Tea & Food Pairing

TEA& FOOD PERFECT

PAIRINGS

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Dilmah

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Tea can be served as a palate cleanser between dishes or between mouthfuls of a dish; it can be a flavour bridge from one course to the next.

It refreshes and readies the palate for the next course or bite.

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SIX PROMINENT TASTES / CONSTITUENTS To the uninitiated, it can seem complex to pair tea and food, and there seems to be so much to learn.

In reality there are simple rules of logic that you can use to achieve the pairing.

Whenever you’re preparing a recipe or choosing a dish, think of its main ingredients and choose your tea based on them. The idea is to complement or contrast the tastes found in tea / food.

Here’s a structured method to pair tea with food;

COMPONENTS: You might pair a sweet dish with a sweetened tea or seek to contrast the sweetness with a tea that has bitter elements.

FLAVOUR: Imagine a fruity tea that works to contrast and highlight the herbal flavours in a dish.

TEXTURES: What would you pair with a creamy cheese? A tea that has some astringency that will ‘cut through’ and reduce the richness of the cheese, so that you want to take another morsel of the cheese – somewhat like how wine interacts with cheese.

SENSATIONS: If your dish features chilli, perhaps you might opt for a tea that is rich as the tea can handle the piquant sensation and will not be overcome.

TEMPERATURE: You can get playful with temperature contrasts – for example, serve a hot tea with a cold dessert; serve an iced tea with a warm salad and so on.

BODY: Increase or add body to your tea with milk or honey and perhaps it might just stand up to heavy foods such as stews.

Some of the best pairings occur when you have a complement or contrast of 2 - 3 constituents.

Pairing (complement or contrast) for 1 constituent = acceptable match Pairing (complement or contrast) for 2 constituents = good match Pairing (complement or contrast) for 3 constituents = excellent match

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PAIRINGS OF VARIOUS CONSTITUENTS Here are some examples:

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Nuwara Eliya Pekoe (high grown tea) + Chocolate Cake Component Match: Bitter tea and bitter chocolate Component Contrast: Sweet cake contrast with bitterness of tea Textural Contrast: Fine tannins with rich cake

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Ceylon Souchong + Smoked Salmon Strong Flavours mirrored: Smoky tea and smoky, fishy dish Textural contrast: Cleansing astringency cuts through fish oil

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Yata Watte (low grown) + Roast Lamb Textural Pairing: Drying puckering sensation of astringency with protein / fat of meat Component Match: Bitterness of tea with bitterness of seared meat (Maillard reaction)

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Galle District Tea + Häagen-Dazs Strawberry Ice Cream Temperature Contrast: Hot and cold Component Contrast : Light, bitter tea and sweet ice cream Flavour Contrast: Honey nuanced tea and strawberry Textural Match : Rich, round tea and creamy dessert with strawberry chunks

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Sencha Green + Red Velvet Cheesecake Body: Light bodied tea with a creamy, heavy cake Texture: Clean tasting green tea with cheese Component: Sweet savoury sour cake, unsweetened tea Temperature Contrast: Hot tea, cold cake

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Earl Grey + Thai Green Curry Sensations: Rich, tea and chilli piquant curry Flavours: Aromatic tea and herb-aromatic dish Textural Contrast: Astringent tea cuts through rich coconut cream Temperature Match: Hot tea and hot dish, or use iced tea for contrast

COOKING TECHNIQUE CAN INFLUENCE PAIRING Depending on how food is prepared, you can influence its taste, texture, body and flavour so that you can find a suitable pairing with the tea you have chosen.

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Steaming

Delicate and helps food retain freshness, flavour and texture.

Poaching

Gentle simmer, for a delicate dish regardless of flavourings.

Boiling

Does not add flavour but develops food textures.

Stir-frying

The delicate and light flavour of food is preserved.

Deep-frying

Well executed, the dish will not be oily or soggy but quite light.

Braising / Stewing

The flavours of the food are intensified.

Grilling

Intense smoky flavours from grilling.

Roasting

Flavours are intensified, concentrated and slightly caramalised, especially when there is a crusty surface.

Do not be afraid to venture pairings and explore possibilities.

Pairing relies greatly on an individual’s palate in an exploration of the natural interplay between food and tea.

“In the end, goodness is for the mouth to decide,” wrote Lu Yu in the Cha l’ Ching, the classic “Book of Tea,” 789 AD.

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ESSENTIAL SERVING GUIDE - FOR DILMAH TEA SERVICE

DILMAH PREMIUM Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

Brewing Time

Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

All Day

Best taken straight with a touch of sugar

"Breakfast, Praline Cake, Steak, Rich Fatty Meats, Desserts, Bananas"

All Day

Best taken straight with a touch of sugar

Chocolate Cake, Butter Cake

DILMAH PREMIUM TEA SELECTION PREMIUM CEYLON SINGLE ORIGIN- richness, flavour, strength and aroma

CEYLON GOLD -fresh aroma,natural, delicious taste

3-5 mins 3-5 mins

Pure Ceylon

GREEN TEA Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

Brewing Time

Finely balanced richness, flavour,strength & aroma for the perfect cup of tea

"Celebrating the true value of this noble herb, its natural goodness, fresh aroma, delicious taste and premium quality. A drop of liquid gold that adds that extra spark of life, goodness and freshness."

PURE CEYLON GREEN TEA Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

PURE CEYLON GREEN TEA SELECTION PURE CEYLON GREEN TEA - bright, mildly astringent and very refreshing

PURE CEYLON GREEN TEA WITH JASMINE - traditional, natural jasmine flavour

PURE CEYLON GREEN TEA WITH MOROCCAN MINT flavours of peppermint and spearmint PURE CEYLON GREEN TEA WITH CHAMOMILE FLOWERS - mild green tea, gentle

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2-3 mins

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

A bright, pure Ceylon green tea, mildly astringent and very refreshing; with fresh herb notes complementing a refined and elegant green tea.

A bright Ceylon Tea in an aromatic fusion with the flavour of natural jasmine. Jasmine has a sensual and calm fragrance, which is delicious in subtle combination with Ceylon Green tea.

Gentle and floral with subtle sweetness from the Jasmine and a fresh, sensual finish.

A bright Ceylon Green Tea in a sparkling combination with mint and spearmint leaves. Deliciously minty, with a refreshing fragrance and enticing natural flavours of peppermint and spearmint.

A bright Ceylon Green Tea with natural Chamomile. The combination offers a beautiful fragrance of spring and an elegant taste, with notes of apple and a delicate floral finish.

During and after meals to aid digestion

Best taken straight

Brie Cheese

All Day, after meals to aid digestion

Best taken straight

Steamed Fish, Rice, Salad

All Day, after meals

Best taken straight

Chocolate and Chocolate Desserts, Mint Flavoured Dishes

Best taken straight

Apple Pie, Salads, BBQ, Roast Turkey, Nuts, Mint Ice Cream

All Day, after meals to aid digestion

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PURE CEYLON GREEN TEA WITH CARDAMOM - spiced with cardamom, alluring

PURE CEYLON GREEN TEA WITH CEYLON CINNAMON lightly spiced

PURE CEYLON GREEN TEA WITH LEMONGRASS - finely balanced, mild and calming

PURE CEYLON GREEN TEA WITH GINGER - sharp and spicy character of natural ginger

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

A bright Ceylon Green Tea with Sri Lankan cardamom, offering a complex fragrance and a mildly spicy flavour with notes of fresh herbs, mint and eucalyptus. Deliciously different.

A bright Ceylon Green Tea in a fragrant combination with true Ceylon Cinnamon. Piquant, with the fresh herb notes in Ceylon Green Tea gently extended by the characteristic woody sweetness of genuine cinnamon.

A bright Ceylon Green Tea with the inspiring fragrance and flavour of natural lemongrass. Gentle and aromatic with notes of citrus and fresh herbs, producing a wonderfully pleasing finish.

A bright Ceylon tea in a spicy marriage with natural ginger. A delicious combination with the lightly piquant warmth of ginger and the fresh, herbal note in the Green Tea producing a refreshing and complex finish.

All Day, after meals During and after meals to aid digestion All Day, after meals to aid digestion

All Day, after meals

Best taken straight

Best taken straight

Best taken straight

Thai Cuisine

Best taken straight

Orange Dark Chocolate

NATURAL GREEN TEA Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

Brewing Time

NATURAL GREEN TEA SELECTION PURE GREEN TEA - light, slightly smoky brew

JASMINE GREEN TEA - mild, traditional & natural

GREEN TEA MOROCCAN MINT - soft & gentle

SENCHA GREEN TEA - mild, delightful

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2-3mins

2-3mins

2-3mins 2-3mins

Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

Pale infusion yielding a light, slightly smoky brew. Pure green tea from China with hints of herb, a touch of spice and a pleasingly mild finish.

A mild green tea with the traditional, natural Jasmine flavour. The perfume of Jasmine is added using petals of Jasmine, a process several thousand years old. Uplifting & aromatic.

The soft gentle taste of Natural Green Tea is married with the sparkle of pure peppermint leaves. Moroccans welcome guests with this drink.

Japanese style green tea - A mild tea, with delightful tone & gentle character

During and after meals to aid digestion

Best taken straight

Brie Cheese

All Day, after meals to aid digestion

Best taken straight

All Day, after meals

Steamed Fish, Rice, Salad, African Piri Piri Grilled Chicken, Pistachio herb crusted Lamb cutlets served with mint yoghurt sauce

Best taken straight

All Day, after meals

Best taken straight

Chocolate and Chocolate Desserts, Mint Flavoured Dishes

Delicate Green and Creamy Salads, Seafood, Sushi, White Chocolate, Pistachio

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GREEN TEA WITH LEMONGRASS & LEMON spritely and aromatic TRADITIONAL OOLONG - Medium bodied, earthy notes SPRINGTIME FRAGRANT OOLONG - delicate floral, subtle flavour PU ERH TEA DYNASTY rich, dark brown, woody aroma

2-3mins

2-3mins 2-3mins

2-3mins

A spritely and aromatic green tea deliciously scented with Lemon. The mellow green tea partners perfectly with a zesty lemon fragrance to produce a graceful tea with an energetic lemon finish.

Medium bodied with an earthy note that is typical of dark oolong tea.

An aristocratic Oolong tea with a delicate floral aroma and subtle flavour.

A gentle tea with a delightfully clean and fragrant finish.

Producing a rich, dark brown infusion with a woody aroma, this post fermented green tea has a bold and aggressive taste with a prominent earthy character.

All Day, after meals to aid digestion

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Best taken straight

DECAFFIENATED TEA SELECTION Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

Brewing Time

Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

DECAFFIENATED TEA SELECTION

DECAFFEINATED TEA

3-5mins

Dilmah tea is decaffeinated to a maximum of 0.4% caffeine level using the widely accepted ethyl acetate solvent based extraction method.

