It may surprise you to learn that the people of Ireland drink more tea per capita than any other population on Earth. It�s true. In fact your average Irish citizen drinks about 6 cups per day. What�s more, the cups they drink are so strong that you could almost stand a spoon upright in them. Indeed, the Irish prefer what some might call a sturdy cup of tea.
In order to provide the Irish with blends this strong, tea blenders supplying the market buy up top quality seasonal output from Assam and Kenya. The Assam teas are picked from the top production of the
Second Flush, a period of high growth in the month of June. The Kenyans selected are usually those produced in either February or August when the most flavorful leaf is grown. The Assam component of this Irish blend gives the cup a strong, deep malty character with heavy layers of astringency that dry the mouth, feeling almost as if you could chew the tea. (This is similar to the way a very dry wine can make you pucker.) The Kenyan teas provide a bright coppery colour with profound floral notes that add a complex depth to the cup.
Enjoy in the morning with toast, or a traditional Irish "fry-up!"
Country of Origin:India, Kenya Region: Assam, Kiambu Shipping Port: Calcutta, Mombasa Grade: BOP (Broken Orange Pekoe) Altitude: 1500 ft, 6500 ft above sea level Manufacture Type: CTC (Cut Torn and Curled) Cup Characteristics: A stout robust blend of February Kenya BP1 and 2nd flush Assam. Superb colour and very full bodied. Infusion: Bright and Coppery. Ingredients: Luxury black tea
