catalogue / Christmas 2013
Contents Christmas teas p 4 Introduction to tasting p 8 Teas in every color p 12 A vessel worthy of a Grand Cru p 14 Pure Indulgence p 16 A set for every mood p 18 Celebrating teapots! p 22 For Theophiles p 27
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TEA N°25 Chaï Limited Edition Specially created in honor of Christmas, this sumptuous tea conjures up the delicious fragrance of gingerbread. In this blend, black tea is combined with green cardamom, pink pepper, and ginger, precious spices to enrich the traditional Thé N°25 recipe. Ref. DV897X. 15 € for a 100g (3.5 oz) tea canister Thé N°25 Chai is also available as a loose tea: Ref. 897. 8,50 € / 100g (3.5 oz)
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Christmas teas Thé N°25 is a flavored blend created by Palais des Thés. It evokes an old-timey flavor with its comforting mixture of vanilla pods, almond, cinnamon, ginger, orange peel, and lemon zest. Thé N°25 is available in black tea, green tea, white tea, and rooibos.
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Thé N°25 Collection Each variety comes carefully packed in an elegant lacquered metal canister.
Thé Noir N°25
Thé Vert N°25
Thé Blanc N°25
Rooibos N°25
Ref. DV860X. 14 € 100g / 3.5 oz metal canister
Ref. DV859X. 14 € 100g / 3.5 oz metal canister
Ref. DV854X. 14 € 50g / 1.75 oz metal canister
Ref. DV916X. 14 € 100g / 3.5 oz metal canister
Ref. 854. 7,50 € 50g / 1.75 oz
Ref. 916. 7,50 € 100g / 3.5 oz
Thés N°25 are also available a loose tea: Ref. 860. 7,50 € 100g / 3.5 oz
Ref. 859. 7,50 € 100g / 3.5 oz
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Thé N°25 Miniatures The 4 traditional Thé N°25 recipes are now offered in a set of mini tins. Ref. DMB03. 19 € (30g / 1.05 oz) of Thé Noir N°25, Thé Vert N°25, Rooibos N°25 plus 15g / 0.52 oz of Thé Blanc N°25)
Thé N°25 Gourmet Gift Set This set combines Thé Noir N°25 with Thé N°25 Biscuits and Délice de Thé N°25. Ref. DT25AV. 27,90 € (One 100g / 3.5 oz canister of Thé Noir N°25, 125g / 4.4 oz of Thé N°25 Biscuits, and 240g / 8.5 oz of Délice de Thé N°25)
Thé N°25 Three TEA Gift Set Three tea canisters packaged in a beautiful gift box. Ref. DT25BV. 42 € (One canister each of Thé Vert N°25, Thé Noir N°25, and Rooibos N°25)
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Ginger bread Our luscious handmade ginger bread are a delightful treat with a cup of tea. Try both new varieties: Apple and Caramel. Ginger ginger bread Ref. F700. 7,90 € (350g / 12.3 oz)
Cherry ginger bread Ref. F701. 7,90 € (350g / 12.3 oz)
Apple & cinnamon ginger bread Thé N°25 Biscuits A delicious recipe c o m b i n i n g cinnamon and cloves with hazelnut pieces and a pinch of brown sugar.
Ref. F702. 7,90 € (350g / 12.3 oz)
Honey & caramel ginger bread Ref. F703. 7,90 € (350g / 12.3 oz)
Ref. F860. 7,90 € (125g / 4.4 oz)
Fruit Jellies Our fruit jellies delicately combine different fruits with emblematic teas from Palais des Thés. Mirabelle Plum & Thé du Hammam Fruit Jellies Ref. FPF861. 7,90 € (90g / 3.2 oz)
Pear & Thé des Amants Fruit Jellies Ref. FPF880. 7,90 € (90g / 3.2 oz)
Délice de Thé N°25 Traditionally cooked in a copper pot and prepared using steeped tea, this spread captures all the flavors of Thé N°25. Ref. F50025. 6 € for a 240g / 8.5 oz jar
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Introduction to tasting Our discover y sets include 10 tubes of different teas and a Guide to Tasting. Each tube contains enough leaves to prepare a teapot of 6 to 8 cups. Single-Estate Teas Explore the diversity of the world’s teas. Ref. DCT10D. 39 €
Green Teas Experience the pleasures and benefits of green tea. Ref. DCT10B. 39 €
Signature Classics The ultimate tasting set: 10 of our most distinctive single-estate and flavored teas. Ref. DCT10A. 39 €
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Flavored Teas 10 unique blends created by Palais des Thés, featuring delicious floral, fruity, and sweet varieties. Ref. DCT10C. 39 €
Discovery sets to explore every type of tea: enjoy a special treat with your family and friends while learning something new!