Night

Best taken straight

DILMAH SINGLE REGION TEA SELECTION Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

Brewing Time

Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

DILMAH SINGLE REGION TEA SELECTION 3-5 mins

Hand-picked and artisanally made in the Maskeliya region of

Morning / with meals

EARL GREY - sweet, floral bergamot flavour

3-5 mins

Hand-picked and artisanally made in the Ratnapura region of Sri Lanka.

Strong and fragrant, infused with bergamot.

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

All Day

Lemon, Honey

ENGLISH BREAKFAST strong, full-bodied tea

3-5 mins

CEYLON SUPREME -living character and aroma

ENGLISH AFTERNOON - medium-strength, delightful bouquet

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3-5 mins

Hand-picked and artisanally made in the Dimbula region of Sri Lanka which is renowned for strong and full-bodied tea.

Hand-picked and artisanally made in the Bogawantalawa region of Sri Lanka.

Bright, with medium strength and delightful bouquet.

All Day Midday / Afternoon

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey Best taken straight

Red Meats, Mexican Food, Spicy Food, Hamburger, Chocolate

Green Curry, Samosas, Curry Puffs, Spicy Meat, Dark Chocolate, Crème Brûlée,Kung Pao Chicken

Breakfast, Praline Cake, Steak, Rich Fatty Meats, Desserts, Bananas

Light Sandwich, Black Truffle Pasta or Truffle Mushroom Paste on Toast, Light Cake, White Chocolate, Duck

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IRISH BREAKFAST - colour, extra strength

DARJEELING - floral, citrus and fruit

3-5 mins

Deep colour, extra strength.

3-5 mins

One of the world’s finest teas, Darjeeling Single Region Tea produces is refined and complex, with floral, citrus and fruit notes intermingling with mild sweetness in a beautiful amber liquid.

Perfect at Breakfast Afternoon tea

Lemon, honey

Best taken straight, honey, lemon

Light Sandwich, Black Truffle Pasta or Truffle Mushroom Paste on Toast, Light Cake, White Chocolate, Duck

Light Sandwich, Black Truffle Pasta or Truffle Mushroom Paste on Toast, Light Cake, White Chocolate, Duck

DILMAH FUN TEAS Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

Brewing Time

Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

DILMAH FUN TEA SELECTION APPLE - fruity aroma, gentle APPLE, CINNAMON and VANILLA - spicy, tangy and sweet notes with a wonderful aroma BLACKCURRANT - forest berry

BLUEBERRY and VANILLA - softly sweet tango of flavours

BLUEBERRY - Sweet and softly aromatic CARAMEL - strong toffee note with a gently sweet finish LEMON -Delicately scented with lemon flavour LEMON and LIME - an invigorating and cleansing brew

3-5 mins 3-5 mins 3-5 mins

3-5 mins 3-5 mins 3-5 mins 3-5 mins 3-5 mins

LYCHEE - an elegant and exotic Asian fruit

3-5 mins

PEAR and ORANGE - Sweet orange flavour

3-5 mins

MINT - an invigorating and refreshing tea

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3-5 mins

A fragrant tea with the slightly sweet and sharp yet gentle flavour of red apple. A lively and aromatic tea.

The gentle sweetness of ripe strawberry with a lightly tangy note produces a mild and fragrant tea. A delightful, refine, fragrant and delicious tea.

The lightly tart, tangy and yet sweet Berry flavour of Blackcurrant beautifully combines with a Ceylon Single Region tea to offer an aromatic and pleasing tea.

The soft and elusive flavour of Blueberry – sweet yet tangy, sour yet fruity - elegantly combines with a touch of creamy vanilla to produce a beautifully balanced, aromatic and gentle tea.

An inviting, woody and slightly tart raspberry flavour with characteristic sweet sour taste. Aromatic and pleasing.

An aromatic tea with a touch of toffee.

Deliciously indulgent, this is a pleasant, medium bodied tea with a rich taste profile.

A juicy lemon note with a touch of sweetness yields a mildly tangy and fragrant tea.

The zesty flavour of lemon with a tangy, slightly sweet taste is beautifully fused with the mildly sour but refined flavour of tropical lime. A reviving tea.

The soft sweetness of the regal lychee fruit with its aromatic and succulent nature, is delicious in its marriage with a Ceylon high grown tea.

A juicy, sweet orange flavour finely balanced with the mild flavour of pear. A gentle tea with a hint of sweetness and an elegant, fruity aroma.

A sparkling, slightly chocolaty mint with a delightfully cool nature. A sharp and lively tea with an appealing aroma and a lingering, minty finish.

Morning / Afternoon

Best taken straight

Morning / Afternoon

Best taken straight

Morning / Afternoon

Best taken straight

Morning / Afternoon

Best taken straight

All day

A touch of white sugar or honey to sweeten, or even taken iced

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

All day

Best taken straight, can be enjoyed hot or iced

All day

Best taken straight

Evening

Best taken straight

Morning / Afternoon

Best taken straight

All day and after meals to aid digestion

Best taken straight, suitable also taken iced with a twist of orange

Roast Turkey with Stuffing and Cranberry Sauce

Fruit Cake and Sweet Pastry Spaghetti alle Vongole, Fig tart, French Lavender creme brulee

Tandoori Fish Tikka Kebab,Cous cous with grilled lemon chicken

Chocolate and Chocolate Desserts, Mint Flavoured Dishes, Genoa Angel Hair Pasta with Basil Pesto, Fruit salad (strawberry, kiwi, mango, currants, orange, orange liqueur, vanilla, sugar etc) and whipped cream

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PASSION FRUIT, POMEGRANATE and HONEYSUCKLE - a sophisticated tea with floral, fruity notes PEACH - gentle taste, elegant fruit GINGER and HONEY fragrant, slightly sweet and spicy

3-5 mins 3-5 mins

3-5 mins

RASPBERRY - woody character of forest berries

3-5 mins

STRAWBERRY - mild, gentle and fragrant

3-5 mins

VANILLA - light, good colour and medium-strength

MANGO and STRAWBERRY a gently aromatic tea with a complex and elegant nature

3-5 mins 3-5 mins

A sophisticated tea with floral, fruity notes, fusing the tanginess of passion fruit, tartness of pomegranate and the floral, sweet flavour of honeysuckle. An aromatic and lively tea.

Afternoon / Evening

An aromatic combination with a prominent honey note tempered with spicy ginger. Fragrant, slightly sweet and spicy. A lively tea.

All day

Best taken straight

All day

Best taken straight

All day

Best taken straight

Juicy, with a sweet and tangy peach flavour, a balanced and lively tea.

An inviting, woody and slightly tart raspberry flavour with characteristic sweet sour taste. Aromatic and pleasing.

The gentle sweetness of ripe strawberry with a lightly tangy note produces a mild and fragrant tea. A delightful, refine, fragrant and delicious tea.

An elegant tea with the high grown Ceylon Single Region tea in perfect harmony with a light, creamy and fragrant vanilla flavour.

The marriage of tropical mango with ripe strawberry produces a gently aromatic tea with a complex and elegant nature. A calming and relaxing tea.

All day

Best taken straight Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

All day

Best taken straight

Cantonese Sweet & Sour Pork

Sweet Cakes and Pastries, Australian Pavlova with fruits

Cheddar Cheese, Marzipan Cake, Scones,American Midsummer Apricot Puff Pastry Tart (with sprinkling of almond or pistachio) , Douhua (tofu far) Dessert

Sweet Cakes and Pastries

DILMAH ORGANIC SELECTION Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

Brewing Time

Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

DILMAH ORGANIC SELECTION ORGANIC GREEN TEA WITH MINT- gentle, minty and bright

ORGANIC GREEN TEA WITH GINGER - mildly spicy ginger

ORGANIC CEYLON SPICE CHAI- natural spices

ORGANIC BERRY EXPLOSION - natural berries

ORGANIC FRUITY MINTY DELICIOUS - a fruity, minty natural infusion

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2-3 mins

2-3 mins 3-5 mins

3 - 5mins

3-5 mins

A gentle and minty tea, combining a light and bright organic green tea with natural mint leaves. The fusion of mint and tea is refreshing and delicate, best enjoyed pure and natural.

All day, after meals

Best taken straight

A beautiful combination of a lightly piquant ginger root with a gentle organic green tea. The mildly spicy ginger evolves into a delicious and palate-cleansing brew that is best enjoyed pure and natural.

Cheese crêpes with sprinkling of chocolate powder and cream sauce

All day, after meals

Best taken straight

Gyoza dipped in apple cider and ginger purée

A deliciously fruity burst of natural berries in a fusion of natural Strawberry, Blueberry and Pomegranate. The profusion of fruit evolves into a light citrus note and leaves the palate cleansed and perfumed with a lingering sweetness.

Morning / Afternoon

Warm dairy milk or condensed milk

Four cheese pizza with black olives

Afternoon / Evening

A gentle chai, combining tea and natural Ceylon Spices in a complex and piquant natural chai of tea, cinnamon, ginger, clove and pepper.

A gentle fusion of fruit and herbs that brews a peachy, minty, and natural infusion. Although mild and light, the combination is delicious and leaves the palate refreshed and fragrant.

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Best taken straight

Mussels in green chilli (lime juice, rice wine, green chilli paste, onions, yoghurty coconut cream)

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ORGANIC NOBLE EARL GREY - natural bergamot, fragrant and rich

ORGANIC ENGLISH BREAKFAST - rich and full bodied ORGANIC PURE GREENLight & bright

3-5 mins 3-5 mins 2-3 mins

Deliciously rich and full-bodied Ceylon Tea gently infused with natural bergamot to produce a fragrant and rich Ceylon Earl Grey Tea. Rich and full-bodied organic Ceylon Tea brews a great start to the day. This is a bright and intense gourmet black tea.

Light and bright with herbal notes, a gentle organic green tea that can be enjoyed at any time of the day.

