Journal

How you brew tea can make all the difference between a great tasting cup and a mediocre one. The quality of the tea, the quantity of tea, the quality of the water, the water temperature and the steeping time are all key factors for a successful brew.

For all its virtues, Nilgiri tea has not spread through the world like India’s more famous tea producing regions, Darjeeling and Assam. Here we explain why Nilgiri tea is one of the best kept secrets in tea.

This recipe makes a rich yet refreshing tea ice cream. It's amazing served with a dash of maple syrup for something a little extra. Or to really dazzle, pour over a cup of hot Assam tea for a tea twist on a classic affogato.

It's been a trying time for tea growers across South Asia in the wake of the pandemic. Here's an update on how the small-scale tea gardens we work with have been navigating the crisis.

We talk a lot about how processing affects the taste of tea. One area that can get overlooked is freshness. When we buy tea we may not really think much about when it was produced. Tea doesn’t “go off”, and it doesn’t have an expiry date but tea can lose its flavour, aroma and colour as the months pass.  

The summer is finally here, and the warmer months call for lots of refreshing hydrating drinks.  A chilled glass of iced tea made from high-quality leaves is so easy to prepare, and lets you experience tea flavours in a whole new way.