Tea types

The famous Castleton estate produces some of the finest Darjeelings of the summer, which break price records on the market in Calcutta. Its shaped, pointy leaves produce a nut-coloured brew. Castleton is known for its delicious muscatel flavour. Recommended brewing: 95°C 2.5-3.5 min.

A great, all-round good Darjeeling, harvested in the autumn. Recommended brewing: 95°C 3 min.

A mildly spicy blend with honey notes, refreshingly warming. Green and white tea, ginger, apple, raspberry leaves, marigold leaves, lemon myrtle, cardamom and lemon grass. Recommended brewing: 70-80°C 2-3 min.

A fine second flush tea from the traditional Makaibari tea estate in Darjeeling, from India. The infusion is very aromatic and nutty. Recommended brewing: 95°C 2.5-3 min. FI-EKO-201

This famous tea garden, “Silbung” was founded in 1886. The second flush Sinensis leaf contains plenty of top buds granting a spicy, aromatic, soft and floral, copper-coloured infusion. Recommended brewing: 97°C 2-3 min. FI-EKO-201

Tarry and smoky, this is a strong black tea from China. Recommended brewing: 97°C 3-4 min.

A blend delightfully bursting with berry and fruit. A tangy sweet tea made with Goji berries from the slopes of Tibet. Includes: green tea, Goji berries, lemon grass, pomegranate seeds, cornflower petals and natural flavouring. Recommended brewing: 75-80°C 2-3 min.

Ginger pieces and lemon verbena added to the autumnal, green bancha tea. A soft, fruity and refreshing tea with a lower caffeine content. Recommended brewing: 80°C 2-3 min.  FI-EKO-201

This strong and spicy Darjeeling tea grows even at 2360 meters above sea level. The infusion is cloudy, with a coppery tone. Recommended brewing: 95°C 3 min. FI-EKO-201

Carefully processed, beautiful dark leaves with plenty of golden brown bud tips. The brew is of a copper-reddish tone and has a balanced, strong flavour. Recommended brewing: 97°C 3-5 min.

Rose buds and a delicate, slightly sweet white tea combined to give the senses a tantalizing and soothing drink. Recommended brewing: 70-75°C 7min.

This skilfully produced Indian black loose leaf tea with golden bud tips offers the opportunity to enjoy full-bodied Assam tea without the caffeine. A strong, but soft malty aroma with a hint of chocolate. Recommended brewing: 95°C 3-4 min.