Cartel is launching the most exciting range of Speciality teas.These teas will be launched by end of MAY 2011 ( thank you for your interest ).Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions.
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SPECIALITY TEAS IN STOCK
Cartel Speciality Tea Selection
1-Cartel High altitude Darjeeling (black).Origin -India
2-Cartel Jasmine Pearls (white).Origin - China
3-Cartel African Rooibos –Caffeine free (red) Origin -Africa
4-Cartel Vitality –Spearmint, calendula and alfalfa (herbal).Origin - Australia
5-Cartel Earl Grey-(bergamot).Origin -Sri Lanka
6-Cartel Japanese Sencha - (green).Origin-Japan
b1-Cartel-High Altitude Darjeeling (Black tea)
This high altitude tea is grown on picturesque steep slopes up to 4000 ft, surrounded by fresh air and pure mountain spring water. Our select high grown tea is hand-picked; artisan processed, and provides a bright , sparkling and brisk cup much lighter than other black teas because of its high altitude. Steep to you personal strength
b2-Cartel-Jasmine Pearls (White Tea)
Aromatic organic jasmine blossoms are used for scenting the most tender organic green tea leaves and buds then hand rolled into small pearls. Exquisite in flavour and aroma, and reputed to increase circulation, ease tension and reduce cholesterol. (Approx 6 per cup)
b3-Cartel-African Rooibos (Caffeine free Red Tea)
Our Single Estate South African Organic Rooibos is known for its distinctive red colour that presents a relished smooth and mellow flavour. Steep for 6 minutes
Caffeine free
b4-Cartel –Vitality (Herbal)
A delightful fresh herbal infusion of alfalfa, calendula flowers and spearmint
For the perfect infusion steep for 8 minutes
b5-Cartel –Earl Grey (Specialty)
Our own full leaf, premium Indian black tea expertly flavoured with natural, organic bergamot
For the perfect infusion steep to your personal strength
b6-Cartel-Japanese Sencha (Green)
A traditional Japanese Green tea with a smooth taste and a fresh, light scent.
Naturally low in caffeine ,steep for 6 minutes
1-High Altitude Darjeeling
Temp-82°C
The altitude for growing this tea can reach 2,135 metres and the Chinese variety of the tea plant is grown as it can withstand the cold winters and the cool summer nights of the Himalayan mountains.
This tea has an exquisite muscatel character and flowery aroma which earns it the title of the champagne of Indian teas.
Brew for 3-4 minutes
2-Jasmine Pearls(White)
Temp-(81-87 °C)
Chinese Jasmine “Pearl” Tea is made by tightly rolling fine, tender and pale green leaves and buds which are infused with the essence of fresh jasmine blossoms. After the infusing the flowers are removed leaving only the jasmine scented pearls.
The flavour of this tea is sweet, smooth clean and beautifully perfumed
Brew 2g of jasmine pearls in 225 ml of water for approx 3-4 minutes
3-African Rooibos
Temp- 82-93° C
This tea is from the African Red Bush and is an amazing tea. Rooibos is grown only in a small area in the region of the Western Cape province of South Africa. Generally, the leaves are oxidized, a process often, and inaccurately, referred to as fermentation by analogy with tea-processing .This process produces the distinctive brownish red colour if Rooibos for which it is famous.
The flavour is naturally sweet and slightly nutty and is best served with a slice of lemon and can be sweetened with honey. Traditionally it is not served with milk.
Rooibos is purported to assist with nervous tension, allergies and digestive problems and is caffeine free
Brew for 4-6 minutes
4-Cartel Vitality Tea-(Herbal)
Temp-71-77°C
Blend of Alfalfa, Calendula and Spearmint
Alfalfa-Is considered beneficial due to its high nutritional content
Calendula-Also called 'marigold', the calendula is an orange or yellow-coloured flower typically found in northern Mediterranean countries. Calendula has a tendency to bloom once a month or every new moon. Calendula may help detoxify and is thought to be anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial
Spearmint- Spearmint tea benefits have been known for many years. The spearmint plant originated in the Mediterranean and was revered by the Romans for its ability to “stir up the mind”. It is a refreshing tea with a light aroma as well as being caffeine free.