Infusions

Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

Brewing Time

All day

All day All day

Best taken straight Pure and natural or with milk, or fresh mint leaves, fresh ginger, honey, and a twist of lemon

Fruit salad with spinach, hazelnuts, feta dressed with sweet orange juice dressing Scottish Tea Cake, Marzipan

Best taken straight

DILMAH INFUSIONS Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

DILMAH INFUSIONS

GREEN ROOIBOS GINGER & PEPPERMINT - sparkling mint, lightly spicy

GREEN ROOIBOS WITH LEMONGRASS AND SPEARMINT - softly citrus, mildly minty GREEN ROOIBOS WITH CARDAMOM, GINGER AND ORANGE fruity, orange, hint of spice TANGERINE, ROSE & GRAPEFRUIT NATURAL INFUSION - fruity, sweet and sour BERGAMOT ORANGE, PEPPERMINT AND LEMON NATURAL INFUSION - floral, herbal, minty fruitiness RED ROOIBOS WITH TURMERIC, GINGER ROOT, CHOCOLATE AND ALMOND - delicious, rich, mild sweetness GREEN ROOIBOS WITH COCONUT & MANGO tropical fruit, nutty ROOIBOS WITH CEYLON TURMERIC, CINNAMON, GINGER & NUTMEG - aromatic and rich fusion of spice

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3-5 mins 3-5 mins 3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins 3-5 mins

A sweet, minty fragrance and bright amber liquor introduce a deliciously refreshing natural infusion. The lightly nutty flavour of Rooibos is elegantly extended by a fresh, sparkling mint and next a spicy, ginger note. A gingery finish with highlights of mint linger pleasurably.

With the fragrance of springtime, and an inviting amber liquor, this is a fresh and delightfully refreshing infusion. Lemon, herbs and mint enliven the palate and leave a lingering herbaceous finish.

Orange and grapefruit aromas and a bright and inviting amber liquor lead to a delicious infusion with the sweetness of cardamom and orange, grapefruit notes and the gentle embrace of ginger.

A deep red liquor with the fresh fragrance of grapefruit and lemon unveils an explosion of berry flavours and a refreshing finish with light rose and citrus notes.

Sweet citrus and mint aromas are the prelude to this gentle infusion that hides a sparkling surprise. Orange and Lemon dominate, yielding to a sparkling mintiness that leaves the palate cool and deliciously refreshed.

A rich fragrance, heavy with chocolate introduces this delicious fusion of natural flavours. Almond first, then chocolate and a mildly piquant ginger root to complete the sensational infusion.

An inviting fragrance of ripe tropical mango and a bright amber liquor offer a delicate, fruity infusion, with a lingering sweetness and hint of coconut in the finish.

An enticing aroma and a dark amber liquor lead to a complex infusion, with herb and caramel notes yielding to mild pepper, spice and a gingery finish.

All Day

Best taken straight

Cold smoked salmon with French mustard on saltine crackers

All Day

Best taken straight

Salad of white asparagus and dili in fresh cream

Best taken straight

Pate and pesto on French baguette

All Day

All Day

Best taken straight

All Day

Best taken straight

Fruit Cake and Sweet Pastry

All Day

Best taken straight

Honey Baked Ham Sandwich, Black Forest cake

All Day

Best taken straight

All Day

Best taken straight

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PURE CAMOMILE FLOWERS - Light, delicate and golden

3-5 mins

PURE PEPPERMINT LEAVES - Light and sharp minty

3-5 mins

NATURALLY SPICY BERRYfruity and spicy

NATURALLY ZESTY LEMONsharp and tangy

ROSEHIP & HIBISCUS - rose, red liquor

LIQUORICE LEMONGRASS & SPEARMINT - Balanced, refreshing, tangy lemon

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

Inspiringly light, delicate and golden, chamomile flowers are gentle and aromatic. The clear infusion is tinged with a fruity note to offer a sophisticated infusion.

Invigorating, rounded with a gentleness that leaves the palate refreshed and clean. Light, with a sharp minty character and an olive green liquor.

Pure and natural infusion with a complex, fruity taste balanced with a touch of spice. Tangy Raspberry or Orange smoothened by Strawberry and Cinnamon notes, making a sophisticated infusion. A wonderful afternoon beverage, taken hot or iced.

Pure and natural infusion with a prominent Lemon character embraced by the characteristic ‘warmth’ of Ginger.

Balanced and refreshing, with the sharp, tangy lemon note appealingly grounded in a ginger base.

A tart, penetrating infusion; its rose red liquor revealing an invigorating beverage. The Hibiscus tempers the sharpness of Rosehip giving it a slight softness.

Pure and natural infusion with a prominent Lemon character embraced by the characteristic ‘warmth’ of Ginger.

Balanced and refreshing, with the sharp, tangy lemon note appealingly grounded in a ginger base.

All Day

All Day

All Day

Best taken straight

Best taken straight

Apple Pie, Salads, BBQ, Roast Turkey, Nuts, Mint Ice Cream

Chocolate Brownies, Chocolate Cake, Dark Chocolate, Vanilla Desserts

Best taken straight

All Day

Best taken straight

All Day

Touch of honey or iced with sugar

All Day

Best taken straight

DILMAH EXCEPTIONAL Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

Brewing Time

Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

Black tea

PERFECT CEYLON - a perfectly balanced tea

VALLEY OF KINGS CEYLON PEKOE -bright, full-body

MAHARAJA RESERVE ASSAM- full-bodied

ENGLISH BREAKFAST bright morning tea 12

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

a perfectly balanced tea. A ruby red brew yields the best of Ceylon in a tea that offers richness, depth and the slightly grassy, bright note of high quality, fresh tea. Neither too strong nor too light, a delicious tea to wake up to, to revive or simply relax with. A tea for connoisseurs.

A light, bright and regal Ceylon tea with a delicate and well defined character that is synonymous with the finest high elevation teas. The golden orange brew offers a cleansing and refreshing taste, with hints of fruit and herbs in its finish.

Traditional orthodox, second flush Assam leaf tea with a bright, mellow personality. A touch of the typically Assam regional character is prominent in a malty finish. A gentle and refined tea suitable for enjoyment at any time of day.

A bright morning tea, with body, strength, colour and pungency representing the essence of fine Ceylon tea. The beautifully even Broken Orange Pekoe leaf yields a burgundy coloured brew which is robust and strong yet bright with a bold personality.

All Day

"Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey"

Praline Cake, Steak, Rich Fatty Meat, Farmhouse Cheddar, Old Gouda Cheese, Comte,

Perfect at Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Best taken straight, honey

Scones, Light Cakes, Sweet Pastry

Best taken straight, sugar

Cheesecakes

"Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey"

Praline Cake, Steak, Rich Fatty Meat

Breakfast, Morning, Lunch, Dinner

Perfect at Breakfast

Black Tea with Flavour PEPPERMINT AND ENGLISH TOFFEE - creamy and sparkling

BERRY SENSATION - light and fragrant

ARABIAN MINT TEA WITH HONEY - bright, aromatic mint flavour

LIVELY LIME AND ORANGE FUSION - bright tea, sweet juicy orange flavour

ROSE WITH FRENCH VANILLA - medium body, fragrant, sweet Gentle

ITALIAN ALMOND TEA medium-bodied aroma of amaretto

ELEGANT EARL GREY -Ceylon tea gently fused with bergamot flavour

ACAI BERRY WITH POMEGRANATE and VANILLA - exceptionally engaging

CEYLON SPICE CHAI exceptionally spicy

PEPPERMINT and CINNAMON - exceptionally minty

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

Gourmet Ceylon tea in a delicious marriage with a creamy and rich English Toffee note, finishing with sparkling Peppermint. This unique combination yields a complex and sensual tea.

A high grown Single Region Ceylon Tea in fruity harmony with Strawberry, Raspberry and Blueberry. The complex flavours come together in a perfect Berry marriage and offers a pleasingly light and fragrant tea. Can be taken hot or iced.

Gourmet Single Estate Ceylon tea, combined with a bright and aromatic mint flavour, producing a wonderfully light and sparkling tea. A touch of honey completes this deliciously lively and refreshing tea.

A high grown Ceylon Pekoe grade, offering a bright and golden brew in exotic embrace with Orange, Lemon and Lime. The sparkle of Lemon, with a touch of tartness from the Lime, is deliciously balanced by the brightness in the tea, and the sweet, juicy Orange flavour. A deliciously aromatic tea, perfect for the afternoon or after dinner, and a good choice for homemade real iced tea.

Inspiringly aromatic, with a medium bodied floral note, the flavour of Rose with a hint of French Vanilla combines with Ceylon tea in a perfect embrace.

Elegant and sophisticated, a perfect afternoon or after dinner tea with a touch of romance.

A malty, mid-elevation Ceylon Gourmet tea in a delightful combination with the mildly bittersweet, aromatic flavour of Italian Almond. A medium bodied tea with a wonderful fragrance & slightly sweet finish.

A bold and bright single region Ceylon Tea, grown at 5500ft altitude, gently fused with Bergamot flavour. The result is a balanced, medium strength tea with the citrus note that is known as Earl Grey. This floral and fruity flavour balances the strength of the tea, to offer a refreshing and delightful drink.

A bright and elegant pure Ceylon high grown Flowery BOP partners beautifully with the tart, lightly sweet and occasionally chocolatey notes of Acai berry and Pomegranate. A gentle touch of Vanilla softens the taste, to offer a comforting and deliciously engaging tea.

Authentic Chai combining Ceylon’s famous Spices - Clove, Ginger and Cinnamon – with our Dombagastalawa BOP Special Single Estate Tea. The richly aromatic Clove and the woody sweetness of Cinnamon, lightly enhanced by a hint of Gingery warmth, offers a piquant and spirited Real Chai.

Refreshing and gentle, the distinctive fragrance of Ceylon Cinnamon finely perfumes the Peppermint leaves to offer an aromatic and lively infusion.

The spice, with its hint of sweetness, complements the Peppermint to offer a fragrant and mild natural infusion.

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

"Crème Brûlée, Cheesecakes"

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Dark Chocolate, Scones, Sweet Pastry

All Day, After meals

Best taken straight, honey

Chocolate Brownies, Chocolate Cake, Dark Chocolate, Lamb

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Light Sandwich, Light Cakes, Scones

Midmorning, Afternoon

Mint Leaf, Rose Petal (Garnish)

Light Cake, Berry Fruit

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Sweet Cakes and Pastries

All Day

Best taken straight

Green Curry, Samosas, Curry Puffs, Spicy Meat, Dark Chocolate, Kung Pao Chicken

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Traditional Sri Lankan Love Cake

Afternoon / Evening / After meals to aid digestion

Best taken straight

Dark Chocolate 13

Green Tea

FRAGRANT JASMINE GREEN TEA - mild, gentle, light

GENTLE MINTY GREEN TEA - medium-body, minty, sweet, refreshing, aromatic

CEYLON GREEN TEA - a pleasantly gentle tea with a lightly sweet finish

During and after meals to aid digestion

Best taken straight

Delicate Green and Creamy Salads, Seafood

All Day, After meals to aid digestion

Best taken straight

Chocolate and Chocolate Desserts, Mint Flavoured Dishes

2-3 mins

Gently steamed Ceylon Green tea with a mildly astringent taste, characteristic of the finest green tea. The pale yellow infusion is tinged with olive highlights.

A pleasant, delicate tea with a lightly sweet finish.

