Tea Tasting Club - Organic Edition - Summer 2022 ENG

tea tasting club SUMMER 2022 | ORGANIC EDITION

contents PAGE 3 INTRODUCTION

PAGE 5 SUSTAINABILITY

WE’RE SERVING SUMMER

BY THE PITCHER

david’s causes

PAGE 10 TEA TASTING CLUB

PAGE 11 TEA RECIPE

NEXT LEVEL EXCLUSIVITEA

ICED TEA REFRESHER

PAGE 14 TEA MENU

let’s get to the tea PAGE 23 SUMMER ADVENTURES

PAGE 28 TEA 101

THE BEST TEA FOR YOUR SUMMER ACTIVITY

tea types

PAGE 33 ABOUT US

why we do what we do 2

INTRODUCTION

we’re serving summer by the pitcher, naturally Dive into our fresh and fruity organic blends made for reminiscing about your fave summer memories. From freshly picked fruits to lemonade stands, we put together a selection of our top sun-soaked flavours made with only the highest quality natural ingredients.

With love, The DT Family

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20% off ALL LOOSE LEAF TEAS

CODE :

SUMMER22

Offer valid online only at DAVIDsTEA from April 6, 2022 to July 6, 2022 only. Get 20% off regular-priced loose leaf tea only. Must enter code SUMMER22 at checkout in order to receive discount. Cannot be combined with on-going promotions or promo codes.

Offer valid one time only per customer. While supplies last, quantities are limited. Not valid for cash or cash equivalent. Not valid on previous purchases. This offer is subject to changes, alteration or termination by DAVIDsTEA at its sole discretion at any time and without notice.

SUSTAINABILTY

david’s causes

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SUSTAINABILTY

There is no DAVIDsTEA without a healthy planet. Our team’s decisions are fuelled by our desire to make the world a better place. Since we opened our doors in 2008, we’ve been rooted in eco-friendly decisions. Here’s how we’re moving forward and innovating the ways we package, sell and grow tea for our community!

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SUSTAINABILTY

01 it tastes better to sip something responsible As always, we make sure our tea is ETHICAL & SUSTAINABLE Can tea be fair? Yes! Our decision-making is fuelled by our goal to positively impact the tea industry throughout our supply chain.

From tea workers to farmers and their families, we want everyone involved to benefit from safe, fair and equal working conditions. We consciously choose partners to ensure our ingredients check all the flavour boxes and our commitment to ethical sourcing. Through collaborations with the Ethical Tea Partnership and Fair Trade CertifiedTM, we’re able to protect and care for our tea community and the environments in which our tea is produced. →

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SUSTAINABILTY

02 our packaging choices make a difference COMPOSTABLE & REGENERATIVE PACKAGING is our absolute priority Through our current environment-friendly packaging, we aim to lead the tea industry by example. We acknowledge that packaging and shipping can be incredibly wasteful. That’s why we’re working hard to reduce shipping waste thanks to bulk packaging and compostable mailers.

As of January 2022, our Garden to Cup subscription is 100% compostable. And we’re transitioning our tea packaging to compostable whenever possible.

Our emphasis on conscious choices sets us apart and keeps us growing—from plastic-free & biodegradable sachets to recyclable packaging, we’re not stopping there. This year, we’re committed to transitioning our company to a fully recyclable and compostable offering. Expect us to launch more compostable packaging this year!

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SUSTAINABILTY

03 we connect with a community of tea lovers We bring people into the world of tea and CARE FOR OUR COMMUNITY around the globe Our communitea is everything to us and we got your back. Always and forever.

Tea brings people together from all walks of life—different backgrounds, tastes and experiences, we welcome and appreciate everyone. From where we operate to where we source, we promise to continue prioritizing diversity & inclusion, access to opportunity & equal representation, and mental & physical health. We use the connections we make for positive change in our communities and around the world. →

Click here to learn more about our sustainability efforts.

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iced tea refresher Clink, clink, you need a drink!

