – 2 ColorsIncludes see through counter display – another great way to put your tea front and center!Capacity: 40g (1.4oz.)Case Pack 12: [no mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 3 x 3 x 1 1/2 inches


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I have recently purchased two containers of your Vanilla Cream Tea AND LOVE IT. Unfortunately I can’t find it around my home. Is there any way I can find out where I may purchase your product? Any suggestions would be helpful. Thank you for your help in this matter. Linda Phander, Tom’s River, NJ

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Not sure which tea caddy to buy? Try these: 714 royal blue, silver, green and 715 gold and silver.

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714: Medium Tin - 11 ColorsThe quintessential tea tin in a multitude of colors - brews 40-50 cups. Encourage customers to bring them back for re-filling. It’s great for the environment and sales! Barcode and brewing instructions on bottom.

Capacity: 100g (4 oz.) Case Pack: 12 [no mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 x 3 7/8 inches

Available:BLACK BURGUNDY GOLD GREEN JAPAN CLASSIC PLUM ROYAL BLUE RED SILVER WHITE YELLOW

715: Small Tin - 11 ColorsThe perfect gift sized loose tea tin – brews 15-22 cups. Add your own custom label for a one-of-a-kind tea offering. Barcode and brewing instructions on bottom.

Capacity: 50g. (2 oz.)Case Pack: 12 [no mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 2 3/8 x 2 3/8 x 3 1/8 inches

Available:BLACK BURGUNDYGOLD GREENJAPAN CLASSIC PLUMROYAL BLUE REDSILVER WHITEYELLOW

Code 726: Close-up showing stacking & hinged lid.

All cans are empty with a food grade coated interior.

726: Mid-Size MOJO Tin Caddy Hinged Lid - 10 ColorsHinged-lid tin adds a touch of class to your teas – brews 55-75 cups. What’s more, these tins are stackable for colorful merchandising displays. Barcode and brewing instructions on bottom.

Case Pack: 12 [no mixed cases]Capacity: 150g (5.25 oz.)Size (L x W x H): 3 x 3 x 4 3/8 inches

Available:BLACK BURGUNDYGOLD GREENPLUM ROYAL BLUERED SILVERWHITE YELLOW



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Packaging Supplies for Tea | EMPTY TINS AND TEA CADDIES

We make custom packing easy. 12 tins per case, descriptive tea profiles for each tea, electronic and toll free support solutions. It’s simple: Good Tea Tastes Better. Good Tea Sells Better.

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735: RIEH Small Round Caddy with

Gavarst Lid – 10 Colors Smaller sized tins – sell them as a set!

Brews 15-22 cups. Try color-coding the tins with the teas you sell. Black tin = black tea, etc. Barcode and brewing instructions on bottom.

Capacity: 50g (1.75 oz.)Case Pack: 12 (no mixed cases)Size (D x H): 2 7/16 x 3 7/8 inches

Available: BLACK BURGUNDY GOLD GREEN PLUM RED ROYAL BLUE SILVER WHITE YELLOW

734: RIEH Medium Round Caddy with Gavarst Lid – 10 ColorsRounded tins for a sleek, classic tea look – brews 40-50 cups. Round tins feature a unique flavor-capture lid design. Barcode and brewing instructions on bottom.

Capacity: 100g (3.5 oz.)Case Pack: 12 (no mixed cases)

Size (D x H): 3 x 5 1/8 inches

Available:BLACK BURGUNDYGOLD GREENPLUM RED ROYAL BLUE SILVERWHITE YELLOW

736: RIEH Large Round Caddy with Gavarst Lid – 3 Colors Beautiful large scale round tins in classic black, gold and silver – brews 60-80 cups. These will look great in your customers’ kitchens. Barcode and brewing instructions on bottom.

Capacity: 175g (6.2 oz.)Case Pack: 12 (no mixed cases)Size (D x H): 3 5/16 x 5 7/8 inches

Available:BLACK GOLD SILVER

Barcode and tea brewing instructions

printed on the bottom of each tin.

Easy to sell - easy for customers to

brew. Win-win!

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I enjoyed your teas at a friend’s home over the Xmas holidays. I live in the Louisville, Ky area and would like to know where to buy your teas. I am especially fond of your “monks blend.” A sincere tea lover, Barbara A. Moran

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Gavarst Lid – 10 Colors Smaller sized tins – sell them as a set!

Brews 15-22 cups. Try color-coding the tins

734: RIEH Medium Round Caddy with

Rounded tins for a sleek, classic tea look – brews 40-50 cups. Round tins feature a unique flavor-capture lid design. Barcode and brewing


Gavarst Lid – 10 Colors Gavarst Lid – 10 Colors Smaller sized tins – sell them as a set!

734: RIEH Medium Round Caddy with

Rounded tins for a sleek, classic tea look – brews 40-50 cups. Round tins feature a unique flavor-capture lid design. Barcode and brewing

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Glass Jars - 2 SizesIn our humble opinion, one of the best ways to make the most impact with premium loose teas is to merchandise them in glass jars. Our research has shown that when it comes to loose tea, customers want to see what they’re buying. From Kenya to Assam, tea manufacturers take great care to ensure their teas are

visually appealing. Show off these drinkable works of art with our premium Italian, airtight jars! (Note: Jars and teas sold seperatley.)

G-LBHDR: Label HolderBrass label holder for signature blends comes with 2 sided tape. (P.S. We recommend that you create your own names and images for your teas)Size (W x H): 3 7/8 x 2 1/2 inchesCase Pack: 12

GJ - 3L: 3 Litre Jar (3 quarts+)Capacity: about 2 lb. of teaSize (L x W x H): 5 1/2 x 5 1/2 x 9 1/2 inchesCase Pack: 6

GJ - 1L: 1 Litre Jar (1 quart+)Capacity: about 0.75 lb. of teaSize (L x W x H): 4 x 4 x 6 1/4 inchesCase Pack: 12

711: EUROPA Round Display Caddy - 3 Colors All the style of an old world tea shop on Wenceslas Square in Prague. A special sealing airtight lid makes them the perfect modern tea storage solution.

Capacity: (approx) 1 kg, 2.2lb

Size (D X H): 6 1/8 x 9 1/2 inchesCase Pack: 4

Available:

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Display Supplies for Tea | TEA MASTER LEVEL 3 APPROVED

Conventional wisdom maintains that tea should be stored in tins. Well, we’re conventional – up to a point. Current marketing wisdom says that tea stored in beautiful Italian airtight glass jars can help sell more tea. Tins or jars? Yin & Yang. Either way, loose teas are hot.

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Elegant square display tins make a bold statement. A traditional take on tea storage.

Capacity: (approx.) 1.4 kg , 3 lbSize (L x W x H): 5 3/4 x 5 3/4 x 8 1/2 inchesCase Pack: 4

Available:BLACK GREEN

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Large and Small Labels: For Display Jars, Canisters, Tins and BagsNow available for all our teas, create your own retail packaging with professionally designed labels. Increasing your margins made easy! Labels give a description of your tea, characteristics and growing region. Simply ask for the labels you need when you place your order.

Case Pack: 1Size (W x H): 3 7/8 x 4 7/8 inches

9CD: Training CD’s (Available July 2008)Travelling the world in search of premium tea takes us to some pretty interesting places. So, we thought why not start documenting our tea-travels? Our new series of tea-travel PowerPoints take you behind the scenes to see how tea is grown, manufactured and marketed around the world. Use them to help explain to your customers where their favorite cuppa comes from! (We will be adding new presentations all the time – please check our website for our new product releases.)

Palate of Leaves and Liquors 32” x 21”

Tea Tasting Terminology 16” x 24”

India’s Assam Valley 16” x 24”

Pictorial Map of Sri Lanka 24” x 16”

Metropolitan Tea 24” x 16”

Seasons of Tea 24” x 16” (NB. Quantity discounts available, consult price list)

Kenya Nandi and KerichoSri Lanka Lovers Leap Estate, Nuwara EliyaTaiwan Spring PouchongTaiwan Dung Ti OolongChina Pai Mu Tan White TeaChina Yunnan Pu-erhChina Fujian Wuyi Rock Oolong & Tong Mu Phoenix Tree Lapsang Souchong

China Yunnan Artisan Tea Coming Soon: India Darjeeling, Margaret’s HopeIndia Organic Assam

Case Pack: 24 labels [no assorted cases]Size (W x H): 1 7/8 x 2 7/8 inches

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Creatively merchandising your teas and accessories can have a huge impact on sales. Encourage impulse buys with our unique POS displays or use our posters and labels to let customers know that you know tea!

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2662: JAMBO Display Teapot – 5 ColorsA teapot of this size automatically creates attention. Jambo in Swahili (the language of Kenya) means ‘Welcome’. NB. This teapot is intended as a Point of Sale display and is not a working teapot.

Capacity: between 24-48 infusersCase Pack: 1

(accessories not included)

Catalog FOR SALE!Develop your market by selling this catalog to your customers. This is the ULTIMATE tea guide! Since we won’t sell to consumers directly and don’t publish our prices in print or online, the business is all yours. Increase your sales and educate your customers at the same time. Keep them coming back for more! At the very least - leave the catalog out for customers to see.

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PostersA terrific way to tell your customers - “we sell tea”. Our posters promote your teas through education about tea terminology, growing districts, seasonal variation and cupping qualities.

Case Pack: 1 or buy a set of 6

Lapsang Souchong

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The Seasons of Tea poster can be laminated and placed auspiciously near your tea display. It is an excellent poster which identifies quality versus time in various tea producing countries.

Organic Assam

2697: EL MUCHO Tea Cup and Saucer- 5 ColorsHave a craving for a big cup of tea? The El Mucho is designed to increase Point of Sale transactions in a big way! Brings immediate attention to “quick sale” accessories like our infusers or “Perfect Cup of Tea” spoons.

Capacity: (approx) 24-48 infusers

(accessories not included)

I was given your Huckleberry Tea as a gift and I just love it. Can you tell me where I can find it in the central NJ area? Thank you!Peter Jacobsen, New Jersey

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1182: Bamboo Tea Room Available in 4 colors: Black, Green, Red, White.

1250: Teapot DesignAvailable in 5 colors: White, Green, Red, Black, Blue.Standard assorted available.Case Pack: 12

1231: Chinese Symbol for “TEA”

1245: CeramicAvailable in 6 colors: White, Blue, Green, Burgundy, Yellow, Royal Blue. Assorted Packs also available. Case Pack: 12

1220: PorcelainAvailable in 4 different color prints: Black, Red, Green, Blue on white background.Case Pack: 4

1336: PlasticAvailable in white only.Case Pack: 12

1232: Oxford Trivet

1181: Amboseli Porcelain Tea Bag HolderAvailable in white only. Case Pack: 12

1342: Enameled SteelAvailable in 5 colors: White, Green, Red, Black, BlueAssorted Packs also available.Case Pack: 12

1100: Counter DisplaysTo display: Open the box, cut along the perforated lines, fold the lid into the box - START SELLING!