All Day, After meals

Best taken straight

Delicate Green and Creamy Salads, Seafood, Sushi

4 mins

This Pure Peppermint infusion is naturally caffeine free and ideally enjoyed after a meal, to cleanse the palate and aid digestion. The natural peppermint oil in the leaves imparts a menthol aroma and adds sparkle to the infusion, making it a cooling and energizing experience.

Afternoon / Evening

Honey, ginger, twist of orange

Chocolate Brownies, Chocolate Cake, Dark Chocolate, Vanilla Desserts

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight, honey

Apple Pie, Salads, BBQ, Roast Turkey, Nuts, Mint Ice Cream

Best taken straight

Poached or scrambled eggs in butter and milk

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

Herbal Infusion

PURE PEPPERMINT exceptionally stimulating

PURE CHAMOMILE exceptionally calming

NATURAL LEMON VERBENA - exceptionally uplifting

An inspiring green tea with bold leaf appearance, combined with petals of natural Jasmine flowers. The brew produced by this combination is mild and gentle; the special fragrance and a touch of sweetness comes from the night blooming Jasmine flower. A soothing and meditative tea.

4 mins

4 mins

A gentle yet sophisticated tea with a fusion of natural tastes. Mild Sencha green tea is enlivened by Spearmint leaves and a touch of Lemongrass.

A refreshing and aromatic tea that elegantly complements spicy food, and can be enjoyed at any time of the day.

Camomile is a gentle and relaxing herb enjoyed by many as a tonic for centuries. Camomile has a serene character and wonderful aroma. The daisy-like Camomile flower, where the subtle flavour is concentrated, has an uplifting aroma reminiscent of apples.

It is often enjoyed as a gentle, naturally caffeine free infusion in the evening.

Natural Lemon Verbena produces an amber coloured herbal infusion with citrus, herb and mild spice notes. Mild in character, a clean and refreshing herbal infusion with a gentle lemon finish.

Afternoon / Evening

VIVID TEA SELECTION Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note VIVID TEA SELECTION

Brewing Time

Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

Black Tea

CEYLON BREAKFAST - slight grassy, bright

14

3-5 mins

Tea from Ceylon's western high-grown region, where the varying climatic conditions produce a perfectly balanced tea.

Breakfast, Morning, Lunch, Dinner

"Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey"

Bangers and Mash with Marmalade

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Black Tea with Flavour AROMATIC EARL GREY medium strength, floral and fruity flavour CEYLON TEA WITH APPLE PIE and VANILLA gentle, deliciously fruity personality CEYLON TEA WITH POMEGRANATE & MINT medium bodied CEYLON TEA WITH CHOCOLATE & MINT mellow, rich aroma Green Tea FRAGRANT JASMINE GREEN TEA - bold leaf appearance, combined with petals of natural jasmine flowers GENTLE MINTY GREEN TEA - cleansing tea and fusion of all natural flavours

NATURALLY PURE GREEN TEA - lightly sweet Oolong Tea SPRINGTIME OOLONG WITH GINGER - light and delicate Herbal Infusions PURE PEPPERMINT LEAVES - medium body, fragrant, touch of sweetness (menthol) GENTLE CHAMOMILE - light and mild NATURAL LEMON VERBENA - Mild, refreshing BLOOD ORANGE & EUCALYPTUS TEA - sweet and spicy ELDERFLOWER & APPLE INFUSION - spice and citrus note NATURAL INFUSION OF BLUEBERRY - tangy flavours

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3-5 mins

A bold and bright single region Ceylon tea, grown at around 2000 ft. above sea level, and gently fused with bergamot flavour

3-5 mins

Apple pie in a cup. A bright and brisk Ceylon BOP grade tea with apple, cinnamon and creamy vanilla notes.

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

3-5 mins

The unusual flavour of pomegranatetart and tangy- is enlivened with mint.

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

All Day

Feta Cheese (can be made into a spinach pie), Portuguese Piri Piri Grilled Chicken

The special fragrance and a touch of sweetness comes from the night blooming jasmine flowers

2-3 mins

The mildness of steamed Sencha green tea is enlivened by spearmint leaves and softly enhanced with lemongrass.

Afternoon / Evening

2-3 mins

Gently steamed Ceylon Green tea with mildly astringent taste, typical of fine green teas.

Afternoon / Evening

2-3 mins

The ginger emerges gradually with a light warming effect and settles comfortably with a floral note in the light oolong.

4 mins

Pure peppermint leaves (no flavour, caffeine-free). Menthol is a digestive aid.

4 mins

Chamomile flowers only (delicate, fragrant taste, caffeine-free)

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight, honey

4 mins

Produces an amber herbal infusion with citrus, herb and spice notes.

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

4 mins 4 mins

A fragrant and naturally caffeine free infusion with fruit, spice and citrus note.

Blueberries lend their soft, tangy flavours to this intense caffeinefree infusion.

South Indian Idli and Vade, Persian Rice and Kebab Koobideh

Best taken straight

2-3 mins

An inspired blend of sweet orange, lemon and spice in a beautiful ruby red infusion

Apple Pie, Apple Crumble, Apple Cake, Grilled Vanilla-ginger Pineapple paired with Iced Ceylon Tea with Apple Pie and Vanilla

Chocolate Mousse, Dark Chocolate, Rum Baba

A beautiful combination that leaves the palate refreshed and fragrant.

Afternoon / Evening

Chestnut spread on toast / croissants

Best taken straight

3-5 mins

4 mins

Afternoon / Evening

Lemon, honey

Best taken straight

North Indian Kulchi, Chocolate and Chocolate Desserts, Mint Flavoured Dishes, Greek Yoghurt with Honey and Walnuts

Best taken straight

Zaatar Bread, Bacon and Eggs with Muffins and Strawberry or Cherry Jam

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Chicken Porridge, Chicken Marsala, Mutton Mysore, Roghan Gohst

Afternoon / Evening

Honey, ginger, twist of orange

Chocolate Brownies, Chocolate Cake, Dark Chocolate, Vanilla Desserts

Afternoon / Evening

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight Best taken straight

Apple Pie, Salads, BBQ, Roast Turkey, Nuts, Mint Ice Cream

Poached or scrambled eggs in butter and milk, Cheese Fondue or Raclette

Chocolate Cake

Greek Dolmades; Vine Leaves Wrapped Rice and Meat (cold)

Chicken Schnitzel with lentil in sauce

15

DILMAH SILVER JUBILEE GOURMET TEAS Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

Brewing Time

Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

SILVER JUBILEE Black Tea CEYLON ORIGINAL BREAKFAST TEA - body, strength, colour NUWARA ELIYA AFTERNOON TEA - soft aroma with a golden infusion PURE DARJEELING SINGLE REGION TEA - golden liquor, slightly floral Black Tea with Flavour SILVER JUBILEE EARL GREY TEA - full-bodied, floral aroma CEYLON GINGER HONEY and MINT - deliciously warming, ginger influenced fragrance ALMOND INFUSED CEYLON PEKOE - malty, mediumbodied tea CEYLON ROSE and MINT soft rose scent, light and elegant CEYLON TEA WITH STRAWBERRY - bright, medium-bodied MANDARIN and MARZIPAN bright, brisk, gentle flavour Green Tea MOROCCAN MINT GREEN TEA - medium-strength liquor ORGANIC LEAFY GREEN TEA - lightly astringent, medium-bodied ORGANIC SENCHA - clean, fresh aroma and gentle elegance CEYLON FULL LEAF GREEN TEA - palate cleansing, medium-strength NATURAL JASMINE GREEN TEA - delicate tea, an elusive and bewitching aroma 16

3-5 mins 3-5 mins

An intense, majestic and perfectly rounded morning tea.

Tea from Nuwara Eliya, the highest elevation tea-growing region in Sri Lanka, combines sophisticated flavour and soft aromas with a golden infusion.

3-5 mins

The leaf is dark brown with hints of olive, producing a golden liquor which is slightly floral with a prominent muscatel note in the finish.

3-5 mins

Full-bodied Ceylon single region BOP fused with natural bergamot.

3-5 mins

High elevation single region tea

3-5 mins

High elevation single region tea infused with natural Australian sweet almond.

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

Soft rose scent lifted on the palate by the sparkle of mint

Doombagastalawa FBOP, lightly infused with wild strawberry, is a refreshing and delicious afternoon tea.

3-5 mins

Bright and brisk high elevation Ceylon pekoe with a medium-bodied amber infusion and gentle flavours of orange, mandarin and a hint of marzipan.

2-3 mins

This aromatic blend of young Hyson green tea and peppermint leaves is naturally uplifting

2-3 mins 2-3 mins 2-3 mins 2-3 mins

Organically grown Daejak green tea with curled green leaf.

Specially selected organic sencha green tea from Korea with a pristine jade green leaf and a delicate, grassy note.

A fragrant, lightly piquant tea that evolves with grassy, herbal notes with a hint of fruit and citrus.

Using an ancient technique, the sensual perfume of night blooming jasmine flowers are combined with green tea over seven scentings.

Breakfast, Morning, Lunch, Dinner

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Spinach Pie

Morning, Afternoon

Best taken straight, honey, lemon

Ribbon Cake, Chocolate Cake, Scones

All Day

Best taken straight, honey, lemon

Roast Chicken

Lemon, honey

Green Curry, Samosas, Curry Puffs, Spicy Meat, Dark Chocolate, Crème Brûlée

All Day Mid morning, Afternoon

Afternoon / Evening Mid morning, Afternoon

Mid morning, Afternoon

Mid morning, Afternoon

All Day

Best taken straight

Basmati Rice (Biriyani) - rice served separately

Best taken straight

Singapore rice with ginger, chilli and soy

Fresh mint leaves

Turkish Kebab

Best taken straight

Cherry Apple Crumble with Marzipan

Best taken straight

Mandarin and Marzipan Baked Cold Salmon

Best taken straight

Chocolate and Chocolate Desserts, Mint Flavoured Dishes

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Light Cream Cheese, Salad, Chicken

Delicate Green and Creamy Salads, Seafood, Sushi, White Chocolate, Pistachio

Cold Soba - serve the shredded seaweed on the side.

Steamed Fish, Rice, Salad

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Herbal Infusions ELDERFLOWER and APPLE INFUSION - naturally caffeine-free infusion, citrus and green apple BLOOD ORANGE and EUCALYPTUS - strong, tart and lively fresh berry NATURAL INFUSION OF BLUEBERRY - soft, tangy, caffeine-free PURE CHAMOMILE FLOWERS - Mild and elegant infusion

4-5 mins 4-5 mins

4-5 mins 4-5 mins

Citrus and green apple complement elderflower and elderberries to produce a fresh summery infusion.

