Upton Teaquarterly

UPTON TEA QUARTERLY .Established 1989.

Vol 27 No. 1 Holliston, Massachusetts Winter, 2017

A Modern-Day Tea Journey

“T he island of Sri Lanka, historically known as Lanka (or Illankai) to the Singhalese and Tamil inhabitants, was called Ceylan by Dutch conquerors of the 17th century. The British overtook the Dutch in the early 19th century, altered the name to Ceylon, and proceeded to develop coffee, rubber and tea plantations on a massive scale. Upon gaining independence in 1948, the name of the new island-country became Sri (meaning “auspicious”) Lanka, affirming its rich heritage. The coffees produced on the original British plantations – and the teas that replaced those coffees starting in the 1860s when devastating disease overcame the coffee trees – are still called

CEYLON, HOME OF GOOD TEA, INDIA (BOMBAY), 1950S. Ceylons.”

Please turn to page 48.

Our Customer Service Order online, by mail, fax, phone or e-mail department is available A fax can usually be sent for less than the price of for personal assistance a stamp! Orders are typically shipped the next Monday through Friday from business day. Refer to the order form on page 55 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Eastern Time. for details and hours of operation. Noteworthy... Visit our website at www.uptontea.com We are introducing over sixty new teas in this issue of our newsletter. Phone Orders: ...... (800) 234-8327 Other Business: ...... (508) 474-6840 Additional 2017 teas (mostly from India and Fax Orders: ...... (508) 429-0918 Sri Lanka) are in transit and will be arriving by E-mail: ...... [email protected] early December. As always, new teas will be posted on our website, www.uptontea.com, as they arrive. Table of Contents The period of November 21 through A Modern-Day Tea Journey ...... 1,48-50 December 20 will be especially busy at Upton Tea Noteworthy ...... 2 Imports. Note that at the height of the holiday A Note to our Valued Customers ...... 3 Our Custom Tea Thermometer and Cupweight Scale . . 4 season, carriers suspend any delivery-time Electric Kettle and Chatsford® Teapots ...... 5 guarantees and may experience delays. Please allow Replacement Infuser Baskets ...... 5 a few extra days for holiday shipments. We will be The Upton Tea Imports Mailing List ...... 6 closed on Monday, December 25, Tuesday, Organic Certification...... 6 Glass and Ai Cha Teapots ...... 6 December 26, and Monday, January 1. As always, Packaging Options ...... 7 we appreciate your support. Samples ...... 7 Current Tea Offerings First-time customers are often surprised to Teas of India ...... 7-15 see that packets and tins of tea are personalized. Teas of Nepal & Himalayan Region ...... 16 Teas of China ...... 17-26 Those who prefer no personalization, or who wish Iced Tea Selections ...... 27 to have alternate names printed on certain packets, Season's Pick Teas ...... 28 may specify their choice while ordering. Web Teas of Formosa (Taiwan) ...... 30-31 customers may do so during checkout (after Teas of Africa ...... 31 Teas of Ceylon (Sri Lanka) ...... 32-36 address confirmation). Refer to Our Packaging on Teas of Korea, Indonesia & Vietnam ...... 37 page 7 for limitations and additional information. Teas of Japan ...... 37-39 Traditional Blends & Earl Grey ...... 40-42 www.uptontea.com: We are a traditional mail- Fruit & Flavored Teas ...... 42-43 order company with a focus on personal customer Decaffeinated Teas, Premium Decaffeinated Teas. . 44 service. Our website is an extension of our service Tisanes & Infusions ...... 45-46 Sampler Sets in Tins ...... 47 and provides information and convenient order Warranties and Return Policy...... 51 entry 24 hours a day. Visit our website for the most Gift Certificates...... 51 Tea Infusers & Strainers...... 52-53 recent additions to our tea list. Our website also ® lists a number of limited-edition products and Finum Permanent Filters and Filter Cups...... 52-53 Cosies for Chatsford Teapots...... 53 specialty items that are not included in the Upton Tea Scoops ...... 53 Tea Qu ar t e rl y , s u c h a s J a p a n e s e S e n c h a t e a p o t s . Gift Sets with Optional Gift Wrapping...... 54 Order Blank ...... 55 The Chatsford Teapot by Homer Laughlin ...... 56

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We offer a 10-ounce porcelain mug with the Copyright ©2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC. All rights reserved. No Upton Tea Imports teapot logo. At the base of part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval sys- the mug are the names of the principal tea tem, or transmitted in any form or by any means (electronic, sources: “Africa - China - India - Japan - Nepal mechanical, photocopying, or otherwise) without the prior written - Sri Lanka - Taiwan”, printed in reverse (white-on-black). permission of the copyright owner. The name “Upton Tea Imports” is in dark green. A gold POSTMASTER: IF NOT FORWARDABLE, rim tops the mug. Hand washing is recommended to pre- PLEASE DELIVER TO CURRENT RESIDENT. serve the gold rim, which is not microwave-safe. Item AM50: $5.25 (MA price $5.58 including sales tax)

November 7, 2017

A Note to our Valued Customers:

We launched our new website on September 7th. Some customers have questioned why it was necessary to change our “old faithful.” Our website had traveled well with us over the years. Many of you had ordered your favorite teas there and discovered new ones, which you shared with family and friends. It was a familiar place to rely upon when it was time to restock your tea supply. And as our teas change from season to season, so has the world of technology evolved and changed. And now, there are new technology changes at Upton Tea Imports.

The immediate benefits of our new website are a less cluttered look, heightened security and larger tea photographs. Thank you to our loyal customers who have shared their feedback with us in recent weeks. We quickly added additional functionality; including the ability to review order history, new sort functions, increased visibility of tea descriptions and out of stock teas as well as an improved FAQ page. We are working hard to add more features in the coming months, such as a Loyalty Program for our long-time customers, a library of newsletter articles, and a Tea Education section.

Some of the website feedback we’ve received has been about logging into the website for the first time. During your first visit to our new website, you will need to Sign Up for a new account. We encourage our existing customers to use the same e-mail address as before so that your order history will be available in your new account. Please note that our password require- ments have changed for added security. We are happy to assist you with setting up your new account. Please call (800)234-8327 (M-F, 9a-5p ET) or e-mail [email protected].

As always, our commitment is to remain loyal to our Upton Tea traditions and values. We invite you to come visit our new website and check out our 60 new teas, introduced in this newsletter!

Thank you for your support.

Happy tea drinking....

...The Staff at Upton Tea Imports

DIGITAL POCKET TEA SCALE Premium teas come in a wide range of leaf styles, varying from fine CTC grades to ultra bold-leaf white teas. This tremendous range of leaf style makes measuring tea by volume imprecise. Our digital tea scale solves this problem in a unique way, by introducing a special Cupweight mode. In this mode, the scale displays the precise number of cups that a portion of tea will yield, based on the industry standard of 2.25 grams per 6-ounce cup. Note Scale in Cupwt mode weighs in that this scale will also weigh in grams, ounces and pennyweight (dwt cup units, equal to 2.25 grams. mode).

SPECIFICATIONS www.uptontea.com Capacity: 200g / 7.05 oz / 128.6 dwt / 88.88 Cupwt Readability: 0.05g / 0.001 oz / 0.05 dwt / 0.01 ozt / 0.05 Cupwt Auto shutoff (default): 60 seconds off Operating temperature: 10-30°C (50-86°F) Battery: Four (4) AAA Alkaline batteries (not included) Capacity: 200g Graduation: 0.05g Display: Backlit LCD 5 digits with 2 or 3 decimal places Dimensions: 128x77x19mm, 5x3x0.75 inches (hinged cover closed) Weight: 134g with batteries

Each scale is precisely calibrated at the factory. For those who wish to Detail of Backlit Display periodically calibrate their scale according to the instruction manual, we offer a 200-gram calibration weight. To test calibration, place a dime on the scale platform. A dime will weigh approximately 2.25 grams (1.00 cupwt), depending on wear and condition. Variation from 2.25 grams by more than 0.05 gram may indicate a need for calibration. Made in China.

Item AR44: Digital Tea Scale Price: $26.75 (MA price $28.42) (MA price includes Item AR45: 200-gram calibration weight Price: $4.75 (MA price $5.05) 6¼% sales tax)

TEA THERMOMETER Using the right water temperature is very important when preparing a cup of tea. We have created an easy-to-use, three-color temperature circle, to indicate the appropriate temperature for steeping tea. The circle is divided into three ranges:

Dial face has three color- Green Tea: 140 – 180°F (green zone) coded temperature zones Oolong Tea: 180 – 200°F (blue zone) for steeping tea. Black Tea: Up to 212°F (black zone)

At Upton Tea Imports, we find it easiest to use an electric kettle to heat the water to the boiling point, then place the stem of the thermometer into the kettle between the lid and rim, and monitor the temperature until it lowers to the desired level. Caution: Let the water cool a bit before removing the lid of a kettle and use extreme caution to avoid exposure to hot steam. Note that the steeping temperature on our packets is a recommendation only. You may find that certain teas are more suited to your palate when steeped at a higher or lower temperature. Vary the steeping temperature and length of time to achieve the desired strength and flavor profile that optimizes your enjoyment. As always, there is no substitute for experimentation. When using this thermometer for other purposes, do not expose the dial face and plastic lens to high heat. Note that calibration may be required occasionally to make sure the boiling point matches the appropriate temperature for boiling water at your altitude. The adjustment nut at the base of the thermometer dial will rotate the dial face for simple calibration adjustments. Made in China. Item AR21: One Thermometer Price: $6.50 (MA price $6.91) (MA price includes Item AR22: Two Thermometers Price: $9.76 (MA price $10.37) 6¼% sales tax)

Upton Tea Imports Our website, www.uptontea.com, has a Electric Kettle number of accessory items that are The Upton Tea Imports® Electric Kettle not listed in our quarterly newsletter. is made from quality materials and elec- trical components. Perfect for heating 10 to 40 ounces of water, this 1200W These items are available in limited model will bring water to a boil in approximately five minutes and then shut off upon reaching the boiling point. quantities and are only available while supplies last. This cordless kettle has an automatic safety shut-off and features a brushed stainless steel finish. Made in China. New accessory items will be posted on Item: AK12 1200 Watt our website as soon as they arrive. Price $24.75 Electric Kettle MA Price* $26.30

* MA price includes 6¼% sales tax, required for shipments to Massachusetts.

Porcelain Chatsford Teapot This sturdy version of the Chatsford Teapot is designed for catering use. The ceramics are manufactured in South Korea, source of some of the finest porcelain teapots produced today. The black infuser basket (included) has the lift-out tab on the right side of the handle (catering-style, like the Steelite® teapot, which has been discontinued). This configuration is also convenient for left-handed imbibers! Available only in 2-cup size (white only), the East style, with a sturdy stainless steel handle. Order the Catering Version of the strainer basket (below) for this series when you need a spare. Note that this version of the Chats- ford Teapot is only available from Upton Tea Imports. 2-cup East Item: APC2 Porcelain Price $55.00 * MA price includes 6¼% sales tax, required for shipments to Massachusetts. Teapot MA Price* $58.44

20-ounce Chatsford Teapots We are pleased to introduce our new Chatsford Teapot, produced for us by the Homer Laughlin China Company at the East Liverpool, Ohio facilities of their sister company, Hall China. This teapot is available in three of Homer Laughlin’s famous FIESTA® colors: scarlet red, bright white, and cobalt blue. It comes with a standard red Chatsford 4-cup strainer basket.

AP14W (bright white): $49.99; AP14S (scarlet red): $49.99; AP14C (cobalt blue): $49.99 This teapot is comparable to the Steelite® vitrified hotelware teapot that we offered fifteen years ago, both in price and in rugged durability.

Chatsford Infuser Baskets, Suitable for Upton Tea Imports’ Teapots & Mugs Strainer Baskets for All but Catering Version Catering (Steelite/Porcelain) Version** Please note: Price MA Price* Replacement Brown Red Orange Blue Black White Green strainer baskets Mug AS11B $6.50 $6.91 are not suitable 2-cup AS12B AS12R AS124 AS52L AS52K AS52W AS52G $4.50 $4.78 for use in 4-cup AS14R AS54L $7.25 $7.70 ordinary 6-cup AS16B AS16R $6.00 $6.38 teapots 8/10-cup AS19B AS19R $8.50 $9.03 * MA price on accessories includes 6¼% sales tax, required for shipments to Massachusetts. ** The “catering” version of the strainer basket is designed for the Steelite teapot and the porcelain (S. Korean) version above.

For those who enjoy receiving our newsletter Upton Tea Imports’ Organic Certification Unlike mainstream mail-order companies, we do not flood the mail with catalogs; only four issues of the Upton Tea Imports is certified by Baystate Upton Tea Quarterly are mailed each year. We only send a Organic Certifiers as a handler and repacker of organic catalog to customers who request it and who order with teas. Under the guidelines of the USDA National some regularity, which can be as little as once every two Organic Program (NOP), we only label teas as organic if years. they are NOP certified. The United States now has a recognition New callers who do not specify that we send only agreement with Japan. This allows a foreign government one catalog will receive approximately six catalogs over an to accredit certifying agents (e.g. JONA) in that country eighteen month period. Those who place at least one to the USDA NOP organic standards. These agents are order during that period will continue to receive the authorized to certify organic farms and processors to Quarterly. ensure that the organic products meet or exceed all USDA NOP standards. When we import an item that There have been a few instances where customers comes factory-packed, it will say it is Certified Organic have been ordering regularly and suddenly stop receiving by JONA. Because we are not repacking these items, they our Quarterly, even though they prefer to continue will be marked with a “J” in our catalog and are certified receiving it. The simple example is where a customer has by JONA to the NOP standards. moved and not notified us of their change of address. We also sell a few teas that are certified organic Normally, bulk mailings do not receive forwarding service for the EU market but not the US market. These teas will from the U.S. Post Office. not be labeled as organic but we will mark them in the catalog with an “E” to indicate its organic certification in A customer who establishes a new web account the European Union (e.g., page 45). will be automatically added to the mailing list for our printed catalog. If you prefer to not be on our mailing list, please call our Customer Service department during normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST) if you have any questions on this.

Glass Te a p o t s APG4G, APG6G APG2S APG4S APG6S We now have handcrafted borosilicate glass teapots in two styles. The first style, pictured on the left, comes in two sizes and is equipped with a glass lid and glass infuser. The second style, illustrated in the three images on the right, comes with a stainless steel lid and infuser. Note that the second series has a wire coil filter at the base of the spout, which can be removed if desired. When steeping bold-leaf Oolongs and display teas, the wire coil will effectively filter the tea leaves, eliminating the need for the large stainless steel infuser. These tea- With Glass Lid and Infuser With Stainless Steel Lid and Infuser pots should be hand washed and Glass 17 ounce 24 ounce 14 ounce 17 ounce 23 ounce are not suitable for microwave Teapots use. Please visit our website for APG4G APG6G APG2S APG4S APG6S additional images. Made in China. Price $20.00 Sold Out $20.50 $20.75 $29.00 MA Price* $21.25 Sold Out $21.78 $22.05 $30.81

Our earthenware Ai Cha Teapots are made in China and come with a stainless steel mesh infuser and flip-top stain- Ai Cha less steel lid. Available in three sizes and five colors. Not suitable for microwave use. Sun Spring Azure MA Color: Black Cream Price Teapots Yellow Green Blue Price* 13 ounce AP42K AP42W Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out $9.25 $9.83 23 ounce AP44K AP44W AP44Y AP44G AP44C $10.50 $11.16 Size 36 ounce AP46K AP46W AP46Y AP46G AP46C $12.75 $13.55

* MA price on accessory items includes 6¼% sales tax, required for all shipments to Massachusetts.

