As one who has traveled the far corners of the globe in search of the perfect infusion—whether sipping brisk Darjeeling at the foot of the Himalayas or savoring the delicate umami of a Gyokuro tea in a quiet Kyoto teahouse—I approach any blend with a discerning palate. Enter Taylors of Harrogate Assorted Tea, a selection that dares to intrigue even the most experienced of tea aficionados.
This finely curated collection offers a delightful tour of the world’s most celebrated tea regions, each enveloped in an unassuming sachet that holds centuries of tradition within. The English Breakfast, a robust black tea with malty depth, is a nod to the finest Assam plantations. Its strength is tempered with just the right amount of briskness, perfect for the connoisseur who appreciates a full-bodied cup at dawn, preferably with a splash of the creamiest Devonshire milk.
The Earl Grey—a personal litmus test for any reputable tea company—delivers with its ethereal balance of bergamot oil and bright Ceylon leaves. The citrus note dances lightly across the palate, offering a sophisticated complexity that lingers well beyond the final sip, evoking memories of high tea on a shaded verandah in Colombo.
And then there is the Green Tea with Jasmine, a blend that hums with subtlety. Sourced from the most delicate of Chinese green teas, it carries the floral sweetness of jasmine like a whisper, never overpowering but inviting you to savor its ethereal aroma with each sip, reminiscent of twilight tea ceremonies in the heart of Suzhou.
The selection is rounded out with the Peppermint and Lemon & Orange blends—each refreshingly herbal and bright, providing the perfect palate cleanser after an indulgent meal or a moment of peace at the end of a long journey.
For those of us who appreciate tea not merely as a beverage but as a ritual—a global experience captured in every brew—Taylors of Harrogate has assembled an assortment worthy of the most refined tea chest. It’s a masterclass in flavor, blending tradition with excellence, and for the well-traveled tea snob, it serves as both a nostalgic journey and a reminder that the finest teas need not always be sourced from exotic faraway markets; sometimes, they arrive beautifully packaged, ready for your next pour.
English Breakfast Tea: Black Tea (100%) , Decaffeinated Breakfast Tea: Decaffeinated Black Tea (100%) , Assam Tea: Black Tea (100%6). Earl Grey Tea: Black Tea , Natural Flavouring (59%), Lemon & Orange Tea: Black Tea , Natural Lemon Flavouring with other Natural Flavourings (7%), Natural Orange Flavouring with other Natural Flavourings (5%), Green Tea with Jasmine: Green Tea scented with Jasmine (1oo%), Organic Peppermint: Organic Peppermint (100%), Organic Chamomile: Organic Chamomile (100%)