Case Pack: 1

Code Case Pack Description1100-1333 1 ‘Empress Tea Room’ mesh strainer 24 units code 13331100-1358 1 ‘Friends 2 Cup Mesh Ball’ 24 units code 13581100-1372 1 ‘1 Cup Pincer Spoon’ 24 units code 13721100-1672 1 ‘Perfect 1 Cup Mesh Pincer Spoon’ 24 units code 16721100-1383 1 ‘Darjeeling Tea Strainer’ 24 units code 1383

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Tea Trivets, Tea Bag Holders and Counter DisplaysTea trivets have been around for thousands of years. Besides their historical importance, they make great gifts and a nice heavy addition to gift baskets. Carry the whole line and make a real statement.

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Available in 5 colors: White, Green,

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1296: Circle of Tea TrivetsCase Pack: 12 Standard asst’d case available Colors: Zanzibar Black, Ibis Red, Nakuru Blue, Lamu Green, Mombasa Yellow, Serengeti Lime.

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1295: Bimbamboo Tea TrivetsCase Pack: 12 Standard asst’d case available Colors: Pirate Black, Sunset Red, Aruba Blue, Oolong Green, Sunflower Yellow, Mojito Lime.

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1260: ‘Tea’ Word in Teapot Design Available in 5 colors: White, Green, Red, Black, Blue.Standard assorted available. Case Pack: 12

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Disposable and Re-useable Loose Tea FiltersTEA

FILTERSLuxury loose teas with the convenience of tea bags? Now you can have your tea and brew it too. Up-sell your customers with our recyclable paper tea-sacs or reusable cotton teabags. Win-win!

Type of Tea (number of teaspoons to use)Code Black Green Oolong Herbal Herb n’ Fruit112-1 1 1 1 1 1.5112-24 2-3 2-3 2-3 2-4 3-5112-48 3-5 3-4 3-5 3-5 4-6112-812 5-6 4-5 4-6 3-6 5-8112-955 3-5 3-4 3-5 3-5 4-6

Dosage Chart for t-sacs® using Loose Tea(assumes a medium strength tea steeped for 3-5 minutes, measuring

spoon is our code 1185, ranges depend upon type of tea and size of teapot)

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Code Case Pack Packing Description35-118 12 as shown Cotton tea sock35-119 1 bulk Mini Minit single cup filters in 1000 bulk pack35-120 36 as shown Mini Minit single cup filters, 40 in a take home pack1210 12 G+Hn hang tag Chelsea reuseable cotton tea and bath bag (set of 5)1219 12 G+Hn hang tag Buckingham reuseable cotton tea bag (set of 5)

NEW Products from t-sac® available June 2008

What are the benefits of t-sacs®?1) 5 sizes available - single serving plus 4 sizes for teapots, 2-4 Cup, 4-8 Cup, 8-12 Cup. 4-6 Cup Thermos2) Disposable.3) Heat sealable (make your own tea bags).4) Gusseted bottom allows the tea to expand and release all its flavor. 5) Great for take-out; the flap folds over the cup rim and allows the lid to be snapped on tight! 6) Code 112-812 is great for making iced tea. 7) Each individual box holds 100 filters and has a flip-top lid. (code 112-955 packed 40 filter per box) (NB. The 2-4 Cup size (code 112-24) is also useable for single serving).

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Gusseted bottom allows the tea to expand and release all its flavor. Great for take-out; the flap folds over the cup rim

5 sizes available - single serving plus 4 sizes for teapots, 2-4 Cup, 4-8 Cup, 8-12 Cup. 4-6 Cup Thermos

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Gusseted bottom allows the tea to expand and release all its flavor. Great for take-out; the flap folds over the cup rim

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t-sac® Loose Tea Filters

Somebody brought me the “The d’Erable Maple Tea” as a gift from Banff, Canada. I love it so much, I was wondering if you could let me know about stores that sell it online or here in the Seattle, WA area. Thank you sooooooooo much!!!Kerstin Wick

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Code Description:112-1 Single serving size112-24 Single serving OR 1 - 4 cup teapot112-48 For size 3-8 cup teapots112-812 For size 6-12 cup teapots and for iced tea112-BULK#2 Bulk. 1000 filters. (Code 112-24 size)112-955 For a 4-6 cup thermos and iced tea - NEWCase Pack: 12 of one size.Bulk Pack is Case Pack: 1

The angled spoon holds a perfect 1 cup of tea measure and the leading edge of the spoon is angular to open the t-sac® as you add the tea.Case Pack: 12

1185: t-sac® 1 Cup Teaspoon

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1160-ECO/BEE: Bee 2” Mesh Ballwith assorted holiday fobsCase Pack: 24 of 1 design

1160-ECO/BEE

Themed Mesh Tea Balls in VisupaksSomething for all seasons, signs and styles. Offer your customers a large selection and encourage cross selling. A bag of loose tea and an infuser makes a great gift. Plus! Help the WWF with our Ecosave infusers.

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1160-ZOD: Zodiac 2” Mesh Infusologerswith Signs of the Zodiac fobs. Case Pack: 24 assorted (2 of each Sign)

Virgo Taurus Cancer Gemini Pisces

LeoAriesLibraSagittariusAquariusCapricorn

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1160-TEAPOT: Teapot 2” Mesh Ball with assorted teapot fobs. Case Pack: 24 assorted (2 of each design)

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1160-ECO: Ecosave 2” Mesh Ballwith assorted endangered fauna fobs

1160-FLOWER: Flower Garden 2” Mesh Ballwith assorted flower fobs. Case Pack: 24 assorted (2 of each design)

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1160-XMAS 2” Mesh Ball with assorted holiday fobsCase Pack: 24 assorted (4 of each design)

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1160-ECO/BBR: Bear 2” Mesh Ballwith a wild bear fobCase Pack: 24 of 1 design

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1160: 2” Mesh Ball in VISUPAK with a themed fobAll the infuser & fob styles on this page come packed and sealed in a rigid plastic VISUPAK with a small information booklet. A great display item and the perfect gift for throwing into a suitcase when traveling!

1160: Banff 2” Mesh Ballwith assorted tea cup fobsCase Pack: 24 assorted (2 of each design)

The El Mucho display cup is the perfect prop for showing off these colorful infusers and anything else tea related!

Case Pack: 24 assorted (2 of each design)(Note: For every unit sold a donation of 5¢ will be made to the World Wildlife Fund to assist with fauna conservation)

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FUSERSReusable infusers are an easy way to brew loose teas. They’re also a great way to bump sales. The easier it is for your customers to brew their tea, the sooner they’ll be back for more!

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1358Our infusers are made of USFDA approved 18/8 stainless steel. (The 8 refers to nickel content which makes steel rust free.) Certainly you can find cheaper infusers but these are 18/6 or lower. Hmm. Offer your customers a rusty infuser? Didn’t think so.

Case

Code Pack Packing Description

1200 12 G+Hn box Pyramid - NEW

1211 12 G+Hn box Notting Hill - 2.5 inch dia. - NEW

1212 12 G+Hn box Canary Square - 1.75 inch dia. - NEW

1221 4 Wood box Porcelain tea ball - 2.25 inch dia

1328 12 G+Hn box Mesh Heart – 2 inch dia.

1332 12 G+Hn box Tea for A Crowd – 3 inch dia.

1352 12 G+Hn box Iced n’ Sun Tea – 2.5 inch dia.

1358-BTP 12 G+Hn card Blue teapot – 2 inch dia.

1358-BUC 12 G+Hn card Blue tea cup – 2 inch dia.

1358-FTC 12 G+Hn card Flower tea cup – 2 inch dia.

1358-FTP 12 G+Hn card Flower teapot – 2 inch dia.

1358-RDC 12 G+Hn card Red tea cup – 2 inch dia.

1358-RH 12 G+Hn card Red heart – 2 inch dia.

1358-RTP 12 G+Hn card Red teapot – 2 inch dia.

1358-SF 12 G+Hn card Sunflower – 2 inch dia.

1358-AST 24 (assorted) G+Hn card Standard assorted pack

1358 12 G+Hn box Friends – 2 inch dia.

1656 12 G+Hn box Personal 1 pot – 1.75 inch dia.

2556 12 G+Hn box Tea Time 2 cup – 2.5 inch dia.


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Porcelain Infusers Available in black, blue, green and redCase Pack: 4 (assorted packs also available)

Examples of G+Hn packaging

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Northern Alaska - help save the planet, use

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Long Handled Infusers

Long Handled Infusers and Specialized StrainersLooking for a unique basket addition? Long handled infusers are it. Their size makes them stand out and their unique shapes make them memorable. People tell us they love them!

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Two of the world’s best selling tea infusers.

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1151 12 G+Hn box English Muffin - 2.5 inch dia.

1164 12 G+Hn box Suffern laser mesh

1169 12 G+Hn box St. Andrew’s golf club

1174 12 white box Herbaltec tea cup laser mesh

1179 12 G+Hn box Ginza StirItUp

1209 12 white box Perfect cup strainer

1223 12 G+Hn box Paris tea cup

1238 12 G+Hn box Sussex Derby - 2 inch dia.

1337 12 G+Hn box Venetian Lobby

1338 12 G+Hn box Heart 1 cup

1348 12 bulk/loose Heart dipper

1349 12 boxed Clip tea spoon

1363 12 G+Hn box Tropical Shell 1 cup

1372 12 G+Hn box 1 Cup pincer spoon

1382 12 G+Hn box Heart Throb

1390 12 G+Hn box Maui Pineapple

1399 12 white box Eurotec laser mesh

1672 12 G+Hn box Perfect 1 cup mesh

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1673 24 (asst.) G+Hn VisuPak Manhattan mesh

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Mesh Tea Strainers STRA

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One of the best things about selling premium loose tea is the premium accessories you can offer alongside them. From 18/8 USFDA approved Stainless mesh to Ecobam Bamboo, we’ve got you covered.

Why use strainers? 1. Loose tea – no tea bag means less energy consumption – (no paper used). 2. Used tea leaves can be used as a garden fertilizer. 3. Strainers are re-useable. 4. Good tea tastes better!

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1177 12 G+Hn box Kingsway Tea Room

1178 12 G+Hn box Ngong Hills - NEW

1201 12 G+Hn carded Kyoto Tea Club perfect

1 cup measure spoon - NEW

1202 12 G+Hn carded Kyoto Tea Club strainer - NEW

1236 12 G+Hn box Irish Breakfast

1243 12 G+Hn box Yangtze

1310 12 G+Hn box Henley

1326 12 box Swing

1330 12 G+Hn box London Teapot

1333 12 G+Hn box Empress Tea Room

1341 12 bulk Bamboo

1361 12 bulk 2.5 inch dia.

(fits 2702 + 2703 teapot)

1362 12 bulk 3.0 inch dia. (fits 2706 teapot)

1375 12 G+Hn box Shamrock

1383 12 G+Hn carded Darjeeling

1705 12 G+Hn box Kensington

1706 12 G+Hn box Royal Albert


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Ecobam - Inspired BambooA great environmental alternative! Bamboo is ready for harvest only 6 months after new shoots poke through the soil. A renewable and attractive option.