Packaging Options Please note that we personalize the labels on our packets of tea, unless you request that we not do so. The default name on the packet label is the ship-to recipient. Any text, up to 36 characters, may be substituted for the recipient’s name. Up to three different names may be specified for groups of teas on an order at no additional charge. There is no limit for personalization at our website. Our teas are offered in sample quantities as well as a range of packet sizes and optional tin. The smallest size packet is referred to as a single packet or standard packet. In most cases we pack the standard packet with 125 grams (4.4 ounces). The gram weights in our price list are indicated in the columns to the right of the tea header as indicated below. The single packet size is also available in a plug-top British style tea tin at $2.00 above the single packet price. Tins contain the same net weight as that listed in the column immediately to the left of the “In Tin” column. We also offer extra large (-H) packet sizes and jumbo (-K) packets in some cases. Note that packets are heat-sealed to protect freshness. Single- and double-size packets are resealable with a convenient zip-lock closure. sample standard standard double extra jumbo size packet tin packet large bag WEIGHTS OF MOST TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg English Unit Weight Equivalents Note* 4.41 oz 4.41 oz 8.82 oz 1.1 lbs 2.2 lbs Large-leaf teas are packed in smaller quantities, depending on the boldness of the leaf. Thus, a standard packet may contain 100 grams or less (refer to the headers above the price). We package teas in multiples of 2, 4 and 8 times the standard packet size. The label on the front of the packet lists the actual net weight. WEIGHTS OF BULKIER TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g English Unit Weight Equivalents Note* 3.53 oz 3.53 oz 7.05 oz .88 lbs 1.76 lbs Our teas are hand-packed by us in a variety of sizes. Larger packet prices reflect the savings incurred by us in labor, as well as reduced margins for large quantity purchases. Savings will vary depending on the scarcity and cost of the tea. When ordering the largest size packets, we recommend dispensing a portion of the tea into a small canister which can serve for daily use. Remember to roll the top of the larger bag tightly to remove excess air before sealing to minimize air exposure and maintain freshness. We suggest ordering only the amount of tea which will be consumed in three months.

*Note SAMPLES At the request of many of our customers, we now offer all of our teas in sample-size quantities at a nominal price of approximately 20% of a single packet price. Samples start at $1.00 for teas valued at $7.49 or less per packet, and go up as the value of the tea increases. Each item has the sample price in the left price column (with an "S" suffix for an item code). Sample weights are approximately 12% of a single packet weight. This sample pricing policy will allow you to try all of our teas at a reasonable price. TEAS of INDIA DARJEELING DISTRICT Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Teas from the Darjeeling district of northern India are prized for their delicate flavor and aroma. The liquor ranges in color from golden-yellow to rich amber. Steeping time and quantity of tea are a matter of taste. We recommend 3 minutes for most Darjeeling teas. Broken-leaf Darjeeling is usually best when steeped for a minute or less. Orthodox BOP Darjeeling: Broken-leaf Darjeeling is often overlooked, either because the price is so reasonable or because much emphasis is TD06S TD06 TD06T TD06D TD06H TD06K placed on a more stylish leaf. This flavorful BOP blend offers a great cup at an attractive price. Steep for 1-2 minutes for a very enjoyable $1.75 $8.25 $10.25 $15.50 $30.25 $57.00 cup.

No.1 Tippy Orthodox GFOP Darjeeling: An exceptional golden-tip TD50S TD50 TD50T TD50D TD50H TD50K Darjeeling blend. We first introduced this tea in 1990 and it continues to be our most popular Darjeeling. $2.00 $9.75 $11.75 $18.50 $36.00 $68.00 Darjeeling FTGFOP1 Premium Blend: A select blend of top grade teas. Flavorful, brisk and aromatic. Predominantly second flush Darjeel- TD60S TD60 TD60T TD60D TD60H TD60K ing for smoothness, with first flush Darjeeling for pungency and bright- $3.00 $15.00 $17.00 $28.25 $55.00 $103.75 ness. BOLD-LEAF DARJEELING BLEND Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g O Darjeeling FTGFOP Special Blend: A blend of select lots of Darjeeling tea. The golden liquor has a delicate floral aroma and a mildly fruity flavor. TDB5S TDB5 TDB5T TDB5D TDB5H TDB5K The cup is smooth, and the finish is pleasingly pungent. We have a limited $2.75 $12.75 $14.75 $24.00 $46.75 $88.25 supply of this tea and offer it at a special price.

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Page 8 Upton Tea Quarterly Winter, 2017 TEAS of INDIA 2017 FIRST FLUSH SINGLE-ESTATE DARJEELING TEAS The teas listed below are 2017 first flush season teas. We have listed them as a separate group to highlight these teas. BOLD-LEAF SINGLE-ESTATE DARJEELING TEAS Sample 100 g 200 g Jungpana Upper Estate First Flush FTGFOP1 (DJ-8) Organic: This 2017 organic first flush selection TD45S TD45 TD45D O presents a delightful cup, bursting with notes of tropical fruit and a fresh floral nose. Finishing on a toasty $5.00 $24.50 $46.75 note, the golden amber infusion has quickly become a staff favorite. Glenburn Estate First Flush FTGFOP1 (DJ-9): Fresh floral notes predominate in both the aroma and TD48S TD48 TD48D the flavor profile of this 2017 first flush offering. A honey note imparts a pleasing sweetness to the $7.50 $36.75 $69.75 golden amber cup. A lingering finish hints of tropical fruit and a refreshing evergreen suggestion. Namring Upper Estate First Flush FTGFOP1 Ch. Spl. (EX-23): With more pronounced pungency, this 2017 offering exhibits a classic “European style” character. Hints of flowers, tropical fruit and almond TD49S TD49 TD49D weave together to create a complex aroma. A citrus-like effervescence adds a lively quality to the amber $5.50 $27.50 $52.25 gold cup. A tropical fruit sweetness balances nicely with a light evergreen note in the liquor. Singbulli Estate First Flush SFTGFOP1 (DJ-51) Organic: Originally established in 1924 by British O planters, the Singbulli Estate spreads across rolling hills in the Mirik area of Darjeeling. This 2017 TD51S TD51 TD51D organic first flush selection infuses a golden amber cup with a fresh floral fragrance and buttery mouth $6.50 $31.75 $60.50 feel. A refreshing crispness is tempered by a tropical fruit sweetness and light hint of almond, lingering into the finish. Muscatel Valley First Flush FTGFOP1 (DJ-3): From the 2017 season, this classic first flush Darjeeling is notable for its bright, fresh taste and full mouth feel. The aroma is fragrant with flowers and a toasty TD63S TD63 TD63D suggestion. The light amber gold cup has pronounced floral notes, enhanced by a hint of pungency that $8.25 $41.75 $79.25 lingers into the finish. Muscatel Valley is a division of the esteemed Goomtee Estate. Balasun Estate First Flush SFTGFOP1 Supreme (DJ-5): The amber-gold cup of this 2017 first flush TD68S TD68 offering is very sweet and fragrant. The sweetness balances a refreshing pungency. A creamy mouth $4.00 $36.00 feel enhances nuances of fresh tropical fruit and flowers, which linger long into the finish. Sungma First Flush SFTGFOP1 (DJ-29) Organic: The golden amber cup of this 2017 organic first O flush Darjeeling is smooth and well balanced, with hints of white grape and fresh tropical fruit. The TD72S TD72 TD72D sweet, floral aroma is accented with a light hint of citrus. A buttery/savory finish completes a very satisfy- $6.00 $30.00 $57.00 ing tea experience. Tindharia Estate First Flush FTGFOP1 (EX-2) Organic: This organic 2017 first flush selection is a var- O iegation of olive green leaves and downy, silver tips. The clear amber-gold liquor is very aromatic, with TD96S TD96 sweet floral notes and hints of almond. A lively mouth feel and refreshing pungency balance well with $10.50 $52.25 notes of flowers and nuances of tropical fruit. A crisp, clean finish completes an amazing tea experience. VERY BOLD-LEAF SINGLE-ESTATE DARJEELING TEAS Sample 80 g 160 g Singtom Estate First Flush SFTGFOP1 (U-1) Organic: A fresh floral fragrance is accented by hints of O sweet ripe fruit in this 2017 first flush organic offering. The golden cup is buttery smooth with a full mouth TD79S TD79 feel and complex flavor. Pronounced melon notes pair nicely with a bright evergreen-like quality, finish- $5.25 $38.50 ing with a light, lingering pungency. This tea has been crafted exclusively for us. North Tukvar Estate First Flush SFTGFOP1 (DJ-5): This 2017 first flush offering is fragrant with a TD83S TD83 sweet, toasty aroma. The first sip of the dark golden liquor reveals notes of honey and flowers. A smooth $5.00 $40.75 mouth feel is punctuated by a gentle pungency, reminiscent of citrus zest, that lingers into the finish. RARE SINGLE-ESTATE DARJEELING TEAS Sample 50 g 100 g  Seeyok Estate Spring Blossom First Flush: The light amber gold infusion produced by this 2017 first flush offering has a fresh fragrance reminiscent of a walk through a spring garden. The elegant cup TD46S TD46 exhibits a delicate earthiness, which balances perfectly with sweet herbaceous hints and white wine $9.00 $45.25 nuances. This tea is a rare gem to be savored sip by sip. RARE ULTRA BOLD SINGLE-ESTATE DARJEELING TEAS Sample 30 g 60 g Liza Hill Estate First Flush SFTGFOP1 Cl. (DJ-3) Organic: The bold, attractive leaves of this 2017 first flush organic selection are sprinkled with a fair complement of tender, downy tips. The fresh aroma O TD41S TD41 is delicate, with hints of spring flowers. The amber-gold cup is outstanding, with pronounced floral notes $7.00 $32.25 and a smooth mouth feel. Notes of pineapple and a hint of honey lead to a crisp, lingering finish. A staff favorite.

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 9 TEAS of INDIA 2015/2016 FIRST FLUSH SINGLE-ESTATE DARJEELING AND NEPAL TEAS The four teas listed below are first flush teas from the 2015 and 2016 seasons. Some of these teas may be discounted. Please check our website, www.uptontea.com, or call us at (800)234-8327 for current pricing. SINGLE-ESTATE DARJEELING TEAS Sample 125 g 250 g 500 g Longview Estate First Flush SFTGFOP1 (DJ-31): This 2016 first flush selection has an inviting, herbaceous aroma with sweet floral hints. The amber-gold cup is full-bodied with TD33S TD33 TD33D TD33H an invigorating pungency popular in the European market. The flavorful liquor has a light $2.50 $12.00 $22.75 $44.00 fruity aspect, with notes of tropical fruit and a green apple nuance. BOLD-LEAF SINGLE-ESTATE DARJEELING TEAS Sample 100 g 200 g North Tukvar Estate SFTGFOP (DJ-23): This 2015 offering steeps to a golden/dark ecru color, slightly TD11S TD11 TD11D darker than many first flush teas. The liquor has an overall sweet vegetal quality, with floral hints and $4.50 $22.00 $42.00 notes of tropical fruit. The finish is crisp and clean with a refreshing quality. VERY BOLD-LEAF SINGLE-ESTATE DARJEELING TEAS Sample 80 g 160 g Namring Upper Estate FTGFOP1 Spl. Cl. First Flush (EX-22): The bold leaves and silvery tips of this 2016 first flush selection produce a beautiful amber-gold cup with a pleasing toasty aroma and full mouth TD29S TD29 TD29D feel. The liquor is very smooth with tropical fruit notes and a dark grape hint. A refreshing pungency lin- $5.00 $26.00 $49.40 gers into the finish. RARE SINGLE-ESTATE DARJEELING TEA Sample 50 g 100 g Thurbo Estate First Flush FTGFOP1 Moonlight (DJ-9): From the 2016 first flush season, this out- TD28S TD28 TD28D standing selection is bright and lively with a floral/fruity complex. The sweet, well balanced cup has a $6.00 $31.00 $58.90 lovely floral aroma. The pale golden liquor has pineapple hints and a smooth, clean finish. SINGLE-ESTATE DARJEELING TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Thurbo Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1 (DJ-240): TD17 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Risheehat Estate Second Flush TGBOP Ch. (DJ-183): Shades of O brown leaves with small flecks of green compose this organic 2016 broken leaf selection. A quick steep yields a dark copper infusion, rich TD21S TD21 TD21T TD21D TD21H TD21K and full-bodied, with a toasty aroma. Notes of honey and stone fruit may $2.25 $10.50 $12.50 $19.75 $38.50 $72.50 be found in the cup, which finishes on a crisp, clean note. This tea is the perfect choice for adding a splash of milk or cream. Margaret’s Hope Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1 (DJ-190): TD31 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Castleton Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1 Musc.: TD56 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Goomtee Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1 (DJ-43): TD58 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Singtom Estate Second Flush SFTGFOP1 (DJ-44) Organic: TD59 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Castleton Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1: TD73 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Castleton Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1 Spl. Ch. (DJ-126): TD93 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL  Risheehat Estate Second Flush TGBOP Musc. (DJ-156) Organic: This organic broken-leaf selection is from the 2017 second flush season O TD99S TD99 TD99D TD99H TD99K at Risheehat Estate. A toasty aroma introduces a rich, full-bodied cup $1.50 $8.00 $15.00 $29.00 $56.50 with hints of honey and nuts. This tea is a great choice for adding a splash of milk, if desired. Steinthal Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1 Organic: TDA4 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Selim Hill Estate Second Flush SFTGFOP1 (DJ-36) Organic: TDC1 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Thurbo Estate Second Flush SFTGFOP1 (DJ-210): TDD3 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Singtom Estate Green Tea SFTGFOP1 Organic: TDG1 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Organic Darjeeling Oolong: TDZ1 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Page 10 Upton Tea Quarterly Winter, 2017 TEAS of INDIA BOLD-LEAF, FANCY DARJEELING TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Thurbo Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1 Cl. (DJ-219): Long, dark brown leaves are decorated with a fine complement of gold and silver tips in this TD38S TD38 TD38D TD38H exceptional 2016 second flush offering. Hints of ripe stone fruit and honey, $4.00 $19.25 $36.50 $71.00 found in both the aroma and flavor, accentuate the classic muscatel notes in the amber-gold cup. A hint of spice lingers in the smooth finish.  Badamtam Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1 Cl. Tippy (DJ-69): This 2017 second flush selection boasts some flowery and fruity hints in the aroma, as well as in the cup. The dry leaf has a tippy appearance and TD40S TD40 TD40D Sizes Limited pleasing fragrance with notes of cocoa. The honey-colored liquor has a $3.00 $14.75 $28.25 medium body, with light evergreen nuances, and is balanced with a lively pungency. O Avongrove Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1 Ch. Musc. (DJ-53) Organic: This 2016 second flush offering boasts a rich fruity character TD47S TD47 TD47D TD47H TD47K with a toasty/nutty fragrance. A honey sweetness envelops hints of trop- $3.00 $14.25 $15.00 $29.00 $56.50 ical fruit and almond in the medium-amber infusion. A great tea for any time of day.

