2 minute read
TEA 101
tea types
White Tea
Ranging between floral, delicate and sweet, white tea is the least processed form of tea and is as close to the living tea bush as you can get.
1-2 PERFECT SPOONS 475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER 90°C (195°F) 3-5 MIN
Green Tea
Celebrated around the world for its many benefits, green tea is a great motivator for healthy living. From grassy, umami and almost buttery to vegetal and nutty-ish, green tea leaves are pan-fired or steamed before being dried to lock in their flavour and green colour.
1-2 PERFECT SPOONS 475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER JAPANESE GREEN TEA 80°C (175°F) CHINESE & FLAVOURED GREEN TEA 85°C (185°F) 2-4 MIN
Matcha
Matcha powder is made from finely ground green tea leaves and can taste anywhere from grassy to sweet and creamy. That means with every sip, you’re consuming all the benefits of the full leaf.
UNSWEETENED MATCHA 2-3 PERFECT MATCHA SPOONS
SWEETENED MATCHA 5-6 PERFECT MATCHA SPOONS 475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER UNSWEETENED MATCHA 75°C (170°F) SWEETENED MATCHA 85°C (185°F)
Oolong Tea
Are they black or are they green? Oolong teas are somewhere in between. The most labour-intensive tea type, these floral, fruity, sweet and toasty teas are repeatedly rolled or twisted to manipulate the degree of oxidation, bringing out all their wonderful complex flavours.
1-2 PERFECT SPOONS 475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER 90°C (195°F) 4-5 MIN
Black Tea
A classic choice first thing in the morning or as an afternoon pick-me-up. Flavours range from fruity and floral to rich and malty with subtle hints of honey.
1-2 PERFECT SPOONS 475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER 95°C (200°F) 3-5 MIN
Pu’erh Tea
Used to serve alongside food and as a digestive aid for centuries, pu’erh is a rarity that is sought after by tea collectors. Deep, complex and primarily known for its signature earthiness.
1-2 PERFECT SPOONS 475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER 95°C (200°F) 4-5 MIN
Maté, Guayusa & Yaupon
For a lasting, jitter-free boost of energy, these herbs contain a unique combination of caffeine and other naturally energizing compounds.
1-2 PERFECT SPOONS 475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER 95°C (200°F) 3-5 MIN
Rooibos
A South African plant known for its hydrating effects, rooibos is loved for its naturally sweet taste and caffeine-free status.
1-2 PERFECT SPOONS 475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER 95°C (200°F) 4-5 MIN
Herbal Tea
Ranging from herbal and aromatic to sweet, floral and fruity, herbal infusions are made using anything from herbs and spices to fruits and nuts.
1-2 PERFECT SPOONS 475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER 95°C (200°F) 5+ MIN