An inspired blend of sweet orange, lemon and spice in a beautiful ruby red infusion.

A fusion of berry, orange and sweet fruit notes offer a delicious all-natural fruit, herb and spice flavour combination.

Notes of apple, herb, hay and honey create a bouquet of gentle flavours that makes this a perfect naturally caffeinefree evening brew.

Best taken straight

Greek Dolmades; Vine Leaves Wrapped Rice and Meat (cold)

Best taken straight

Chocolate Cake

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Chicken Schnitzel with lentil in sauce

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight, honey

Afternoon / Evening Afternoon / Evening

Apple Pie, Salads, BBQ, Roast Turkey, Nuts, Mint Ice Cream

t-SERIES DESIGNER GOURMET TEAS Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

Brewing Time

Distinctive Features

Time of day

Serve with

Accompaniment

White Tea

CEYLON SILVER TIPS- light, delicate, mild on the palate

JASMINE PEAR DRAGON WHITE TEA - natural jasmine petals,delight

JADE BUTTERFLY HANDMADE WHITE TEA -delicate and gentle

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2-3 mins

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

A rare handmade white tea from the Nuwara Eliya region of Ceylon, grown at 6,000 feet elevation. The tender buds of the tea plant are handpicked at dawn, carefully carried in a silk pouch and entirely handmade. The buds are sun dried and carefully hand rolled, producing the characteristic silver, needle-like buds, with a velvety texture. Their pale brew is surpassingly light and delicate, elusive and mild on the palate with a touch of a ‘greenish’ seasonal high grown character in the finish. The beauty of the infused buds adds to the pleasure of this unique brew

Tightly rolled balls of tea in the style of White Dragon Eye, with natural Jasmine petals. The hand rolled tea infuses with water to reveal the young bud and tender leaf with natural Jasmine petals. A surpassingly light brew, pale yellow in the cup, makes this a tea that is as pleasing to the eye as the palate. The elusive floral character is a delight, combining perfectly with the characteristic lightness of white tea.

A handmade white tea, each leaf hand tied into a bow, with the appearance of a butterfly. The pale green leaf with prominent white tip, produces a light golden brew. A delicate and gentle cup, very slightly ‘woody complemented by fruitiness and a smooth finish. This is a tea for a connoisseur - very subtle yet sophisticated and refreshing.

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Lemon Meringue or Key Lime Pie, most types of cheese, plain cream cheesecake, Alio Olio, Petit Suisse

Best taken straight

17

WHITE LITCHEE NO. 1 HAND ROLLED TEA - rare, subtle flavour

2-3 mins

White Tea is the rarest form of tea, consisting of the bud of the tea leaf, the most tender part of the two leaves and bud which are hand-picked to produce tea. Song Dynasty ‘Tea Emperor’ Hui Zong relished white tea for having the most rare and subtle flavour. White Litchee is hand made from tea buds which are an inch or so long and then tied into a large ‘pearl’ which unfurls when infused. The enjoyment of this Very Special Rare Tea requires the observation of the pearl unfurling, one bud at a time, transforming over 30 seconds or so into a flower of buds.

2-3 mins

Extra Special Sencha is produced in a range of qualities of which this is one of the finest. The leaf has the appearance of straw that is jade green in colour. It produces a pleasing and gently sophisticated tea that is light in appearance and taste. Delightful and cleansing.

Green Tea

JAPAN SENCHA EXTRA SPECIAL - pleasing and gently sophisticated

SENCHA GREEN EXTRA SPECIAL- mild, gentle, light

MOROCCAN MINT GREEN LEAF TEA- medium-body, minty, sweet, refreshing, aromatic

GREEN TEA WITH JASMINE FLOWERS- light, floral, aromatic

CEYLON YOUNG HYSONmedium-bodied

18

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

Sencha is a steamed green tea, the most popular tea in Japan where its delicate flavour, and mild finish are especially appreciated. Sencha offers a gentle cup, and a smooth, herbal finish with a touch of sweetness. This is a pleasing and refreshing green tea and can be enjoyed throughout the day. It is an ideal accompaniment to lunch or dinner, aiding digestion and refreshing the palate.

Gently uplifting, this combination of green tea with Peppermint leaves produces a delicious and all natural tea experience. The olive green Hyson leaf is tightly curled but opens dramatically when infused, yielding a medium strength amber brew of tea embraced

by Peppermint. An aromatic and zestful tea, our Moroccan Mint combines the elegance of Ceylon Young Hyson green tea with an energetic and cleansing Mint to offer a perfect after dinner tea.

A gentle green tea in fragrant and delicate union with natural Jasmine petals. The soft, mildly sweet and mystical aroma of Jasmine is enthralling in its combination with green tea. This natural combination offers a refreshing and soothing beverage that is also a delicious palate cleanser.

A bright Single Region Ceylon Green Tea grown at 1,400 feet above sea level. Elegant in appearance, the long, well twisted leaf yields a pleasingly gentle brew. The large leaf unfurls when infused, often revealing a full tea leaf. The somewhat brisk green tea presents a herbal note and some fruit which come together in a clean finish with a hint of sweetness. A delightful accompaniment to food, especially fish and salads, and a relaxing afternoon tea.

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Best taken straight

Delicate Green and Creamy Salads, Seafood, Sushi, White Chocolate, Pistachio

All Day

Best taken straight

Delicate Green and Creamy Salads, Seafood, Sushi, White Chocolate, Pistachio

All Day

Best taken straight, honey

Chocolate and Chocolate Desserts, Mint Flavoured Dishes

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Steamed Fish, Rice, Salad

Best taken straight

Light Cream Cheese, Salad, Chicken, Grilled Sea Bass with Lemon Butter, Tomme de Chevre, Brie 60%, Reblochon, Gruyere Suisse, Gorgonzola Dolce, Mozzarella di Bufala

All Day

Afternoon / Evening

Midday, Afternoon

#teainspired

SENCHA WITH PEPPERMINT and CINNAMON - clean, gentle and minty

PARK ESTATE EMERALD GREEN SPECIAL OP - grassy notes

CEYLON WHOLE LEAF GREEN TEA - fruity, citrusy, herbal

ORGANIC CEYLON GREEN TEA - olive green, pleasing

JASMINE EXTRA SPECIAL NO.1 GREEN TEA - delicate perfume

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2-3 mins

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

Fragrant and gentle, the combination of Sencha Green Tea with its characteristic mildness, Lemongrass and Mint, presents a dreamy tea experience. The elegant steamed green tea beautifully embraces the Lemongrass herb with its subtle citrus flavour, leading to a zesty Mint note. A clear and light liquor producing a complex and balanced fusion of flavours. Refreshing and gentle.

An exceptional high grown Ceylon Green Tea, light and bright in the cup, yet gentle in taste with herbal and pleasant fresh, grassy notes. A sophisticated tea that is mildly astringent with an attractive bouquet and lingering finish.

Park Estate Kandapola is in a pristine part of the highlands of Sri Lanka, on a tea covered plateau at an elevation of approximately 6,500 ft above sea level.

The unique terroir of this tea is the result of the natural influences on the teas in this area, on the eastern slopes of the Pidurutalagala massif.

Tightly rolled and well twisted Ceylon Green Tea grown at around 1,600 feet elevation near the ancient city of Kandy.

The infused leaf reveals a full tea leaf in each of the rolled leaves. The unfurling of the leaf and the flavour being imparted to the water is delightful to watch. The brew is mild and gentle, with a touch of fruit, citrus and a fragrant, herbal finish. In the cup, a dark yellow infusion typical of a medium strength green tea. This is a unique Green Tea, displaying the skill of the teamaker in a gentle and slightly sweet tea that is the perfect accompaniment to fine dining.

Grown at just over 4,000 feet elevation in the highlands of Ceylon, this organic green tea is well twisted and curled.

The leaf unfurls when brewing to yield shades of olive green and a light brew with a bright, golden infusion. There is a slight edge to the tea, and hints of lemon and hay make it pleasing and yet astringent. The finish is clean, leaving the palate fresh. Organic Ceylon Green complements rich food well, cleansing and refreshing the palate.

Natural Jasmine petals embrace green tea beautifully with their sensual aroma and flavour, producing a beverage that is finely balanced and almost bewitching. This very special Jasmine Green Tea is produced in an ancient process requiring the night blooming Jasmine to be combined with tea over seven separate ‘scentings’. The Jasmine blossoms used for the Extra Special Jasmine Tea have a delicate perfume, and that is reflected in the subtlety of the infused Jasmine Green Tea. This rare Jasmine Tea brews a clear and pale amber brew with an elusive yet prominent aroma.

Midday, Afternoon

Best taken straight

White Chocolate

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Brie de Meaux Cheese, Délice de Bourgogne Cheese, Bowl of Mixed Nuts, Apricot Jam on Toast, Fried Chicken

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Hint of lemon

Rich food

Afternoon / Evening

19

CEYLON GREEN WITH LYCHEE AND GINGER - floral, fruity, sweet, spice and herb notes

2-3 mins

A delicious fusion of floral, fruit, sweet, spice and herb notes in a refined Ceylon Green Tea. Bright and delicate in the cup, a mildly spicy fragrance yields to a profusion of flavours, the aromatic sweetness of lychee, gently embraced by the grassy notes in Ceylon Green Tea and then a light warmth from natural ginger. A very enticing green tea, enjoyable all day or as a palate cleansing digestive. Light, fruity and mildly piquant.

2-3 mins

A noble tea, relished in the East since the end of the Ming Dynasty for its expression of the art of teamaking and its gentle sophistication. Oolong is a fragrant and gentle tea, semi-fermented and demanding precision in its manufacture. Traditionally originating from the Fujian Province of China, First Ceylon Oolong is the first Oolong to be produced in Ceylon (Sri Lanka).

Distinctive in leaf, aroma and brew, Ceylon Oolong is a Single Estate Tea from the Galle District.

Oolong

THE FIRST CEYLON OOLONG - delicate and mild tea, more earthy

TIE GUAN YIN - hint of olive, herb

SINGLE ESTATE OOLONG LEAF TEA - delicate, gentle,lighter

2-3 mins

2-3 mins

Producing Oolong – known as Black Dragon Tea in China - is an especially demanding art. This semi fermented tea is a midpoint between green and black teas, offering the lightness of green and the character of black tea. Oolong originated in 18th Century Fujian and its dark green, well twisted leaf produces a mellow, pleasing brew when brewed. This is a delicate and gentle tea, more earthy than typical green teas, yet more fragrant and lighter than most black teas.

3-5 mins

A gently smoked gourmet black tea produced in a traditional process that originates in the Qing Dynasty in China. The tea leaves are withered over pine or cypress wood fires producing a distinctive tarry note. This process originated in China’s Fujian Province.