O Singbulli Estate Second Flush SFTGFOP1 Musc. (DJ-117) Organic: Smooth and toasty, mild yet flavorful best describes this 2016 organic offering from Singbulli Estate. The bold, dark brown leaves are decorated TD65S TD65 TD65D TD65H with flecks of green and silvery tips, yielding a golden amber infusion with $3.75 $18.50 $35.25 $68.50 a sweet, fruity aroma. A light caramel sweetness, with hints of dried fruit and almond, leads to a silky, clean finish. Thurbo Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1 Musc. (DJ-238): A smooth, rich cup with a full mouth feel distinguishes this 2016 second flush TD67S TD67 TD67T TD67D TD67H TD67K selection. The bold, dark brown leaves yield an amber-gold infusion with a sweet aroma, hinting of almond and fruit. The fruitiness carries $2.50 $13.00 $15.00 $24.70 $48.10 $91.00 on into the flavor, joining nuances of caramel and nuts.  Risheehat Estate Second Flush SFTGFOP1 Musc. (DJ-151) Organic: O The attractive, well-made leaves of this 2017 second flush organic selec- TD92S TD92 TD92D TD92H tion yield a rich amber cup with a sweet, toasty aroma. Nutty hints accent $4.00 $20.00 $38.00 $74.00 notes of dried fruit in the flavor, with a refreshing astringency that lingers long into the finish. Sungma Estate Second Flush SFTGFOP1 Musc. (DJ-136) Organic:  This 2017 organic second flush offering has a classic muscatel character O in both the aroma and the flavor. The deep amber cup has an invigorating TD97S TD97 TD97D TD97H pungency, which balances well with sweet notes of honey. The lingering $5.00 $24.00 $45.50 $88.50 finish whispers of spice. This outstanding selection is a great choice for second flush Darjeeling lovers. VERY BOLD-LEAF DARJEELING TEAS Sample 80 g 160 g 320 g Turzum Estate In-between SFTGFOP1 Cl. (Enigma) Organic: Located in the cool, misty climate of the Rung Bong valley, The Turzum Estate has been producing high-quality Darjeeling  TD76S TD76 TD76D teas since the late 1800s. It merged with the esteemed Sungma Estate after an earthquake hit O $6.00 $31.00 $59.00 the area in 1934. This In-between selection balances a sweet, floral character with a smooth, rich mouth feel. The golden amber cup is fragrant with honey notes and toasty hints. Puttabong Estate Second Flush SFTGFOP1 Kakra Musc. (DJ-194) Organic: First planted  in 1852, the Puttabong Estate is notable as one of the first tea gardens in Darjeeling. The O Kakra designation on this 2017 organic second flush selection refers to a leaf that’s been vis- TD98S TD98 TD98D TD98H ited by the Indian Green Fly, whose ministrations cause an initial oxidation before plucking. $4.50 $21.50 $41.00 $80.00 The aroma is very fragrant, with hints of almond and flowers. The dark amber liquor has a smooth, rich mouth feel with a sweet flavor hinting of stone fruit and honey.

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 11 TEAS of INDIA ULTRA BOLD-LEAF DARJEELING TEAS Sample 50 g 100 g 200 g Thurbo Estate FTGFOP1 Darjeeling Oolong (DJ-300): This tea is an attractive mix of well- twisted, wiry leaves, decorated with downy silver buds. The light amber cup has a pronounced TD70S TD70 TD70D sweet aroma with light fruity notes. A smooth, creamy mouth feel introduces flavor notes of $2.50 $13.20 $25.08 stone fruit and nuts, which some have likened to pecan. SIKKIM TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Temi Estate SFTGFOP1 Cl.: The tippy, dark brown leaves produce a deep ruby-copper cup with a handsome, robust character. Notes of TS62S TS62 TS62D TS62H muscatel and stone fruit are enveloped by a raisin sweetness in the $4.00 $20.50 $38.75 $75.50 flavorful infusion. A toasty nuance highlights the smooth, lingering finish. BOLD-LEAF SIKKIM TEA Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g O Temi Estate FTGFOP1 Cl. Tippy (SK-27) Organic: Historically, Sikkim has produced teas in the style of Darjeeling, with some interesting flavor tones that make it unique. In this medium-bodied selection, leaves in TS60S TS60 TS60T TS60D TS60H TS60K shades of brown and russet, sprinkled with silvery tips, produce a pleas- $3.00 $14.50 $16.50 $27.25 $53.00 $100.25 antly brisk cup. The amber-gold infusion has a nice balance of sweet and tart flavors, which include notes of dried fruit and wildflower honey. An excellent alternative for those who enjoy Darjeeling teas. ASSAM TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg CTC Fine Assam: This fine CTC (Crush-Tear-Curl) style of tea infuses TA11S TA11 TA11T TA11D TA11H TA11K quickly. One minute of steeping produces a hearty cup of flavorful tea. $1.25 $6.00 $8.00 $11.50 $21.25 $40.25 O Assam CTC BOP Estate Organic Blend: A blend of choice CTC-grade TA15S TA15 TA15T TA15D TA15H TA15K Assam teas, with the typical malty and flavorful taste profile. A perfect choice for those seeking a strong morning cup. $1.50 $7.00 $9.00 $13.25 $26.00 $49.25 Tippy Orthodox GFOP Assam: Whole-leaf Assam with golden tips TA40S TA40 TA40T TA40D TA40H TA40K (young leaf buds). Characteristic maltiness and complex flavor. Our most popular Assam. $1.75 $8.50 $10.50 $16.25 $31.75 $60.00 BOLD-LEAF ASSAM TEA BLEND Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Tippy Orthodox FBOP Assam: A uniform broken-leaf tea with bold TA20S TA20 TA20T TA20D TA20H TA20K character and strong, malty flavor. This tea is a great choice for break- $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $12.25 $23.75 $44.75 fast and throughout the day. SINGLE-ESTATE ASSAM TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Rajgarh Estate GFBOP: This 2016 broken-leaf Assam is a great choice for those looking for a hearty, straightforward tea to enjoy. A TA02S TA02 TA02T TA02D TA02H TA02K citrus-like brightness, along with notes of light malt and cocoa, may be found in the aroma. The dark amber cup is rich with malty notes and $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $12.00 $23.00 $43.50 hints of dried fruit and spice, leading to a crisp, sweet finish. Muttuck Estate First Flush FBOP: This bold, broken-leaf 2016 offering has a classic first flush Assam character, lively and bright, with malty TA06S TA06 TA06T TA06D TA06H TA06K notes in both the aroma and the flavor. The amber cup is smooth with a soft rounded mouth feel. Hints of red wine and cocoa complement a $1.25 $5.50 $7.50 $10.25 $18.00 $33.75 refreshing finish. Mokalbari Estate TGFBOP Spl.: This 2016 broken-leaf Assam offering is bright and robust yet velvety smooth on the palate. The copper-amber TA09S TA09 TA09T TA09D TA09H TA09K cup has a rich, malty fragrance with citrus-like highlights. Toasty/malty notes, with hints of dry white wine and mineral nuances, lead to a crisp, $2.00 $9.25 $11.25 $17.25 $33.50 $63.25 lingering finish. Assam FTGFOP1 Organic: TA10 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL  Mangalam Estate FBOP: In this 2017 broken-leaf selection, golden tips mix with dark brown leaves, producing a robust cup with a full mouth TA12S TA12 TA12D TA12H TA12K feel. The bright, malty aroma hints of caramel. A lively astringency is $3.00 $15.00 $28.50 $55.00 $107.25 tempered by sweet, biscuity notes, which linger in the finish.

SINGLE-ESTATE ASSAM TEAS (continued) Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Hattialli Estate GBOP1 Spl.: A well-balanced mix of dark brown leaves and downy golden tips yields a liquor with a rich, inviting aroma, highlighted by toasty notes and a hint of almond. The dark copper infusion TA14S TA14 TA14T TA14D TA14H TA14K hits the palate with its brisk, eye-opening character. A light suggestion $1.75 $8.00 $10.00 $15.25 $29.50 $55.50 of dark berries and cocoa complements the malty notes in the cup. A 2016 harvest. High-Grown Assam Special Selection: TA18 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL  Doomni Estate GFBOP: A rich, effervescent character distinguishes this 2017 broken-leaf offering. Starting with a sweet, malty aroma, the TA21S TA21 TA21D TA21H TA21K flavor slowly unfolds layers of caramelized sugar and light hints of malt. $1.75 $8.00 $15.00 $29.00 $56.50 The deep amber liquor has a brisk, lingering finish. Seajuli Estate GBOP Spl.: TA22 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Marangi Estate TFBOP Cl. Spl.: A dark copper-red infusion is produced from the dark brown leaves and abundant golden tips of this TA25S TA25 TA25T TA25D TA25H TA25K 2016 offering. The bright cup has a malty aroma and strong flavor profile with sweet notes of honey and cocoa. The finish is crisp and $2.25 $10.25 $12.25 $19.25 $37.50 $71.00 clean. Ramanugger Estate STGFOP Spl.: TA26 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL

Halmari Estate CTC BOP: A bold CTC style tea with rich flavor. The TA27S TA27 TA27T TA27D TA27H TA27K dark liquor will readily take milk. Especially suited as a bracing morning $1.50 $6.25 $8.25 $12.00 $23.75 $44.50 tea. Mangalam Estate FTGFOP1 Cl.: The Mangalam Estate is popular among Assam tea afficionados, and each year we look forward to their offerings. This 2017 selection produces a dark copper-amber cup with TA28S TA28 TA28D TA28H TA28K classic Mangalam character, full-bodied and eye-opening. The toasty $2.50 $12.25 $23.25 $45.50 $88.75 aroma hints of malt. The flavor is very smooth and bright with notes of malt and spice. Enjoy it neat or with a dollop of milk. Seajuli Estate STGFOP: This is a wonderful choice for those who enjoy their Assams on the lighter side. The aroma is toasty/malty with a TA29S TA29 TA29D TA29H honey sweetness. The bright copper cup is flavorful with malty notes and gentle hints of floral and spice. A suggestion of stone fruit lingers in $2.25 $10.25 $19.25 $37.50 the smooth finish. Singlijan Estate GTGFOP (OR-300): TA31 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL  Singlijan Estate TGFOP1: A sprinkling of golden tips adorns the dark brown leaves of this 2017 offering. Pronounced peppery/spicy notes TA32S TA32 TA32D TA32H TA32K may be found in both the aroma and complex flavor. The dark copper $2.00 $9.00 $17.00 $33.00 $64.00 cup is rich and malty with hints of wine and a warm toastiness that lingers long into the finish. Hattialli Estate GBOPF Spl. (OR-248): TA33 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Halmari Estate GTGFBOP (OR-234): TA34 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Dikom Estate SFTGFOP1: Downy golden tips decorate the dark brown leaves in this 2016 whole-leaf Assam selection. The bright copper infusion is medium-bodied yet flavorful, with a warm toasty/baked goods TA37S TA37 TA37T TA37D TA37H TA37K note as well as hints of wine and wood. A lively peppery nuance $2.00 $10.80 $12.80 $20.52 $40.00 $75.60 balances wonderfully with a molasses sweetness that lingers into the finish. Singlijan Estate STGFOP1 (OR-329): TA39 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Singlijan Estate TGFOP1 Spl. (OR-330): TA41 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Singllijan Estate GFBOP (OR-344): TA42 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Rungagora Estate TGFBOP: A bright copper infusion is produced from a mix of dark brown leaves and downy golden tips. A spicy aroma TA43S TA43 TA43T TA43D TA43H TA43K complements notes of light malt and chocolate in the rich cup. A honey $3.00 $14.25 $16.25 $27.00 $52.25 $98.75 sweetness leads to a silky smooth finish. Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 13 TEAS of INDIA

SINGLE-ESTATE ASSAM TEAS (continued) Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Akiya Estate FOF Cl.: The finely particled broken leaves are decorated with flecks of golden tips, yielding a dark copper infusion with a rich, malty aroma. The stout "breakfast style" cup is invigorating yet quite TA45S TA45 TA45T TA45D TA45H TA45K smooth, with malty notes and aromatic woody hints. A splash of milk $1.00 $4.40 $6.40 $8.36 $16.30 $30.80 enhances the stone fruit sweetness in the cup, finishing with a nuance of spice. Halmari Estate TGFOP1: Located in the upper plains of Assam, the Halmari Estate has been producing top quality teas for over 85 years. This offering has a dark copper-amber infusion with a very smooth, full- TA49S TA49 TA49D TA49H bodied character. The flavor is thick with pronounced malty notes, $2.50 $12.25 $23.25 $45.50 followed by toasty/woody notes. This tea makes a fine self-drinker, which can accommodate milk, if desired. Namalighur Estate GFBOP: A sprinkling of golden tips interspersed with dark brown leaves produce a russet-copper infusion with a pronounced malty aroma. The robust cup has a full, lively mouth feel TA59S TA59 TA59T TA59D TA59H TA59K with a prominent honey sweetness and thickness that builds on the $2.00 $9.25 $11.25 $17.25 $33.50 $63.25 palate. This 2016 hearty, breakfast-style selection is great with a splash of milk. Halmari Estate GTGBOP Cl.: A generous amount of golden tips adorns the dark brown leaves in this 2016 offering from the Halmari TA66S TA66 TA66T TA66D TA66H TA66K Estate. The dark amber cup is robust and malty, with a sweet, toasty aroma, hinting of red wine. Notes of honey and spice lead to a crisp $3.50 $16.50 $18.50 $31.00 $60.50 $114.00 finish with a lingering hint of cocoa. Duflating Estate FBOP Cl.: Downy golden tips accent dark brown leaves in this 2016 selection from the Duflating Estate. The dry leaves, fragrant with a rich honey note, produce a copper-amber infusion that TA67S TA67 TA67T TA67D TA67H TA67K has a bright, malty aroma with hints of dark sugar. A brisk, refreshing $3.00 $15.00 $17.00 $28.50 $55.50 $104.75 mouth feel balances nicely with toasty notes and malty hints. A suggestion of cocoa lingers into the clean finish. Satispur Estate TGBOP Spl.: An abundance of golden tips contrasts with the dark brown leaves in this 2016 broken-leaf Assam from the Satispur Estate. The dark amber infusion has a bright aroma with hints TA69S TA69 TA69T TA69D TA69H TA69K of light malt and honey. A pleasant pungency in the cup is nicely balanced with notes of malt and bittersweet cocoa. The smooth, linger- $2.25 $11.00 $13.00 $20.50 $40.00 $75.50 ing finish has a light suggestion of brown sugar. May be enjoyed plain or with a splash of milk. Kopili Estate FTGFOP Organic: TA77 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Doomni Estate GBOP: Bountiful golden tips complement the dark brown, well-made leaves in this exemplary 2016 selection from the Doomni Estate. The aroma is sweet and malty with toasty hints. The TA84S TA84 TA84D TA84H ruby-copper cup is hearty and complex, with a velvety mouth feel and $3.50 $19.80 $37.62 $73.30 rich notes of malt and cocoa. A hint of spice and notes suggestive of Burgundy linger into the finish.

O Jamguri Estate CTC BP Organic: This organic selection is a brisk morning bracer with a thick, bittersweet mouth feel. Light malty notes and a TA94S TA94 TA94D TA94H TA94K brown sugar undertone create a warming experience. This tea goes well $2.25 $10.75 $20.25 $39.25 $69.25 with a splash of milk, if desired. Hattialli Estate STGFOP (OR-301): TA95 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Duflating Estate GFOP Clonal: TA98 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL Doomni Estate GTGBOP Cl.: This tea has a striking appearance, with a plentiful amount of golden tips interspersed with petite brown leaf. The TAD8S TAD8 TAD8D TAD8H aroma has a red wine aspect, as well as a light cocoa hint. The flavor is $3.75 $18.50 $35.25 $68.50 substantial, and the cup weighty and robust.

