Tea
The great debate: black tea vs green tea
Black tea and green tea are the leading teas consumed around the world. Green tea has an advantage over black tea for its “perceived” health benefits, while black tea has the familiarity and versatility advantage. How can both teas aim to attract more consumers? By Anne-Marie Hardie
European Tea Society aims to inspire a new movement in specialty tea
The European Tea Society, initially conceived in 2017 and presented to industry professionals in 2018, has extended its membership offering to the wider European tea community.
Cornish tea company secures new export contracts
Truro-based Cornish tea company, Tregothnan, has secured new contract orders totalling £145,000 thanks to a government networking event bolstering its export pipeline across the globe.
Starbucks launches Bar Mixato at Shanghai Reserve Roastery
Starbucks has added Bar Mixato to its Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Shanghai, further elevating the multi-sensory experience of its offering in China.
teapigs is certified B Corp
British tea company, teapigs has officially been certified as a B Corp; joining a wonderful global community committed to using business as a force for good.
Awards honour tea changemakers
The Tea Association of the USA and the Tea & Herbal Association of Canada have announced the winners of the 4th annual Sustainability Awards at the North American Tea Conference in Miami for the tea sector.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Origins, Sustainability
Tea company goes for unusual new campaign
Traditionally, tea (and tea advertising) is generally predictable – zen, relaxing, calming.
Teatulia extends Masala Cha range
Teatulia has launched three new Masala Cha spiced hot drinks at its tea bar in Neal Street, Covent Garden.
Afternoon Tea awards winners announced
The winners of the Afternoon Tea Awards 2019, now in its 4th year, have been announced.
Foxtail Coffee partners with Yaupon Brothers to serve Florida-grown tea
Foxtail Coffee has partnered with Yaupon Brothers American Tea to serve organic, Florida-grown Yaupon Holly tea and other highly curated teas and tisanes at all 11 locations.
Blending, roasting & processing, Business, Origins, Product news
Australian brewer Victoria Bitter dips into tea category
Australian beer brand Victoria Bitter recently launched a beer-inspired limited-edition ‘VB Tea’ for Australian cricket fans to consume while watching The Ashes cricket series, currently taking place in the UK.
Premium and loose-leaf driving tea sales in UK coffee shops
World of Coffee recommends food service outlets explore premiumisation of tea, following its Project Tea Report 2019.
Van Rees Group awarded Royal designation
Netherlands-based independent tea trader Van Rees Group has been awarded the designation “Royal” by His Majesty King Willem-Alexander.
Teatulia wins Great Taste Award
Teatulia has won a 1-star Great Taste 2019 award for its Jasmine Green Tea.