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Loose Leaf Tea
Camellia Sinensis
Tea: leaf of the Camellia sinensis plant.
White Tea White tea: leaves and buds are delicately picked, handled and allowed to wither in natural sunlight but prevented from oxidising. The name "white tea" derives from the fine silvery-white hairs on the unopened buds of the tea plant, which gives the plant a whitish appearance. High water temperature scolds the leaf causing a bitter taste.
Yellow Tea Yellow tea: a special tea treated similarly to white tea, but with a slower drying phase, where the damp tea leaves are allowed to sit and yellow. The tea generally has a very yellow-green appearance and a smell different from both white tea and green tea. High water temperature scolds the leaf causing a bitter taste.
Green Tea Green tea: treated similar to white tea but may also be steamed and rolled to have a very flat appearance. Minimal oxidation occurs with some varieties having a vegetal type flavour. High water temperature scolds the leaf causing a bitter taste.
Oolong Tea / Blue Tea Oolong Tea: uniquely processed to allow withering of the plant leaf under strong sun. Oxidation occurs before curling and twisting. This part-oxidised tea is also know in China as Blue Tea. High water temperature scolds the leaf causing a bitter taste.
Black Tea (aka Red Tea in China) Black Tea: fully oxidised, stronger in flavour and more robust than the previous tea types. Typical and well known black leaf teas are Assam, Darjeeling and Keemun along with Lapsang Souchong and Earl Grey blends.
Pu Erh Tea Pu Erh Tea: also know as ‘formed’ tea or ‘antique’ tea. Fully oxidised dark tea produced in Yunnan province, China. The leaves are steamed post oxidation, pressed into a form or shape and then stored to mature for years and / or decades. Pu Erh ‘pies’ have been know to sell for thousands and tens of thousands of pounds!
InformationSTATEMENT from David J. Tovey:
As Proprietor of MonTeas, it is important to reassure all customers and stakeholders in contact with the business and myself, that I continue to observe the highest standards of personal hygiene in all daily activities.
My training originated with qualification gained from the Royal Institute of Public Health & Hygiene and has continued with ongoing updates from sources including the World Health Organisation and U.K. Government. Tea supplies are sufficient at this time for the forthcoming months and this continues to be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Tea Orders continue to be available for online shopping at www.monteas.co.uk and telephone orders are also accepted by calling 07967 475421. Please note that if your call cannot be answered immediately then a message should be left for a call back as soon as I am free to do so.
I would like to personally assure everyone of my very best service at all times and this period is no exception in doing everything I can to help you.
Thank you for your continued support.
Best wishes,
David.
David J. Tovey Proprietor: MonTeas of Monmouth
djtovey@monteas.co.uk 07967 475421
STORAGE: MonTeas now uses 100% non-plastic packaging, therefore, all loose leaf infusions should be stored separately to prevent flavour cross-over. For best longevity with quality integrity kept cool, in airtight containers and away from light, moisture and strong odours.
MonTeasZERO-WASTE / NO PLASTIC PACKAGING:
All Internet Orders and in-shop purchases utilise Zero Plastc packaging!
MonTeas is an independent retailer of over 100 fine loose leaf teas; over 30 herbal infusions; an extensive range of teapots and accessories, all located, since opening on 7th May 2012, in one of the finest towns in Wales - Monmouth.
For the best fair-trading, purest and highest quality products, MonTeas aligns with THE ETHICAL TEA PARTNERSHIP.
CUSTOMER"S OWN CONTAINERS - for instore purchases only:
* Bring your own whatever:
* Bag, box, tin - a container,
* As MonTeas will fill to renew
* With leaf for your favourite brew
* So Eco friendly - it's no brainer!!
MonTeas will use your own receptacle for loose leaf purchases with a discount too - applies to instore purchases only (subject to T's and C's).
MonTeas chosen Charity is 'MacMillan Cancer Support'.
SHOP OPENING HOURS:As of Monday, 4th January 2021 due to the introduction of Tier 4 (Wales):
COVID restrictions apply, as announced by H.M. Government / Welsh Assembly. However, Online and Telephone orders will continue to be processed and dispatched. Online orders can be submitted 24 hours, 7 days a week via www.monteas.co.uk
Click and collect is available with Online Orders for Collection within Revised Shop Opening as above and below OR TELEPHONE TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT:
Monday - CLOSED Tuesday - CLOSED Wednesday - 9am to 12 Noon for Collections Thursday - CLOSED Friday - CLOSED Saturday - 9am to 12 Noon for Collections Sunday - CLOSED BANK HOLIDAYS - CLOSED
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