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Page 14 Upton Tea Quarterly Winter, 2017 TEAS of INDIA BOLD-LEAF, SINGLE-ESTATE ASSAM TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g  Halmari Estate Golden Tips GTGFOP1: Downy golden tips provide a stunning contrast to the glossy, dark brown leaves in this outstanding TA17S TA17 TA17D 2017 selection from the esteemed Halmari Estate. The aroma is fragrant Sizes Limited with hints of malt and honey. The complex flavor profile introduces layers $8.00 $40.00 $76.00 of Burgundy and malt, complemented by hints of cocoa that linger into the finish. Hattialli Estate FBOP Spl.: The dark brown leaves and downy golden tips of this 2016 broken-leaf Assam selection have a rich fragrance, hint- TA23S TA23 TA23T TA23D TA23H TA23K ing of the full-bodied liquor to come. The dark amber cup has a complex $1.75 $8.00 $10.00 $15.25 $29.50 $55.50 aroma and flavor with notes of malt, toast, and red wine. The finish is clean and crisp with a light suggestion of cocoa lingering in the aftertaste. Halmari Estate TGFOP: Located in the upper plains of Assam, the Halmari Estate has been producing top quality teas for the past 85 years. TA24S TA24 TA24D TA24H This offering has a dark infusion with a pleasing aroma and malty flavor $2.00 $9.25 $17.75 $34.25 hints. The medium-bodied cup may be enjoyed with a splash of milk, if desired. Hattialli Estate GTGFOP: A sprinkling of golden tips adorns the bold, dark leaves in this 2016 selection from Hattialli Estate. The dark copper TA35S TA35 TA35T TA35D TA35H TA35K infusion has a malty aroma with hints of red wine and a light suggestion $1.75 $8.00 $10.00 $15.25 $29.50 $55.50 of rose. Nuances of cocoa and a dried fruit sweetness complement the silky smooth cup, which finishes on a crisp, clean note. Zaloni Estate STGFOP: This wonderful selection has a dry leaf with subtle, sweet aroma and rich, dark color. The liquor is also dark, with an TA36S TA36 TA36T TA36D TA36H TA36K amber color and medium-bodied intensity. The aroma has a malty hint and $2.25 $10.50 $12.50 $20.50 $37.75 $73.50 biscuity note. The cup has a very forward sweetness, reminiscent of light molasses or dark honey. Hattialli Estate FBOP Spl.: With a nice balance of robust malty notes and citrus-like briskness, this 2016 broken-leaf selection is a rich morning TA38S TA38 TA38T TA38D TA38H TA38K bracer. The dark ruby-copper cup has a toasty aroma with hints of malt $2.75 $13.75 $15.75 $26.00 $50.50 $95.50 and a suggestion of honey. The liquor is flavorful, with a hint of spice leading to a crisp, clean finish. Highly recommended. Dikom Estate GTGFOP1: Bold, dark brown leaves and golden tips infuse a burgundy-copper cup with pronounced malty notes. The aroma is sweet TA47S TA47 TA47T TA47D TA47H TA47K and complex with layers of almond, red wine and malt. The smooth finish $1.75 $7.75 $9.75 $14.75 $28.50 $54.00 lingers with a light spice hint. A 2016 harvest. Hattialli Estate GTGFOP: This 2016 selection is a great choice for Assam lovers looking for a lighter cup. The copper-amber infusion has a TA51S TA51 TA51T TA51D TA51H TA51K toasty aroma with a nuance of malt. Layered hints of red wine, spice $2.00 $9.50 $11.50 $18.00 $35.00 $66.25 and cocoa add a balanced complexity to the bright, malty flavor. Marangi Estate TGFOP1: With its silky smooth, medium-bodied cup, this 2016 whole-leaf selection is a great choice for those who enjoy drinking their Assam tea neat. The malty aroma hints of red wine and TA52S TA52 TA52T TA52D TA52H TA52K spice. A natural plum-like sweetness may be found in the bright amber $1.00 $7.40 $9.40 $14.06 $27.40 $51.80 infusion, along with a light toasty hint and lingering suggestion of red apple. Lukwah Estate SFTGFOP1: With its warm, toasty aroma and brisk, malty notes, this 2016 whole-leaf selection is a staff favorite. The TA53S TA53 TA53T TA53D TA53H TA53K russet-copper cup is rich and inviting with a smooth, full mouth feel and $1.75 $8.75 $10.75 $16.50 $32.00 $60.25 hint of brightness. Nuances of wine and spice linger into the finish. Daisajan Estate TGFOP1: This golden-tipped Assam produces a rich, malty cup, highlighted with hints of sweet almond and red wine. A low TA58S TA58 TA58T TA58D TA58H TA58K astringency and silky smooth character make this tea an excellent "self $1.00 $6.00 $8.00 $11.40 $22.20 $42.00 drinker." The dark copper infusion has a bright aroma with notes of malt. A great value. Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 15 TEAS of INDIA

BOLD-LEAF, SINGLE-ESTATE ASSAM TEAS (continued) Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Borpatra Estate TGFOP(S) (OR-153): A smattering of golden tips accents the dark-chocolate brown leaf in this Assam selection. The cup TA68S TA68 TA68T TA68D TA68H TA68K has a light toasty aroma with a whisper of dry red wine. The smooth, $1.50 $7.50 $9.50 $14.25 $27.75 $52.50 medium-bodied liquor has a sweet character with notes of shortbread and a malty hint.

Dikom Estate TGFOP1: The Dikom plantation has produced many TA91S TA91 TA91T TA91D TA91H TA91K quality selections over the years. This excellent full-bodied breakfast style $1.50 $7.80 $9.80 $14.82 $28.90 $54.60 tea has a strong cup with desirable malty hints. Halmari Estate TGFOP Cl.: With its velvety smooth mouth feel, this medium-bodied selection tastes great either plain or with milk. The cup TAC4S TAC4 TAC4D TAC4H aroma is fragrant with hints of malt and spice. Suggestions of cinnamon $1.50 $9.80 $18.62 $36.30 and cardamom are present in the flavorful liquor as well as an Amaretto note, which lingers in the bright finish. Doomni Estate TGFOP1 Cl.: This Doomni Estate selection has a light body with a sweet syrup mouth feel. The cup aroma is subtle with malty/ TAC8S TAC8 TAC8T TAC8D TAC8H TAC8K toasty hints. The liquor is silky smooth with fruity, red wine notes and a hint $1.00 $7.20 $9.20 $13.68 $26.60 $50.40 of spice. The lingering finish has a fresh cedar-like quality. BOLD-LEAF SPECIALTY GREEN ASSAM TEA Sample 100 g 200 g Ganesh Green Assam: The large, olive-green leaves have a healthy complement of white buds scat- TAG1S TAG1 TAG1D tered throughout. The pale ecru cup has a flavor profile somewhat reminiscent of a green Yunnan tea, but with a subtle maltiness. The clean finish has a light floral essence. $1.50 $9.80 $18.62 NILGIRI DISTRICT BLACK TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg O Iyerpadi Estate BOP: A rich tea with solid body and full mouth feel. A TN64S TN64 TN64T TN64D TN64H TN64K pleasing, balanced cup with a classic Nilgiri flavor and style. $1.75 $8.25 $10.25 $15.50 $30.25 $57.00 BOLD-LEAF NILGIRI BLACK TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g O Korakundah Estate BOP Organic: This BOP selection has a dark amber/light brown infusion that exhibits notes of carob/cocoa in both the TN05S TN05 TN05D TN05H aroma and liquor. The cup is smooth and rounded with a clean finish. For $0.50 $3.84 $7.30 $14.22 a lighter cup, infuse for 3 minutes; infuse longer for a stronger cup. This selection also makes great iced tea. Nilgiri Broken Orange Pekoe: Located in southern India, Nilgiri produces TN10S TN10 TN10D TN10H teas similar to those of Ceylon, yet with a distinctive character. This British $1.00 $4.00 $7.75 $15.25 style Nilgiri produces a flavorful cup that is excellent with milk. Thiashola Estate BOP Organic: TN11 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL O Iyerpadi Estate OP: A whole-leaf Nilgiri with vibrant aromatics, a sweet TN68S TN68 TN68T TN68D TN68H TN68K cup, and a gentle, crisp bite. Smooth yet very flavorful with medium $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $12.25 $23.75 $44.75 body. Enjoyable plain or with milk. DOOARS BLACK TEA Sample 100 g 200 g O Putharjhora Estate FTGFOP1 Organic: The Dooars region lies south of the Himalayan foothills and north of the Brahmaputra River basin. This 2017 organic offering exhibits a very smooth, creamy mouth TO60S TO60 TO60D feel and inviting astringency. A pronounced sweetness enhances notes of flowers in the golden amber $2.75 $14.00 $26.75 cup. A refreshing brightness lights up the finish. ARUNACHAL PRADESH BLACK TEAS Sample 100 g 200 g Donyi Polo Estate SFTGFOP1 Tippy Cl.: TM72 ARRIVES LATE FALL Mouling Estate SFTGFOP1: TM74 ARRIVES LATE FALL

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Page 16 Upton Tea Quarterly Winter, 2017 TEAS of NEPAL & HIMALAYAN REGION TEAS of NEPAL & HIMALAYAN REGION NEPAL/HIMALAYAN BLACK TEAS Teas from this section are excellent choices for those who enjoy teas from the Darjeeling district of northern India. LIMITED NEPAL/HIMALAYAN BLACK TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg O Champawat District SFTGFOP1 Organic: The well-made, russet brown leaves show a modest amount of golden tips in this flavorful organic Himalayan selection from the Champawat district, located on the Nepal TM15S TM15 TM15T TM15D TM15H TM15K border in northern India. The deep amber cup has a bright aroma with $2.50 $11.50 $13.50 $21.75 $42.50 $80.25 caramel nuances and hints of roasted malt. The liquor exhibits an inviting sweet character with hints of honey and stone fruit. BOLD-LEAF, SINGLE-ESTATE TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Fikkal Ilam Estate SFTGFOP1 Tippy (FKL-30): This wonderful, everyday selection is a great alternative to the pricier Darjeeling teas. The TM10S TM10 TM10T TM10D TM10H TM10K pale golden cup has a light vegetal aroma with hints of fresh meadow flowers and citrus. The liquor has a smooth, creamy mouth feel with $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $12.25 $22.75 $43.75 floral notes and a sparkling finish. Himalayan Bliss SFTGFOP1 Cl.: The variegated green leaves of this first flush selection yield a champagne-gold liquor with a light fruity TM18S TM18 TM18D TM18H character. The aroma is sweet and fragrant with notes of peach. The $2.00 $9.75 $18.50 $36.00 cup is clean and refreshing with nuances of tropical fruit. Sakhira Estate SFTGOP1 CL First Flush: The Sakhira garden is located in a remote area of Nepal, not far from the Ilam bazaar. Produced at altitudes ranging from 4,000-6,000 feet, teas from this TM20S TM20 TM20D TM20H garden are well known for their fine quality. The variegated green leaves of this 2016 offering have a neat appearance, producing a bright $2.25 $11.00 $13.00 $40.00 golden infusion with a sweet floral aroma. The smooth cup has notes of flowers and tropical fruit, finishing with a mild pungency. Himalayan Bliss SFTGFOP1: This second flush selection is a wonderful alternative to pricier Darjeeling teas. The aroma is sweet and TM36S TM36 TM36T TM36D TM36H TM36K fragrant with hints of stone fruit and muscatel. The dark copper cup is rich and inviting with a velvety smooth mouth feel and fruity character. $1.00 $7.20 $9.20 $13.68 $26.60 $50.40 The crisp, clean finish hints of spices. Himalayan Delight GBOP.: Complemented by a small amount of golden tips, the well-made, dark brown leaves yield a rich cup with a fruity charac- TM52S TM52 TM52T TM52D TM52H TM52K ter. The aroma is complex, with nuances of dark berries and red apples. Notes of peach and honey in the ruby-copper infusion lead to a crisp, $1.00 $5.80 $7.80 $11.02 $21.50 $40.60 clean finish, hinting of muscatel. Mist Valley Estate Nepal: A generous amount of golden tips complements the bold leaves in this 2016 selection from Mist Valley. A fruity aroma hints of red grapes in the smooth, sweet cup. Pronounced notes TM67S TM67 TM67T TM67D TM67H TM67K of stone fruit may be found in the amber-gold infusion. A pleasant level $1.75 $8.75 $10.75 $16.50 $32.00 $60.25 of tannin balances nicely with a dark honey sweetness, finishing with a gentle briskness. ULTRA BOLD-LEAF TEA Sample 40 g 80 g Panitar Estate Golden Nepal: The Panitar Estate is located in the hilly Ilam district of eastern Nepal. This unique 2016 offering consists of beautiful golden-tipped leaves, which produce a rich, silky smooth TM93S TM93 cup. The dark copper infusion is fragrant and very sweet with pronounced cocoa notes. These notes carry on into the flavor, and are complemented by toasty hints and a spicy suggestion lingering into the $3.25 $16.25 finish. NEPAL WHITE TEA Sample 40 g 80 g Shangri-La White Tea: TM90 ARRIVES LATE FALL

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 17 TEAS of CHINA RARE TEAS of CHINA Sample 50 g The following special purchases are offered for those seeking the finest China teas available. Due to the exclusive nature of these teas, we offer them in samples and single packets only. Note that all of these rare teas are packed in our black mini-packet. O Si Feng Lung Ching Organic: Flat, lustrous leaves, in shades of spring green, produce a pale yellow jade cup with a smooth, full mouth feel. Classic notes of chestnut are prominent in both the aroma and the flavor, as well as ZG72S ZG72 fresh vegetal notes, which are enveloped by a rich toastiness. The finish lingers to allow your further enjoyment of $6.50 $32.00 this outstanding selection. Special Purchase Hao-Ya “A” Select: A fine complement of golden tips sets this stylish selection apart. The fla- ZK96S ZK96 vor has classic Burgundy-like Keemun notes, with subtle smokiness and a hint of cocoa. This one comes close to the Hao-Ya “A” Keemun of days past. $3.50 $17.50

2017 PRE-CHINGMING CHINA TEAS The festival of Chingming (Qingming) is a 2,500 year old tradition in which people visit the burial sites of their ancestors to pay respect. It is significant in Chinese tea culture because it serves as a demarcation between a distinct Pre-Chingming plucking period and the subsequent plucking period occurring after the festival date (usually around April 5). Pre-Chingming teas are prized for their delicacy and subtle, fresh nuances. In the past, we have offered a limited number of Pre-Chingming teas in other sections, but have created this section to highlight these special teas. 2017 PRE-CHINGMING EXTRA BOLD-LEAF SPECIAL GREEN TEA Sample 50 g Pre-Chingming Lung Ching: The flat, spring green leaves of this 2017 Pre-Chingming selection produce a yel- ZGP1S ZGP1 low jade liquor with a fresh vegetal aroma. The light cup is smooth and savory with hints of melon and chestnut. A crisp tang lingers in the finish. $7.75 $38.50 2017 PRE-CHINGMING DOUBLE BOLD-LEAF SPECIAL GREEN TEAS Sample 40 g Pre-Chingming Pi Lo Chun: One of China's most well-known green teas, Pi Lo Chun, or Green Snail Spring, is named for its unique appearance. This 2017 Pre-Chingming selection has a profusion of silver tips mixed with ZGP7S ZGP7 olive green leaves, which are rolled into curly spiral shapes. The pale golden infusion is smooth with a sweet deli- $9.75 $49.75 cate aroma and fresh herbaceous flavor. 2017 PRE-CHINGMING ULTRA BOLD-LEAF SPECIAL GREEN TEAS Sample 30 g Pre-Chingming Dragon Silk: Delicate, white tips thread through beautiful, handcrafted leaves in this very special ZGP2S ZGP2 2017 Pre-Chingming selection. The pale jade cup has a fresh vegetal aroma with a whisper of flowers. A silky smooth mouth feel introduces a hint of honey, which lingers into the finish. $5.50 $26.75 2017 PRE-CHINGMING EXTRA BOLD-LEAF SPECIAL CONGOU (BLACK) TEA Sample 50 g Pre-Chingming Downy Golden Spiral: In this 2017 Pre-Chingming selection from Yunnan province, a profusion ZKP4S ZKP4 of downy golden tips are rolled into spiral shapes with a soft, silky feel. Rich cocoa notes predominate in both the aroma and the deep amber liquor. The creamy smooth cup hints of raisins as well as malt and spice in the finish. $5.50 $28.00 2017 PRE-CHINGMING DOUBLE BOLD-LEAF SPECIAL CONGOU (BLACK) TEA Sample 40 g Pre-Chingming Golden Needles: Handcrafted using time-honored traditional methods, this attractive tea is com- ZKP2S ZKP2 posed of predominantly golden buds, covered in fine silky hairs. The ruby-copper cup is robust and earthy with a pronounced cocoa aroma and flavor. A light toastiness leads to a smooth, lingering finish hinting of spice. $2.75 $13.25 2017 PRE-CHINGMING OOLONG TEA Sample 40 g Pre-Chingming Fairy Oolong: This offering is a 2017 special production Pre-Chingming Oolong from Hunan ZOP1S ZOP1 province. The striking, dark-olive leaves are quite bold and fully intact. Orchid/lilac notes are pronounced in both the aroma and the smooth, buttery flavor. An intense sweetness complements light vegetal hints. $4.75 $22.75