Steep for 6-8 minutes
5-Earl Grey Tea-(Black specialty)
Temp-88-93°C
Earl Grey Tea was named after the 2nd Earl Grey Charles of Britain in the 1830’s
Earl Grey tea is not actually a type of tea but a blend of quality black tea infused with a distinctive flavour and aroma derived from the addition of oil extracted from the rind of the bergamot orange, a fragrant citrus fruit.
The bergamot gives a beautiful, fresh citrus flavour .For additional sweetness serve with honey .
Steep 4-5 minutes or to desired strength
6-Sencha Tea-Japan (Green)
bSencha is the most popular tea in Japan, and represents about 80 percent of the tea produced in Japan. The flavour depends upon the season and place where it is produced.SenchaTea is a Japanesegreen tea, specifically one made without grinding the tea leaves. The word 'Sencha' literally means 'decocted tea”, referring to the method that the tea beverage is made from the dried tea leaves. This is the opposite for example to Matcha Tea, which is powdered Japanese green tea and in which case the green tea powder is mixed with hot water and therefore the leaf itself is included in the beverage.
It is considered that the ideal colour of the Sencha beverage is a greenish golden colour. Depending upon the temperature of the water used, the flavour will be different, and this also is the appeal of Sencha. With relatively not too hot water, it is relatively mellow; with hot water, it is more astringent.
The process by which Sencha is created differs from Chinesegreen teas, which are initially pan-fired (and could probably, therefore, more accurately be called 'roasted' teas). Japanese green tea is first steamed for between 15–20 seconds to prevent oxidization of the leaves. Then, the leaves are rolled, shaped, and dried. This step creates the customary thin cylindrical shape of the tea. Finally, after drying, the leaves are fried to aid in their preservation and to add flavour.
The initial steaming step imparts a difference in the flavour between Chinese and Japanese green tea, with Japanese green tea having a more vegetal, almost grassy flavour (some taste seaweed-like). Infusions from Sencha and other green teas that are steamed (like most common Japanese green teas) are also greener in colour and slightly more bitter than Chinese-style green teas.
Sencha in Japan is drunk hot in the cooler months and usually chilled in the summer months.
To make Sencha tea, simply place 1½ teaspoons of the Sencha tea leaves in a teapot that is half-filled with newly-boiled water. Let the mix steep and soak for 3 minutes (steeping for more than 3 minutes results in a bitter-tasting tea). Discard the leaves and enjoy the drink.
Cartel Specialty Teab-Sri Lanka
Name -Kirkoswald BOPF
Origin b–Sri Lanka
Type–Single origin estate, black
This is a thick,rich tea & harsh in liquor from Sri Lanka.It is a BOPF (broken orange flowery pekoe.It is a high grown (Dimbula) tea from the Dimbula region and grown at approximately 2400 ft above sea level.
The Dimbula region of Sri Lanka is located to the west of the central mountains. Like all districts in Ceylon, drenching monsoon rains douse the growing tea bushes, and the best teas are picked at dry periods during the first months of the year. Dimbula Ceylons exhibit characteristic Ceylon body and flavour.
The small broken leaf of this tea produces a rich and full cup .The flavour is smooth and balanced with pungency, richness and hints of sweetness
Caffeinelevel-Medium
Brew time-3-5minutesdepending on required strength
Name -Sommerset BOP
Origin-Sri Lanka
Type-Single orgin Estate Tea-Black
This is a bright tea which is of a lighter liquor than Kirkoswald. This plantation borders the town of NuwaraEliya which is the highest point in Sri Lanka.
NuwaraEliya is known to produce the Champagne of Ceylon teas. This is also part of the Dimbula region.
Caffeine-Medium
Brew time 3-5 minutes depending on strength
Name-Tea bank PEKOE
Type-Single origin Estate Tea-Black
This tea is from the Ruhunu regionapprox 2000 feet above sea level.Ruhuna is the only major tea producing region of Sri Lanka that touches the coast. Its unique terrainimparts a rich, full, malty, sweet flavour. Ruhuna tea typically has a lingering aftertaste and a thick mouth feel.
Caffeine –Medium
Brew time 3-5 minutes
Name Kennilworthb-OP
The Kennilworth estate produces some of the best teas in Sri Lanka. It is a bold leaf style and is grown at a medium elevation. A beautiful tea for the Ceylon enthusiastb. A great tea with milk
Caffeine-medium
Brew-3-6 minutes
Name –Kalubowitiyana-PDF1
Type-Black
This is a low grown tea from Sri Lanka which is of very thick & harsh liquor and which is very rich in colour. This is an expensive tea and is normally used as part of a blend.