The black strips of leaf produce a dark brown infusion and a brew that is dark burgundy, reflecting its strength and body. This is a very traditional and distinctive tea with depth, body and a prominent wood smoke character.

Black Tea

LAPSANG SOUCHONG strong smoky taste

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Tightly rolled, jade green leaf with the characteristically elegant herbal aroma of Tie Guan Yin. When brewed, the leaf unfurls as it releases a light and wonderfully floral personality.

A delicate tea that is as pleasing in appearance and aroma as on the palate.

The pale yellow brew is tinged with green and offers a gentle taste with hints of olive, herb and is refreshingly fragrant.

Afternoon / Evening

Afternoon / Evening

Afternoon / Evening

Afternoon / Evening

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Singapore Fried Hokkien Prawn Mee, Stravaccho, Chaource, Stichelton

Best taken straight

Cheesecakes, Avocado based dishes, White Chocolate , Grilled Food, Blackberries, Peaches, Roast Turkey, Boursin, Epoisse

Best taken straight

Cheesecakes, Avocado based dishes, White Chocolate , Grilled Food, Peaches, Buche de Chevre, Manchego, Gorgonzola Dolce

Best taken straight

Cheesecakes, Avocado based dishes, White Chocolate , Grilled Food, Peaches

Best taken straight

Smoked Salmon and Blue Cheese, 99% Dark Chocolate, Belgian Chocolate, Comte

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SINGLE ESTATE DARJEELING - light, gentle tea

SINGLE ESTATE ASSAM full-bodied

NUWARA ELIYA PEKOEmedium-bodied and bright

PRINCE OF KANDY- bright, medium-bodied

SUPREME CEYLON SINGLE ORIGIN- strong, full-bodied

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3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

3-5 mins

A distinctive and refined experience in tea, fine Darjeeling comes from India’s most famous Darjeeling. This is a Single Estate Darjeeling Tea, grown at 7,000 feet above sea level and within sight of Mount Everest. It offers the characteristically subtle, delicate and sophisticated taste of the best of Darjeeling. The leaf is dark brown with hints of olive, developing to a golden infusion when brewed. The light brew is slightly floral and has a prominent Muscatel note in its finish. The brew maintains a slight piquancy and character whilst overall being soft and gentle

Tea grown in India’s Assam region is typically strong and malty. This Special Finest Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe is made in the traditional manner and is more delicate than Assam teas made in the CTC style. Wiry, dark brown leaf with some golden tip produces a coppery brown infusion and a bright, rich brew, with depth and medium strength. An earthy note enhanced by a touch of spice complements a refined and bright tea.

Tea from Nuwara Eliya, the highest elevation tea growing region in Sri Lanka, also called ‘Little England’, combines sophisticated flavour, with a delicate, golden infusion. This tea country ‘capital’ is at the centre of the four premier tea growing regions of Ceylon. Her teas are relished by connoisseurs for their brightness and distinctive flavour. This seasonal Nuwara Eliya tea is distinctive amongst Ceylon Teas, recognizable by the delicate and gentle character, the golden glow of the tea, and its soft aroma.

A princely, high grown Ceylon Single Region Tea, with a beautiful golden brew. This is a delicate tea, with a light and bright personality that displays a touch of the prized Ceylon seasonal character. It is the perfect Afternoon Tea, a wonderful accompaniment to light cakes, pastries and scone. It is a delight on the eye as much as on the taste buds. It should be brewed using spring water.

Ceylon Tea was recognized as the finest since the late 1800s when its bright, brisk and full bodied teas made tea and Ceylon famous throughout Europe.

There was good reason for this as the island produces teas to please every palate - from the earthy and rich low elevation teas, to the light, delicate high elevation teas. This Ceylon Broken Orange Pekoe is the perfect Ceylon Tea, offering body, brightness, structure, strength and colour; the features that made Ceylon the home of the finest teas.

A full bodied and strong tea.

Best taken straight, honey, lemon

Afternoon Tea, Light Sandwich, Black Truffle Pasta or Truffle Mushroom Paste on Toast, Light Cake, White Chocolate, Duck, Beef Sausage, Brie de Meaux, Tamie, Goat cheese Gouda style

Breakfast, Morning, Lunch, Dinner

Best taken straight, sugar

Bacon, Beef, Breakfast, Lamb, Mexican Food, Cheesecake

Morning, Afternoon

Best taken straight, honey, lemon

Scones, Shortcakes or Sweet Pastry, Red Meat, Spicy Food, Desserts, Cookies and Cream with Almond Wafer

Best taken straight, honey, lemon

Afternoon Tea, Light Sandwich, Black Truffle Pasta or Truffle Mushroom Paste on Toast, Light Cake

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Red Meats, Mexican Food, Spicy Food, Hamburger, Chocolate, Fried Foie Gras

All Day

Morning, Afternoon

With meals, Morning

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BRILLIANT BREAKFAST -bright, full-bodied

GALLE DISTRICT OP 1 -bright, light liquor, fullbodied

DOMBAGASTALAWA SINGLE ESTATE FBOP - bright and mellow

THE FIRST CEYLON SOUCHONG - strong, smoky character

KEEMUN SPECIAL LEAF TEA - medium strength, gentle, touch of fruit

PU - ERH NO.1 LEAF TEA earthy, woody taste

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A bright, brisk and bold tea. Intense and majestic, this tea offers body, strength, colour and pungency representing the essence of a fine Ceylon tea. Grown in the Dimbula Valley, the Broken Orange Pekoe leaf yields a burgundy coloured brew which is robust and strong yet bright with an energetic personality.

The fine BOP grade of tea with its small particle size produces the strength in this tea.

Ceylon is renowned as the home of the finest teas in the world and for its ability to produce teas of extraordinary variety - full bodied low elevation teas grown at sea level right through to the light and delicate high elevation teas from the Nuwara Eliya region. Galle is a historic seaport and this Orange Pekoe 1 (OP1) is grown in the northern part of the Galle District. The leaf is clean, wiry and black, characteristic of a typical low elevation tea. The infused leaf reveals a coppery hue, yielding a bright, and pleasingly light brew. Deep golden orange in the cup, this tea has a malt, slightly raw aroma and a peaty finish.

A regal Ceylon Single Estate Tea. Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe from our Kataboola Estate in the Nawalapitiya Region offers clean, black leaf, with some silvery ‘tip’. Its infusion is clean and open, with a coppery tone indicative of brightness. The brew shows character and depth, with some strength, but generally mellow for a very pleasing yet bright tea. Teas from this region are known for their gentle, yet firm personality.

To the Chinese Lapsang Souchong, with its distinctive, oakey flavour, was a prized tea and the penalty for divulging its secret was death. Having somehow avoided this penalty, First Ceylon Souchong is a uniquely Ceylon Souchong, offering the same strong, smoky character, but with an interesting difference. Ceylon Souchong is a Single Estate Tea produced in the Galle District, and gently panfired using Cinnamon wood. The result a prominent woodsmoke note with a touch of juiciness and sweetness in its finish.

Considered the finest amongst China black teas, Keemun Tea, from the Qimen precinct of Anhui province, produces a deep red brown brew. The medium strength brew displays a hint of fruit and a gentle earthiness, with a touch of fruit. It is rounded off in its finish with a characteristic hint of orchid for which Keemun Tea is noted.

A special tea renowned in China for its medicinal value. Grown in the Yunnan province, Pu-erh tea has been popular in that region since the Tang Dynasty when Pu-erh was taken for relief of indigestion and more recently reducing cholesterol. This tea is semi fermented with a typically earthy taste.

Its prominent woody character, with hints of herb and elemental flavour, is unusual amongst China Teas which are usually light and floral. This is the result of the post-fermentation process unique to Pu-Erh

Breakfast, Morning, Lunch, Dinner

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Breakfast, Praline Cake, Steak, Rich Fatty Meats, Desserts, Bananas

Morning, Afternoon

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Camembert Cheese, Strawberry Ice Cream

Morning, Afternoon

Best taken straight, honey, lemon

Brie Cheese, 70% Dark Chocolate, Belgian Ice Cream

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Blue Cheese, Smoked Salmon

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Earthy and Meaty Mushrooms, Chicken, Cinnamon, Fried Food, Strawberries

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NATURALLY MINTY CEYLON PEKOE - rich amber,natural peppermint leaves

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Prominent black leaf from Dilmah tea gardens in the Nawalapitiya region, producing a medium bodied, amber coloured brew. The tea is combined with natural Peppermint leaves and unfurls to reveal hues of coppery brown in the tea and dark olive and jade in the peppermint leaf. The brew is a rich amber, tending golden with the lightness of the peppermint leaves.

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A legendary tea, named after Charles, 2nd Earl of Grey and former Prime Minister of England. This tea is a combination of a rich and full bodied Ceylon Single Origin Tea with the flavour of Bergamot, a citrus fruit that is native to Calabria in Italy. The strong and distinctive Ceylon Tea partners harmoniously with the Bergamot flavour to offer an authentic Earl Grey Tea. Full bodied yet aromatic, with hints of citrus and a lingering and mildly sweet floral note, this is a majestic tea.

Black tea with flavour

THE ORIGINAL EARL GREY strong bergamot aroma

VANILLA CEYLON TEA - light and bright, creamy aroma of vanilla

MEDITERRANEAN MANDARIN - light and bright aroma of juicy mandarin

CEYLON CINNAMON SPICE TEA - sweet, woody cinnamon with bright medium-bodied tea

ROSE WITH FRENCH VANILLA - medium-bodied, fragrant, sweet, gentle

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A light and bright Ceylon Single Region Tea with a sensual and aromatic finish.

The combination of high grown Ceylon tea and the inspiring aroma of Vanilla make this a very special tea – fragrant, indulgent and bright. The tea is in perfect balance with the creamy and rich aroma of Vanilla. Ideal taken straight, and if sweetness is desired, add a touch of honey to taste. While the tea is infusing, savour the fragrance of tea mingling with Vanilla.

A delicious fusion of a light, bright Single Region Ceylon Pekoe grown at 5,000 feet above sea level in the Nuwara Eliya region, lightly enhanced with a touch of the aromatic and juicy sweetness of Mediterranean Mandarin.

The lightness in the tea is deliciously enhanced by the sweet, zestful flavour of Mandarin, one of the most appealing fruits of the citrus family. The Mandarin fragrance enhances the sensual appeal of this brew, producing an invigorating, refreshing tea. A perfect afternoon or evening cuppa.