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Page 18 Upton Tea Quarterly Winter, 2017 TEAS of CHINA TEAS of CHINA CHINA CONGOU Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Black teas from China are referred to as China Congou. They are often called red tea by Chinese tea experts. Most of these teas can be enjoyed with or without milk. China Black Flowery Orange Pekoe: Characteristic black China tea. TP04S TP04 TP04D TP04K Frequently served in Chinese restaurants. $1.00 $4.80 $9.12 $33.60 Premium China Keemun: Often called the Burgundy of China teas, this North China Congou is rich, flavorful, and appropriate for any time TP12S TP12 TP12T TP12D TP12H TP12K of day. We offer this as our basic Keemun, although it is in the middle $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $12.25 $23.75 $44.75 range of the standard series. O China Congou Fannings Organic: The earthy aroma of this tea has hints of biscuits and honey. The flavor is brisk and savory, with notes of ZK05S ZK05 ZK05T ZK05D ZK05H ZK05K cedar and toast, with a smoky undertone. A bright, zesty quality lingers $1.00 $5.40 $7.40 $10.26 $20.00 $37.80 long into the finish. China Keemun First Grade: This is the top grade (1110) of standard China Keemun, which include the 1154, 1143, 1132, and 1121 lower ZK11S ZK11 ZK11T ZK11D ZK11H ZK11K grades. Demand often exceeds supply for this grade of China's most $2.00 $9.50 $11.50 $18.25 $35.75 $68.00 famous black tea. Hong Tao Keemun: A mellow tea in the style of An Hui province Keemun, ZK12S ZK12 ZK12T ZK12D ZK12H ZK12K with classic Burgundy cup character and mild smoky note. The liquor is $2.00 $9.00 $11.00 $16.75 $32.75 $61.75 smooth, with a lingering sweet finish. O China Black FOP: Well-twisted leaves with golden tips, producing a ZK16S ZK16 ZK16T ZK16D ZK16H ZK16K liquor that has the character of a non-smoky Keemun. The Burgundy- $2.00 $9.75 $11.75 $18.50 $36.00 $68.00 like flavor notes end with a sweet, clean finish. Hubei Province Keemun Ji Hong: Rated a top tea region since the Tang ZK22 IS SOLD OUT Dynasty, Hubei province produces this remarkable black tea. A special AWAITING NEXT SEASON’S CROP grade of Keemun. China Keemun Hong Cha: ZK33 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL

Sichuan Zao Bei Jian: Now back in stock! An extremely well-made spe- ZK55S ZK55 ZK55T ZK55D ZK55H ZK55K cial tea from Sichuan (Szechuan) province. One of the finest black teas $3.00 $14.25 $16.25 $27.00 $52.25 $98.75 available today. Reddish liquor, clean taste, mellow flavor. Exquisite! Hao-Ya “B” Superfine Keemun: Extra care is taken with each step, from the extra-fine picking through the fermentation. Exquisite in style, ZK80S ZK80 ZK80T ZK80D ZK80H ZK80K color, aroma, and taste. If unspecific "Hao-Ya" Keemun is sold, it is $3.00 $14.25 $16.25 $27.00 $52.25 $98.75 typically Hao-Ya "B". Hong Cha Mao Feng: ZK88 ARRIVING IN LATE FALL

Hao-Ya “A” Superfine Keemun: Officially the top grade of China ZK90S ZK90 ZK90T ZK90D ZK90H ZK90K Keemun, this grade has always been produced in limited supply. An $6.50 $31.75 $33.75 $60.25 $117.50 $222.00 exceptional lot for the Keemun connoisseur.  Yunnan Black Snail: This selection is handcrafted from a bold-leaf Yunnan varietal. The dry leaves are tightly rolled into a spiral “snail” ZY07S ZY07 ZY07D ZY07H ZY07K shape, dark in color with golden tip accents. The smooth cup is rich and $2.25 $12.00 $22.75 $44.25 $86.00 full-bodied with notes of bittersweet cocoa and carob, as well as the classic Yunnan “spice” hints.

CHINA CONGOU (continued) Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Yunnan GFOP: High-grown Yunnan of excellent quality. Sold by some as the best available, this grade is actually the best of the commonly ZY40S ZY40 ZY40T ZY40D ZY40H ZY40K available grades. Brisk flavor without the harshness of lesser Yunnan $2.00 $10.00 $12.00 $19.00 $36.75 $69.50 teas.

Yunnan FBOP: A Broken Orange Pekoe from Yunnan province, this ZY45S ZY45 ZY45T ZY45D ZY45H ZY45K tea is a hearty version of the whole-leaf varieties. Try it with milk for a $1.25 $5.25 $7.25 $9.50 $18.00 $33.75 British-style Yunnan cup.

Yunnan TGFOP: This superior China black tea is a great after-dinner ZY51S ZY51 ZY51T ZY51D ZY51H ZY51K tea. Stands up nicely to milk, delectable plain. (Our original China Yun- nan, introduced as item TP50.) $2.00 $9.25 $11.25 $17.00 $33.50 $63.25  Fujian Black Snail: In this selection from Fujian province, glossy dark brown leaves with downy gold tips have been loosely rolled into the dis- ZY69S ZY69 ZY69D ZY69H tinctive snail shape characteristic of this tea style. The dark ruby copper cup has a full mouth feel evocative of rich sweet cocoa, with a warm $2.00 $10.00 $18.50 $36.00 toasty presence that lingers into the finish. BOLD, WIRY CONGOU TEAS Sample 100 g 200 g 400 g  Keemun Xiang Luo: From An Hui province, home of the famous Hao-Ya Keemun teas, this selection offers a bright character with a suggestion of sweet tobacco in the aroma. The ZK52S ZK52 ZK52D medium-bodied cup has warm toasty notes and a honey sweetness that blooms as the tea $4.25 $21.00 $39.75 cools.

China Keemun Mao Feng: This An Hui province tea is milder and more complex than tradi- ZK98S ZK98 ZK98D ZK98H tional Keemun style teas. The long, slender leaves yield a cup with exquisite flavor and aroma. $2.75 $13.00 $24.75 $48.25 We consider this tea to be one of the best values for fine black teas of China.  Keemun Mao Feng Imperial: This superior Keemun has the depth of flavor and refined complexity characteristic of top grade An Hui Congou teas. The long, wiry leaves produce a deep ZK99S ZK99 ZK99D amber infusion with an aroma hinting of sweet spices and smoke. The smooth cup has notes $3.25 $16.00 $30.00 of wine and cocoa, followed by a peppery hint in the finish.  Panyang Golden Monkey: A russet amber infusion is produced from the wiry, golden-tipped leaves of this refined selection. Pronounced notes of bittersweet cocoa may be found in the ZP60S ZP60 ZP60D aroma and velvety smooth cup. The cocoa flavor lingers long into the finish where it joins $3.25 $16.00 $30.00 notes of warm spice. BOLD, WIRY CONGOU TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Yunnan FOP Select: The dark brown leaves of this selection are accented with golden tips. Rich, earthy notes are present in the aroma ZY30S ZY30 ZY30D ZY30H ZY30K and dark amber cup, and hints of white pepper and cassia add a pleasing $1.50 $6.75 $12.25 $23.75 $45.00 accent. The smooth finish has a light tangy feel. VERY BOLD-LEAF CONGOU TEAS Sample 80 g In Tin 160 g 320 g 640 g Sweet Honey Black Tea: The bold and well-twisted leaves have a slightly crepy appearance, with dark color and a modest amount of golden tips. ZK70S ZK70 ZK70D ZK70H The infusion is smooth with light Burgundy notes and clover honey $3.50 $19.00 $36.10 $70.30 nuances.  Yunnan Golden Monkey Supreme Organic: This outstanding selection O has a profusion of downy golden buds decorating the large, well-twisted leaves. The dark amber liquor has a very fragrant aroma, with hints of ZY86S ZY86 ZY86D Sizes Limited cocoa and slight suggestion of rose. The cup is syrupy sweet and smooth, $4.00 $20.75 $39.00 with toasty/earthy notes, complemented by a refreshing brightness in the finish.

EXTRA BOLD-LEAF CONGOU TEAS Sample 60 g 120 g Yunnan Black Dragon Pearls: Large, dark brown leaves have been carefully rolled into uniform pearl shapes to create this unique offering from Yunnan province. Both the dry pearls and the infused liquor ZY75S ZY75 ZY75D are fragrant with the scent of chocolate, hinting of its delicious flavor. The golden amber cup is rich and $5.50 $27.00 $51.50 earthy with notes of sweet cocoa and hints of stone fruit. The finish is smooth and lingering.

Yunnan Black Needle Imperial: This medium-bodied selection boasts elegantly long, thin leaves that ZY81S ZY81 ZY81D yield a dark, rich copper liquor with a toasty aroma. A creamy smooth mouth feel sets the stage for notes of honey and a subtle cocoa hint. A whisper of spice lingers in the finish. $1.75 $9.00 $17.25 ULTRA BOLD-LEAF CONGOU TEAS Sample 50 g 100 g 200 g Black Tie-Guan-Yin: Produced from a cultivar used for Tie-Guan-Yin Oolong, this black tea selection has an interesting, complex aroma and flavor. The large, midnight brown leaves yield ZK56S ZK56 ZK56D ZK56H an amber cup with an aroma of chestnuts and wood. A refreshing minty suggestion comple- $1.00 $4.00 $7.60 $14.80 ments the nutty/woody flavor notes. Oolong lovers will delight in this unique offering. China Yunnan Rare Grade: This outstanding selection is composed of bold, well-formed  ZY83S ZY83 ZY83D ZY83H leaves with a very high concentration of golden tips. The smooth cup has a rich, inviting aroma $2.00 $9.50 $18.00 $35.00 and a creamy mouth feel. Pleasant notes of spice and cocoa linger on the palate.  Royal Yunnan Golden Bud: Grown in the mountains of Yunnan province, this superlative selection yields a medium-bodied liquor with a substantial mouth feel. The cup aroma is sweet ZY94S ZY94 ZY94D and spicy with toasty nuances. Cocoa flavor notes are accented with characteristic Yunnan $4.00 $20.00 $38.00 spicy hints.

CHINA PU-ERH TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg This tea is named after the town of Pu-Erh in Yunnan province, where it originated. It is produced from the large-leaf Yunnan variety of tea and it is made in loose-leaf form and cakes of various sizes, including compressed tuo cha (small, bowl-shaped cakes). Pu-Erh tea has a unique character due to a double fermentation (oxidation) process which imparts an earthy flavor and aroma. Those unfamiliar with this tea are urged to try a sample before buying larger quantities. Pu-Erh teas are especially appropriate for multiple infusions, and yield a flavorful cup even when using less tea than that recommended for other types of tea.

China Pu-Erh Leaf: This leaf-format Pu-Erh yields dark liquor with ZH20S ZH20 ZH20T ZH20D ZH20H ZH20K strong earthy notes in the traditional style. A good value for this Yunnan classic. $1.75 $8.50 $10.50 $16.00 $31.00 $58.75

China Pu-Erh Tuo Cha, Size 1: With a weight of approximately 5 grams ZH30S ZH30 ZH30T ZH30D ZH30H ZH30K per cake (small tuo cha), this is an ideal size for two cups. Multiple infusions are often made. The liquor is dense and black. $2.25 $11.00 $13.00 $20.50 $40.00 $75.50 O Saiqing Pu-Erh Mini Tuo Cha Organic: This Sheng (or raw) Pu-Erh tuo cha was organically produced on Hekai Tea Mountain at the Mannong/ Manmai villages in Yunnan province. The golden cup has an herbaceous ZH46S ZH46 ZH46D ZH46H aroma with hints of honey. The flavor has notes of fruit, hints of sweet $5.75 $28.75 $54.50 $106.00 tobacco and a pleasing pungency. Hints of stone fruit linger in the aftertaste. Royal Pu-Erh: This whole-leaf Shou Pu-Erh selection is aromatic and robust, with a hearty kick. Pronounced earthy/toasty notes are present in ZH54S ZH54 ZH54D ZH54H ZH54K the dark, rich cup, along with hints of molasses. Its smooth character lin- $3.50 $16.50 $31.50 $61.25 $115.50 gers long into the finish. China Aged Pu-Erh Celestial Tribute: The quality of leaf and the careful production differentiates this Yunnan Pu-Erh from the common vari- ZH60S ZH60 ZH60T ZH60D ZH60H ZH60K eties. Still intense and earthy, but smoother and more complex in flavor. $4.00 $19.25 $21.25 $36.50 $71.00 $134.00 A sample is suggested for the uninitiated. BOLD-LEAF CHINA PU-ERH TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Pu-Erh Sheng Cha: An abundance of silver-green tips adorns the hand processed leaves in this "raw" (Sheng or Qing) Pu-Erh offering. The ZH44S ZH44 ZH44T ZH44D ZH44H ZH44K golden infusion offers an herbaceous aroma with tropical fruit hints. The mouth feel is full and brisk with a brothy flavor, hinting of sweet tobacco $1.00 $5.60 $7.60 $10.64 $20.70 $39.20 and honey. A light suggestion of stone fruit leads to a crisp, clean finish.

EXTRA BOLD-LEAF CHINA PU-ERH TEAS Sample 50 g 100 g  Wuliang Mountain Sheng Pu-Erh: Grown on Wuliang Mountain in Yunnan province, this stellar Sheng Pu-Erh selection has an abundance of white tips adorning the bold, olive-brown leaves. The rosy gold ZH55S ZH55 ZH55D liquor has pronounced apricot notes in both the aroma and flavor. A lively character is punctuated by a $2.00 $10.00 $19.00 refreshing vegetal quality, leading to a crisp, lingering finish. FLAVORED CHINA PU-ERH TEA Sample 125 g 250 g

 Pu-Erh with Coconut: A Shou Pu-Erh is blended with coconut pieces and natural coconut flavor, yield- ZH11S ZH11 ZH11D ing a dark, dense liquor, rich and full-bodied. Notes of creamy coconut balance wonderfully with the earthy Pu-Erh flavor. Hints of malt and a whisper of vanilla complete a great tea experience. $2.00 $9.50 $18.00

CHINA GREEN TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg China green teas are available in an almost infinite range of price and style. At the low end are some refreshing, highly affordable teas of surprising quality. The top grades represent thousands of years of refinement of what can only be considered an art form. These teas are often delicate and should be brewed with water below the boiling point.