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Case Code Pack Packing Description1154 12 G+Hn box Bees Knees tea n’ honey spoon1158 12 G+Hn box Angel Gabriel 1162 12 G+Hn box Tablecloth Wind Tamers1163 12 G+Hn box Teakey Teapot Key Chain1173 12 G+Hn carded Hang in There Honey Dipper1175 6 white box Thames Oasis sand timer1176 12 G+Hn box Time Fore Tee golf ball1207 24 asst’d G+Hn Liverpool sand timers counter box (3,5 & 7 min.) - NEW1208B 12 G+Hn carded Tea Egg - Medium1226 12 G+Hn carded Pineapple1227 12 white box Durie Lane sand timer1249 6 white box The Perfect sand tea timer1318 12 G+Hn box The Teapot1318BOH 24 asst’d VisuPak Bohemian Teapot1319 12 box Duck1325 12 G+Hn box Sea Shell1351 12 G+Hn box Sun1355 12 G+Hn box I Love You Heart1356 12 G+Hn box Brown Betty Teapot1360 12 box Teddy Bear1366 12 G+Hn box Beresford Tea House1368 12 bulk Large Honey Dipper1377 12 carded Tea Egg – Small1379 12 G+Hn carded Teahive mini honey dippers (set of 2)All items are 18/8 stainless steel unless otherwise shown or noted.

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Reduce calorie intake. Take tea with lemon instead of sugar.

Case Code Pack Packing Description1153 12 G+Hn carded A Lemon Squeezer Named Wanda1157 12 G+Hn carded Hawaiian Iced Tea stir sticks (set of 2)1165 12 G+Hn carded Bottlenose Dolphin lemon squeezer1193 12 G+Hn carded Spanish lemon squeezer1204 12 bulk Hand sugar tongs - NEW1241 12 G+Hn carded Tea Witch (calcium collector)1311 12 G+Hn carded Circle of Life teapot drip catcher1321 12 G+Hn carded Bird of Paradise lemon squeezer1323 12 carded Butterfly teapot drip catcher (set of 3, plastic)1323-RH 12 G+Hn carded Red heart teapot drip catcher (set of 2) 1323-TP 12 G+Hn carded Blue teapot drip catcher (set of 2) 1323-WTP 12 G+Hn carded White teapot drip catcher (set of 2) 1323-ASTD 12 G+Hn carded Standard mixed assorted pack of 1323-‘RH, TP, WTP’1324 12 G+Hn carded Assam tea bag squeezer1335 6 white box Henley napkin rings (set of 4) 1378 12 G+Hn carded Boston Tea Party fridge magnets (set of 3) 1384 12 G+Hn carded Dripless teapot gadgets (set of 2)1389 12 bulk Waterloo sugar tongs


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Lemon Squeezers

Sugar Tongs

Drip Catchers

Tea Gadgets

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I purchased some Queen Mary Tea while visiting the Prince of Wales Hotel. I am very particular about tea and was pleasantly surprised to discover how much I like Queen Mary Tea. Could you please direct me to a retailer in my area?Phoebe Hunter, Carmel, California

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Tea Measures, Spoons, Sugar Spoons, CardholdersFor some, brewing loose leaf tea is a science (see header on page 33). Help is on the way with our stylish range of tea scoops, spoons and measures.

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Changoi (one of our premium estate teas) is produced on an ETP and Fairtrade certified garden in Western Kenya. The estate prohibits the use of herbicides and pesticides, employs 1950 workers and houses approximately 10,000 of their extended family members!

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Case Code Pack Packing Description1155 12 bulk ‘1 Pot of Perfect Tea’ measuring spoon1166 12 G+Hn carded Plantation Perfect measuring spoon1167 12 bulk Venice teaspoon 1168 12 G+Hn carded Sandringham Castle sugar spoon - NEW1171 12 bulk Ultimate tea measuring set1191 12 G+Hn box Amsterdam Teapot card holders (set of 4) 1198 6 G+Hn barrel Barrel of ‘Perfect 1 Cup Tea spoons (36 assorted) - NEW1203 12 G+Hn carded Changoi Estate Perfect Pair - NEW1224 12 G+Hn box Metropolitan Tea measure1248 12 bulk Henley tea spoon1304 12 G+Hn header American Iced Tea spoon1320 12 bulk Clipper ship measuring spoon1331 12 bulk Tea cutout measuring spoon1334 12 bulk Teapot measuring spoon1343 12 bulk Tea cutout long handled measuring spoon1350-Med 12 bulk Tea scoop, 6 inch1350-Sml 12 bulk Tea scoop 5 inch1353 12 bulk ‘U’ handled teaspoon1357 12 G+Hn box Hastings sugar spoon1370 12 bulk ‘1 Cup of Perfect Tea’ measuring spoon 1381 12 G+Hn box European Balance teaspoon1388-S 6 box Teapot cardholders – silver plated (Set of 6)


Tea Measure Spoons

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Take your tea service to a whole new level of sophistication. We can almost guarantee your customers have never seen cookies shaped like teapots before!

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Case Code Pack Packing Description1159 6 boxes G+Hn box World of Tea Spoons (6 spoons per box) The word ’Tea’ engraved in handle – 6 languages1161 6 boxes G+Hn box Napoleon silver plated teaspoons (6 spoons per box)1183 1 white box Duchess of Bedford 3 Tier High Tea Tray1192 6 tin can Zamina cookie cutters - NEW1222-S 6 boxes G+Hn box L’Argent silver plated teaspoons (6 spoons per box)1234 1 box Thermal Swiss Airpot1365 6 tin can Tea Time canapé or cookie cutters 1385 6 tin can 3 Teapot cookie cutters1386 6 tin can Piccadilly cookie cutters


Cookie and Canapé Cutters

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They assured us that for the price their competitor was offering, there was no way these infusers were 18/8 Stainless Steel, the USFDA approved grade for food service. Ok we said, prove it.

1. Each of the infusers, one from our approved supplier and one from the potential supplier, were placed in a solution of water and 5% cooking salt. (The bowl on the left is our approved infuser.)

2. Both infusers were checked hourly for 3 hours.

FINDINGS:

Hour 1: The water holding our approved infuser was still crystal clear. The water holding the new infuser had begun turning brown from rust contamination.

Hour 2: The water holding our approved infuser was still crystal clear. The water holding the new infuser had now become so murky it was difficult to see through.

Hour 3: The water holding our approved infuser was still crystal clear. In the bottom of the bowl containing the new infuser, an as of yet unidentified substance had accumulated as the result of the inferior steel’s chemical breakdown.

It became clear that passing on a cost savings to our customers would have also meant passing on a potentially hazardous product that may have contributed to rust poisoning.

END RESULT:The potential new supplier was not approved.

The stainless steel was not USFDA approved 18/8 grade and could potentially contribute to rust poisoning.

Testing works. (Something to keep in mind the next time you’re perusing a dollar store!)

HOW DO WE TEST OUR TEA ACCESSORIES?Here is an example of a recent test on the quality and safety of some stainless steel infusers from a potential new supplier. We were offered infusers at a considerable discount per unit over those of our current and trusted supplier. Naturally we were intrigued, who doesn’t like to save money right? Before ordering a batch of these infusers, we spoke to our current supplier to ask about the price.

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Tea Room and Cafe Supplies1234: ThermalSwiss AirpotKeeps fluids hot, hot, hot or cold, cold, cold for up to 8 hours! These ultra durable air pots feature an unbreakable stainless steel liner and brushed steel exterior. Rugged

and handsome!

Capacity: 2.5 liters (85oz.)Height: 13 1/2 inches

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(Right side) Does that look like something you’d like to put in your tea? We didn’t think so either.

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I was given your Blueberry Tea as a gift and enjoy it very much. I’ve tried other brands, but they just don’t compare. Can you tell me where in the United States I would be able to purchase your teas? I would very much like to try some other flavors. Thank you.Laurie Ritchey, Johnstown, Pennsylvania

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These double walled cups with saucer keep your tea at the perfect temperature and your table looking like a million bucks.

Case Pack: 4 [Mixed cases are available]1244-MED Medium holds 300ml (10oz.)1244-SML Small holds 170ml (6oz.)

A book lover’s delight – this set includes a sugar bowl, milk creamer, tray and small size Henley teapot. Treat yourself, you deserve it!

Case Pack: 11391-T41 teapot holds 400ml (14oz.)

Another teapot that knows how to handle loose tea. Each teapot has a built-in mesh strainer basket that traps even the smallest leaves. Why bother with expensive non-biodegradeable nylon teabags when the Dartmoor teapot is around? Rugged design is perfect for food service.

Case Pack: 4 [Mixed cases are available]1300-LGE Large size holds 1350ml (47oz.)1300-MED Medium size holds 775ml (27oz.)1300-SML Small size holds 400ml (14oz.)

Another teapot that knows how to handle loose tea. Each teapot has a built-in mesh

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18/8 Stainless Steel - Matte finishDrip-less Teapots and AccessoriesGet fashion and function with our stylish, drip-less teapots. What’s more, trendy steel matte finish won’t show fingerprints and each teapot comes with a built-in mesh infuser basket.

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Code 1369 - Franklin Loose Teapot - Coming in July 2008. Serve your loose tea in style. Features built-in mesh infuser, matte finish and drip free spout. Perfect for all occasions!

Double insulated; cool to your lips but keeps tea hot (or cold for that matter!). Finished in brushed stainless steel.

Capacity: 250ml (8.5oz.) Case pack: 4

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Our ever popular stainless teapot with built-in mesh infuser basket. See what all the fuss is about!

Case Pack: 4 [Mixed cases are available]1391-FAM Family size holds 1800ml (63 oz.)1391-LGE Large size holds 1350ml (47oz.)1391-MED Medium size holds 775ml (27oz.)1391-SML Small size holds 400ml (14oz.)

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What’s tea without milk and sugar? The accompanying pair for our Henley Teapots means you’ll never go without. The best part? Brushed stainless finish means no fingerprints.

Case Pack: 4 [Mixed cases are available]1228 Milk Creamer 1229 Sugar Bowl1230 Tea Tray

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Replacement knobs and infuser baskets just in case! Small, medium and large sizes available.

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A polished stainless steel teapot with a heat absorbing handle. Very durable and excellent in food service environments.

Case Pack: 4 [Mixed cases are available]1380-LGE Large size holds 1350ml (47oz.)1380-MED Medium size holds 1000ml (35oz.)1380-SML Small size holds 500ml (18oz.)

Painted Ladies have a baked enamel finish and all the benefits of the Henley teapot. Loose tea basket, drip-free spout and made from 18/8 stainless steel.

Capacity: 775ml (27oz.)Case Pack: 6 (Standard assorted available)

Available:BLACK BLUE BURGUNDY WINE GREEN MOJITO LIME WHITE RED PRETTY IN PINK SUNFLOWER YELLOW

The Kyoto Tea Club teapot was inspired by the global climate change initiative of the 90’s. The teapot is made from food safe 18/8 stainless steel, is re-useable (virtually a lifetime teapot actually), excels at using loose tea and pours beautifully.

