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Tea
Lets talk Tea....
Infusion & Slice hold its tea selections and quality with the greatest of importance. We believe the tea plays a big part in making this quintessentially English tradition the enjoyable / social event that everyone has got to know and love.
Ever watched tea infuse in a glass teapot? There is something quite harmonious about watching the unfurling tea leaves, colouring the water, slowly allowing its fragrant aromas to fill the air. Tea has a soothing quality; it dials down the pace and grants the gift of calm.
so why not take a look at our current selection of Whittard's loose leaf teas and see what tickles your taste buds..
Loose Leaf Tea Menu
There are thousands of different tea varieties; from the traditional to the exotic, so why not take this opportunity to find what could be your new favourite tea. The following teas are some I have carefully selected form Whittard's, which I believe will compliment your Afternoon Tea package nicely.
Did you know that the water temperature plays a big part in getting the most out of your cup of tea? getting it wrong could be the difference between liking or loathing a certain tea types!
Instructions on the correct water temperature and guidance on brewing times will be included in your afternoon tea package.
Earl Grey Black Tea
tea from China & Ceylon
With its wonderful bergamot citrus flavour and beautiful blue cornflowers this is a classic afternoon tea favourite and goes really well with savoury flavours & sweet afternoon tea treats.
Darjeeling 2nd flush Black Tea
tea from Darjeeling, India
Far lighter than most black teas. A delicate fresh & fruity flavour with a hint of sweetness.
Tastes lovely on its own, without milk & sugar
Ceylon Orange Pekoe Black
tea from Sri Lanka
Don't let the name deceive you, this does not contain any orange flavouring.
This is a classic Sri Lankan whole leaf black tea with a clean, crisp kick, full of flavour. Pairs well with creamy and sweet foods, or a slice of carrot cake.
English Breakfast Black Tea
tea from Indonesia
A smooth, versatile and invigorating loose leaf black tea with a robust malty richness, with a similar strength & taste to full-bodied Assam
A favourite amongst tea lovers, and as its name suggest this is a great breakfast tea. But one that had to be on my list especially when cake is on the menu!
Decaf Breakfast Black Tea
tea from Ceylon
Full bodied Ceylon with the same force of flavour as our classic English Breakfast - simply without the caffeine. Decaffeinated at source using the chemical-free CO2 process.
Rich & full bodied.
Assam TGFOP1 2nd Flush
black tea from Assam, India
Full-bodied, robust, with layered tones of malt and honey.
We'd suggest brewing lightly to appreciate its layered honeyed flavours, but a stronger steeping creates a wonderfully dark, almost treacle-toned cup, perfectly matched with milk.
a great pairing with dark chocolate
Goji Acai Green Tea
tea from China
A bright, fruity and invigorating loose leaf blend inspired by the "superfood" reputation of goji berries, açaí and sencha green tea, with added rosehip, raspberry and hibiscus flowers to highlight that lovely berry brightness.
The goji berries add a distinctive sweetness with a tart aftertaste. Lovely with sandwiches and savoury tarts
Cherry Blossom Green Tea
tea from China
Loose leaf sencha green tea with flavours of sweet, ripe cherries and a sprinkling of pretty pink rose and peony petals
The cherry notes would match nicely with almond cake or a freshly baked Victoria sponge
Sencha Green Tea
tea from China
loose leaf sencha green tea, selected for its strength, subtle sweetness and rich, refreshing taste. A good sencha will have all the dewy freshness of a bright spring morning and a slightly savoury smoothness. a little like steamed green mange-tout, generously coated in melted butter.
perfectly paired with light savoury foods
For anyone who likes it pure!
Gunpowder Green Green tea
tea from China
Tightly rolled pearls of Chinese green tea were mistaken for gunpowder when western traders first encountered them back in the 16th century.
Smooth sweetness with a hint of earthy smokiness
Pairs well with both savoury and sweet foods.
Peppermint Herbal
peppermint from Europe
A cool, clean and refreshing blend of pure peppermint for a soothing loose leaf herbal infusion.
Pairs well with finger sandwiches, chocolate and it’s a super digestif and completely caffeine-free!
Apple & Elderflower
Fruit infusion
A richly rustic loose fruit blend with early autumn apples, hedgerow elderflower and a rustle of rose.
Would compliment a fruit filled scone or fruit tart really well.
Chelsea Garden White tea
tea from China
White Peony tea with rosebuds. Chelsea Garden is a light and elegant brew, while the sweet suggestion of rose and flavours of ripe summer fruits add a delightfully characteristic twist.
A good pairing for cucumber sandwiches & other light flavoured foods, or better still drink alone to appreciate the delicate subtle flavours.
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