This fruit-filled bubbly tea is made for celebrations, poolside relaxations and backyard vacations.

Cheers!

TEA RECIPE

TRY WITH OUR TEA PICK

BERRIES

+ dragonfruit aloe HERBAL TEA

MANGOES

+ caribbean crush HERBAL TEA

PEACHES

+ organic blueberry jam BLACK TEA

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TEA RECIPE

INGREDIENTS

2 PERFECT SPOONS OF LOOSE LEAF TEA

1 TSP OF SUGAR OR HONEY

1/2 CUP OF HOT WATER

SPARKLING LEMON WATER

2 TBSP OF FRUIT

ICE

INSTRUCTIONS

1. MEASURE YOUR TEA In your Steeper, add 2 Perfect Spoons of your fave loose leaf iced tea.

2. POUR IN HOT WATER Add 4 oz (1/2 cup) near-boiling water.

3. LET IT STEEP Follow tea’s steeping instructions.

4. MACERATE YOUR FRUIT In a bowl, mix 2 tbsp of your fave fruit + 1 tsp of sugar.

5. PREP YOUR MUG In a 16 oz mug, add 2 tbsp of your macerated fruit then fill with ice until it’s 2/3 of the way up.

6. DISPENSE TEA OVER ICE Rest the Steeper right on top and let the tea pour out from the bottom.

7. TOP OFF WITH SPARKLING LEMON WATER

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TEA MENU

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TEA MENU

White Tea

ORGANIC

nepal white

OUR TASTING NOTES

Hailing from high altitude Nepalese mountains, you’ll be wrapped in a bright and floral aroma tasting of sugar snaps and white flowers.

BEHIND THE TEA

This tea comes from the Shangri-La garden, which means ORGANIC WHITE TEA FROM NEPAL

“a beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection.” That’s exactly what this magical location feels like. Passionate about giving

Medium Caffeine

back to the community, this estate offers financial support and periodic training for farmers. This tea is

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• Bai Hao Yin Zhen • Organic Nepal Black • Organic Zen Pearls

produced in the high mountains to create bold, full-bodied flavours.

The taste is reminiscent of a First Flush Darjeeling, which is made from the earliest spring harvest and is often prized for its uniquely complex flavour.

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TEA MENU

Green Tea

ORGANIC

moroccan mint

OUR TASTING NOTES

With calming peppermint, energizing green tea and sweet spearmint, this fresh and revitalizing blend is the perfect way to unwind after a meal.

GREEN TEA

BEHIND THE TEA

PEPPERMINT SPEARMINT

In Morocco, guests are greeted with a warming cup of green tea, mint leaves, and sugar. This classic gesture is a sign of hospitality as

Medium Caffeine

well as being an amazing digestif!

Inspired by this Moroccan custom, this minty and revitalizing blend

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is the perfect way to unwind after

• Organic Le Digestif

a meal. The gunpowder green tea

• Organic Peppermint

base provides a delicate caffeine

Amour • Headache Halo

boost along with great body and depth while the fresh sweetness of spearmint is complemented by zingy peppermint.

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TEA MENU

Rooibos

ORGANIC

orange you glad

OUR TASTING NOTES

Just like mom’s freshly squeezed orange juice. Mouth-watering orange and zesty grapefruit come together on a green rooibos base for this ORANGE

hydrating blend fit for the finest brunches.

ROOIBOS ROSEHIP

BEHIND THE TEA

Let’s be honest, we love freshly squeezed orange juice! You know Caffeine-free

what else we love? Making flavourful options that have less than 5% of the amount of sugar found in most

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fruit juices. For this one, we wanted

• Organic Earl Grey

a naturally caffeine-free base.

Rooibos

Hydrating and lightly sweet green

• Sunny C

rooibos was the perfect canvas for

• Just Peachy

this zesty blend.

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TEA MENU

Black Tea

ORGANIC

southern lemon

OUR TASTING NOTES

Aren’t you just the ripest lemon on the tree! Dripping in zesty lemon oil, we made a black tea so refreshing and delicious you’ll be drinking it by the pitcher.