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Explore a family of flavored teas These tasting sets contain 5 tubes of different teas, with enough tea in each tube to prepare a teapot of 6 to 8 cups. Sweet Teas 5 Palais des Thés blends with sweet notes. Ref. DCT05C. 20 €
Fruity Teas 5 Palais des Thés blends with delicately fruity flavors. Ref. DCT05B. 20 €
Floral Teas 5 Palais des Thés blends with delicately floral flavors. Ref. DCT05A. 20 €
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The Tea Lover’s Guide An essential read for anyone interested in tea. After 25 years of visiting plantations to select the very rarest of teas, Palais des Thés creative team reveals the secrets it have uncovered during those years of travels. François-Xavier Delmas and Mathias Minet offer valuable advice on how to taste and prepare tea and share their personal selection of the world’s 50 best teas. Ref. L027. 25 €
Tasting Kits Our tasting kits let you control every variable when steeping your tea. They are a perfect complement to our tasting sets. Volume: 12 cL Ref. W905. 29 € for a box containing 2 tasting kits
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Teas in every color In this collection of stackable canisters, Palais des ThÊs’ most popular flavored blends pay tribute to the journeys that inspired them: pour a cup and visit Tibet, Japan, Russia, or Turkey.
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Thé des Moines
Inspired by a Tibetan recipe, this rare blend has a unique floral flavor.
Ref. DV898T. 14 € 100g (3.5 oz) canister
Thé des Vahinés
This green tea with notes of vanilla and almond is sprinkled with rosebuds. A beautiful tea with a warm, floral bouquet!
Ref. DV883T. 14 € 100g (3.5 oz) canister
Fleur de Geisha
A delicately flavored Japanese green tea, composed as a tribute to the women of Kyoto.
Thé des Lords
Sprinkled with safflower petals, this tea boasts the most intense bergamot flavor of all the Earl Greys.
Ref. DV309T. 14 € 100g (3.5 oz) canister
Ref. DV802T. 14 € 100g (3.5 oz) canister
Goût Russe 7 agrumes
Thé du Hammam
A remarkable black tea blend with zesty flavors evoking the 7 famous citrus fruits.
Ref. DV494T. 14 € 100g (3.5 oz) canister
Inspired by a traditional Turkish recipe, this green tea smells of orange blossoms, roses, berries, and the flesh of green dates.
Ref. DV861T. 14 € 100g (3.5 oz) canister
Thé des Alizés
A green tea subtly flavored with exotic fruits and peppered with flower petals.
Ref. DV862T. 14 € 100g (3.5 oz) canister
Thé des Concubines Blend of black and green teas flavored with fruits and flowers. Sweet and fruity, it tastes of cherry, mango and vanilla.
Ref. DV864T. 14 € 100g (3.5 oz) canister
2 Colors of Tea Gift Set This set contains: - Thé du Hammam (100g - 3.5 oz tea canister) - Fleur de Geisha (100g - 3.5 oz tea canister) Ref. DTCT2V. 28 €
3 Colors of Tea Gift Set This set contains: - Thé des Moines (100g - 3.5 oz tea canister) - Thé des Vahinés (100g - 3.5 oz tea canister) - Thé des Concubines (100g - 3.5 oz tea canister) Ref. DTCT1V. 42 €
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A vessel worthy of a Grand Cru Our Grand Crus, exceptionally rare tea harvests that are often exclusive to Palais des Thés, will delight and impress even the most knowledgeable tea-loving family members and friends. The Grand Crus are presented in traditional washi boxes, beautiful containers worthy of such delicate teas. Our collection of Grand Cru teas evolves with the harvests and the seasons. Compose your own set in our boutiques by selecting your favorites from the Grand Crus currently available.
