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Green Teas
Green teas are the teas that are primarily consumed in Asia. Japan for example only produces green tea. Green tea is considered a "pure" tea, meaning it doesn't undergo an oxidation process. The leaves are placed for 20 to 30 seconds in large iron basins heated to about 100 Celsius. This operation destroys the enzyme that causes fermentation. The leaves, then, remain green. In Japan, this process is accomplished by exposing the leaves to steam. The leaves are then rolled. As for black tea, the smaller and more tightly rolled the leaf, the more robust the tea, as more components are released. The drying process allows some evaporation of the water contained in the leaves to prevent mould. Finally, sorting is the step where the grades are separated out. Its health benefits are manifold. Although green tea naturally contains caffeine, one mug's worth contains less than a fourth as much as the average cup of coffee. For people trying to cut their caffeine consumption, switching from coffee to green tea is a very healthy alternative. Scientists have shown a correlation between green tea consumption and reduced cancer risk, weight loss, and improved heart health. Green tea also possesses a small amount of natural fluoride, an element which strengthens bones. And anyone who has ever had a sore throat can definitely attest to the soothing power of green tea with honey in it.

Brewing: Heat the water to just below boiling point and then let it stand for a few minutes to cool. Pour it over your tea leaves and steep for 45 seconds to 1 minute. With the more delicate green and white tea leaves if you use water that is too hot you can scald the tea causing it to taste bitter. Most green teas can be infused more than once.

Bamboo Shoots Flavoured Green
Genmaicha, Green Tea, Ginger, Cardamom, Bamboo Shoots, Red Peppercorns, Papaya Pieces, Shredded Coconut, Pineapple Pieces
Premium: 4

Cinnamon Star
A combination flavor that is hard to beat! One of the nicest green teas with a high quality white chocolate flavor!
Ingredients: Green tea, cinnamon sugar, white chocolate stars, orange peel, rose blossoms, clove and flavour
Premium: 4

Dew Drops
Green tea blend infused with a with a fruity flavor.
Ingredients: Green tea, sunflower and cornflower petals
Premium: 4

Green Tea Chai
Superb green tea blended with fresh Indian spices or real chai! Delicious, especially with milk and sugar.
Ingredients: Sri Lanka Green Tea, Cinnamon, Cardamom, Clove, Curry Leaves, Rampe, Lemongrass, Aniseed, Cumin, Sweet cumin, Coriander.
Premium: 2

Granny Green Apple
Luscious apple with hints of sweet caramel abound. The finish is lightly astringent like a Granny Smith apple.
Ingredients: Green Tea, apple pieces, natural flavors.
Premium: 1

Organic Osprey Gunpowder
A special, new season green tea with surprising body and a captivating taste. Infusion tends dark green.
Origin: China Region: Zhejiang Province, Grade: Osprey Gunpowder
Premium: 2

Peachberry
A very smooth, rich treat!
Ingredients: Sencha Green Tea, Strawberry Slices, Sunflower Blossoms and Peach flavoring.
Premium: 4

Pomegranate Hibiscus Green
Hibiscus and pomegranate were made for each other! Tart with floral highlights � a cleansing and lightly refreshing cup!
Premium: 2

Sencha Kyoto Cherry Rose
Simply stunning. A blend of high quality green tea with sweet cherry and morning rose flavor. A tea to remember.
Origin: China Region: Hunan Province Grade: Sencha
Premium: 1

Sencha Regular
A pan fried delicate green tea with a vitalizing vegetal aroma and smooth aftertaste.
Premium: 2

Spring Wind Jasmine
Green tea dried with fresh jasmine blossoms. After the tea is scented with jasmine, the blossoms are removed. Very fragrant.
Ingredients: Green tea, jasmine fragrance.
Premium: 3

Sun of the East
A fine green tea blended with blossoms, orange peel and exotic flavours. This makes a wonderful iced tea anytime of the year!
Ingredients: Green tea, blossoms, orange peel and natural flavours.
Premium: 2

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