CAFFEINE/ANTIOXIDANT LEVEL: Medium/High

CUP CHARACTERISTICS: One of our most flavorful teas. The dramatic combination of vanilla and grenadine ensures a particularly satisfying cup.

LUXURY INGREDIENTS: Black tea, Calendula + Sunflower petals, Natural flavors

INFORMATION:  Certainly a ‘mysterious’ blend despite being a delicious mixture of grenadine and vanilla. Perhaps first created by Tibetan monks – infused with universal life energy, this tea is a perfect all-day treat; sweet and toasty with a touch of dryness and a subtle bouquet. Originally, it is believed that this blend was developed by monks to support their life’s desires, especially the work that they did all by hand. Tea is an item that these monks considered good for the soul. Franciscan monks used to drink this tea to keep them awake during long periods of mediation. It is fair to say that this is an ancient and harmonious blend, as it is also used by Buddhist and Taoist monks.

We only use teas from the top 3 growing regions of Sri Lanka – Nuwara Eliya, Dimbula, and Uva. Dimbula and the western estates of Nuwara Eliya have a major peak during Jan/Feb, whereas Uva and the eastern estates of Nuwara Eliya have their peak in July/Aug. This dual peak period allows us to buy the best for our flavored tea several times a year. These high-grown districts produce teas that have classic ‘Ceylon’ tea character, noted by floral bouquet and flavor notes, touches of astringency, and bright coppery color. Perfect as the base of our flavored teas. [We tested teas from various other origins around the world as a base for our flavored teas, but none made the grade.] Flavoring oils, not artificial crystals, give the tea drinker high-quality tea that tastes great.