Chinese Grand Crus Set This magnificent set contains: - 70g (2.5 oz) of Aiguilles d’Argent in a Shiny clouds washi box - 100g (3.5 oz) of Bourgeons du Yunnan in a Festive plum blossoms washi box
和 紙
Ref. DTGC2V. 84 €
Asian Grand Crus set This magnificent set contains: - 100g (3.5 oz) of Perles de Jasmin in a Bright red lace washi box - 70g (2.5 oz) of Jukro in a Shiny clouds washi box Ref. DTGC1V. 98,50 €
80g (2.8 oz) 10,50 €
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100g (3.5 oz) 12,50 €
150g (5.3 oz) 15,50 €
The Japanese washi boxes are also available empty.
Shiny clouds
Festive plums
Bright red lace
80 g Ref. V152A. 10,50 € 100 g Ref. V152B. 12,50 € 150 g Ref. V152C. 15,50 €
80 g Ref. V150A. 10,50 € 100 g Ref. V150B. 12,50 € 150 g Ref. V150C. 15,50 €
80 g Ref. V151A. 10,50 € 100 g Ref. V151B. 12,50 € 150 g Ref. V151C. 15,50 €
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Pure
Indulgence Pure Indulgence are to flavored teas what Grand Crus are to single-estate teas: exceptional varieties created for the most discerning palettes! Each tea marries a superb tea harvest with a single natural ingredient, both handpicked by our experts.
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Lavender
Lavender is a magnificent lowoxidized oolong from China paired with fresh, aromatic lavender.
Ref. DV725X. 15 € 100 g (3.5 oz) canister
Orange Blossom
Orange Blossom combines the velvety texture of green tea “needles” harvested in China with the ethereal fragrance of orange blossom.
Ref. DV721X. 12 € 100 g (3.5 oz) canister
Cinnamon
Cinnamon combines a beautiful Chinese Pu Erh with sweet, subtle cinnamon.
Ref. DV724X. 12 € 100 g (3.5 oz) canister
Icy Mint
Freshness of this beautiful Mao Feng green tea, har vested in China, complements the delicate flavors of pear.
Ref. DV723X. 12 € 100 g (3.5 oz) canister
The fresh and peppery flavors of mint leaves spice up the refreshing herbaceous notes of a delicate green tea from China.
Ref. DV722X. 12 € 100 g (3.5 oz) canister
Pear
Lemon
Lemon blends zesty lemon with the mellow flavor of an Orange Pekoe black tea from Sri Lanka.
Ref. DV720X. 12 € 100 g (3.5 oz) canister
Pure Indulgence 4 tea miniatures
Lemon, Pear, Icy Mint, and Orange Blossom packaged as a set of miniatures. Ref. DBM02. 19 € (4 x 30g / 4 x 1.05 oz)
3 Pure Indulgence This set contains: - Lemon (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Pear (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Orange Blossom (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - 1 box of 60 XL filters Ref. DTPP3V. 40 €
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A set for every mood
Thé N°25 Two Tea Gift Set English Tea Gift Set This set contains : - Green of London (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Thé des Lords (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Big Ben (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - 1 box of 60XL filters
This set contains : - Thé noir N°25 (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Thé vert N°25 (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - 1 box of 60XL filters Ref. DT25CV. 32 €
Ref. DTANGV. 35,50 €
Hammam Gourmandises Gift Set This set contains : - Thé du Hammam ((100g - 3.5 oz canister) from Colorful Tea Collection) - Délice de Thé du Hammam - Apple & Cinnamon ginger bread Ref. DTHA2V. 27,90 €
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Thés du Hammam Gift Set This set contains : - Thé du Hammam (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Thé du Hammam Black Leaf (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Rooibos du Hammam (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - 1 box of 60XL filters Ref. DTHA1V. 35,50 €
Flavored Blends For the Evening Gift Set This set contains : - Rooibos du Hammam (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Rooibos des Vahinés (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Rooibos des Lords (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - 1 box of 60XL filters Ref. DTCP2V. 34,50 €
2 Pure Indulgence This set contains : - Lavender – Pure Indulgence (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Cinammon – Pure Indulgence (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - 1 box of 60XL filters Ref. DTPP4V. 31 €
Flavored Blends Gift Set This set contains : - Thé du Hammam (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Vive le Thé ! (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Thé des Moines (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - 1 box of 60XL filters Ref. DTCP1V. 37,50 €
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Japanese Tea Gift Set This set contains : - Fleur de Geisha (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Sencha Ariake (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - 1 box of 60XL filters Ref. DTJAV. 30 €
Chinese Tea Gift Set This set contains : - Long Jing (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Grand Yunnan Impérial (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - Pu Erh Impérial (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - 1 box of 60XL filters Ref. DTCHIV. 42,50 €
Sencha Tea Gift Set This set contains : - Sencha Ariake (100g - 3.5 oz canister) - 12 oz. porcelain teapot Sencha - Japanese cherry bark tea scoop Ref. DTSEV. 66 €
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Celebrating teapots! Sturdy and traditional, a cast iron teapot is something that will withstand the years and last a lifetime.
Teapot Maroni-Momiji Ref. M196 0.6 L 94 € Ref. M197 1.1 L 145 €
Teapot Sekitei Ref. M235 0.65 L 98 €
Teapot Hikime Ref. M219 0.6 L 105 € Ref. M220 1 L 175 €
Teapot Natsume Ref. M225 0.6 L 105 € Ref. M226 0.9 L 175 €
Teapot Taira-Nami Ref. M198 0.6 L 94 € Ref. M216 1.2 L 165€
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The transparency of glass
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Glass Pitcher
Nover Teapot
Ref. M183. 1.3 L 59 €
Ref. M174. 0.6 L 26 € Ref. M175. 1.8 L 49 €
Summer Teapot
Morocco Teapot
Double wall teaglass
Ref. M176. 0.8 L 49 €
Ref. M169. 1.2 L 42 €
Ref. N351. 30 cl 9,50 €
Miko Teapot
Glass Pitcher for iced tea
Ref. M172. 1.2 L 42 €
Ref. M179. 1.3 L 59 €
Teapot Hikari
The elegance of porcelain
Ref. M009 / M010 / M011 0.3 L 42 €
Tea cup Hikari Ref. N012 10 cl 9,90 €
Teapot Bancha
Teapot Sencha
Ref. M007. 0.3 L 42 €
Ref. M006. 0.35 L 42 €
Tea cup Bancha
Tea cup Sencha
Ref. N013. 12 cl 9,90 €
Ref. N006. 10 cl 9,90 €
Tea cups Ming Ref. N110-114. 18 cl 19,50 €
Tea cups Qing Ref. N126-130. 10 cl 16,50 €
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Convenient accessories to simplify your life!
Automatic tea maker and kettle Variable temperature kettle Ref. M189D. 1.5 L 79 €
with thermostat and programmable steeping time Ref. M189C. 1.5 L 299 €
Vivons le thé Metal canister Ref. V409. Capacity 100g 7 €
Vivons le thé Mug Ref. N353. 32 cl 9,50 €
Blue Insulated Flask “Vivons le thé” Ref. Q126. 0.5 L 25 €
Red Insulated Flask “Vivons le thé” Ref. Q125. 0.35 L 20€
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for * Théophiles The Théophile calendar Palais des Thés is pleased to offer a 2014 Calendar free with any purchase totaling more than €45 (before shipping and after the Théophile discount). calendrier 2014
Limited Edition Litchi Rose Framboise For purchases totaling more than €95 (before shipping and after the Théophile discount), we are delighted to offer the Litchi Rose Framboise Limited Edition as a special gift: this delicate white tea is blended with exotic, floral, and fruity notes.
*Offers may not be combined and are available exclusively to customers with a Théophile card. To redeem, present your Théophile card between November 1 and December 14, 2013 at any participating Palais des Thés boutique, with your mail order, or online at www.palaisdesthes.com. Available while supplies last.
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