Capacity: 900ml (30oz.)Case Pack: 4

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LESSOne of the best parts about selling premium loose tea is the premium accessories you can offer alongside them. From 18/8 USFDA approved Stainless mesh to Ecobam Bamboo, we’ve got you covered.

Have a cup of tea while you plan how you can help the environment.

1172: MOULIN ROUGE Tea Cups – 9 Colors

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1188: PAINTED LADIES Teapots – 9 Colors

1397: ALGONQUIN Teapots - matte finish

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1380: SAVOY Teapots - polished finish

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Parts for HENLEY Teapots

Outside cool. Double Walled!

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1190: KYOTO TEA CLUB Teapot

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A traditional Irish teapot with its own built-in mesh infuser. With a stylish faux-wood handle and non-drip spout, this one’s perfect for food service.

Case Pack: 4 [Mixed cases are available]1397-LGE Large size holds 1000ml (35oz.)1397-MED Medium size holds 700ml (25oz.)

Ooh la la! Our Moulin Rouge Teacups feature a durable baked enamel finish coating over 18/8 stainless steel. Each comes complete with its own rubber-wood saucer made from recycled wood collected on rubber plantations.

Capacity: 775ml (27oz.)Case Pack: 6 (Standard assorted available)

Available:BLACK BLUE BURGUNDY WINE GREEN MOJITO LIME WHITE RED PRETTY IN PINK SUNFLOWER YELLOW

I was at a restaurant in Boston where I saw the Henley Teapot. I have been trying to find one that I can buy. I was wondering if you could point me to a store that sells them, I would really appreciate it.Tushar Singh, Cambridge, MA

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Japanese Tetsubin TeapotsMade in China according to the exacting specifications of a Japanese Tea Master. Beautifully constructed of Premium

Cast Iron - a true heirloom teapot complete with matching trivet. Brews fabulous tea.

Case Pack: 1

Kyoto 3 Cup (810ml/28oz.)

Otani3 Cup (710ml/25oz.)

Stainless Steel Loose Tea Strainer included along with tea trivet.

3400

Tokyo Teapot Warmer

2 1/2”

5 3/8”

6”

152mm

9”

228mm

140mm

152mm

Made in China according to the exacting specifications of a Japanese Tea Master. Beautifully constructed of Premium Made in China according to the exacting specifications of a Japanese Tea Master. Beautifully constructed of Premium 6”

152mm

6”152mm

5 1/2”140mm

Sapporo2 Cup (610ml/21oz.)

Miyazaki3 Cup (710ml/25oz.)

Shimizu3 Cup (810ml/28oz.)

Otani3 Cup (710ml/25oz.)Otani3 Cup (710ml/25oz.)

7 1/2”

190mm

Made in China according to the exacting specifications of a Japanese Tea Master. Beautifully constructed of Premium

Cast Iron - a true heirloom teapot complete with

3 Cup (810ml/28oz.)

Made in China according to the exacting specifications of a Japanese Tea Master. Beautifully constructed of Premium

Cast Iron - a true heirloom teapot complete with

Kyoto 3 Cup (810ml/28oz.)

6 1/8”

8 ”

203mm

156mm

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More Wonderful Teapots & Warmers18/8 Stainless Steel, Cast Iron & Hybrid CeramicFor your brewing pleasure…tea and high style have always gone hand in hand. Elevate your tea service with our art deco inspired or Japanese cast iron teapots.

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Soho 30 Teapots – inspired in the 1930’s.

1186: GILFORD MANOR Dripless Teapots1199: SOHO 30 Teapots

1199-2CP Stainless Steel Tea Warmers (candles not included)

6 1/2”165mm

1394

1398

Very durable 18/8 stainless steel teapots. Designed for loose tea and accurate drip free pouring.

Case Pack: 21186-MED Medium size holds 950ml (32oz.)1186-SML Small size holds 400ml (14oz.)

Classic 18/8 stainless steel teapot warmers.1394 Luxembourg Case Pack: 41398 Gingerbread Case Pack: 4

1186-MED 1186-SML

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Unique classic teapot design features an insulated stainless steel cover and a ‘loose leaf tea’ infuser basket – the ultimate in teapots!1199-6CP Large size holds 1150ml (40oz.)1199-2CP Small size holds 500ml (18oz.)

Case Pack: 1

Stainless Steel Loose Tea Strainer Included

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Our best selling glass teapot in a traditional design. (Artisan tea not included)


Glass insert included (not shown)

1184: ALTUS Individual Tea SystemThe perfect way to brew a cup of tea. When the tea has reached your desired strength press the button and watch it cascade into the carafe below.

Capacity: 200ml (7oz.)

Case Pack: 4

2762: FU-DING Teapots

How to Fu-Ding

Another excellent way to prepare a cup of tea for one. Fill the stainless steel infuser basket with premium loose ea, let it brew and then lift the infuser into the special coned lid.

Capacity: 300ml (10oz.)Case Pack: 4 (Mixed cases are available)CHROME GOLD

A glass teapot with European flair! An excellent pouring teapot despite the short spout. Comes with its own tea-warming base.


Inspired by the courts of old Europe. Antique styling meets ultra modern glass construction. A great value.


2960: MARTA Teapot. 2961: HELENA Teapot.

2985: MARTAHELENA Glass Tea WarmerDesigned specifically for Marta and Helena teapots. Also fits the Eva teapot.Case Pack: 1

Replacement glass inserts available:2995: Insert for Marta or Helena Teapot,2996: Insert for Eva Teapot

6 ”

5”

2765

6 1/2 ”165mm

6 1/4 ”159mm

6 1/2 ”165mm

127mm


2985: MARTAHELENA Glass Tea Warmer

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2961

7 1/4”

184mm

3 1/4” 83mm

6 3/4”171mm

152mm

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Glass Teapots from the Bohemia region of the Czech Republic.TEA

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Exquisite glass made from premium silica can withstand direct flame and heat of 200 Celsius or 4500 Farenheit. (May be used for boiling water on a stove top.)

Clearly a great teapot for starting a conversation.2963

2963: EVA Teapot

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Dear Sirs, I have purchased some ice wine from Banff during my vacation and found that it was so so good! Unfortunately I have only a bit left, can you tell me where can I find this product in Vancouver, B.C.?Thank you, Betty Wong

2765: 3 Cup Glass Teapot with InfuserPlace tea into the infuser and steep. Pull up the plunger and twist 90 degrees. The infuser nestles into the lid of the teapot. Capacity: 520ml (18oz.)

Case Pack: 4 (Mixed cases are available)CHROME GOLD

Replacement Glass available: 2795

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A traditional and elegant design to match the tea press.

DARJEELING Tea Press 2730: DARJEELING Tea GlassesA traditional and elegant design

inspired by Darjeeling, one of the world’s foremost tea producing regions. On a clear day you can see the top of Mt. Everest from the tea gardens, more than 100 miles away!

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ROYAL CEYLON Tea PressAn avant-garde design for those times when you simply must have something different. Inspired by a visit to one of Sri Lanka’s (otherwise known as Ceylon) finest tea rooms. The perfect companion to the island nation’s world class teas.

2771 - 2 Cup

2774 - 4 Cup

2776 - 6 Cup

2770: ROYAL CEYLON Tea Glasses

Size Chart2 Cup = 350ml / 12 oz. perfect for 1 person4 Cup = 750ml / 26 oz. perfect for 2 people6 Cup = 1000ml / 36 oz. perfect for 4-6 people

Case Pack: 4 [Mixed cases available from all 8 styles.]

2741 - 2 Cup

2744 - 4 Cup

ROYAL CEYLON Tea Press

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ROYAL CEYLON Tea Press

(otherwise known as Ceylon) finest tea rooms. The perfect

2771 - 2 Cup

2774 - 4 Cup

DARJEELING Tea PressA traditional and elegant design

day you can see the top of Mt.

DARJEELING Tea PressA traditional and elegant design

2734 - 4 Cup

2731 - 2 Cup

2736 - 6 Cup

How much tea should I use in a tea press?Dosage Chart

Large Leaf Tea Small Leaf Tea Large Leaf Herbal Small Leaf Herbal2 Cup 2 tsp. 1.5 tsp. 3 tsp. 1.5 tsp.4 Cup 4 tsp. 3.0 tsp. 5 tsp. 3.0 tsp.6 Cup 5 tsp. 3.5 tsp. 6 tsp. 3.5 tsp.

*For a stronger or weaker beverage adjust amount of tea.

6 1/2” 165mm

9 3/16 ”235mm

8 1/2 ”217mm

7” 178mm

5 7/8” 150mm

7 ”178mm

4 1/4” 108mm

4 1/4” 108mm


2792 - Replacement Glass - 2 cup2794 - Replacement Glass - 4 cup2796 - Replacement Glass - 6 cup

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Tea Presses and Matching Glasses (Can also be used for coffee)Many of our customers have switched to French Presses for serving loose teas. As the perceived value of their service goes up, so do their profit margins! Vive la France!

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Tea presses – a terrific way to enjoy the benefits of loose tea.

NORTH BANK Tea PressThis economical and colorful tea press incorporates all the features of our metal presses in durable plastic. (Glass is Pyrex.) Each press comes complete with matching cork coaster.

Available:

BLACKBLUEGREENREDWHITEYELLOW

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6 1/2”

165mm

2756 - 6 cup

8 3/3/34/4/

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MOMBASA LOUNGE Tea Press

Replacement glass available for all presses.

Easy to Use!

MOMBASA LOUNGETea PressMOMBASA LOUNGE

2801 - 2 cup 2804 - 4 cup 2806 - 6 cup

9 1/4 ”235mm

6 1/2”

165mm

6”

152mm

9 ”229mm

6”

152mm

9 5/8 ”245mm

6 1/4”

159mm

10 3/4 ”273mm

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TEA PRESSESMake a statement with loose tea.

Harkens back to the old “club days” at the Mombasa Lounge in Kenya, a tea trader’s club located in - you guessed it - Mombasa.

DIMBULA Tea Press

2882 - 2 Cup

Named in honor of the Sri Lanka’s Dimbula region, home to some of the world’s most flavory teas. This classic design was the recipient of a gold star from the American Culinary Institute. CHROME BRUSHED STAINLESS STEEL - NEW

Tea Presses (Can also be used for coffee)Inspired by the elegance of a bygone era, these French Presses brew beautiful cups of loose tea and help create fond memories in the minds of your customers - simply beautiful!

2784 - 4 cup 2786 - 6 cup2781 - 2 cup

BENGAL CLUB Tea PressInspired by the old Bengal Club in Calcutta. During the late 1800’s and early 1900’s this elegant club was restricted to members of the Tea Trade and was considered the place to be seen. As you can imagine, they drank a lot of tea under its roof!

JASMINE Tea PressJasmine is the world’s most widely consumed green tea – it seemed only fitting that a tea press be named in its honor.

SHANGHAI WEST Tea PressThese tea presses are CHROME as audacious and COPPER bold as the City of Shanghai.