Young Hyson: Brisk China green tea of the Chun Mee family. Superior ZG10S ZG10 ZG10T ZG10D ZG10H ZG10K quality; golden liquor with a hint of sweetness. Use sparingly for $1.25 $6.00 $8.00 $11.25 $21.50 $40.75 optimum flavor.

O China Chun Mee Moon Palace: Literally translated, Chun Mee means ZG18S ZG18 ZG18T ZG18D ZG18H ZG18K "precious eyebrows". One of our most popular China green teas. Steep $1.25 $6.00 $8.00 $11.50 $22.00 $41.25 about 2 minutes.

First Grade Gunpowder Green: Superior grade of green tea in the ZG20S ZG20 ZG20T ZG20D ZG20H ZG20K style of gunpowder teas (rolled tea leaves resembling gunpowder $1.25 $5.75 $7.75 $10.75 $20.75 $39.25 pellets).

O Organic Gunpowder: Fine China green tea, painstakingly processed into ZG26S ZG26 ZG26T ZG26D ZG26H ZG26K "pearls." The finished product is a tea with a rich flavor, balanced pun- $1.50 $7.25 $9.25 $13.50 $26.25 $49.50 gency, and the smoky tones one would expect from a quality gunpowder.

Special Grade Temple of Heaven Gunpowder Green: Finest pinhead ZG30S ZG30 ZG30T ZG30D ZG30H ZG30K gunpowder tea with a naturally sweet flavor. A finer grade than ordinary $1.25 $6.00 $8.00 $10.75 $20.00 $38.00 Temple of Heaven.

Pan Long Yin Hao: Originally produced in the early 1980s, Pan Long Yin Hao (Curled Dragon Silver Tips) has won numerous awards in competitions held by China's Ministry of Agriculture. This fine plucking is ZG61S ZG61 ZG61D ZG61H processed into a tighter roll than is typical for this style of tea. The cup is $2.75 $13.25 $25.25 $49.00 smooth and flavorful with predominantly sweet vegetal notes. The liquor has a round, brothy quality and pleasant finish.

BOLD-LEAF CHINA GREEN TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g O Organic Young Hyson Imperial: This tea has the bold flavor of a high- fired tea, yet it has a pleasing smoothness with delicate sweetness. The ZG14S ZG14 ZG14T ZG14D ZG14H ZG14K thin, well-twisted leaves produce a liquor with a pale green color. This is $1.25 $6.00 $8.00 $11.50 $22.00 $41.75 a very popular style of China green tea with a bolder leaf.

Lung Ching (Long Jing) Green Superfine: One of the finest China ZG71S ZG71 ZG71D ZG71H ZG71K green teas is Lung Ching (Dragon Well). The liquor is pale yellow, slightly sweet, and very refreshing. $3.75 $18.50 $35.25 $68.50 $129.50 Pi Lo Chun (Green Snail Spring): The most tender buds are picked under carefully controlled conditions in the spring. One of the most ZG92S ZG92 ZG92T ZG92D ZG92H ZG92K prized of China green teas, only a limited amount of this special grade $5.00 $25.00 $27.00 $47.25 $92.00 $174.25 tea is available. SPECIAL BOLD-LEAF GREEN TEAS Sample 80 g In Tin 160 g 320 g 640 g

 Yunnan Green Mao Feng: Large silver-tipped leaves yield a rich, brothy ZG22S ZG22 ZG22D cup. The dark golden liquor has an earthy aroma, suggestive of sweet Sizes Limited tobacco. $1.50 $7.00 $13.00

SPECIAL BOLD-LEAF GREEN TEAS (continued) Sample 80 g In Tin 160 g 320 g 640 g

O Special Ding Gu Da Fang Organic: Legend has it that this eponymous tea was created by the famous Buddhist monk Da Fang during the Song A NEW LOT OF ZG48 dynasty. This special lot infuses a golden yellow cup, with a pronounced IS EXPECTED IN LATE FALL floral sweetness in the aroma. The flavor is rich and buttery smooth, with notes of chestnut and hints of ripe fruit, which linger into the finish.

 China Green Mao Jian: The twisted, dark olive leaves, from a mao jian (one leaf and a bud) plucking, produce a dark golden liquor with a sweet, ZG54S ZG54 ZG54D Sizes Limited fruity aroma. The buttery cup has light floral notes and a sweetness remi- $3.50 $17.00 $32.00 niscent of sugar cookies.

O Organic Lung Ching: Produced in the mountainous region of Zhejiang province, this distinguished selection represents an especially good value in Lung Ching tea. Hand-processed leaves are fashioned into flat, yellow- ZG60S ZG60 ZG60T ZG60D ZG60H ZG60K green leaf sets, yielding a flavorful cup with a sweet character and buttery $3.25 $15.25 $17.25 $29.00 $56.25 $106.50 smooth mouth feel. The aroma is fragrant with nutty notes and a light floral hint O Lung Ching Imperial Organic: The leaves of this Zhejiang province organic selection are neat and well made in the classic Lung Ching flat ZG70S ZG70 ZG70D shape. The dark golden cup has a toasty, nutty aroma with a light floral Sizes Limited hint. A vegetal sweetness predominates, with chestnut notes comple- $3.75 $18.50 $35.25 menting the flavor profile. EXTRA BOLD-LEAF GREEN TEAS Sample 50 g 100 g

Huang Ya Imperial Yellow Tea: The leaves are long, twisted and threaded with fawn-colored tips. The ZG38S ZG38 ZG38D aroma has nuances of pear and light citrus. The delicate liquor is smooth, with sweet notes of peach and steamed vegetables. $1.50 $8.00 $15.20

White Monkey Pekoe: This classic Fujian specialty is handcrafted from first leaf and bud sets, which ZG73S ZG73 ZG73D yield a dark golden liquor with a toasty aroma. The silky smooth cup is light with a buttery mouth feel and pronounced sugar cane sweetness. Supplies are limited. $1.50 $7.25 $13.50 DOUBLE BOLD-LEAF GREEN TEAS Sample 40 g 80 g Hua Shan Huang Ya Yellow Buds: This relatively rare, handcrafted offering is produced in An Hui province at Hua Shan mountain, and was once a tribute tea offered to the Emperor. The leaves are ZG51S ZG51 ZG51D composed of a fine plucking, with a downy bud and two leaves. The liquor is a muted hay color with a $2.50 $14.00 $26.60 buttery aspect. The flavor is subtle yet rich and enticing, with an evanescent tropical fruit note. Misty Mountain Mao Feng: Sprinkled with silvery buds, the long olive-green leaves have been carefully plucked and handcrafted to produce this high-quality green tea selection. The cup aroma is sweet ZG63S ZG63 ZG63D and delicate with buttery vegetal notes. The pale yellow-jade infusion is light yet flavorful, with a slightly $2.25 $11.00 $21.00 brothy, savory quality. Floral hints lead to a smooth, clean finish.

O Organic An Hui Mountain Tea: The beautifully handcrafted leaves of this organic green tea yield a pale jade green infusion with a fresh aroma, hinting of sweet corn and spring flowers. The delicate cup is ZG96S ZG96 ZG96D smooth and buttery with nutty notes and a sweetness reminiscent of almond paste. Fruity nuances lead $1.00 $5.40 $10.26 to a crisp, clean finish. ULTRA BOLD-LEAF GREEN TEAS Sample 30 g 60 g Fujian Green Snow Buds: From Fujian province, this special, handcrafted selection is composed of downy silver tea buds. The champagne-gold liquor has a savory aroma with earthy, vegetal hints. The ZG78S ZG78 ZG78D brothy cup has a buttery mouth feel with melon notes and hints of honey and sweet tobacco. Supplies $1.00 $7.40 $14.06 are limited.

CHINA SCENTED TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg

China Jasmine: Green tea roasted with jasmine flowers, producing a TP70S TP70 TP70T TP70D TP70H TP70K fragrant, delicate tea. Sometimes classified as an Oolong tea, Jasmine teas are technically of the scented Pouchong family of teas. $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $11.50 $22.25 $42.00

CHINA SCENTED TEAS (continued) Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg  Chung-Hao Jasmine Imperial: This fine Jasmine selection produces an amber gold cup with a rich, full mouth feel. The flavor showcases a ZJ55S ZJ55 ZJ55D perfect balance between the base tea and its meticulous jasmine Sizes Limited scenting. Light floral notes are highlighted by a hint of sweetness that $2.75 $13.50 $25.75 lingers into the finish. O China Jasmine Da Zhang Organic: This selection is produced via the careful processing of quality green tea with fragrant jasmine blossoms. ZJ56S ZJ56 ZJ56D ZJ56H ZJ56K The result is a mildly pungent tea with a pleasant aroma and delicate $2.00 $9.25 17.75 33.50 $64.75 jasmine essence. The liquor has a pleasingly rich taste.  China Jasmine Chung-Hao Organic: An organic silver-tip green tea was scented with fresh, organic jasmine blossoms, creating this ZJ57S ZJ57 ZJ57D O delightful tea. The cup aroma is candy sweet and redolent with the Sizes Limited sublime scent of jasmine. The liquor is smooth and well balanced, with $3.00 $14.75 $28.25 a pleasing level of jasmine flavor that lingers into the finish.

Yin-Hao Special Grade Jasmine: The choicest of the standard grades ZJ81S ZJ81 ZJ81D of Jasmine tea. Delicate flavor with a natural sweetness that is Sizes Limited enhanced by the sublime aroma of the finest jasmine flowers. $3.00 $15.00 $26.75

Guangdong Province Jasmine Pearls: Tightly-rolled leaf bud sets ZJ85S ZJ85 ZJ85T ZJ85D ZJ85H ZJ85K scented with an alluring fruity nuance. This is a more affordable alternative to our extremely popular Dragon Phoenix Pearl, below. $4.25 $20.75 $22.75 $37.25 $70.75 $134.50 Guangdong Province Jasmine Dragon Phoenix Pearl: Select fine pluckings (i.e., two leaves and a bud), lightly-scented with the finest ZJ90S ZJ90 ZJ90T ZJ90D ZJ90H ZJ90K jasmine flowers and tightly rolled into pearl-sized spheres. A rare treat $5.75 $28.25 $30.25 $54.75 $106.25 $210.25 for Jasmine tea lovers. O Organic Jasmine Dragon Phoenix Pearl: This rare offering is produced from carefully selected leaf sets, consisting of buds and tender first-leaf ZJ91S ZJ91 ZJ91D sets. It is then scented with the highest quality jasmine blossoms, which Sizes Limited are later painstakingly removed to ensure that the quality of the leaf is $7.50 $37.50 $71.25 represented in the cup.

Magnolia Blossom Oolong: This Guangdong province specialty is a lovely Oolong tea, scented with magnolia flowers. Alternately known as ZM65S ZM65 ZM65T ZM65D ZM65H Orchid Oolong or in Chinese Yu Lan, this selection is a must try for those $3.25 $15.25 $17.25 $27.50 $52.00 who appreciate a fine scented tea. The flavor nuances are unique, but hints of jasmine lend a recognizable character.

Ginseng Tie-Guan-Yin Oolong: An interesting twist on a Chinese classic. The rolled leaves are coated with ground ginseng, producing an exceptional, silky-smooth cup. The aroma has the floral sweetness of Tie- ZM87S ZM87 ZM87T ZM87D ZM87H ZM87K Guan-Yin, with mellow ginseng notes. This lot has a bit of licorice root $3.00 $14.50 $16.50 $26.00 $49.25 $93.75 juice added, which further adds to the natural sweetness. Suitable for multiple infusions.

BOLD-LEAF SCENTED TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g

China Lychee: Scented with the aromatic lychee fruit, this China black TP30S TP30 TP30T TP30D TP30H TP30K tea has a natural hint of sweetness and a flowery aroma. $1.25 $5.25 $7.25 $9.25 $18.00 $33.75 Rose Congou: Quality China black (Congou) tea is scented with rose blossoms, creating a naturally aromatic, sweet cup. This tea is TP40S TP40 TP40D TP40H TP40K occasionally referred to as Lotus Tea, but should not be confused with $1.00 $5.00 $9.50 $18.50 $36.00 the flavored tea blend bearing that name.

ULTRA BOLD-LEAF SCENTED TEAS Sample 60 g In Tin 120 g 240 g 480 g Jasmine Yin Zhen: Silver downy tea buds have been expertly scented with jasmine, lending a sweet perfumed essence to this distinctive ZJ95S ZJ95 selection from Fujian province. The white tea base adds a light savory Sizes Limited body to the pale straw-colored infusion. Gentle floral notes in the cup $3.80 $16.40 complement the herbaceous melon notes of the white tea. Hints of honey lead to a delicate, lingering finish.

OOLONGS & SOUCHONGS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg  Milk Oolong: From Fujian province, this unique Oolong is composed of loosely rolled leaves with a rich buttery fragrance. The sparkling pale yellow cup has a silky smooth mouth feel with a round, complex flavor ZO11S ZO11 ZO11D Sizes Limited profile. A tropical fruit sweetness complements notes of coconut cream $3.75 $18.25 $34.75 and a light floral suggestion. This tea is a perfect choice for multiple infusions.  Huang Jin Gui Oolong: With a light oxidation level of less than 20%, this premium Oolong is produced in Anxi county of Fujian province. The ZO21S ZO21 ZO21D Sizes Limited name Huang Jin Gui translates to “golden osmanthus,” referring to the $2.00 $10.00 $19.00 cup’s light gold hue and osmanthus-like aroma and flavor. Tie-Guan-Yin Standard Oolong: This Oolong tea has a neat appearance, with evenly rolled leaves ranging in color from dark olive ZO40S ZO40 ZO40D ZO40H green to a lighter lime green. The clear infusion is light, with a green- $1.00 $7.20 $13.68 $26.60 yellow hue. The pleasant flavor has notes of almond milk and light floral/ citrus hints. Produced in Fujian province.  Tie-Guan-Yin Oolong Second Grade: A classic Tie-Guan-Yin Oolong with dark olive, rolled leaves, producing a flavorful cup with the aroma ZO78S ZO78 ZO78D Sizes Limited of sweet raisins. A rich floral note complements a smooth buttery mouth $2.25 $11.00 $20.50 feel. The fine flavor lingers on the palate with a toasty aftertaste.  Floral Tie-Guan-Yin Oolong: An outstanding Tie-Guan-Yin Oolong selection, with an appealing floral intensity. The attractive, olive-green ZO82S ZO82 ZO82D leaves produce a fragrant, pale gold infusion with a buttery smooth Sizes Limited $4.25 $21.00 $39.00 mouth feel. Orchid/lilac notes are prominent in both the flavor and aroma, as well as a hint of honey sweetness. China Oolong Buddha's Palm: A special grade of Fujian province Oolong, with superior flavor, aroma, and leaf style. The tightly rolled ZO86S ZO86 ZO86T ZO86D ZO86H ZO86K leaves unfold to reveal the fine plucking, yielding a smooth cup with a $5.50 $26.50 $28.50 $50.25 $97.75 $185.00 toasty, spicy flavor.