LEMON PEEL BLACK TEA

BEHIND THE TEA

This tea was developed to be the perfect base for an “American” style iced tea: to be made in a large

Medium Caffeine

pitcher for sharing and sweetened to your liking. Southern iced tea for southern hospitality at its finest.

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• Organic Lemon Lullaby • Organic Earl Grey • Blood Orange Boost

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TEA MENU

Herbal Tea

ORGANIC

lemon ginger

OUR TASTING NOTES

Sniffles, sore throat, cough. Cold season is never any fun. But when you pair it with this organic combo of lemon and ginger, things start looking up. Bonus: it helps settle your tummy too.

LEMON

BEHIND THE TEA GINGER

After tons of market research and customer requests, we wanted to offer this classic combo our way.

Caffeine-free

We crafted the perfect balance thanks to the supporting role of fennel and licorice to provide a nice

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• Organic Super Ginger • Organic Le Digestif • Organic Chamomile

background and allow the ginger and lemon flavour to shine. It’s loved for its cold-soothing benefits and for providing digestive comfort.

Dreamland

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TEA MENU

Guayusa

ORGANIC

queen of tarts

OUR TASTING NOTES

One cup of this tangy hibiscuspacked blend will have you feeling ready for anything. It might be true love, but the energizing burst of guayusa doesn’t hurt either.

HIBISCUS

BEHIND THE TEA MARIGOLD PETAL

This sweet and tart tea is GUAYUSA

reminiscent of “Agua de Jamaica” (a typical “agua fresca” from Mexico) and Karkade (an Egypt/Sudan

Low Caffeine

hibiscus tea). Loved for its tart and refreshing taste, we originally launched this tea in August 2013.

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• Blood Orange Boost • Hibiscus Splash

The guayusa base provides an always welcomed burst of sustained energy.

• Morning Detox

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TEA MENU

Herbal Tea

ORGANIC

serenity now

OUR TASTING NOTES

What do we want? Serenity! When do we want it? Now! With low-key lavender, serene strawberries and harmonious hibiscus, this oh so soothing blend is a one-way ticket to LAVENDER

your happy place.

BEHIND THE TEA

STRAWBERRY SPEARMINT

When we developed this blend, we wanted to craft a lightly fruity lavender tea. Back then, circa 2014,

Caffeine-free

you could only find very floral, perfumey lavender teas. We wanted something more refreshing to bring

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• Organic Chamomile Dreamland • Headache Halo

us to a place of calm. Strawberries provided that delicate fruity note while hibiscus brought a refreshing touch to this soothing blend.

• Organic Lemon Lullaby

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TEA MENU

Black Tea

ORGANIC

the earl’s garden

OUR TASTING NOTES

There’s nothing more refreshing than a classic Earl Grey tea bursting with strawberries. You’ve gotta try this one iced.

BLACK TEA

BEHIND THE TEA

STRAWBERRY BERGAMOT

Earl Grey is as classic as it gets.

Although we do love a classic, we also like to have fun and experiment.

Balancing citrus and floral notes can

High Caffeine

be a challenge, but we were up for it!

This delicately fruity blend creates an interesting synergy between

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berries and bergamot.

• Organic Earl Grey • Organic Cream of Earl Grey • Strawberry Rhubarb Parfait

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Hibernation? Over.

Garden? Prepped.

Sun? Ready to be soaked.

Your fave summer activities deserve a new fave tea pairing, which is where we come in. We want to make this your best summer yet and let’s face it, tea makes everything better. So, what are you doing this weekend?

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Lay back, get your tan on and enjoy the water. Whether you’re lounging oceanside or heading to the lake, these refreshing iced teas are just what the Beach Boys ordered:

ORGANIC

queen of tarts GUAYUSA

ORGANIC

orange you glad ROOIBOS

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Grab your cutest blanket, pack up the picnic basket and get comfy.

