The Tao of Tea, Sweet & Floral Blended Black Tea, Rose Petal Black, 4 oz (115 g)

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Description Artisan Quality Pure Leaf Teas Fresh Brews 70 Cups Rose Petal Black - None - Caffeine - MostOrigin Anhui, China Also known 'Meigui Hongcha', Rose Petal Black is a blend of the popular Chinese black tea 'Keemun' and fragrant red rose petals.Robust KeemunThe small leaf tea from Qimen county of Anhui province is best known as the main ingredient for the popular 'English Breakfast' blends. Red Rose PetalsAlthough there is a vast universe of rose varieties, the ideal for combining with Keemun are the red roses native to Qimen county. They have a distinct, sweet, cooling aroma that lends balance to the blend.Pairing Rose Petal Black pairs well with slightly spicy and oily foods. It also makes a good iced tea. One of our favorite recipes is to prepare a sauce from Rose Petal Black and pour it over vanilla ice cream.Best SeasonLate Summer is ideal for blending Rose Petal Black. This is when the flowers are in full bloom and at their most fragrant. Since it is a hardy black tea, it hold up well over the months.The Tao of TeaLike the Tao, the art of tea is universal. We began our work with tea in 1997 to be a connecting thread for tea culture. Practicing the art on a daily basis in our teahouses in Portland, Oregon we are a group of tea enthusiast from different backgrounds and cultures. We travel, learn, take delight and seek to offer pure leaf teas with great flavor, artistry and soul. Our reward comes through actions that help people's lives, sustain the art of tea and promise a healthy environment. Suggested Use Brew one level teaspoons of leaf in eight ounces of pure spring or filtered water at 185° F for four minutes. Other Ingredients Black tea leaves, red rose petals, natural rose essence. . Visit Manufacturer's Website