Brew time -3-6 minutes
Name -Organic Hojicha Tea
Origin Japan
Type -Green
An organic, green tea which is a favourite of the Japanese.
The tea is made of organic Japanese Bancha tea (tea made from the mature leaves of the tea plant).
Organic Hojicha Tea is a mixture of both pan fired and slow roasted green tea leaves that produce a rich nutty brew that has almost no bitterness and with a finish that is caramel like due to it’s smoothness.
This organic tea has low levels of caffeine which makes it an ideal tea for relaxation after a meal.
The Hojicha Tea’s flavour can be further enhanced by the addition of a slice of lemon or orange
Caffeine level-Light
Brew time-2-3 minutes
Name-Cartel Citron Infused Green Tea
Origin Sri Lankan and China Green Teas blended with Natural Australian Citrus
Type-Green
Ingredients: Green tea (Camellia Sinensis), mandarin peel, orange peel, natural lime and lemon flavour.
A bright, fresh green tea with citrus notes of lime and lemon.
Caffeine level-Medium
Brew time-3-5 minutes ,best served without milk
Nameb-High Grade Sencha
Origin-Japan
Sencha green tea is first steamed for between 15–20 seconds to prevent oxidization of the leaves. Then, the leaves are rolled, shaped, and dried. This step creates the customary thin cylindrical shape of the tea. Finally, after drying, the leaves are fried to aid in their preservation and to add flavour.
Cartel Sencha is rich with marine notes and a finish of sweet melon , acomplex, satisfying cup.
Caffeine level-Light to medium
Brew Time- 3 minutes
Name-Organic Genmaicha
Origin-JapanType-Green
Genmaicha is known as the people’s tea of Japan
Its flavour is mild and combines the fresh grassy flavour of green tea with the aroma of the roasted rice. The water to steep this tea should typically be about 80–85 °C (176–185 °F). A steeping time of 3–5 minutes is recommended, depending on desired strength
Ingredients-Organic Japanese green tea, roasted brown rice
Name-bGolden Danchong Oolong
Orbigin-China
Type-Oolong
Premium Dan Chong (Da Cong) oolong is showered with golden sweet Osmanthus flowers. It has a faint roasted taste with soothing fragrance. A beautiful after dinner tea.
Ingredients: Oolong tea (Camellia Sinensis, China), Osmanthus flowers-China
Brew time-3-5 minutes
Caffeine level –medium
Name-bGin Shan White Dragon
Origin –Taiwan
White Dragon is a beautiful large leaf oolong tea from Taiwan. The light green,golden infusion has a welcoming milky fragrance and its flavoursome aftertaste makes this tea very addictive!
Ingredients :Oolong tea (Camelia Sinensis, Taiwan)
Caffeine level-medium
Name-Lapsang Souchong
Originb-China
Type -Black
Lapsang Souching is an organic black tea from the Fujian province in China, it is also known as Russian Caravan tea.
To create this tea the leaves are slowly dried in bamboo baskets over natural pine root fires, achieving a perfect balance of smoke and tea flavour. This is a unique rich Chinese black tea which suits a sophisticated palate.
Made from large and thick leaves Lapsang Souchong produces an intensely smoky brew and is a good tea for stimulating digestion
Ingredients-Camelia Sinensis
Brew Time-3-5 minutes
Name -Organic Darjeeling Estate
Originb-bIndia
Type -Black-(First Flushb)
Darjeeling Estate first flush is an organic Darjeeling tea using leaves from the venerable Mim estate.
These silver tipped tea leaves yield a fruity and floral flavour resulting in an aromatic and memorable cup.
Picked in the spring from a 140-year-old garden, the farm is tucked away in the mountain folds of India's Darjeeling region.
The aroma is light and brisk with sweet floral notes, a touch of honey and a hint of almonds. b.
Name-Organic English Breakfastb-FBOP
Originb-bSouth India. From IMO certified plantation.
A traditional, black tea with a good balance of strength aroma and flavour.
Serving information- 1 teaspoon / 3g of tea per cup. Pour in boiling water and let it steep for 1 minute or 3 minutes if adding milk or lemon
Ingredients: Black tea (Camellia Sinensis)
Caffeine-Light to Medium