The famed Island of Ceylon was sought by ancient explorers for its spices and, since the late 1800s, also for its tea. This tea is a combination of Ceylon’s finest produce – a Single Region Tea, grown at 4,000 feet elevation in the Dimbula valley, and Ceylon Cinnamon, known as ‘true Cinnamon’. When infused, the brew appears golden brown and offers brightness, medium body and a sweet piquancy. The woody note in Cinnamon, with its pervasive fragrance, is enlivening, and complements the tea perfectly with a spicy finish.

A seductive tea, combining a fine Single Region Pekoe from the Nuwara Eliya region with the sensuous and almost mystical fragrance of rose petals.

Celebrated throughout history for its romance, the rose is one of the most pleasing of flavours. The gentle tea is encircled by the soft and slightly sweet aroma of red Rose to offer an alluring and gentle brew. The Rose fragrance is tinged with the flavour of French Vanilla.

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Lemon, honey

"Green Curry, Samosas, Curry Puffs, Spicy Meat, Dark Chocolate, Crème Brûlée, Orange Chocolate, White Chocolate "

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight with a touch of sugar

Cheddar Cheese, Marzipan Cake, Scones, Szechuan Chicken

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Mint Dark Chocolate

Afternoon / Evening

Twist of Orange, honey

Crème Brûlée, Chocolate, Apple Pie

Midmorning, Afternoon

Mint Leaf, Rose Petal (Garnish)

Light Cake, Berry Fruit, Gruyère

All Day

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ITALIAN ALMOND TEA medium-bodied, aroma of amaretto

NATURAL CEYLON GINGER TEA- spicy and aromatic

PEACH - gentle fruity aroma

MANGO and STRAWBERRY sweet, fruity notes

BLUEBERRY AND POMEGRANATE - bright, medium-bodied

LYCHEE WITH ROSE AND ALMOND - fruity and fragrant

ROSE, MARZIPAN AND MINT - trio of Christmas flavours, fragrant fusion 24

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A delicious union – a medium strength Ceylon Single Region Tea from the Nawalapitiya region, fused with the bittersweet flavor of Italian Almond.

Fragrant and rich, the almond and the mellow, malty note that is typical of teas from this region, combine in indulgent harmony, to produce a deep amber infusion. The tea is enveloped by a deliciously piquant aroma of almond, producing an engaging brew with a nutty, sweet edge and mellow but prominent character.

Ceylon was famous for centuries for the quality of her spices and her tea.

This is an energetic and authentic combination of the two.The spice ‘hotness’ of Ginger partners beautifully with a Ceylon Single Region Tea grown at an elevation of 5,000 feet, to offer a deliciously different and refreshing tea. Ceylon Ginger with its prominent flavour is prized as a digestive aid and as a ‘pick me up’. The tea and spice are in authentic harmony with the fresh tea,balancing the piquancy of the Ginger to produce a reviving and enjoyable tea.

A gentle fruity aroma with the softly sweet fragrance yielding an elegant and bright tea with a touch of peach.

The high grown Ceylon Pekoe from Dilmah Tea Gardens in the Dimbula Valley, produces a medium bodied tea that deliciously complements the soft flavour of peach.

A fragrant tea with notes of Mango and Strawberry combining in fine balance with the high grown Ceylon Pekoe Leaf Tea. A refreshing and deliciously different composition that combines a bright, medium bodied Ceylon Tea with the sweet, fruity notes. A harmonious combination that is aromatic and pleasingly different.

A bright Ceylon Single Region Tea from the Western High Elevation region, finely infused with the tart and woody sweetness of Pomegranate, then beautifully complemented with the soft, fruity sweetness of Blueberry.

In combination, the berry note in the two fruits mingles harmoniously with the brisk Ceylon Pekoe. Bright, medium bodied with notes of fruit and a wonderful fragrance, a deliciously piquant tea.

A bright Western High Grown Ceylon Pekoe in a wonderfully aromatic marriage of flavours. The medium bodied Ceylon Pekoe is deliciously complemented by the complex bouquet and fusion of Lychee, Almond and Rose in combination. The soft sweetness of Rose dominates on first sip, giving way on the palate to Almond, eventually embraced by the fruity, fragrant Lychee.

A delightful tea with flavours that offer a wonderfully aromatic and delicious experience.

A bright & elegant Ceylon Western Pekoe from the Dimbula Valley, in a fragrant fusion with flavours of Rose, Marzipan and Mint. The sensuous Rose offers a floral note whilst a nutty Marzipan and Mint complete the tea.

This handpicked Ceylon Single Region tea gently complements the trio of flavours in an aromatic Christmas tea

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Sweet Cakes and Pastries

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Orange Dark Chocolate

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight with honey, lemon

Sweet Cakes and Pastries

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight with honey, lemon

Sweet Cakes and Pastries

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Chocolate Sweet Cakes and Pastries

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Sweet Cakes and Pastries

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Christmas Cake, Gulab Jamun

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Herbal Infusions

PURE PEPPERMINT LEAVES- medium-body, fragrant touch of sweetness (menthol)

PURE CHAMOMILE FLOWERS- light and mild

NATURAL ROSEHIP WITH HIBISCUS FLOWERS- sweetsour taste

ROOIBOS PURE NATURAL ORGANIC - light, reddish brown liquor

NATURAL INFUSION OF BLUEBERRY AND CLOVE Fruit and spice

ELDERFLOWER WITH CINNAMON AND APPLE fragrance of freshly baked apple pie

CINNAMON WITH CLOVE and PEPPERMINT - light, minty sparkle

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Savoured as a refreshing beverage since Roman times, our pure Peppermint infusion is naturally caffeine free and ideally enjoyed after a meal, to cleanse the palate and aid digestion. The natural peppermint oil in the leaves imparts a menthol aroma and adds sparkle to the infusion of the leaf, making it a cooling and energizing experience. Try the infusion of peppermint leaves with a touch of honey as a mild and delicious accompaniment to your day. Also enjoyable taken chilled or as a sorbet.

Chamomile is a gentle and relaxing herb enjoyed by Europeans as a tonic for centuries. The daisy-like Chamomile flower has an uplifting aroma reminiscent of apples. Its subtle flavour is concentrated in the flower and this infusion therefore offers the infusion of the Chamomile flower. Chamomile has a serene character and wonderful aroma.

It is often enjoyed as a gentle, naturally caffeine free infusion in the evening.

The English have enjoyed rosehips as a herbal beverage for centuries. Its characteristic tart flavour is softened here with Hibiscus flowers. Reputedly a rich source of natural antioxidants, Rosehips and Hibiscus Flowers produce a red infusion with a strong fruity aroma. The beverage is rich in Vitamin C and is best taken without sugar. Try it with a touch of honey to keep the infusion all natural.

Rooibos is a traditional South African herbal beverage that produces a clean and pleasant infusion. It is naturally caffeine free and said to offer potent health benefits. The flavour is mild and slightly nutty, with a touch of sweetness.

Rooibos infusion can be enjoyed with a twist of lemon or sliver of ginger. Try honey as a natural sweetener.

A special infusion of fruit and spice, with a dark red intensity producing a rich combination of forest fruit and a princely Ceylon Clove. The tangy berry dominates with its light floral, and woody notes, leading the palate to the very mildly spicy sweetness of natural clove. Intense, caffeine-free with a fragrant and naturally sweet finish.

With the fragrance of freshly baked apple pie, this naturally caffeine-free infusion blends apple and cinnamon with the summery, floral character of elderflower. The sweet, sour, floral and spice notes balance elegantly into a deliciously complex natural infusion.

Gentle and aromatic with a lingering floral finish.

Richly fragrant when brewed, the natural infusion is delicate with a light, minty sparkle, leaving the palate refreshed with the gentle piquancy of clove. The combination of herbs and spices produce a complex and delicious infusion that is naturally caffeine-free.

Bright and medium-bodied with a minty finish.

Honey, ginger, twist of orange

Chocolate Brownies, Chocolate Cake, Dark Chocolate, Vanilla Desserts

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight, honey

Apple Pie, Salads, BBQ, Roast Turkey, Nuts, Mint Ice Cream

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight, honey

Fruit Salads, Pears and Ice Creams, Chocolate and Chocolate Desserts

Afternoon / Evening

Ideal taken hot with a twist of lemon or sliver of ginger, honey

Cashew Bars, Pecan Pie, Nuts and Nutbased desserts

Best taken straight

Pork Pie with Blueberry-clove jelly or Strawberry Jam with Iced Natural Infusion of

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Cold Cuts and Crudités Platter (chorizo, honey baked ham, olives, foie gras terrine, swiss cheese, sliced turkey)

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Lamb Tagine

Afternoon / Evening

Afternoon / Evening

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TERROIR OF THE REGIONS

"Ran Watte - delicate light and mellow "

Uda Watte - full-bodied, rounded and refreshing

Meda Watte - robust and very satisfying in flavour

"Yata Watte - strong, rich and full-bodied"

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Golden orange colour. Elegant structure, like a fine Champagne. Smooth, with a pinch of spiciness and a fine aroma with some peach and other citrus fruit.

High grown (6,000 feet above sea level), delicate infusion, light and mellow. In the style of fine Champagne!

Medium brown with tints of orange.

An almost savoury taste. Fruity, exotic perfume with a ‘balance’ in taste from the ample tannins, strong but not brooding. Comparable to a Pinot Noir wine made from grapes grown in cool climates. A tea that is delicate, radiant and elegant. High Grown (4,000-5,000 feet above sea level). Full-bodied, rounded and refreshing. In the style of Pinot Noir

An immediate sensation of strong, rich and full bodied flavor with an extra dimension of complexity and extract leading to a very satisfying mouth feel.

Mid Grown (2,000-3,000 feet above sea level). Strong, rich & full-bodied. In the style of Shiraz!

The expressiveness of a good Cabernet Sauvignon can be experienced in this dark brown tea. It tastes round, full, almost muscular, and juicy, with elements of ever so slightly sweet – spices and bayleaf. Very restoring indeed. And, like a good Cabernet, with a long, harmonious finale. Low Grown (upto 1,000 feet above sea level). Heavy, robust and deep in colour. In the style of Cabernet Sauvignon

All Day

Best taken straight, honey, lemon

Light Sandwich, Light Cakes, Scones

Breakfast, Morning, Lunch, Dinner

Best taken straight, honey, lemon

Breakfast, Praline Cake, Steak, Rich Fatty Meat, Desserts, Bananas

Morning / Afternoon

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Red Meats, Mexican Food, Spicy Food, Hamburger, Chocolate, Blue Stilton, Roquefort, Valdeon

Morning / Afternoon

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Red Meats (lamb), Pasta, Cheesecakes, Creamy Sauces

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DILMAH WATTE SERIES Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

"Lover's Leap Estate Pekoe 1 - delicate light and mellow "

Somerset Estate Pekoe full-bodied, rounded and refreshing

Dombagastalawa Estate strong, rich and full-bodied

"Nilagama Estate- strong, rich and full-bodied"

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Distinctive Features High Grown, at 5700 feet above sea level. High above the hill town of Nuwara Eliya, Lover’s Leap is a High Grown estate named after the tragic legend of two young lovers who leapt from the top of a picturesque waterfall on the estate. This is an area of outstanding beauty, where the crisp mountain air carries the fragrance of abundant cypress groves, eucalyptus and wild mint!