2861 - 2 cup

2866 - 6 cup

2864 - 4 cup

2886 - 6 cup

2884 - 4 cup

I have been drinking Czar Nicholas tea for about 2 years and am truly addicted. Could you please advise where in Vancouver I could find a retail supplier? ThanksDeborah Imhoff, (in withdrawal)

152mm

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2861 - 2 cup 2864 - 4 cup6”

152mm

10 3/3/34/4/ ”

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as audacious and COPPERbold as the City of Shanghai.

2861 - 2 cup

2866 - 6 cup

2864 - 4 cup

2751 - 2 Cup 2754 - 4 Cup

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White! The most popular color for ceramic ware.

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2601: BISTRO Tea Mug - 17 ColorsElegant European style tea mugs. Made by the world famous ‘Old Amsterdam Porcelain Works 1701’. Each set of 4 comes in a non-bleached carton box. Dishwasher and microwave safe.

Capacity: 250ml (8.5oz.) See color bar for available selection (Red not available)Case Pack: Minimum 3 sets of 4 or standard mixed case of 6 sets.

2617: LE PALAIS Tea Cup - 17 ColorsModeled on teacups that adorned the homes of wealthy seafaring Dutch traders during the 1700’s, these tea cups are an excellent accessory for the ceramic teapots we carry. Dishwasher and microwave safe.

Capacity: 170ml (6oz.)See color bar for available selection (Red not available)Case Pack: 6 [Mixed available, minimum 3 of 1 color]

2669: BOSTON Cream & Sugar Set - 18 ColorsInspired by the birthplace of tea in America - it is only fitting that these cream and sugar sets hail from this historic New England city. Dishwasher and microwave safe.

See color bar for available selectionCase Pack: 6 [Mixed available, minimum 3 of 1 color]

BlackBlueBrownBurgundyCopa Orange

Lemon

Powder Blue

Royal BlueSaharaSea FoamSierra Rose

Mojito Lime

WhiteYellow

Red

Green

Plum

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Ceramic Tea Mugs, Tea Cups & Cream and Sugar SetsBrightly colored cups, mugs and saucers oh my! Classic designs and sturdy construction from a trusted supplier with a great track record of social and environmental responsibility.

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2703

2706

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115mm

8 3/4”

225mm

5 ”128mm

7 3/4”

198mm

9 5/8”

245mm

5 1/8 ”

130mm

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Inspecting teapots during one of our annual factory visits.


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2702: 2 Cup HAMPTON Teapot – 18 colorsPerfect for 2 cup events and single service in a tea house.

Capacity: 500ml (17.7oz.)See color bar for available selectionCase Pack: 6 [Mixed available, minimum - 3 of 1 color]

2703: 3 Cup SHERWOOD Teapot – 18 colorsAn excellent teapot for 2. Its 3 cup capacity creates delicious anxiety over who gets the last cup!

Capacity: 700ml (24oz.)See color bar for available selectionCase Pack: 6 [Mixed available, minimum - 3 of 1 color]

2706: 6 Cup WINDSOR Teapot – 18 colorsA terrific teapot for a crowd - or if you’re lucky enough to be Irish - a teapot for one at “teatime”.

Capacity: 1100ml (39oz.) See color bar for available selectionCase Pack: 6 [Mixed available, minimum - 3 of 1 color]

For the past 11 years, we’ve dealt only with

one teapot supplier. Why? In addition to

creating great teapots, he provides superior

housing for staff and runs a clean and

responsible factory. People like working for

him and we like buying from him. Annual

audits ensure his ethical practices are up

to date.

Ceramic TeapotsAll Old Amsterdam ceramic ware is colored using lead-free glaze. The exception is red. Note: You will notice that our red ceramics are premium priced. Why? – Red ceramic ware is first made as white ware. Red glaze is applied to non-drinking surfaces and refired. All our red ceramic ware has double the amount of work and energy inputs as the other colors – hence the premium price.

I recently returned from a trip to Canada and purchased your Canadian Breakfast tea (the best tea I have ever had!) I’m hoping you can tell me where I can purchase this great tea. I live in Venice Florida just south of Sarasota Florida.Carolyn Pakledinaz, Venice, Florida

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2701: 1 Cup TEA FOR ME – 17 colors A great teapot and teacup combination for one person. While the tea is steeping the pot warms the cup!

Capacity: 275ml (9.7oz.)See color bar for available selection (Red not available) Case Pack: 6 (Mixed available, minimum 3 of 1 color)

2709: 3 Cup DOMINION with Tea Infuser – 16 colorsPerfect for hassle free, loose tea brewing. Spoon 3 teaspoons of tea into the infuser basket, add freshly boiled water, read the newspaper for 5 minutes and serve. Say goodbye to teabags forever!

Capacity: 650ml (23oz.)See color bar for available selection (Red not available)Case Pack: 6 (Mixed available, minimum 3 of 1 color)

Ceramic Infuser Assembly for 2709

2658: Ceramic Teapot WarmerTeapot warmers rose in popularity during the 1700s in Holland. These colorful examples fit all of our ceramic teapots – codes 2702, 2703, 2706, 2709 and 2701. Make a brilliant statement and offer your customers an interesting accessory with some history. (Tealite candles not included.)

See color bar for available selectionCase Pack: 6 (Mixed available, minimum - 3 of 1 color)

See color bar for available selectionCase Pack: 6 (Mixed available, Case Pack: 6 (Mixed available, minimum - 3 of 1 color)

5 ”130mm

2 1/ 2 ”

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2658

Everything you need to simplify your tea love-life. Teapot and cup sets, built in infusers…sometimes you need to take the easy way out. It’s ok, tea is all about relaxing!

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2722-2CP

2722-TCS

2722-4CP

2722-2MS

2723-TCS

2724-TCS

2724-2CP

2723-2CP

2722

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Metropolitan Porcelain - Where style, function and economy meet.

My name is Rebecca and I bought the Peaches and Cream Tea and fell in love with it. I bought it when I was visiting my sister in Mass. But I live in Florida. Where can I purchase this down here?Rebecca Balian

Porcelain Teapots and AccessoriesOur supplier knows how to make porcelain! He should, porcelain has been made in China for more than 2000 years! Porcelain is made by heating refined materials in a kiln at temperatures up to 1,400 °C (2,552 °F). The toughness, strength, and translucence of porcelain arise mainly from the formation at these high temperatures of glass and the mineral mullite within the fired body.

The RAFFLES Collection2722-2CP: 2 Cup TeapotCapacity: 500ml/17.6ozCase Pack: 6

2722-4CP: 4 Cup TeapotCapacity: 1000ml/35.2ozCase Pack: 6

2722-TCS: Tea Cup & Saucer SetCapacity: 170ml/ 6oz.Case Pack: 6

2722-2MS: Milk and Sugar SetCase Pack: 6

The DIANA Collection2723-2CP: 2 Cup TeapotCapacity: 500ml/17.6ozCase Pack: 6


The HELIOS Collection2724-2CP: 2 Cup TeapotCapacity: 500ml/17.6ozCase Pack: 6


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Food ServiceThe same great premium teas bagged and tagged for food service. Your customers won’t know what hit them. Teabags are 100% recyclable unbleached paper.

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Tea pluckers at Lover’s Leap, an ETP certified Estate. All the black tea in our premium flavored teabags is grown in ETP compliant gardens.

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FB 200: 200 Foil Wrapped Tea Bags200 individually foil wrapped enveloped tea bags with string and tag. Premium Ceylon tea and Herbals in ‘ flavor-sealed’ foil. 17 flavors (see table).

Case Pack: 1 [No mixed cases]

FLAVORED TEA

BLUEBERRY MANGO

CRANBERRY MONK’S BLEND

EARL GREY PEACH APRICOT

ICEWINE STRAWBERRY

MAPLE VANILLA

NON FLAVORED TEA HERBAL TEA

DARJEELING CAMOMILE

ENGLISH BREAKFAST PEPPERMINT

GREEN TEA ROOIBOS

ORANGE PEKOE

630: 30 Foil Wrapped Tea Bags in a Counter Carton30-pack of premium Ceylon tea, Egyptian Camomile or American Peppermint teabags with string and tag. Individually wrapped in foil “flavor-sealed” envelopes, tea bags retain their freshness for 2 years and are impervious to flavor transfer. 17 flavors (see table above) Case Pack: 6 [no mixed cases, but standard mixed available – 1 each and 2 Earl Grey]Size (L X W X H): 3 x 3 x 6 inches

ETB 200: Enveloped & Tagged Tea Bags200 individually paper wrapped enveloped tea bags with string and tag. Premium high grown tea from the mountains of Sri Lanka and premium Egyptian camomile from the banks of the Nile. 26 flavors.Case Pack: 1 [No mixed cases]

Box of ETB 200

FLAVORED TEABLACKBERRYBLACK CURRANTBLUEBERRYCARAMELCINNAMONCRANBERRYEARL GREYGINGERGINGER PEACHGREEN TEAHONEYLEMONMANGO

MAPLEMINTMONK’S BLENDPEACH APRICOTRASPBERRYROSESTRAWBERRYVANILLA

NON FLAVORED TEAENGLISH BREAKFASTORANGE PEKOE

HERBAL TEACAMOMILECAMOMILE HONEY & LEMON

PM WIRE 8/630: Food Service Dispenser RackSell more by putting your premium teabags front and center. This elegant display merchandiser holds 8 boxes of our code 630 counter cartons. Plus! Purchase the merchandiser and 48 boxes of 630 teabags and we’ll give you an additional 6 boxes FREE.

PM WIRE 8/630

ETB 200

Flavors available for FB200/630

Front flips open allowing easy access to wonderful tea.

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Bulk tea bags – perfect for banquets or serving a huge crowd. See page 59

Bulk tea bags perfect for banquets or serving a huge crowd.

Bulk tea bags perfect for banquets or serving a huge crowd.

t-sacs® – perfect for cafes and takeout. See page 67

Glass teapots – clearly nothing better. See page 79

Algonquin – handles loose tea like a dream. See page 77

Replacement glass – tea presses and glass teapots. See page 79+80

Savoy teapots – perfect for tea bags. See page 77

Rieh tea caddies 150g (5.3oz.) – keep tea readily available at the beverage station. See page 63

Altus Tea System – bare all whilst brewing tea. See page 79

Replacement parts – Henley teapots. See page 77

Henley teapots – world’s best teapot for loose tea and fast service. See page 76

Ceramic teapots – innexpensive, cheerful and practical. See page 82 to 84

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FOOD

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FLAVORED TEA

BLUEBERRY MANGO

CRANBERRY MONK’S BLEND

EARL GREY PEACH APRICOT

ICEWINE STRAWBERRY

MAPLE VANILLA

NON FLAVORED TEA HERBAL TEA

DARJEELING CAMOMILE

ENGLISH BREAKFAST PEPPERMINT

GREEN TEA ROOIBOS

ORANGE PEKOE

PM WIRE8/1GL: Counter Top Loose Leaf Tea Display Merchandiser(tea and jars sold separately)

Selling loose tea by the cup? Let your customers know about it. This custom built tea merchandiser holds 8 of our 1 L jars full of premium loose tea. “By the cup” sales couldn’t be easier. If each jar holds enough tea for 150 cups, 8 jars will make 1200 cups of brewed tea. Sell a cup of tea for $2 or more and just think of the potential revenue. Cha-ching!

