Chinese Tea
When it comes to a cuppa, it’s China to which we owe our thanks. Even the most common words for the world’s favourite beverage – ‘cha’ and ‘tea’ – have their origins in China, where, legend has it, Emperor Shennong discovered it close to 5,000 years ago. In our online store, you will discover some of the finest examples of Chinese loose-leaf tea available: delicate white tea; light and fragrant Jasmine Dragon Pearls green tea; aged and earthy Pu-erh; charismatic oolongs; and cult brews such as smoky Tarry Lapsang Souchong black tea. Enjoy the journey!
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About Our Chinese Teas
China is well-known and respected for its long-standing and varied history of tea production, particularly from the Fujian Province. The name of the Camellia sinensis tea plant hints at its homeland – ‘Sino’ meaning ‘of China’. This heritage has given rise to some of the finest tea leaves in the industry, and our selection of luxury Chinese loose-leaf tea reflects that fact, with the inclusion of some of the highest quality and rarest teas available. Browse our collection and explore Chinese tea culture as you learn about these fascinating speciality teas: Lincang Ripe Pu-erh, White Peony and Flowering Tea Bulbs, to name a few.
Serving Chinese Tea
China is the original birthplace of the tea ceremony, and with our elegant collection of specialist glass teaware we invite you to create your own. Among our Teaware you’ll also find a range of stylish gaiwans and an authentic Yixing clay teapot – perfect for brewing black, oolong tea or Pu-erh.
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Jasmine Basket - Flowering Tea Bulb
From £8.45 for 5 Bulbs
Fragrant jasmine is at the heart of this luxury flowering infusion, made with premium blooms and the highest grade of green tea from Fujian’s spring harvest.
From: Fujian Province, China
Lincang Ripe Pu-Erh - 9 Year Aged Loose Leaf Tea
From £10.50 for 50g Pack
Skilfully crafted by farmers in Lincang, a region renowned for making high-quality Pu Erh teas, this 9 year ripened Pu Erh tea is wonderfully deep and complex.
From: Yunnan Province, China
Raw Pu-Erh Cake
£9.95 for 100g Cake
With its smooth, earthy flavour, this Raw Pu-erh Cake from Yunnan is the perfect choice for both seasoned and novice drinkers of this speciality Chinese tea.
From: Yunnan Province, China
Perfect Rose - Flowering Tea Bulb
From £8.45 for 5 Bulbs
Fragrant jasmine, rosebuds and marigold, all perfectly tied up with premium green tea from Fujian’s famed spring harvest – this is how you say it with flowers.
From: Fujian Province, China
Lily Heart Flowering Tea Bulbs
From £8.45 for 5 Bulbs
Fragrant rose and lily flowers, all perfectly tied up with premium green tea from Fujian’s famed spring harvest – this is how you say it with flowers.
From: Fujian Province, China
Oriental Beauty Flowering Tea Bulbs
From £8.45 for 5 Bulbs
Fragrant jasmine and chrysanthemum, all perfectly tied up with premium green tea from Fujian’s famed spring harvest – this is how you say it with flowers.
From: Fujian Province, China
Melody Flowering Tea Bulbs
From £8.45 for 5 Bulbs
Fragrant jasmine and roselle all perfectly tied up with premium green tea from Fujian’s famed spring harvest – this is how you say it with flowers.
From: Fujian Province, China
Da Hong Pao - Loose Leaf Tea
From £7.50 for 50g Pack
A remarkable tea that combines tradition and rich cultural heritage for a breathtaking smooth and floral brew with toasted nutty and caramel notes.
From: China
Queen Charlotte - Flowering Tea Bulbs
£9.45
Introducing our collaborative teabag collection with the National Portrait Gallery.
From: Fujian Province, China