Pekoe Grade, altitude 4600 feet. A High Grown estate of 460 hectares, Somerset is in the famous Dimbula Valley on the Western slopes of Sri Lanka’s Tea Country. Tea was first planted here in the 1870s after the flourishing coffee industry was destroyed by a leaf blight.

Broken Orange Pekoe Special Grade, altitude 3300 feet. Dombagastalawa is a Mid Grown estate, established in the late 19th Century in the Nawalapitiya District, which offers extraordinary scenic beauty as well as outstanding teas.

Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe Grade, altitude 800 feet. Known for producing the finest low country tea, Nilagama is a Low Grown estate of just under 1,000 hectares. It was established in the early 19th Century and is located in the Ratnapura District, an area that is famous as the home of the Ceylon Sapphire gemstone.

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Best taken straight, honey, lemon

Baba Ganoush with Pita Bread, Japanese Bean Cake, Pralines and Cream, White Chocolate

Breakfast, Morning, Lunch, Dinner

Best taken straight, honey, lemon

Battered Deep Fried Chicken in Thai Sauce, Cannoli Siciliana, Chocolate Ice Cream, Dark Chocolate with Orange

Morning / Afternoon

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Melanzane alla Parmigiana, English Sticky Toffee, Strawberry Cheesecake, Milk Chocolate

Morning / Afternoon

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Teriyaki Burger, Kunafeh, Oreo Ice Cream, Dark Chocolate

All Day

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THE TEAMAKER’S PRIVATE RESERVE Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

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TEA MAKER’S PRIVATE RESERVE Black Tea Lover's Leap Estate Pekoe 1 - light, bright and elegant tea

3-5 mins

Rilhena Estate Ceylon Souchong - smoky character

3-5 mins

Rilhena Pekoe 1 - a fullbodied tea

3-5 mins

Dombagastalawa Estate BOP Special - bright and mellow

High elevation at which this exceptional tea was grown. Clear, amber liquor with highlights of gold and a delightfully elegant and refreshing character.

Smoked gently over the embers of cinnamon wood for three days after fermentation. A rare tea that ranks as an equivalent of a fine Islay Malt Whisky.

This tea is rich in flavour with a touch of malt and hints of fig and stewed fruit.

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Morning / Afternoon

3-5 mins

A medium-bodied tea with a noble personality enhanced by its natural brightness and rich character.

All day

Imboolpittia FBOP - bright and medium-bodied

3-5 mins

The liquor is bright and clean, with orange and burgundy hues promising a malty and medium-bodied tea.

All day

Mahagastotte BOP - bright, medium-strength

3-5 mins

Somerset Estate BOP medium-bodied

Darjeeling TGFOP (Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe) - a bright yet mellow tea

3-5 mins

Ginger and Rose Scented Dombagastalawa Estate FBOP - aromatic, throatwarming tea Single Estate Earl Grey strong, rich with bergamot note

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Bright and full-bodied tea that the Dimbulla Valley is famous for. Mediumbodied with intensity, a formidable tea that the picturesque region has ever produced.

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The most majestic amongst Indian Tea, Darjeeling Tea is grown in the foothills of the Himalayas. The leaves yield a golden orange liquor that offers a bright yet mellow tea, with the characteristic muscatel note.

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The alluring flavour and aroma of tropical mango produces a refined and delicious tea. The single estate tea partners with the fragrant and sweet flavour of mango to produce a beautifully harmonious tea.

Black Flavoured Tea Mango Scented Dombagastalawa Estate FBOP - tea with the sweet flavour of mango

Bright, medium-strength and refreshingly elegant; a tea with a sprightly and regal personality.

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The rose maintains seductive balance with a mellow Dombagastalawa Estate Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe, with a finish that is luxurious and tinged with a throat-warming ginger flavour.

A robust and distinctive Earl Grey tea that is unique due to the combination of bergamot and a strong Ceylon Single Estate tea.

All day

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All Day

Afternoon / Evening

Afternoon / Evening All day

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey

Baba Ganoush with Pita Bread, Japanese Beans Cake, Pralines and Cream, White Chocolate

Blue Cheese, Smoked Salmon Red Meats, Mexican Food, Spicy Food, Hamburger, Chocolate

Melanzane alla Parmigiana, English Sticky Toffee, Strawberry Cheesecake, Milk Chocolate

Brie, 70% Dark Chocolate, Strawberry Ice Cream

Breakfast, Praline Cake, Steak, Rich Fatty Meats, Desserts, Bananas

Battered Deep Fried Chicken in Thai Sauce, Cannoli Siciliana, Chocolate Ice Cream, Dark Chocolate with Orange

Best taken straight, lemon, honey

Afternoon Tea, Light Sandwich, Black Truffle Pasta or Truffle Mushroom Paste on Toast, Light Cake, White Chocolate, Duck

Best taken straight

Sweet Cakes and Pastries

Mint, rose petal (garnish)

Basmati Rice (biriyani) - rice served separately

Lemon, honey

Green Curry, Samosas, Curry Puffs, Spicy Meat, Dark Chocolate, Crème Brûlée

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Ceylon Artisanal Spice Chai - spicy and aromatic

3-5 mins

An authentic chai recipe that combines artisanal clove, ginger, cinnamon and lemongrass with medium-strength Ceylon Single Estate tea, producing a very unique all-natural chai.

2 mins

A natural and ancient combination of fragrant Jasmine Flowers and Green tea. The pale liquor produces a finely balanced, natural jasmine tea. A fragrant and gentle green tea softly enveloped with delicate jasmine.

Green Tea Imperial China Natural Jasmine Green Tea delicate, natural jasmine perfume Kandy Gunpowder Green Tea - bright Ceylon green tea

Somerset Estate BOP medium-bodied

Best taken straight

Steamed Fish, Rice, Salad

Midday, Afternoon

Best taken straight

Light Cream Cheese, Salad, Chicken

2 mins

The artfully handpicked silvery bud of Camellia sinensis with its soft, downy texture is supremely delicate. Silver Tips are handmade and gently nurtured in developing its refined character, using only filtered sunlight.

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight

Lemon Meringue or Key Lime Pie, most types of cheeses, Cream Cheesecake

4 mins

A refined and elegant infusion, especially delicate due to the use only of the flower of the chamomile, without the stalk and other elements that can introduce coarseness.

Afternoon / Evening

Best taken straight, honey

Apple Pie, Salads, BBQ, Roast Turkey, Nuts, Mint Ice Cream

3-5 mins

Darjeeling TGFOP (Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe) - a bright yet mellow tea

Afternoon / Evening

2 mins

Infusions

Chamomile Flowers - light, fragrant and calming

Crème Brûlée, Chocolate, Apple Pie

The brightness in this tea is extended by a piquancy that is a characteristic of Ceylon Green Teas. A citrus note lends a refreshing finish to its personality.

White tea

Imboolpittia Silver Tips light, delicate and mild on the palate

Honey

All day

3-5 mins

Bright and full-bodied tea that the Dimbulla Valley is famous for. Mediumbodied with intensity, a formidable tea that the picturesque region has ever produced.

The most majestic amongst Indian Tea, Darjeeling Tea is grown in the foothills of the Himalayas. The leaves yield a golden orange liquor that offers a bright yet mellow tea, with the characteristic muscatel note.

All day

All Day

Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey Best taken straight, lemon, honey

Battered Deep Fried Chicken in Thai Sauce, Cannoli Siciliana, Chocolate Ice Cream, Dark Chocolate with Orange

Afternoon Tea, Light Sandwich, Black Truffle Pasta or Truffle Mushroom Paste on Toast, Light Cake, White Chocolate, Duck

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Terroir of the regions Afternoon / Evening

Mixed Berries Classic Black Lemon and Lime Peach and Pear Blackcurrant Green Tea with Honey 30

Dilute with cold water and serve

Freshness, goodness and the real taste of garden fresh, single estate Ceylon tea.

Afternoon / Evening

Afternoon / Evening

Afternoon / Evening

Afternoon / Evening

Afternoon / Evening

Berries, honey Honey

Lemon

Peach, pear, fruit pieces

Fruit pieces, honey

Honey

Cold Foie Gras with Mixed Berry Agar Jelly on Toast

Korean Chicken served with Soy Milk

Grilled Salmon

Baked Risotto

Panna Cotta with Tea Kir

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FOUNDER’S ANNIVERSARY RESERVE Tea or Herb Name / Tasting note

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FOUNDER’S RESERVE Black Tea selection

BREAKFAST TEA - Bright, brisk and full bodied

3-5 mins

An energetic tea. Bright, brisk and full bodied with a rich, natural taste. Grown at 4,000ft above sea level.

Perfect at Breakfast

"Fresh mint leaves, sliver of fresh ginger, twist of lemon, honey"

2-3mins

A pure and gentle tea. Soft and delicate with lingering finish. Grown at 5,000ft above sea level.

All Day, after meals

Best taken straight

Spaghetti alle Vongole

Best taken straight

Sweet red bean Mochi

Lemon, Honey

Duck Breast a l’Orange

Green Tea selection CEYLON GREEN TEA - Pure, gentle and soft CEYLON GREEN TEA WITH LYCHEE AND GINGER - soft, gentle and natural

2-3mins

A serene, soft and gentle tea infused with natural lychee and ginger flavours.

Grown at 5,000ft above sea level.

All Day, after meals

3-5 mins

A deliciously fragrant gourmet tea.

Strong and full bodied with natural bergamot and honey. Grown at 3,000ft above sea level.

All Day

3-5 mins

A rejuvenating afternoon tea. A fragrant fusion of single region gourmet tea.

Grown at 4,000ft above sea level.

Afternoon

Best taken straight

Sausages and eggs

3-5 mins

A relaxing evening tea. A delicious fusion of tropical spice and natural coconut and vanilla flavours.

Evening

Best taken straight

Cold roast chicken sandwich with mayonnaise

Black Tea with Flavour NATURAL EARL GREY WITH HONEY - Fragrant, strong and full bodied CEYLON SINGLE REGION TEA WITH NATURAL CINNAMON, ORANGE AND HONEY - rejuvenating afternoon tea SERENE EVENING TEA WITH TUMERIC WITH COCONUT AND VANILLA - tropical spice and natural

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