Promotional Program: Buy a merchandiser, 8 GJ1L jars and 7 - 500g (1.1 lb) size teas and receive a 500g (1.1 lb) bag of Cream Earl Grey tea FREE. The bag will make 200 cups - when sold at $2.00 per cup, your upfront costs are quickly recouped.

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Welcome to the future of take-out loose tea – takeout lids with a built in strainer! Designed to fit on 12 oz Solo or Dixie paper cups, serving loose tea simply couldn’t be easier.

How do they work?

1. Scoop a level teaspoon (code 1370 spoon) of tea into the cup.2. Add boiling water.3. Secure lid and pass to your customer. The tea brews right in the cup and the filter means no strainer or infuser required!

Won’t the tea get too strong? Good question. If you use 12 oz cups, over-steeping won’t be a problem. With smaller cups, some teas may get too strong after 20 minutes. Specify either Dixie or Solo.Case pack: 1000 piecesDiameter: 3 7/16 inches 87mm

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We all know how busy restaurants can be. Our smaller sized pack means that if a staff member forgets to seal the bag after use, you risk spoiling a smaller amount of tea. Fresher tea means more repeat business!

Ideal Pack Size for Restaurants

High Tea Trays – a tearoom essential.See page 75

Tea presses – novel, practical and attention getting. See pages 80+81

Airpot – Hot or Cold guaranteed for 8 hours. See page 75

Food ServiceServe loose tea! It increases your profit margins and decreases your environmental footprint. No teabag means less waste and greater profit per cup. Everyone wins.

The NEXT REVOLUTION in Takeout Tea.

Flavors available for FB200/630

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Food Service - SamovarsInfuse the atmosphere of your tea room with the style of Russia’s old Imperial Court. Traditional samovars in elegant gold plate or stunning mirrored stainless elevate tea service to a new level of sophistication.

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What is a samovar? The Russian Samovar, which literally means, “self heater” was developed in Moscow in the late 1700s. The elegant contraption was traditionally used by brewing a very strong, concentrated tea in the pot that sits atop the larger water boiler. The strong tea was poured into a cup and watered down with hot water allowing each tea drinker to customize the strength of their cup. At one point in Russian history, no café, drawing room or restaurant was without one bubbling away in a prominent corner of the room.

These days, in many of the world’s finest tea rooms, Samovars have once again begun to add a touch of elegant flair to specialty tea service. As a boiling water dispenser that can be used with all loose teas, the Samovar has no peer in terms of practicality and visual appeal. Rising above your service table, a gold or silver Samovar will enhance your room and your customers’

experience. But the best part? The added perceived value means you can increase your per cup profit margin!

Return on investment: Our customers have told us that prominently placing a Samovar in the middle of their tea room has allowed them to comfortably augment tea prices by 20 to 75 cents per cup. It’s all about perceived value. Across the board our Samovar customers have reported the same thing.

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Q15L-ROY/311: ROYAL 15 Liter (530 oz.) 18/10 Stainless steel, 24 kt. gold plated

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Food Service - SamovarsSamovars first gained widespread attention in the West during the 1980 Moscow Olympics. Sales of the ornate tea urns spiked as tourists, impressed by their curious design and conversation starting abilities, began snapping them up.

BEEM – the first name in Russian samovars

Capacity: 6 Liters (210 oz.) water reservoir and 1 Liter

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Q03L-ODE/311: ODESSA 3 Liter (105 oz.) 18/10 Stainless steel 24 kt. gold plated

Q06L-ODE/311: REBECCA 6 Liter (210 oz.) 18/10 Stainless steel 24 kt. gold plated

Q03L-ODE/328: REBECCA 6 Liter (210 oz.) 18/10 Mirror finish stainless steel

Capacity: 3 Liters (105 oz.) water reservoir and 0.75 Liter

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Service Center facilities available: Call us for details.

Q03L-ODE/328: ODESSA 3 Liter (105 oz.) 18/10 Mirror finish stainless steel

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3-760 Triple packs760: TEAS OF CANADA with 16 Tea BagsIn recent years Canada, a.k.a. the great white north, has developed an international reputation for serving high quality teas in shops, tea rooms and luxury hotels from St. John’s to Victoria. In a gesture of tea goodwill, it seemed only fitting to share some of Canada’s best loved blends with the rest of the world. Canadian Breakfast, Icewine, Wild Blueberry and sweet northern Maple are deliciously captured and sealed in a unique snap-tight design. Canada is the 2nd largest country in the world, so it also seemed fitting that these large sized teabags make 2 cups each! All teas blended and packed in Canada.

Case Pack: 6 [No mixed cases]Size (D x H): 3 x 4 3/4 inchesCANADIAN BREAKFAST ICEWINEMAPLE WILD BLUEBERRY

749 & 751: L’ESTRIE Tin Caddy with Loose Maple TeaMaple tea is one of Canada’s signature beverages. Here we’ve given it a signature of its own in a tin with the word “tea” embossed in script on the lid. This stylish caddy also features wrap around printing directly on the tin and a unique domed lid for easy stacking. These fully reusable caddies show your customers that you care about fashion and function. The perfect souvenir. Blended and packed in Canada.

Case Pack: 6 [No mixed cases]749-041: 100g (3.5 oz.) Size (H x D): 4 x 3 1/2 inches751-041: 25g (0.9 oz.) Size (H x D): 2 3/4 x 2 1/2 inches

775: GATSBY Tin Caddy with 48 Tea BagsHelp your customers create special tea memories! These souvenir tea tins define the word “collectible”. Caddies features double-raised embossing and delightful Canadian imagery on the lid. Themes continue on the bottom with a complete tea-story and further imagery. A perfect item for specialty or souvenir shops as the higher per unit price helps drive sales up! Each teabag contains 2.2 grams of tea – enough to steep a perfect 6-8 oz cup. Blended and packed in Canada.

Case Pack: 6 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 6 x 6 x 2 1/2 inchesICEWINE MAPLE

761: HERBAL TEAS OF CANADA with 16 Tea Bags Canada is a land of wide open spaces, fresh clean air and pure spring water. The natural lifestyle means that Canada has developed a reputation for enjoying some of the purest herbal teas on the planet. We’ve blended some Canadian favorites and packed them in our special snap-tight designer tins for pure and natural enjoyment. Each teabag contains enough tea for 2 cups of perfectly brewed herbal tea. Blended and packed in Canada.

Case Pack: 6 [No mixed cases]Size (D x H): 3 x 4 3/4 inchesBEARY BERRY EGYPTIAN CAMOMILE OKANAGAN APPLE SPICE

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Specialty Teas in Tin CaddiesOur line of premium Canadian themed teas has been winning accolades the world over. We’ve packaged our most popular in a series of collectible and fully reusable tins. (Tins are made in part with reclaimed materials.)

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14-50: Tin Caddy with 24 Tea BagsFrom Decaffeinated Irish Breakfast to Icewine and Maple, these traditional tea tins are must in any gift shop!

Each tin features stunning artwork (brilliant colors and a traditional hinged lid, reminiscent of early British caddies) with a unique stackable shape. Stack ‘em up and watch ‘em sell!

Case pack: 6 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 3 x 3 x 3 7/8 inches

Cranberry (new design July 08)Decaf Irish BreakfastEarl GreyEnglish BreakfastIcewineInukshukJapan Sencha

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Other Specialty Teas in Tin CaddiesPremium teas in souvenir tins make the perfect take-home gift! Iconic images of Canada adorn these classically styled tea caddies. We get glowing emails from around the world from people who’ve brought them home with them.

Why are these teas better than any others on the market? The secret is using genuine Niagara Icewine in the blend. Simple!

720: ADVENTURE TEAS Tin Caddy with 20 Tea Bags20 Ceylon teabags with string and tag in flavor-seal pouch. These uniquely shaped tea caddies literally fly off shelves. Vintage-style souvenir imagery depicts regional scenes from throughout Canada. Tourists love them!

Case Pack: 6 [No mixed cases] Size (L x W x H): 4 x 2 7/8 x 3 1/4 inches

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14-51: Tin Caddy with 12 Tea BagsTin caddy with 12 luxury teabags. Our top selling souvenir teas. These popular tins feature a unique hinged lid with a stackable design that means they won’t fall over in a display case – perfect! These tins make excellent triple-packs – your customers can cross three people off their gift list all at once.

Case Pack: 6 [No mixed cases]

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Our son visited your country last year and purchased a box of “Maple Tea”. My wife is a real “tea-a-holic” and loved it but, our worst fears have been realized – it’s all gone! She presently is suffering withdrawal symptoms! I am afraid of the consequences if I cannot beg/borrow/steal/purchase more. The crux of the matter? Where can I purchase more!? Noel F. Ryan, Australia

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783: CASCADE CANADA 3 Tier TinTin caddy with 36 luxury teabags – 12 each of Maple, Icewine and Canadian Breakfast. Three of our most popular Canadiana tea that have become world famous for their incomparable quality and flavor. Create a unique memory of Canada with this uniquely stackable, 3 tin, gift set.

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Discovery Loose Tea Packs, Ecobamboo AccessoriesServing and selling premium loose tea opens a new door of discovery for your customers. Introduce them to new flavors, aromas and stories with our discovery tea packs and unique accessories – like our new environmentally friendly Ecobam line.

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Discovery Loose Tea Packs (100g / 3.50oz.) – 32 different types (for now!)Discovery Artisan Tea Packs – 16 different types (for now!)Stunning looks and flavor! Luxury spring teas and fresh flower blossoms are selected leaf by leaf and tied with string. Unique modified atmosphere packing method removes oxygen and preserves the tea for up to 8 years, (approx. shelf life). Stylish window packaging shows off each handmade creation for easy sales. (Each pack contains 3 tea balls. 1 tea ball = 3 cup teapot).

