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A smooth and fruity green tea with a clean and delicate taste, one of the best teas to come out of the Azores.
Produced exclusively with the best tea buds and leaves; those found at the top of the plant. The tea is picked during April and May as the Azores experiences unique climatic conditions during these months which impart unique characteristics on to the tea.
We are proud to source all our teas from The Azores direct from Gorreana Tea Estate, famed for being Europe's oldest tea estate having been setup in 1883. Gorreana Tea Estate are dedicated to producing premium quality loose leaf tea without the use of any pesticides or chemicals.
Tasting Notes:
- Smooth and delicate
- Nectarine taste with an apricot finish
Harvest: Spring, May 2016
Origin: Gorreana Tea Estate, Sao Miguel Island, The Azores, Portugal
Organic: Non-certified organic
Altitude: 500m+
Sourced: Direct from Gorreana T.E.
Percentage of price going back to Gorreana T.E.: 25%+
Brewing Advice:
- Heat water to roughly 80°C/176°F
- Use 1-2 teaspoons per cup/small teapot
- Brew for 2 minutes
Packaging: Resealable ziplock bag
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