These teas are perfect for pairing with all your go-to snacks:

ORGANIC

southern lemon BLACK TEA

ORGANIC

the earl’s garden BLACK TEA

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Pitch a tent, get a fire going, steep some tea and enjoy what nature has to offer. These blends bring the comforts of home to any location:

ORGANIC

moroccan mint GREEN TEA

ORGANIC

lemon ginger HERBAL TEA

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a s g c n l i o t s t i e s to the AC as possible No one’s judging, sometimes it’s just way too hot outside. Chill out at home with these cooling iced tea:

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nepal white WHITE TEA

ORGANIC

serenity now HERBAL TEA

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TEA 101

tea types

White Tea Ranging between floral, delicate and sweet, white tea is the least processed form of tea and is as close to the living tea bush as you can get.

1-2 PERFECT SPOONS

475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER

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90°C (195°F)

3-5 MIN

TEA 101

Green Tea Celebrated around the world for its many benefits, green tea is a great motivator for healthy living. From grassy, umami and almost buttery to vegetal and nutty-ish, green tea leaves are pan-fired or steamed before being dried to lock in their flavour and green colour.

1-2 PERFECT SPOONS

475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER

JAPANESE GREEN TEA 80°C (175°F)

2-4 MIN

CHINESE & FLAVOURED GREEN TEA 85°C (185°F)

Matcha Matcha powder is made from finely ground green tea leaves and can taste anywhere from grassy to sweet and creamy. That means with every sip, you’re consuming all the benefits of the full leaf.

MATCHA 2-3 MATCHA SPOONS

475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER

SWEETENED MATCHA 5-6 MATCHA SPOONS

MATCHA 75°C (170°F) SWEETENED MATCHA 85°C (185°F)

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TEA 101

Oolong Tea Are they black or are they green? Oolong teas are somewhere in between. The most labour-intensive tea type, these floral, fruity, sweet and toasty teas are repeatedly rolled or twisted to manipulate the degree of oxidation, bringing out all their wonderful complex flavours.

1-2 PERFECT SPOONS

475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER

90°C (195°F)

4-5 MIN

Black Tea A classic choice first thing in the morning or as an afternoon pick-me-up. Flavours range from fruity and floral to rich and malty with subtle hints of honey.

1-2 PERFECT SPOONS

475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER

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95°C (200°F)

3-5 MIN

TEA 101

Pu’erh Tea Used to serve alongside food and as a digestive aid for centuries, pu’erh is a rarity that is sought after by tea collectors. Deep, complex and primarily known for its signature earthiness.

1-2 PERFECT SPOONS

475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER

95°C (200°F)

4-5 MIN

Maté & Guayusa For a lasting, jitter-free boost of energy, these South American herbs contain a unique combination of caffeine and other naturally energizing compounds.

1-2 PERFECT SPOONS

475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER

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95°C (200°F)

3-5 MIN

TEA 101

Rooibos A South African plant known for its hydrating effects, rooibos is loved for its naturally sweet taste and caffeine‑free status.

1-2 PERFECT SPOONS

475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER

95°C (200°F)

4-5 MIN

Herbal Tea Ranging from herbal and aromatic to sweet, floral and fruity, herbal infusions are made using anything from herbs and spices to fruits and nuts.

1-2 PERFECT SPOONS

475 ML (16 OZ) OF WATER

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95°C (200°F)

5+ MIN

ABOUT US

why we do what we do WHO IS DAVIDsTEA?

In a nutshell, we love loose leaf tea. We started as a small family of tea lovers, and our tea love has been growing ever since. We’d even go as far as to say we’re tea-obsessed. For us, it’s all about using the whole tea leaf for full flavour. Sometimes, we’ll even add more full-size ingredients for a tasting experience that goes above and beyond your expectations. From black to herbal to matcha and everything in between, we wake up each and every day wanting to make the best tea in the world.

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A warm and comforting tea can help soothe most ailments, and we hope that these teas make your day brighter and shinier one sip at a time.

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