Case pack: 6 [No mixed cases]Standard Mixed case available: 32 [2 of each type]

CODE NAME1AT GR 454 1000 Day Flower1AT GR 459 Hannah Chrysanthemum1AT GR 460 3 Flower Burst1AT GR 461 Ginseng Lily1AT GR 752 Allegria Jasmine Burst1AT GR 754 Dragon 4 Flowers1AT GR 756 Tiffany Rose Melody1AT GR 753 Cote D’Azur Garden1AT GR 451 Longing Heart1AT GR 755 Lovers 3 Flower1AT GR 757 Volcano Flower Burst1AT GR 598 Jasmine Silver Balls1AT GR 759 Menthe Soleil1AT GR 761 Delirium Blossom1AT OL 762 Oolong Mystere1AT WT 758 White Flower

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CODE NAME TYPE1CB 513 Lapsang Souchong China Black1CI FV 046 Vanilla Chai Chai1CI SP 851 Cochin Masala Chai Chai1DF EF 004 Decaff. Eng. Breakfast Decaff.1DF EF 006 Decaff. Earl Grey Decaff.1EF 004 Eng. Breakfast Eng. Fav.1EF 006 Earl Grey Eng. Fav.1EF 088 Cream Earl Grey Eng. Fav.1EF 512 Irish Breakfast Eng. Fav.1EF 567 Buckingham Palace Eng. Fav.1ES SL 500 Lovers Leap Estate1FG 131 Kyoto Cherry Rose Flav. Green1FG 150 Long Island Strawberry Flav. Green1FR 046 Bourbon Street Vanilla Flav. Rooibos1FR 104 Creme au Caramel Flav. Rooibos1FR 539 Provence Flav. Rooibos1FV 001 Mango Mist Flav. Black1FV 007 Peach Apricot Flav. Black1FV 041 Maple Flav. Black1FV 045 Monk’s Blend Flav. Black1FV 080 Le Marche Spice Flav. Black1GR CH 520 Jasmine with Flowers Green1GR JP 519 Japan Sencha Green1GR JP 522 Genmaicha Green1HB EY 203 Egyptian Camomile Herbal (35g/1.23oz) 1HB US 051 Peppermint Herbal (70g/2.47oz)1HF 530 Bella Coola Herb & Fruit1HF 531 Berry Berry Herb & Fruit1HF 532 Angel Falls Mist Herb & Fruit1OR ES 517 Organic Assam Organic1OR GR 520 Organic Jasmine Organic1WT CH 403 Pai Mu Tan White (50g/1.76oz)

Nitrogen flushed and vacuum packed for 8 year shelf life.

Nitrogen flushed and vacuum packed for 8 year shelf life.

Discover how easy selling premium loose teas and herbal teas can be! Discovery tea packs take the guesswork out of the equation and allow you to create a complete loose tea display with ease. Unique modified atmosphere packing method removes oxygen and preserves the tea for up to 8 years, (approx. shelf life). The best part? High, high margins! (Each pack contains 100g /3.5 oz tea, or as noted. Makes approx. 40-60 cups of tea.)

Case pack: 6 [No mixed cases]Standard Mixed case available: 32 [1 of each type]

Traditional handmade whisks constructed of sustainably harvested bamboo. Whips matcha into a frothy delight. Case pack: 12 (Packed in recyclable tube.)

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2501: Matcha Tea SpoonWondering how much matcha to use per cup? Here’s the answer – eco-friendly bamboo spoon based on an ancient Japanese design. Case pack: 12 (Each individually poly-wrapped.)

2500: Matcha Tea Whisk

2502-SML: Small Bamboo tea cup2502-LGE: Large Bamboo tea cupThe ultimate eco-sipper. 100% biodegradable bamboo teacups add a stylish element to your table and can be composted after use! Constructed from 100% natural, sustainably harvested bamboo. (Cups should be seasoned by leaving tea in overnight before first use.)

Small cup holds approx. 80 ml/2.8 ozLarge cup holds approx. 175 ml/6.2 ozCase pack: 3 cartons (6 cups in a carton box) [No mixed cases]

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FLAVOR DESCRIPTION:ANNE OF GREEN GABLES (Blueberry)CANADIAN PIONEER (Canadian Breakfast) GOLDEN MAPLE (Maple & Honey)ICEWINE (Icewine)INUKSHUK (Blueberry Icewine)LEGEND MAPLE (Maple Cream)LIGHTHOUSE #1 (Full Strength Orange Pekoe)LIGHTHOUSE #2 (Earl Grey)LIGHTHOUSE #3 (English Breakfast)MAPLE (Maple)TOTEM POLE (Maple Blueberry)

6-18XU: Upright Softwood ChestPremium Ceylon Tea with natural flavors. Upright wooden box holds 12 teabags with string and tag, flavor-sealed for freshness. 11 flavors. Perfect for tourist shops.

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6-18X, 6-18XU and 9-31 Specialty Tea in Softwood BoxesOur teas in softwood chests are often copied, but never paralleled. What makes ours so special? It’s our premium quality flavor-sealed Ceylon teas, 100% natural flavoring and one-of-a-kind artwork – can’t beat that!

We use genuine icewine to flavor these teas – no wonder it tastes so good compared to anything else on the market.

ANGEL’S DREAMBLUEBERRYCRANBERRYEARL GREYENGLISH BREAKFASTGREEN TEAIRISH CREAMISLAND COCONUTKEY LIMEMANGOPAPAYAPASSION FRUITPEACH APRICOTPINEAPPLEPIRATES RUMQUEEN MARY BREAKFASTSHAKESPEARE (ENG. BREAKFAST)

STRAWBERRYTROPICAL DREAM (POMEGRANATE VANILLA)

VANILLA

HOLIDAYCHRISTMAS MOON (APPLE SPICE)

HOLIDAY WINTER (SWEET SPICE)

SANTA’S WORKSHOP (CRANBERRY)

SNOWMAN (ORANGE SPICE)

SOUVENIRBOSTON TEA PARTY (EARL GREY)

CANADIAN BREAKFAST RCMP (ENGLISH BREAKFAST)

CANADIAN DELIGHT (ORANGE PEKOE)

ICEWINEMAPLEMAPLE BLUEBERRYWILDERNESS HUCKLEBERRY

6-18X: 12 Tea Bags Mini Softwood ChestPremium Ceylon Tea with natural flavors. Sustainably harvested wooden box holds 12 teabags with string and tag, flavor-sealed for freshness. 31 varieties.

Case Pack: 6 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 3 x 3 3/4 x 2 1/8 inches

Triple Packs available, see page 99

9-31: 15 Tea Bags Cottage House Tea BoxPremium Ceylon Tea with natural flavors, 15 tea bags with string and tag in a “flavor-sealed pouch” in a wood box. 4 flavors.

Case Pack: 12 [No mixed cases] Size (L x W x H): 2 7/8 x 2 7/8 x 2 3/4 inches

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My granddaughter visited Washington, D.C a while back and brought us a box of the Rose Tea—it was great hit among our family and friends. Would you be able to refer us to a retail location?Armando Rendon, Berkeley, California

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Favorites:Angel’s Dream (8)AppleApple SpiceArctic RaspberryBlack CurrantBlueberryBoysenberryButtered RumChocolate MintCiao AmarettoCinnamonCoconut (Island)CranberryElderberry

GingerGinger PeachHibiscus HoneyHuckleberryIndian Spiced ChaiKey Lime LemonLovers Leap (3)MangoMango PalauMintMonk’s BlendOrangeOrange SpicePassion Fruit

Peach ApricotPeaches n’ CreamPina ColadaPineapplePirates Rum (16)RaspberryRose Sportsman Blend (12)StrawberryTrain Earl GreyTropical Dream (17)VanillaVanilla CreamWild Blackberry

American Dream (13)Blend 1776 (14)Boston Tea Party Earl GreyCdn Breakfast RCMP (2)Canadian Delight (3)IcewineLiberty Blend (3)MapleMaple BlueberryWilderness Huckleberry

Premium Ceylon, Premium Egyptian Camomile or American Peppermint Tea with natural flavors, 25 tea bags with string and tag in a “flavor-sealed pouch” in a wood box. 77 flavors.Case Pack: 6 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 3 x 4 3/4 x 2 3/4 inches

American Dream (13)American Dream (13)

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American Dream Blend 1776 Boston Tea Party Earl GreyCdn Breakfast RCMP Canadian DelightIcewineLiberty Blend MapleMaple Blueberry

American Dream American Dream

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Favorites:Angel’s Dream (8)AppleApple SpiceArctic Raspberry

GingerGinger PeachHibiscus HoneyHuckleberry

Peach ApricotPeaches n’ CreamPina ColadaPineapple

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Buckingham Palace (1)Cream Earl GreyEarl GreyEnglish BreakfastIrish BreakfastIrish CreamQueen Mary (2)Shakespeare (2)Victorian Blend (3)

Blueberry GreenEarl Grey GreenGreen TeaJasmine GreenSencha (Japan)Strawberry GreenVanilla Green

Christmas Moon (4)Holiday Winter (5)Santa’s Workshop (6)Snowman (7)

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CamomileCamomile Honey LemonPeppermint

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6-18B Specialty Teas in Softwood ChestsOur collectable wood chests are hand made from sustainably harvested softwood trees. Encourage your customers to find other uses for them once the tea’s all gone. Piggy bank? Mini treasure chest? Why not?!

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(1) JASMINE EARL GREY(2) ENGLISH BREAKFAST(3) ORANGE PEKOE (4) APPLE SPICE(5) SWEET SPICE(6) CRANBERRY(7) ORANGE SPICE

(8) MAPLE BLACKBERRY(10) VANILLA GRENADINE(12) IRISH BREAKFAST(13) APPLE(14) MAPLE STRAWBERRY(16) RUM PUNCH(17) POMEGRANATE VANILLA

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6-18BU: 25 Tea Bags Mini Softwood ChestPremium Ceylon Tea with natural flavors. Upright wooden boxes screen printed with tourist themes make the perfect take home gift. 25 teabags with string and tag, flavor-sealed for freshness. 11 varieties. Case pack: 6 - Size (L x W x H): 2 7/8 x 2 3/4 x 4 3/4 inches

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More Popular Products in Softwood BoxesNothing says “impulse purchase” like an upright floor merchandiser packed with colorful boxes of premium teas. Customers from Atlanta to Tokyo tell us their sales per square foot ratio couldn’t be higher!

Metropolitan’s Canadian Icewine Tea is acknowledged the world over as ‘the best’. Accept no substitute.

PM 18B: Wooden Floor Merchandiser

FLAVOR DESCRIPTION:ANNE OF GREEN GABLES (Blueberry)CANADIAN PIONEER (Canadian Breakfast)GOLDEN MAPLE (Maple & Honey)ICEWINE (Icewine)INUKSHUK (Blueberry Icewine)MAPLE (Maple)LEGEND MAPLE (Maple Cream)LIGHTHOUSE #1 (Full Strength Orange Pekoe)LIGHTHOUSE #2 (Earl Grey)LIGHTHOUSE #3 (English Breakfast)TOTEM POLE (Maple Blueberry)

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036WD: 36 Specialty Tea BagsWorld famous Maple and Ice-Wine Teas! Sustainable softwood box holds 36 teabags with string and tag, flavor-sealed for freshness.

Case Pack: 6 [no mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 4 3/4 x 3 3/4 x 2 1/2 inches

ICEWINE MAPLEICEWINE MAPLEICEWINE ICEWINE MAPLE

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100WD: 100 Specialty Tea BagsFor customers who can’t get enough. Premium Ceylon Tea with natural flavors. Re-usable box holds 100 teabags with string and tag, flavor-sealed for freshness. 4 flavors.Case Pack: 4 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 7 1/2 x 5 13/16 x 3 1/4 inches

EARL GREYENGLISH BREAKFASTICEWINE MAPLE

7 1/2”

190mm

4 3/4”

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My name is Elizabeth. I am eleven years old. My mom got a gift basket from her boss. In the basket was a wooden box of Christmas Stocking Tea. I drank it all and kept the box. You could still smell the tea inside it! I tried looking in the stores but I couldn’t find the right kind!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for your help. Elizabeth.

