We can now offer the teas from this garden as certified organic! The tea industry has come to be Ruanda's most important economic sector and one of its largest employers. More than 90% of the production is exported. The plantation Rukeri was founded by Europeans almost 50 years ago and only produces 700 t of orthodox tea per year. In order to keep the leaves from breaking, they are moved only minimally during the withering process. Our quality has a long, wiry, mid-brown leaf and its taste is slightly spicy with a pleasant citrus note. The brightly shining cup releases a spicy-fresh aroma.
There are approximately 55 different varieties of lemon grass, which belongs to the family of sweet grass plants. Lemon grass has its origin in South East Asia, Sri Lanka, India and Australia. The plant, also known as Citronella, is mainly used as a spice in Asia cuisine. The dried plant is used in cut or ground form. However, the fresh stalk of lemon grass has an extraordinary, slightly rose-like and fresh, lemon aroma with an exotic note of its own. The fresh or dried leaves are also used in the tea blends for a thirst-quenching effect. The most popular variety is imported from India, whereas in India itself the plant is mainly used for the production of cosmetics and perfumes.
A paradise for gourmets: the mildly spicy and sweet notes of fennel and aniseed, combined with the full-flavoured, sweet aroma of the cocoa peel put a delicious drink into your cup. Flavour notes of Irish coffee and delicious cream caress this flavour composition wonderfully. In summary: a light, sweet and somewhat spicy herb tea blend with a “gentlemen’s” flavour. A herb tea indulgence of the special kind.
The rose hip is a bush that can reach heights of up to 5 m. Its 2 cm thick fruits are round or oval in shape and very tender. Rose hip varies from light to dark red, in autumn a real eye catcher in the woods. The plant originates in Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. Today, we import this product from different countries like Chile, Russia, Bulgaria and China. The rose hip peel is dried in wood-burning stoves and reaches us in big bags. It is especially suitable as a single fruit for a delicious and thirst-quenching infusion. In fruit tea blends it is today one of the most important ingredients and almost indispensable. By the way, the inner part of the rose hip, commonly known as itching powder, can of course, be used to drive other people crazy.
If you are looking for new tastes, you can really expect something different from this tea. The surprising flavour of the prickly pear has a taste, which is refreshing, finely sour, and reminds you of melons and pears. Belonging to the family of cactuses, this fruit most probably has its origins in Mexico and was already cultivated by the Aztecs. The tempting scent makes you long for summer and lifts your spirits. The balanced decoration leaves no room for improvement.
This new addition to our Assam range allows us to offer you yet another attractively priced consumer quality. Right towards the end of the harvest, at the end of August, any surplus teas are being offered at very attractive conditions. However, we don't simply care for the price, rather, we especially look for teas with an expressive, long, black leaf, a medium, copper-coloured cup and a slightly spicy, malty character. Ideal for beginners and price-sensitive tea drinkers.
Is there anything more popular than the flavour combination of orange and vanilla? We have combined this mellow aroma with the unique taste of our Lapacho - a creation which tastes like 7th heaven!
Sage is a bush, which can reach heights of up to 70 cm. The long and hairy leaves have a very delicious and aromatic scent; their colour is light olive-green. The taste is very typical and slightly bitter. Originally, sage derives from the Mediterran area. It is very common especially in the Adriatic region. Today, the plant is also cultivated in other European countries. Cut sage should be kept in dark and closed containers. Due to the high contents of essential oils, we do not recommend storage in containers made of plastic.
Who can resist this delicious red berry? It is best if freshly plucked from the plant and eaten immediately. Our sweet, fruity and creamy creation reminds you of Grandma's home-made strawberry cake with fruits from her own garden: a large spoonful freshly whipped sweet cream on the crispy, bright strawberries is most tempting. Our strawberry dream, however, bears no unexpected calories! A classic, which is a valuable addition to each assortment!
Select the highest quality of South African Rooibos teas, add the most popular spices of the world - pepper, cinnamon and cardamom, round it off with the freshness of lemon grass and a flavour combination of summer fresh citrus, a hint of smooth vanilla and a dash of peper - et voilá, you have created a taste to be enjoyed all year long!
