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Black
Tea-
We have a selection of teas from various countries and include a
selection of estate teas, flavoured, organic and decaffeinated.
To make black tea the leaves are spread out to wilt in the sun After
loosing some of its moisture the leaves are rolled usually by hand
then placed in a cool place for a number of hours where the oxidation
process takes place. The leaves are then fired to dry them out and
stop any more oxidation from occurring. This process usually creates
a tea that is full bodied and has the most caffeine.
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White
Tea-These
are very rare teas and not widely available. The teas are picked before
the buds have opened and will also include the first 2 leaves. They
are then quickly sun or steamed dried so only a minimal amount of
oxidation occurs. This tea usually has the least amount of caffeine
and is very delicate. You usually need to let it steeps for 5 or more
minutes and never pour boiling water over the leaves they will harm
the leaves affecting the taste.
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Oolong
Tea-The process here is once the
leaves are picked they are rolled by hand or shaken around in baskets
this brings out the essential oils that begin to react with the air
and oxidize. Once the desired level of oxidation is reached the leaves
are heated to seal in the flavour. The level of oxidation varies from
15%-70% depending on the leaf. The longer the fermentation process
the darker and more full bodied the tea. (see
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Herb
and Fruit Tea-
These are blends of dried fruits, flowers, herbs and natural flavours.
Sugar is not added to these teas and they have a naturally sweet taste.
These teas can be made both hot and cold and have a variety of different
tastes. All the ingredients once rehydrated in the water are then
edible. (see
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Herbal
Tea-
These teas differ than decaffeinated teas in that they never had caffeine
to begin with. We carry an assortment of familiar ones as well as
a selection of unusual blends and flavours. (see
more)
Decaf Teas - Your favorite teas, just decaffeinated.
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Green
Tea- Unlike black teas the leaves once picked are quickly dried
by pan firing or steaming or baking. This process prevents the oxidation
of the leaf giving it its green colour. Green teas also have less
caffeine than black teas.(see
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