BOLD-LEAF OOLONGS & SOUCHONGS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Oolong Se Chung: A top grade of this lesser-known style of China ZO10S ZO10 ZO10T ZO10D ZO10H ZO10K Oolong. Slightly green, with a woody aroma and flavor. A style served in $1.25 $5.50 $7.50 $9.75 $17.50 $31.75 Hong Kong Chinese restaurants. Tie-Guan-Yin Oolong First Grade: Full, spicy flavor, hinting of chest- ZO80S ZO80 ZO80T ZO80D ZO80H ZO80K nuts. Rich, golden liquor with a heady aroma and delightful aftertaste. $2.00 $9.75 $11.75 $17.50 $31.50 $56.75 Tie-Guan-Yin Oolong Special Grade: The loosely rolled leaves produce a pale golden cup with a full, buttery mouth feel. A sweet floral ZO88S ZO88 ZO88D Sizes Limited fragrance introduces notes of dried fruit and a hint of honeysuckle in the $3.75 $17.75 $33.50 flavor. The finish lingers with a light toastiness.

SPECIAL BOLD-LEAF OOLONG Sample 90 g

Zhang Ping Shui Hsian Oolong: This loosely-rolled Fujian province tea is tightly packed into paper-wrapped ZO79S ZO79 "bricks". Infusing reveals bold, skillfully crafted leaves with a fresh aroma and a hearty cup with a lilac/hyacinth $3.80 $17.80 fragrance. The sweet finish has a delicate suggestion of cardamom. EXTRA BOLD-LEAF OOLONG Sample 60 g In Tin 120 g 240 g 480 g Da Hong Pao Oolong: Da Hong Pao, or "Big Red Robe" is a famous tea with a colorful pedigree. The very large leaves are perfect for multiple infu- ZO25S ZO25 ZO25D sions. Subsequent steepings will produce varying levels of fruity and Sizes Limited $2.50 $13.20 $25.08 honey notes, as well as lingering woody hints. A delicate toasty hint is noted in the finish. ULTRA BOLD-LEAF OOLONG Sample 50 g In Tin 100 g 200 g 400 g "Wu-Yi" Water Fairy Oolong: While not a true Wu-Yi Mountain tea, this Fujian province Oolong is a flavorful and affordable alternative. The dark, chocolate-brown leaves produce a dusky ecru liquor with a harmonious ZO15S ZO15 ZO15T ZO15D ZO15H ZO15K flavor profile, accented with a sweet, lingering finish. Some who have $1.00 $4.75 $6.75 $9.00 $15.50 $29.50 enjoyed this selection have commented about nuances of honeysuckle, citrus and peach. BOLD-LEAF LAPSANG SOUCHONG Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g  Gao Ji Lapsang Souchong: A smooth mouth feel and delightful bright quality are showcased in this fine Lapsang Souchong selection. Rich ZS01S ZS01 ZS01D ZS01H smoky notes balance with a light, lingering sweetness in the whiskey- $1.75 $8.75 $16.75 $32.75 colored liquor.

Lapsang Souchong: The smoky flavor of a good Lapsang Souchong is ZS20S ZS20 ZS20T ZS20D ZS20H ZS20K unforgettable. This is an excellent example of this large-leaf variety. A $1.25 $6.25 $8.25 $11.25 $20.75 $39.25 mellow tea which is low in caffeine.

Lapsang Souchong Imperial: The best China Lapsang Souchong we have found. To our knowledge, we are the only importer of this grade of ZS80S ZS80 ZS80T ZS80D ZS80H ZS80K China Lapsang Souchong. Superior in flavor. Very smoky, yet quite $1.75 $7.75 $9.75 $15.00 $29.50 $55.50 mellow.

Lapsang Souchong Black Dragon: Blended specially for Upton Tea Imports. This tea is a pleasing and subtly complex variation on a rich, ZS90S ZS90 ZS90T ZS90D ZS90H ZS90K smoky classic. The perfect gift for the Lapsang Souchong drinker who $2.00 $9.50 $11.50 $17.25 $31.50 $56.75 likes a milder and less smoky taste.

WHITE TEA BOLD-LEAF WHITE TEA Sample 50 g In Tin 100 g 160 g 320 g O Organic White Silver Needle: This special production is composed entirely of unopened leaf buds. The cup has a delicate, sweet aroma. The ZW90S ZW90 ZW90D Sizes Limited light liquor is refreshing with a sweet hint and a lightly nutty/fruity finish. An $2.75 $12.75 $24.0 outstanding organic white tea. EXTRA BOLD-LEAF WHITE TEA Sample 40 g In Tin 80 g 160 g 320 g Pai Mu Tan Imperial: Often preferred over the more delicate white teas, this Fujian province "White Peony" offering has a more full-bodied flavor ZW55S ZW55 ZW55D ZW55H profile. The golden liquor is smooth and toasty with a rich honey sweet- $1.00 $5.60 $10.64 $20.70 ness and light floral hints.

EXTRA BOLD-LEAF WHITE TEA (continued) Sample 40 g In Tin 80 g 160 g 320 g O Organic Pai Mu Tan Supreme: A special grade of organic white tea, this Pai Mu Tan (Bai Mu Dan) selection has a full complement of tender ZW57S ZW57 ZW57T ZW57D ZW57H ZW57K leaf buds. The dark golden cup is well-balanced with an earthy, herba- $1.00 $5.80 $7.80 $11.02 $21.50 $40.60 ceous aroma. The bolder leaf style yields a liquor with full flavor and subtle hints of melon and spice. Yin Zhen Bai Hao Downy White Pekoe: Very rare, this exotic tea is the ZW80S ZW80 ZW80T ZW80D ZW80H ZW80K most distinguished of all white teas. The silver-leaf tea buds yield a $3.25 $16.25 $18.25 $31.25 $59.25 $116.25 naturally sweet, complex, and delicate tea.

ULTRA BOLD-LEAF CHINA WHITE TEA Sample 30 g In Tin 60 g 120 g 240 g Shou Mei Classic: This fine selection produces an amber gold liquor from  ZW24S ZW24 ZW24D ZW24H large leaves in shades of green-brown. A toasty aroma with hints of melon $1.00 $9.00 $17.00 $33.00 complements an herbaceous cup with a pronounced honey sweetness. Special Grade Shou Mei White Tea: Brown/green leaves and silvery buds yield a light golden-amber infusion with a sweet, toasty aroma. The ZW60S ZW60 ZW60T ZW60D ZW60H ZW60K smooth, full-bodied cup has notes of honey and melon as well as some $1.25 $6.00 $8.00 $11.50 $22.00 $41.75 toasty hints. Jinggu Spring Buds: From Jinggu County in Yunnan province, these exquisite downy white tea buds yield a pale straw-colored infusion, ZW95S ZW95 Sizes Limited notable for a nutty/toasty aroma with hints of honey. A sweet hay nuance $3.80 $11.80 complements the savory cup, which finishes with a gentle spice hint.

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 27 ICED TEA SELECTIONS ICED TEA SELECTIONS Virtually any tea can be served iced for a refreshing summer beverage. Many of our customers enjoy iced tea the year round as an alternative to bottled beverages. An excellent way to steep iced tea is the traditional hot tea method, using twice the normal quantity of tea leaves. The steeped concentrate can then be poured over ice when ready to serve. Storing or steeping tea at room temperature for extended periods is not recommended. SPECIAL BLEND FOR ICED TEA Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Darjeeling-Ceylon Iced Tea Blend: Half whole-leaf Darjeeling and half TB49S TB49 TB49T TB49D TB49H TB49K OP Ceylon. A great hot tea as well! $1.50 $7.00 $9.00 $13.00 $25.25 $47.75 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ICED TEA Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Rote Grütze (Red Groats): Hibiscus, dried fruit and flavoring yield a red BF60S BF60 BF60T BF60D BF60H BF60K liquor and bright harmony of tart flavors. Contains no caffeine. $1.75 $8.00 $10.00 $15.00 $29.00 $54.75 Java Blend: A rich broken-leaf breakfast blend especially suited for those who enjoy a powerful cup in the morning. This also is a great choice for TB15S TB15 TB15T TB15D TB15H TB15K iced tea. Java teas are never expensive, so you get the best produced for $1.25 $5.75 $7.75 $11.00 $21.25 $40.25 a few cents a cup. Kandy BOP: Good color and strength for a hearty cup. Takes milk very TC30S TC30 TC30T TC30D TC30H TC30K well. $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $12.25 $22.00 $42.50 No.1 Tippy Orthodox GFOP Darjeeling: An exceptional golden-tip TD50S TD50 TD50T TD50D TD50H TD50K Darjeeling blend. We first introduced this tea in 1990 and it continues to be our most popular Darjeeling. $2.00 $9.75 $11.75 $18.50 $36.00 $68.00 Extra Bergamot English Earl Grey: Specially blended for those who pre- TE11S TE11 TE11T TE11D TE11H TE11K fer a richly scented Earl Grey. Our most popular Earl Grey. $1.50 $7.50 $9.50 $14.25 $26.50 $51.25 Traditional Masala Chai: A traditional Indian spiced tea recipe with a warm and robust character, the full flavor notes of cinnamon, cardamom, TE30S TE30 TE30T TE30D TE30H TE30K ginger and clove hold up to milk and honey, the traditional way to take this $1.75 $8.25 $10.25 $15.50 $30.25 $57.00 tea. Peach with Pieces: A peach flavored whole-leaf black tea base, deco- TF73S TF73 TF73T TF73D TF73H TF73K rated with peach fruit pieces. $1.50 $7.25 $9.25 $13.75 $26.75 $50.50 BOLD-LEAF TEAS RECOMMENDED FOR ICED TEA Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Moroccan Green Mint: Gunpowder green tea blended with a generous TE47S TE47 TE47T TE47D TE47H TE47K amount of peppermint. $1.25 $5.75 $7.75 $11.00 $19.75 $38.00

Mango Indica: A mango-flavored, whole-leaf black tea base, decorated TF41S TF41 TF41T TF41D TF41H TF41K with mango fruit pieces and flowers. A bolder leaf version of our former TF42. $1.25 $6.00 $8.00 $11.25 $21.50 $40.75 ICED TEA SAMPLER SETS

Premium Iced Tea Sampler: A tin each of the following teas recommended for iced tea: Rote Grütze (Red Groats) (BF60), SI01 No.1 Tippy Orthodox GFOP Darjeeling (TD50), Extra Bergamot English Earl Grey (TE11), and Traditional Masala Chai $12.80 (TE30).

Iced Tea Sampler #1: A tin each of the following teas recommended for iced tea: Darjeeling-Ceylon Iced Tea Blend (TB49), SI03 Peach Tea with Pieces (TF73), Java Blend (TB15), and Kandy BOP (TC30). $10.80

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Page 28 Upton Tea Quarterly Winter, 2017 SEASON’S PICK TEAS SEASON’S PICK TEAS TEAS OF AFRICA Sample 200 g 800 g O Season's Pick Rukeri Organic: This bold-leaf organic selection produces a brisk, flavorful cup with  medium strength and a smooth mouth feel. The deep copper-amber liquor has an earthy/toasty aroma. TK06S TK06D TK06K Hints of Burgundy and aromatic wood enhance an overall sweet character. This versatile tea is great hot $1.00 $8.90 $34.00 or iced. TEAS OF INDIA Sample 250 g 1 Kg O Season's Pick Samsing Estate Dooars CTC BOP Organic: Grown in the picturesque Dooars region in northeastern India, this CTC-style offering produces a smooth and well-balanced cup. The russet-cop- TO05S TO05D TO05K per infusion has a rich toasty/malty aroma with a nuance of rose. Hints of dark honey and a suggestion $1.00 $8.80 $32.60 of spice highlight the nutty flavor, which finishes on a crisp, clean note. This versatile tea tastes great hot or iced. Season’s Pick Castleton In-between Darjeeling: From its floral aroma and flavor to its smooth, linger-  TD00S TD00D TD00K ing finish, this Darjeeling offering is a wonderful value. Toasty hints and a light touch of spice complete a $1.50 $15.00 $55.00 satisfying tea experience. BOLD-LEAF INDIA TEA Sample 200 g 800 g

Assam GFOP: A full-leaf Assam tea with a semi-tippy appearance. The liquor is balanced and smooth, TA04S TA04D TA04K with a light sweetness. The medium body can be enjoyed plain, but it can also accommodate milk, if $1.00 $9.00 $32.75 desired.

O Assam GFOP Organic: This Assam selection produces a dark cup with a full flavor profile. Notes of TA07S TA07D TA07K cocoa and a delicate caramel hint complement a sweet and toasty aroma for an enjoyable cup. $1.00 $10.00 $35.00 O Season's Pick First Flush Darjeeling Organic: The bright golden amber cup has a sweet floral aroma TD08S TD08D TD08K and flavor. A delightful astringency awakens the palate lingers into the crisp finish. $2.00 $18.50 $70.00

TEAS OF CEYLON (SRI LANKA) Sample 250 g 1 Kg Season's Pick Ceylon Low Country FBOPF Ex. Spl.: This low-grown Ceylon selection has dark TC07S TC07D TC07K brown leaves that yield a beautiful copper-red infusion with a bright aroma, hinting of citrus. The lively $1.00 $11.75 $43.25 cup has a full mouth feel with malty nuances and molasses-like sweet notes, which linger into the finish. TEAS OF CHINA Sample 250 g 1 Kg Green Fannings Organic: This is a perfect tea for getting your daily dose of "greens." This fannings O ZG03S ZG03D ZG03K grade produces a smooth and flavorful cup within a minute. Value-priced for everyday consumption and $1.00 $7.75 $28.00 chosen for its pleasing character, this tea is an excellent choice for the green tea enthusiast on a budget. Gunpowder Green: This selection has a semi-loose style of rolled leaves, producing an infusion that ZG04S ZG04D ZG04K has a sweet nuance, with notes of tobacco and smoke. $1.00 $9.50 $35.00 Season’s Pick Green Snail: From Fujian province, the olive-green leaves have been loosely rolled into pearls, showing some visible downy tips. The dark golden liquor has a light earthy aroma with a faint ZG13S ZG13D ZG13K suggestion of tobacco. A smooth, savory flavor with hints of melon adds a pleasing complexity to the $1.00 $11.50 $40.25 cup. The finish lingers with a buttery mouth feel and light fruity nuances. O Yunnan Fannings Organic: With an infusion time of 1-2 minutes, this tea offers a quick, satisfying cup ZY03S ZY03D ZY03K with a classic Yunnan character (medium-thick liquor with spicy/malty nuances). $1.00 $8.25 $28.00 BOLD-LEAF CHINA TEA Sample 200 g 800 g  Season's Pick Young Hyson: The golden yellow cup has a light floral aroma and honey-like sweet- ZG02S ZG02D ZG02K ness, with a mild smoky undertone. A gentle tartness reveals itself in the finish. $1.00 $9.50 $35.00 O Season's Pick China Sencha Organic: Processed in the style of a Japanese Sencha tea, this selec- ZG07S ZG07D ZG07K tion is an excellent value for an everyday green tea. The golden cup is aromatic with floral hints and a $1.00 $7.75 $29.25 sweet, buttery mouth feel. FLAVORED TEAS AND BLENDS Sample 250 g 1 Kg Earl Grey Crème Vanilla: A classic Earl Grey, accented with vanilla and cream flavors. This delightful TE01S TE01D TE01K variant will appeal to most Earl Grey enthusiasts. $1.00 $11.00 $40.00

TEAS of FORMOSA Taiwan (formerly Formosa) produces Oolongs of incomparable flavor and quality. Formosa Oolongs have a distinctive, complex flavor and aroma, reminiscent of peaches and chestnuts. We list the teas below in decreasing order of fermentation. The Oolongs in the later sections (lighter fermentation) are most popular in Taiwan, and are gaining in popularity in the U.S.

