Welcome to Engelberg’s old post office! This building has played an important part in the village’s history. And now the Tea Room Engelberg adds a stylish new chapter, making this house a place fully dedicated to the enjoyment of tea – and everything that goes along well with it. We felt that it is never too late to discover this venerable English tradition. So please settle in, let us pamper you, and enjoy. Great to have you here – willkommen!
“You drink your tea to forget about the noise of the world.”
T’EIN YIHENG
It’s Tea Time!
A PLACE TO SIP AND FALL IN LOVE
To say that tea is England’s national drink would be stating the obvious. And yet, the sheer breadth of British tea culture never ceases to amaze. So we have decided to introduce it to you in all this breadth and, er, glory. Whether enjoyed with milk and sugar or not, whether named Earl Grey or White Monkey, whether served for English Breakfast or Afternoon Tea: at The Tea Room Engelberg you will fall in love with tea all over again – wunderbar!
FANCY A CUPPA?
MORNING TEA
Served in the traditional teapot 8.20
CREAM TEA
Afternoon Tea served in the teapot 3 scones, clotted cream & strawberry fruit spread 13.20
BROWN ROCK CANDY STICK
On display in the sugar cruet 1.40 each
AFTERNOON TEA – IT’S A MUST!
Served between 1 and 4:30 p.m., as is the custom Every day at the Tea Room Engelberg, we celebrate this more than 2oo-year-old British tradition. So get ready to marvel at the mouth-watering titbits we will serve you on our stylish étagères – hearty sandwiches, homemade scones, or the finest pastries and confectionery. And enjoy what goes best with such delicacies: one of our choice teas, with or without milk and sugar, or perhaps a glass of sparkling wine? But whatever your selection may be, you will agree with us: one word will do to describe our Afternoon Tea – köstlich!
By the way: along with your teapot, we will gladly serve you a glass of one of the following alcoholic beverages of your choice:
Please book your AFTERNOON TEA 24 hours in advance, so that our delicacies are made fresh just before your arrival. Danke schön!
Tea: A short Encyclopedia
IT‘S
NEVER TOO LATE TO BECOME A SPECIALIST.
ASSAM The world’s largest uninterrupted tea cultivation area is located in northeastern India.
AUTUMNAL Refers to teas harvested in autumn/fall in Assam and Darjeeling. Flowery fragrance.
BROKEN Refers to teas whose leaves have been shredded or crushed between rollers and therefore produce more yield than loose leaf teas.
CAMELLIA SINENSIS Botanical term for the (evergreen) tea shrub, which belongs to the genus Camellia. There are two varieties, to be more precise: Camellia sinensis = Chinese tea, and Camellia assamica = Assam tea (grown in Assam). The two shrubs differ in height, blossoming, fruit and leaf size.
CHINA Home of tea and tea culture, the world’s second-largest tea-producing nation; China produces predominantly green tea, but also black tea and semi-fermented Oolong.
DARJEELING Tea district in the Himalaya foothills of northern India (1000 – 2400 m altitude). Darjeelings are among the very best and priciest teas.
FERMENTATION Oxidation process in tea making during which the tannic acid content is reduced. This process step applies only to black teas and partially fermented Oolongs.
FIRST FLUSH The first harvest after the spring monsoon rains in northern India (March–May). Only the delicate light-green leaf tips are picked.
WHITE TEA Non-fermented tea. Only the leaf buds are picked; dried only in partial shade and not rolled or processed further, therefore an absolutely natural tea.
YELLOW TEA This tea is de-enzymed, i.e., its enzymes are disabled by applying dry heat in order to prevent fermentation during the 6 to 10 -hour storage. The procedure causes the leaves to turn yellowish.
GREEN TEA Non-fermented tea.
BLACK TEA Fermented tea whose leaves turn red during fermentation and then black during drying.
OLOONG Traditional Chinese tea varieyt, semi-fermented tea with an oxidation time between green and black tea.
THEINE Stimulant contained in teas, enhances one’s ability to concentrate and reflexes.
CLASSIFICATIONS OF BLACK TEA.
TIP Refers to the outermost tip of the leaf bud, used in very high-quality teas. The golden yellow bits you can spot in black teas.
ORANGE “Royal”, high-quality tea, named after the Royal House of the Netherlands, Orange/Oranje.
SOUCHONG Tea made from very large leaves growing in the lower section of the shrub. The most coarsely sorted black tea.
BP Broken Pekoe consists of crushed second and third leaves only (used solely for blends).
BOP Broken Orange Pekoe is a high-quality tea with buds and crushed leaves that make the brew more aromatic and give it a reddish hue.
TGBOP Tippy Golden Broken Orange Pekoe. A delicate Broken from Darjeeling and Assam with evenly sorted leaves.
FOP Flowery Orange Pekoe. This grade describes the majority of basic Indian loose leaf teas. Flowery refers to the tender and delicate parts of the blossoming leaves.
GFOP Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe refers to a high-quality tea made from the first leaves and the bud.
TGFOP Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe. The principal grade in Darjeeling and Assam, indicates a high content of fine tea leaves covered with light “fuzz” (also called “tea hair”) that remains even after fermentation and binds the caramelizing cell juice issuing when leaves are rolled.
FTGFOP1 Finest Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe I. Mainly Darjeeling, also Assam. Highest grade, evenly sorted, tippy.
SFTGFOP Special Finest Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe. The very best!
CTC Crushing, Tearing, Curling; the leaves are crushed/torn between rollers for better fermentation. CTC teas, very dark and high in yield, are used for instance as a tea base for chai.
It’s all about Tea!
EARL GREY IMPÉRIAL
from China steep time 3–5 min.
A choice blend of the finest teas (Yunnan & Keemun), scented with pure bergamot oil.
LAPSANG SOUCHONG
from China steep time 3–5 min.
A delicate medium smoked tea, long whole leaves, dried over resin-rich spruce, goes well with salty, spicy dishes, also cheese.
CHAÏ BIO (ORGANIC)
from India steep time 3–8 min. The longer – the stronger!
A classic Indian spiced tea, Assam black tea (CTC) with cinnamon, ginger, cardamom & black pepper. Is typically enjoyed with plenty of milk and sugar.
GRAND YUNNAN SUPÉRIEUR TGFOP
from China steep time 3–5 min.
A top quality tea with plenty of golden tips, full-bodied without being tangy, with finesse and rich in flavor, the mocha among teas.
FIVE O’CLOCK TEA
from Sri Lanka steep time 3–5 min.
A delicious blend of the finest teas from the “Ceylon”, strong brew, a great classic.
ENGLISH BREAKFAST BROKEN BIO
organic steep time 3 min.
A traditional English blend of different organically produced broken black teas. Very strong, rich and dark brew, perfect with a dash of milk, goes well with toast and jam.
BLACK TEA
ASSAM GELAKEY TGBOP
from India steep time 3–5 min.
This time-honored plantation located in the Sibsagar district produces tea that is beyond compare. Plenty of of golden tips. Rich in tannin, without any sharpness or bitterness, yet highly vigorous (very malty).
Can be enjoyed with milk too.
FLEURS D’ORANGER OOLONG
from China steep time 3–5 min.
A semi-fermented tea with orange blossom, subtly scented with orange flavor. Relaxing.
Please feel free to ask us about our other tea specialties.
BLACK TEA | OOLONG
MYSTIQUE BIO
organic from China steep time 3–5 min. A harmonious blend of marigold blossoms, beetroot, orange zest and passionfruit fragrances lends this green tea a well-balanced freshness.
The brew varies, from rich yellow to delicate pink… un thé mystique!
OKAYTI WHITE TEA
from India steep time 5–8 min.
A well-rounded white tea from Darjeeling with an extraordinarily flowery fragrance.
More delicate than a first flush, yet with a clear-cut Darjeeling character.
Suits the tastes of both newcomers and white tea connoisseurs and aficionados.
JASMINE DRAGON PEARLS
from China steep time 5 min.
The king of jasmine teas. The precious blossoms are blended with fresh young tea leaves and rolled into small pellets (pearls). One-of-a-kind jasmine taste!
WHITE MONKEY
from China steep time 5 min.
A green tea from the Tai-Mu mountains. Lightly rolled green leaves with plenty of white tips. A delicate, yet aromatic tea.
SENCHA FUJI BIO
organic from Japan steep time 5 min.
A green tea for connoisseurs, grown in the region next to Mount Fuji. A delicate taste and a great aroma are its distinguishing features.
WHITE TEA | GREEN TEA
SYMPHONIE DE FRUITS
from Europe steep time 3–8 min.
A harmonious symphony of hibiscus blossoms, apple bits, rosehip & orange zest, cornflower blossoms & marigold, refined with mango and tropical fruit flavors.
ROOIBOS LYNN
from South Africa steep time 3–5 min.
Rooibos with pear bits, raisins, dates, rosehip, mallow blossoms, lemongrass, with a sweet and fruity aroma. 1oo% caffeine-free, contains natural vitamin C.
Our tea suggestion: BOUQUET ROYAL
from Europe steep time 5–8 min.
A very special fruit composition: papaya, raisins, elderberries, black and red currants, strawberries and raspberries.
GINGER LEMON BIO
organic steep time 5–8 min.
An interesting organic blend of fresh lemongrass and spicy ginger bits.
Warms you up when enjoyed hot in winter. Cools you down when enjoyed chilled in summer.
Please feel free to ask us about our other tea specialties.
FRUIT INFUSIONS
“MEDINA” THÉ VERT À LA MENTHE
from China & Morocco steep time 5 min. Chinese green tea (Gunpowder), blended with Moroccan Nanah mint, very popular in North Africa.
VERVEINE BIO
organic from Uruguay or Europe steep time 3–5 min.
Verbena, strong, aromatic brew, relaxes and strengthens the heart. The ideal drink whenever you feel stressed out.
CAMOMILE BIO
organic steep time 5–8 min. This fragrant herb is known for its antiinflammatory and soothing properties. Perfect to conclude a beautiful evening with.
Tea specialties suggested by “L'art du thé”, Lucerne
The Menu
Breakfast
EARLY BIRD BREAKFAST
Orange juice, 1 croissant, 1 roll, fruit spread, butter, coffee or tea
Orange juice, 1 croissant, 2 rolls, 2 portions fruit spread, 2 portions butter, air-dried ham, cheese, fruit, coffee or tea
THE EARLY BIRD CATCHES THE BEST FOOD. We serve breakfast until 11 : 30 a.m.
smoked salmon, 3 slices of toast, butter, horseradish
The English Way
THE BREAKFAST OF CHAMPIONS
In order to learn what a real breakfast is (and we mean real), simply travel across the Channel. Because in the U.K. or Ireland, you will find out that breakfast not only constitutes a full meal, it is so rich that it may well make the next one pointless. This, incidentally, is also the idea behind the English Breakfast at The Tea Room Engelberg. That said, should your appetite return around lunchtime anyway, please feel free to browse our “Lunchtime” pages further back. We are convinced you will find something there – lecker!
ENGLISH BREAKFAST
Orange juice, cornflakes, 2 sausage links, 2 eggs sunny side up, ½ grilled tomato, baked mushrooms, 2 slices grilled bacon, white beans, small rösti (fried grated potatoes), 2 slices of black pudding, toast, coffee or tea
34.50
Lunchtime
CORNISH PASTY
Pastry pocket filled with potatoes, root vegetables, onions and ground beef (served hot) 8.10
ENGLISH PIE (VEGI)
filled with finest ratatouille, mozzarella & basil
filled with tender chicken and pineapple pepperoni, onions, carrots, coconut milk & potatoes
BAKER’S TARTE FLAMBÉE
made with crispy-smooth paillasse dough
CLASSIC with crème fraîche, bacon, onion and cheese
VEGGIE with crème fraîche, onion, leek and chili peppers and cheese
14.—
fresh daily at the counter 4.80 / 5.30
PAIN PAILLASSE topped and browned 9.20
HAWAII with ham, pineapple, Unterwalden raclette cheese, tartar sauce and paprika
PICCANTE with chicken, Unterwalden raclette cheese, hot curry sauce, corn & chili
VEGGIE We will gladly inform you about the current offer.
LETTUCE SALAD as a side dish 4.—
SALADS
Please have a look at our sumptuous salad counter, made fresh every day.
We serve snacks: Mon–Fri from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat & Sun until 4:30 p.m.
Please have a look at our other delicacies at the counter. Also, feel free to ask our staff for recommendations.
Beverages
GREAT TO HAVE YOU!
Any questions or suggestions? Our staff would be happy to hear them!
Brewed with yesterday's fresh bread. This light, filtered, top-fermented beer makes a convincing, bold statement thanks to its dominant Belgian strong beer hops. This tasty beer is brewed by the Genossenschaft Keimling cooperative in Dallenwil using unsold bread from Christen Beck.
3.3 dl 6.
SPECIAL BEERS
Genossenschaft Keimling,Dallenwil
Hot Stuff
Our coffee specialties are prepared using only the finest coffee varieties from “Roastery Engelberg”.
BABY, IT’S COLD OUTSIDE.
Special Blend
THERE’S NOTHING SWEETER THAN A CUP OF BITTER COFFEE.
COLD BREWED COFFEE
Roasted and brewed by “Roastery Engelberg”. This coffee initially steeps in cold water, which lends it its special aroma and makes it easily digestible while providing that extra caffeine kick.
5.40
ROASTERY ENGELBERG
Situated at 1025m, this family owned company is dedicated to the high art of roasting the finest quality coffee. Introduced to the world of coffee by their father at a young age, siblings Oscar and Sophia founded the roastery and coffee shop in January 2015 and have since filled the streets of Engelberg with the smell of fresh roasted coffee.
Happy Hour
PERRIER BRUT ROSÉ 15.— 99.— LAURENT PERRIER GRAND SIÈCLE 180.—
Alain Pélichet, Fechy VD
Borgo San Daniele, Friaul IT
Patrick Adank, Fläsche GR
Robin Garzoli, Maggia TI
Thierry
GIN TONIC
Ginning me Softly
A ROYAL DELIGHT!
From French “genévrier” (juniper)
Juniper, coriander, a hint of citrus fruit, a pepper finish – one sip of gin can truly ignite your taste buds. No wonder, the Queen Mum reached the ripe old age of 101 – she indulged in a glass of gin every day!
Hendrick's, lemon juice, Cider & Ginger Beer
OUR SOURCES
MEAT Metzgerei Stutzer & Flüeler, Stans/Kerns
All meat is Swiss.
DAIRY PRODUCTS Chäs im Kloster, Engelberg
We source all our ingredients locally, where available. And, following our motto, “Only the finest will do”, all our products are prepared fresh daily for you in Buochs/Stansstad with a great deal of passion and care.
DO YOU HAVE ALLERGIES? For information on ingredients, allergies or others cause undesirable reactions, please contact us to our staff.