Upright merchandiser allows you to create an impressive tea display with a limited amount of floor space. Dark cedar construction provides contrast that makes our 6-18B boxes really pop! Plus, purchase the merchandiser with 54 units of 6-18B we’ll ship an additional 18 units of 6-18B free to offset your costs. Win-win!

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PM19B: Product MerchandiserCreate a stylish tea display with our wire sachet merchandiser. Compact design can be easily integrated into your tearoom or shop – the unit can sit on a counter or be wall-mounted. Sell more tea! Purchase the merchandiser with 84 units of 6-19B and / or 6-19H and we will ship an additional 12 units of 6-19B (one case) free to offset your costs.

Cdn. Breakfast (RCMP)Golden Maple (1)IcewineInukshuk (10)

Legend Maple (2)MapleMaple Blueberry Wilderness Huckleberry

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Create a stylish tea display with our wire sachet merchandiser. Compact design can be easily integrated

Create a stylish tea display with our wire sachet merchandiser. Compact design can be easily integrated

5-10: 5 Tea Bags Sample PackPremium Ceylon Tea, Egyptian Camomile or American Peppermint with natural flavors. Mini pack contains 5 teabags with string and tag, individually foil wrapped to eliminate flavor transfer. 12 flavors. Case Pack: 12 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W): 2 3/4 x 2 3/4 inches

individually foil wrapped to eliminate flavor transfer. individually foil wrapped to eliminate flavor transfer.

Favorites

Angel’s Dream (3)BlueberryCoconut (Island)CranberryEarl Grey

English BreakfastGreen TeaKey LimeMangoPapaya

Passion FruitPeach ApricotPineapplePirates Rum PunchQueen Mary (4)

Shakespeare (4)StrawberryTropical Dream (5)Vanilla

CamomileCamomile Honey LemonPeppermint

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Christmas Moon (6)Santa’s Workshop (7)

Snowman (8)Holiday Winter (9)

Holiday12-pack maple assorted

The full Maple collection. Sachets packed by the dozen means you can sell them 12 at a time. Never enough award winning Maple tea!

BlueberryCamomileCranberryEarl GreyEnglish BreakfastGreen TeaIcewineMaplePeach ApricotPeppermintStrawberryVanilla



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6-19B Cloth Sachets + 5-10 Impulse PacksOur cloth teabags are hand sewn in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The factory where they are made provides a skilled, reliable job for many women in the area. We’ve been carrying this line for years – they’re still some of our best sellers!

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Cloth sachets. Always a popular choice!

(1) MAPLE HONEY(2) MAPLE CREAM(3) MAPLE BLACKBERRY(4) ENGLISH BREAKFAST

(5) POMEGRANATE VANILLA(6) APPLE SPICE(7) CRANBERRY(8) ORANGE SPICE

(9) SWEET SPICE (10) BLUEBERRY ICEWINE


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3 1/2”

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2 3/4”

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2600: The Perfect Maple Tea SystemPremium Ceylon Tea with natural flavoring. Collectible mug by Amsterdam Porcelain Works holds 15 teabags with string and tag, flavor-sealed for freshness. Award winning Maple tea and mug carefully packed in a special box designed to be tossed into

a suitcase or travel tote! The perfect souvenir. Case Pack: 12 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 3 1/2 x 3 7/8 x 3 15/16 inches

6-18Y: Softwood ChestletLoose tea to go! Premium whole leaf Ceylon tea with natural flavors. Rectangular mini chest holds 25g/.88 oz of loose tea flavor-sealed for freshness.Case Pack: 12 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 3 1/16 x 2 1/16 x 1 3/4 inches

BLUEBERRY CANADIAN DELIGHT ICEWINEMAPLE CANADIAN BREAKFAST WILDERNESS HUCKLEBERRY

6-18Z: Tiny Softwood ChestletLoose tea in a tiny collectible chest. Premium whole leaf Ceylon tea with natural flavors. Chest holds 15g/.53 oz of loose tea flavor-sealed for freshness. Cute!Case Pack: 12 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 2 1/2 x 2 x 1 1/2 inches

BLUEBERRY CANADIAN BREAKFAST CANADIAN DELIGHT ICEWINE MAPLE WILDERNESS HUCKLEBERRY

6-18W: Softwood ChestletMix and match stackable tea-cubes! Premium whole leaf Ceylon tea with natural flavors. Cube holds 25g/.88 oz of loose tea flavor-sealed for freshness. Case Pack: 12 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 2 3/16 x 2 3/16 x 2 3/16 inches

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8-09: Book of TeaTea and books go hand in hand! Premium Ceylon Tea with natural flavors. Each book contains 6 carton boxes holding 10 teabags with string and tag, flavor-sealed for freshness. (60 teabags total.)Case Pack: 6 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 5 13/16 x 1 3/4 x 8 7/16 inches

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a suitcase or travel tote! The perfect souvenir. Case Pack: 12 [No mixed cases]Size (L x W x H): 3 x 3 7/8 x 3 15/

MAPLE CANADIAN BREAKFAST WILDERNESS HUCKLEBERRY

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More Souvenir TeaStocking your shelves with an assortment of teas in various shapes and sizes creates a dynamic display your customers will find irresistible. Wondering what to stock? Here you go – we’ve done the guess work for you!

Souvenirs that are packed with antioxidants - what a concept!

Blueberry tea! I just inhaled 3 mugs of this tea. It was great — please send your catalogue!Mike Craig, Alexandria, Virginia

8-20: 50 Specialty Tea Bags in a CartonPremium Ceylon Tea with natural flavors. Award-winning Canadian blends - Canadian Breakfast, Icewine or Maple contain real Canadian icewine or maple syrup! (Canadian Breakfast has no additional flavoring.) Your customers never had it so good. No wonder we’ve gotten accolades from around the globe. Recyclable carton box contains 50 teabags with string and tag, flavor-sealed for freshness.

Case Pack: 12 [No mixed cases] Size (L x W x H): 4 3/4 x 4 x 2 1/2 inches

4”

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Customers love the little boxes! Premium Ceylon Tea, Egyptian Camomile or American Peppermint with natural flavors. Designer mini pack contains 10 teabags with string and tag flavor-sealed for freshness. 28 flavors. Case Pack: 12 [No mixed cases] Size (L x W x H): 2 5/8 x 1 1/2 x 2 3/8 inches

SOUVENIRCDN. BREAKFAST RCMPICEWINEINUKSHUK (3)MAPLEMAPLE BLUEBERRY WILDERNESS HUCKLEBERRY

FAVORITESANGEL’S DREAM (2)APPLEBLACK CURRANTBLUEBERRYCRANBERRYEARL GREYENGLISH BREAKFASTGINGER PEACHGREEN TEAJASMINE GREENIRISH CREAMLEMONMANGOPEACH APRICOTRASPBERRYSTRAWBERRYVANILLA

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617: Header Cards with 6 Tea BagsPremium Ceylon Tea with natural flavors. Designer packs contain 6 teabags with string and tag, flavor-sealed for freshness. Packs sold in a sleeve of 12. (Hint: Sell them by the sleeve. It works!)Case Pack: 12 [No mixed cases]Size (W x H): 3 5/16 x 5 3/8 inches

INUKSHUK (3)WILDERNESS HUCKLEBERRYICEWINEMAPLE

505: Alpha Cartons with 5 Tea BagsPremium Ceylon Tea with natural flavors. Mini boxes contain 5 teabags with string and tag, flavor-sealed for freshness. Boxes sold in a grouping of 12. (Hint: Sell them by the dozen to boost sales!)Case Pack: 12 [No mixed cases]Size (W x H): 2 x 2 13/16 inches

INUKSHUK (3)WILDERNESS HUCKLEBERRYICEWINEMAPLE

525: Omega Cartons with 25 Tea BagsPremium Ceylon Tea with natural flavors. Designer packs contain 25 teabags with string and tag, flavor-sealed for freshness. Stylized carton helps these sell! Case Pack: 6 [No mixed cases]Size (W x H): 4 5/16 x 2 5/8 inches

INUKSHUK (3) WILDERNESS HUCKLEBERRY ICEWINE MAPLE

25 Tea bags in a flavor- seal pouch.

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More Specialty Tea in Tea BagsThe same great tea in packaging that is more economical. We’ve been told repeatedly, that Inukshuk Blueberry Icewine tea is ‘to die for’.

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Perfect to a “tea”! Place impulse items beside your checkout to turn loose change into quick sales. Or, up-sell as a “gift with purchase.”

(1) APPLE SPICE(2) MAPLE BLACKBERRY(3) BLUEBERRY ICEWINE


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TRIPLE PACK

STriple PacksMany of our clients sell tea in 3’s – 3 times the sales value, 3 times the margin 3 times the convenience. Furthermore, Metropolitan tea is a terrific gift – premium quality you can’t find elsewhere, an excellent source of antioxidants and exciting flavors and tastes. We offer, at no charge, custom shrink-wrapping of assortments that you specify. It’s easy!

3 times the fun: (1)Design your own and (2) triple your sales with (3) triple packs.

Hi I have been a big fan of you teas for quite some time now but I can no longer find one of my favorites, “The Nighty Nite Tea” Camomile Honey & Lemon. I live on Vancouver Island, can you please tell where I can go to buy this tea?Kristina Leigh, Nanaimo, BC

3-6-18B: More selections page 94 3-6-18Y: More selections page 97 3-1451: More selections page 91

3-6-18Z: More selections page 97

3-6-18XU: More selections page 93

3-760: More selections page 90

3-4-13B: More selections page 98

3-6-18X: More selections page 93

3-6-18W: More selections page 97

3-751: More information page 90

8 3/4”

222mm

4 7/8”

123mm

5 1/4”

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3 5/8”

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2 1/2”

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4 5/8”

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7 1/2”

190mm

5”

127mm

9 1/4”

235mm

6 1/8”

155mm

3 7/8”

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2 1/8”

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6 3/4”

171mm

3-9-31: More selections page 93

7 3/4”

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2 5/8”

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Maple TeaIroquois legend tells of the piercing the bark of a maple tree for the ‘sweet water’ to cook venison. Ojibwa called the ‘sugaring off’ period the ‘maple moon’ or ‘sugar month’. We have tapped into this North American specialty, taking Premium Quality Tea and flavoring it with 100% natural maple flavor and 100% pure maple syrup. The result is over the moon and has become a global favorite.

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Collecting ingredients for the original world famous maple tea.

6-19B (page 96)

617 (page 98)

8-20 (page 97)

4-13B (page 98)

630 (page 86)

525 (page 98)

505 (page 98) 5-10 (page 96)

6-18XU (page 93)

6-18BU (page 95)

14-50 (page 91)

14-51 (page 91)751 (page 90)

749 (page 90)

775 (page 90)

760 (page 90)

100WD (page 95)

036WD (page 95)

6-18Z (page 97)6-18X (page 93)

6-18B (page 94)

6-18Y (page 97)6-18W (page 97)

“Old world charm”

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