FORMOSA BLACK TEAS Sample 125 g 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Formosa Keemun: Formosa Keemun has a unique style that has attracted a dedicated following. This selection has the characteristic Oolong notes and gentle smok- TT51S TT51 TT51D TT51H TT51K iness of this tea. It also has the lighter-colored leaf and infusion of our original $1.50 $7.50 $14.25 $27.75 $52.50 Formosa Keemun from several years ago. Recommended for those seeking a diver- gence from traditional China Keemun. BOLD-LEAF FORMOSA BLACK TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Bold Leaf Formosa Lapsang Souchong: Rich and lusty, this smoky tea TT71S TT71 TT71T TT71D TT71H TT71K has a mellow aftertaste. A bit smokier than the China variety. $1.00 $6.20 $8.20 $11.78 $22.90 $43.40

FORMOSA OOLONG TEA Sample 125 g 250 g Formosa GABA Oolong: Japanese researchers created GABA tea serendipitously in the 1980s. Want- ing effective methods to preserve tea, not fully oxidized leaf was exposed to nitrogen. The glutamic acid TT78S TT78 TT78D inherent in tea was transformed to Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, or GABA for short. This selection is nota- $6.25 $31.00 $58.75 ble for its broad and interesting flavor profile, with notes of mango, peach and guava. The cup has a creamy body with a pronounced, lingering sweetness. VERY BOLD-LEAF FORMOSA OOLONG Sample 80 g In Tin 160 g 320 g 640 g Oolong Standard Grade: A classic restaurant grade tea, with a smooth TT11S TT11 TT11T TT11D TT11H TT11K character, and classic Formosa Oolong flavors. Priced for everyday use, $1.50 $7.50 $9.50 $14.00 $27.00 $51.00 this selection is an excellent choice for its value and quality. Oolong Fine Grade: Moderately-priced tea of good quality. The value choice of many Oolong fans. Originally referred to as our European TT15S TT15 TT15T TT15D TT15H TT15K Market Formosa Oolong. While the leaf quality of this grade cannot be $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $11.50 $20.75 $37.50 compared to costlier Formosa Oolong teas, it is popular for its deep flavor notes. Formosa Oolong Choicest: Choicest Oolong (Wu-Long) is a flavorful alternative to the higher priced Fancy grades, with much of the complexity TT18S TT18 TT18T TT18D TT18H TT18K and cup character. The bold leaves, with some silvery tips, produce a $3.00 $15.00 $17.00 $28.50 $55.50 $104.75 liquor with notes of dark grapes and hints of peach. FORMOSA AMBER OOLONG Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Amber Oolong: With an oxidation level of approximately 40%, this tea TT55S TT55 TT55T TT55D TT55H TT55K produces a liquor that is darker than the Jade Oolongs, listed below. The $2.25 $10.75 $12.75 $20.25 $39.25 $74.00 flavor is slightly more earthy and robust. Amber Oolong Select: This grade of Amber Oolong has more complex TT57S TT57 TT57T TT57D TT57H TT57K flavor and finer leaf style than our TT55, above. Highly recommended. $3.75 $18.50 $20.50 $35.25 $68.50 $129.50 FORMOSA TUNG-TING & JADE OOLONG Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Jade Oolong: Extra rich flavor. A Tung-Ting style Oolong, oxidized at approximately 18% to retain a greener character. Very sweet and aro- TT86S TT86 TT86T TT86D TT86H TT86K matic, this is the style of Oolong that is favored by Taiwan tea connois- $4.50 $21.50 $23.50 $41.50 $80.75 $152.50 seurs. Jade Oolong Supreme: Those who appreciate the finer grades of Tung- TT87S TT87 Ting style Oolong will find this one an exceptional value. The flavor is sur- Sizes Limited $7.00 $35.00 prisingly more refined than item TT86.

FORMOSA TUNG-TING & JADE OOLONG (continued) Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Jade Oolong Imperial: The finest Jade Oolong that we have ever sam- TT89S TT89 pled. Those looking for the best of what Taiwan can produce will want to Sizes Limited $13.00 $64.00 try at least the sample size (12 grams). SPECIAL PURCHASE FORMOSA OOLONG Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Formosa Oolong Spring Dragon: A lightly-fermented leaf which TT88S TT88 TT88T TT88D TT88H TT88K releases a delicate, flowery liquor. The sweet and refreshing taste is $5.00 $24.25 $26.25 $46.00 $89.75 $169.50 enhanced by the fragrance of lilacs. A truly exquisite tea.

TEAS of AFRICA KENYA BLACK TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg African teas are similar in character to Assam teas and thus are superb breakfast teas. The flavor is rich and robust. All take milk very well, but may be had plain or with lemon.  Golden Kenya GFBOP: This is our Golden Kenya tea, sold in either bold broken-leaf or whole-leaf, depending upon availability. The cup has full fla- TK25S TK25 TK25D TK25H vor and aroma, with medium body. May be enjoyed plain, but it is strong $1.00 $5.00 $9.50 $18.75 enough to accommodate a touch of milk. A brisk character with a subtle hint of rose makes this selection especially interesting.  Nandi Royal Kenya GFBOP: Flecks of golden tips decorate the dark brown, uniform leaves of this black tea selection form Kenya. The dark TK42S TK42 TK42D TK42H copper cup is smooth and rich with a pleasant astringency that awakens $1.75 $8.75 $16.50 $32.00 the palate. This tea is a great choice for your everyday cup. BOLD-LEAF KENYA BLACK TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g  Nandi Royal Kenya OP: A smooth, medium-bodied cup is produced from the long, dark brown leaves. A hint of honey is introduced in the aroma, TK22S TK22 TK22D TK22H TK22K blooming into a pronounced note in the coppery amber liquor. A nutty $1.00 $5.00 $9.25 $18.00 $33.75 nuance complements the sweet flavor, ending with a crisp, clean finish. OTHER BLACK TEAS OF AFRICA Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg O Rukeri Estate Rwanda BOP Organic: The cup has a full flavor and aroma, with a medium body. May be enjoyed plain, but it is strong enough TK12S TK12 TK12D TK12H to accommodate a touch of milk. Longer steepings yield a robust cup with $1.50 $6.50 $12.00 $21.50 notes of rose and peppery hints. At briefer steepings, the liquor is sweeter and more delicate. TANZANIA GREEN TEA Sample 40 g 80 g Tanzania Usambara Green Tea: Bold, well twisted leaves, in shades of olive green, produce a yellow  TK10S TK10 TK10D jade liquor with a bright, brothy aroma. A refreshing character is well balanced with a rich buttery mouth $2.00 $9.00 $17.00 feel and sweet hay notes. The finish is clean and satisfying. TANZANIA OOLONG TEA Sample 60 g 120 g Tanzania Usambara Oolong Tea: The bold dark leaves, laced with silvery tips, are fragrant with the  TK11S TK11 TK11D scent of sweet cocoa. A warm toasty note complements a hint of almond in the aroma. A silky smooth $2.50 $12.00 $22.50 mouth feel lingers long into the finish, which echoes with a light suggestion of flowers.

Ceylon - or modern-day Sri Lanka - has one of the world’s oldest tea empires. As presented in the article on page 48 of this issue, we are pleased to share with you our focus on Ceylon teas, commemorating 150 years of Ceylon tea. British tea planter, James Taylor, introduced the first tea plantation to Ceylon in 1867, where the tea leaves thrived in the cool, humid climate. The tea-growing regions of Sri Lanka are clustered mostly among the mountains of the island’s central region and its southern foothills. Like the great wine-growing regions of France, the tea country of Sri Lanka is divided into seven strictly defined districts, each of which is known for producing teas of a particular character. Each district presents a unique combination of climate and terrain that leaves its mark on the tea it produces. We have curated our Ceylon tea assortment and are pleased to feature teas from all 7 growing regions in Sri Lanka. We are excited to add eighteen new and exclusive Ceylon teas that have never been available to the American consumer. We hope you will enjoy our expanded assortment listed here as well as more selections that are available on our website.

Dimbula refreshingly mellow The Dimbula region of Sri Lanka is located to the west of the central mountains and is defined as “high-grown” as all estates exceed an altitude of 1,300 meters. Like all districts in Ceylon, drenching monsoon rains douse the growing tea bushes, and the best teas are picked at dry periods during the first months of the year. Dimbula Ceylons exhibit characteristic Ceylon body and flavor, with a fine golden-orange hue in the cup.

Dimbula BOP Adam’s Peak White Tea For a smooth, mellow cup of tea. A very special offering, composed of hand Classic Ceylon flavor. processed and sun-dried white Pekoe tips. The flavor is delicate with lovely nuances of TC20S: 15g sample $1.00 fruit and hints of melon. We are pleased to TC20: 125g packet $5.80 offer this exquisite and rare selection while TC20D: 250g packet $ 1 1 . 0 2 supplies last. TC20H: 500g packet $21.50 TC93S: 6g sample $8.50 TC93: 50g packet $42.00

Uda Pussellawa exquisitely tangy Famous for its rare wildlife and exotic plant species, the Uda Pussellawa region is almost entirely dedicated to tea cultivation. The climate is mostly wet and misty due to the northeast monsoon system, which brings rain between the months of November and January. Elevations range from 950-1,600 meters, lower than Nuwara Eliya. Teas from this region tend to be darker in the cup, with medium body and a subtle character.

New! Delmar Estate FBOP New! Alma Estate OP A sweet, delicate aroma introduces this broken-leaf The medium amber liquor has a smooth selection from the Uda Pussellawa district. The light character with a sweet, toasty aroma. Honey amber cup is mild with gentle vegetal hints. hints balance earthy nuances in the mild cup, A pleasant everyday cup. leading to a gentle toastiness in the finish. TC31S: 12g sample $1.00 TC63S: 10g sample $1.00 TC31: 100g packet $5.00 TC63: 80g packet $4.00 TC31D: 200g packet $9.00 TC63D: 160g packet $7.00 TC31H: 400g packet $17.00 TC63H: 320g packet $13.00

© 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC. ' (800) 234-8327  www.uptontea.com All rights reserved. Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 33 TEAS of SRI LANKA Kandy intensely full-bodied The Kandy district of Sri Lanka is where the tea industry began in 1867. The teas are defined as “mid-grown” as the estates do not exceed 1,300 meters. The region yields flavory teas that are influenced by the same dry winds between monsoons that blow through Uva. The prime picking season runs from December through early spring. Kandy Ceylons provide excellent taste and a clean liquor with a coppery-toned cup.

Ceylon Kandy Silver Tip Kandy BOP Well twisted, ebony brown leaves and a Good color and strength for a hearty cup. complement of silver buds yield a dark, satisfying Takes milk very well. infusion with a sweet aroma. Notes of honey and TC30S: 15g sample $1.50 malt round out the bright, toasty cup, which could TC30: 125g packet $6.50 accommodate milk, if desired. A pleasant briskness TC30D: 250g packet $12.25 lingers in the light fruity finish. TC30H: 500g packet $22.00 TC16S: 15g sample $1.75 TC16: 125g packet $8.75 TC16D: 250g packet $16.50 Kenilworth Estate Pekoe TC16H: 500g packet $32.00 From the well respected and highly popular Kenilworth Estate, this fine selection has a dry leaf with an attractive “curled” appearance. Malty Kandy OP hints and notes of chocolate are present in both A whole-leaf Ceylon tea of excellent flavor and the uninfused leaf and liquor. The cup is smooth good color. Highly recommended for the Ceylon and full-bodied. enthusiast. This is a new bolder leaf version of this TC84S: 15g sample $2.00 popular selection. TC84: 125g packet $9.75 TC32S: 12g sample $1.50 TC84D: 250g packet $18.50 TC32: 100g packet $7.25 TC84H: 500g packet $36.00 TC32D: 200g packet $13.50 TC84K: 1Kg bag $68.00 TC32H: 400g packet $26.25 TC32K: 800g bag $49.50 Kenilworth Estate OP Select The uniform, well-twisted leaves yield a classic Kenilworth Estate OP Ceylon cup with bright, medium-grown flavor. This estate produces some of the best Raisin hints complement the warm, toasty aroma. whole-leaf teas in Sri Lanka. For the Ceylon A caramel-like sweetness envelops notes of dried enthusiast. Drink with or without milk. fruit and biscuity hints. A light pungency lends a A choice lot with a bold-leaf style. Steep for perfect balance to the solid cup. Great hot or iced. five to six minutes. TC89S: 15g sample $2.50 TC85S: 12g sample $1.50 TC89: 125g packet $12.80 TC85: 100g packet $7.25 TC89D: 250g packet $24.32 TC85D: 200g packet $13.50 TC89H: 500g packet $47.40 TC85H: 400g packet $26.25

© 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC. ' (800) 234-8327  www.uptontea.com All rights reserved. Page 34 Upton Tea Quarterly Winter, 2017 TEAS of SRI LANKA Ruhuna distinctively unique Situated between sea level and 600 meters, Ruhuna is the southernmost growing district in Ceylon. Teas from this region are defined as “low-grown.” The unique soil composition of this area yields long, beautiful black leaves, which infuse a strong, full-bodied cup. Tea bushes thrive in this warm, fertile region and produce crops that are frequently characterized by golden or silver tips.

New! Lumbini Estate FBOPF Ex. New! Lumbini Estate Spl. Gold Tips Breakfast FBOPF In this premium selection, a bounty of small golden Small, neat leaves are laced with flecks of tips provides a stunning contrast to the dark brown golden tips, producing a robust cup with a leaves. The medium amber cup is rich and full-bodied toasty aroma. Notes of honey and malt lead with a classic brisk character and honeyed fragrance. to a bright, citrusy finish. Burgundy notes join hints of spice and raisin, lingering TC43S: 12g sample $2.00 in the finish. TC43: 100g packet $10.75 TC49S: 8g sample $7.50 TC43D: 200g packet $20.00 TC49: 60g packet $37.00 TC43H: 400g packet $39.00

New! Lumbini Estate OP1 Long, elegant leaves and a bright, lively character “Visiting the tea gardens, walking around and experiencing distinguish this fine offering. A honey aroma tea culture, being immersed firsthand, introduces a hint of cocoa and dried fruit sweetness in was a wonderful, energizing step on my tea journey.” the dark amber cup. The finish is crisp and clean. -excerpt from “A Modern-Day Tea Journey” (page 50) TC46S: 12g sample $1.50 TC46: 80g packet $7.50 TC46D: 160g packet $14.00 TC46H: 320g packet $27.00

Sabaragamuwa exceptionally stylish

Located in the southwest region of Sri Lanka, this tea district is the largest, with low-grown estates ranging in elevation from sea level to 800 meters. Sabaragamuwa is known for its natural treasures including gemstones, primeval forest preserves, and quality tea. Due to the low elevation, these teas have a stronger, richer taste than those grown at higher elevations and yield a dark yellow-brown cup, with a reddish tint.

New Vithanakande FBOPF New! New Vithanakande Ex. Spl. FBOPF Ex. Spl. In this top-quality selection from a world-renowned Silver and gold tips thread through the dark estate, beautiful silver-tipped leaves produce a dark brown leaves in this exquisite “spider leaf” selection. copper infusion, fragrant with hints of dark honey The aroma is fragrant with a fleeting hint of rose. and malt. The smooth, rich cup is quite sweet with A refreshing astringency provides a lovely a syrupy quality. The complex layering of flavors counterpoint to a toffee-like sweetness and full includes notes of cocoa, wine and raisins, which mouth feel in the medium amber cup. linger into the finish. TC70S: 15g sample $4.50 TC26S: 15g sample $4.25 TC70: 125g packet $22.50 TC26: 125g packet $20.25 TC70D: 250g packet $42.75 TC26D: 250g packet $38.25 TC70H: 500g packet $83.25 TC26H: 500g packet $74.25

© 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC. ' (800) 234-8327  www.uptontea.com All rights reserved. