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Blue Mango
FLAVOURITE GREEN 50g
GRADE – Sencha – made to Japanese specifications
CAFFEINE/ANTIOXIDANT LEVEL: Low/ High
Cup characteristics: Like being carried on trade winds, notes of mango create exotic fruit pungency. Pineapple cubes added highlight to the mango character and …Try it today and if you become tempted to sell any family members in order to purchase more, don’t say we didn’t warn you!))
Luxury ingredients: Green tea, Pineapple pieces, Mallow petals, Natural flavours.
£ 6.50
In stock
PRODUCT ID: 518
Description
The Allure of the Blue Mango
Throughout history, the Blue Mango has captivated many, including Indian writer David Davidar. In his recent book, The House of Blue Mangoes, he describes the fruit as “astonishingly beautiful.” He notes how the blue mango glints against the dark green leaves of the tree. In Thailand, this fruit has an intriguing name: “The Brahmin Who Sells His Wife.” This name refers to a legend about a Thai man who fell in love with this fruit and sold his wife for a basketful of blue mangoes.
Eastern legend—though its exact origins remain unclear—claims that the flesh of this mango is so sweet that after eating just one, you won’t taste sugar for three days. After trying the pulpy, sweet fruit ourselves, we (Natteas) found this legend to be true. When we discovered this tea, we knew it had to join our collection; leaving it out would be a crime!
The Perfect Tea Blend
This tea boasts a smooth, sweet taste with a honey-like finish that enhances the natural flavour. The base is Sencha, a green tea known for its refreshing character. Sencha’s smoothness comes from its unique processing. While the same plants can produce both green and black teas, green tea skips the fermentation process.
Once picked, the leaves are steamed immediately and bruised by machine or by hand. They are then pan-fried or basket-fired, which gives the tea its glossy appearance. This careful processing results in a fresh and vibrant beverage that bursts with life.
Enjoy the Experience
Try some of this delightful tea today! If you find yourself tempted to sell any family members to buy more, don’t say we didn’t warn you. Indulge in this enchanting blend and savour the unique taste!
HOT BREWING METHOD:
Bring filtered or freshly drawn cold water to a rolling boil. Place 1 slightly heaping teaspoon of loose tea for each 7-9oz / 200-260ml of fluid volume in the teapot. Pour the boiling water into the teapot. Cover and let steep for 3-7 minutes according to taste (the longer the steeping time the stronger the tea). Milk and sugar are not recommended. Ideal Brewing Temperature: 85ºC/185ºF. For Food Safety reasons bring water to 100ºC/212ºF and let it cool down to 85ºC/185ºF.
ICED TEA BREWING METHOD
(Pitcher): (to make 1 liter/quart): Place 6 slightly heaping teaspoons of loose tea into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 1¼ cups/315ml over the tea. Steep for 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pitcher with cold water. Pour the tea into your serving pitcher, straining the tea. Add ice and top-up the pitcher with cold water. A rule of thumb when preparing freshly brewed iced tea is to increase the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted with cold water. (Note: Some luxury quality teas may turn cloudy when poured over ice. This is a sign of luxury quality and nothing to worry about!)
(Individual Serving):
Place 1 slightly heaping teaspoon of loose tea into a teapot for each serving required. Using filtered or freshly drawn cold water, boil and pour 6-7oz/170-200ml per serving over the tea. Cover and let steep for 5 minutes. Add hot tea to a 12oz/375ml acrylic glass filled with ice, straining the tea. Not all of the tea will fit, allowing for approximately an additional ½ serving. A rule of thumb when preparing freshly brewed iced tea is to increase the strength of hot tea since it will be poured over ice and diluted. (Note: Some luxury quality teas may turn cloudy when poured over ice. This is a sign of luxury quality and nothing to worry about!)
We strongly recommend using filtered or freshly drawn cold water brought to a rolling boil when brewing all types of tea. Today’s water has been known to carry viruses, parasites and bacteria. Boiling the water will kill these elements and reduce the potential incidence of water-borne illnesses.
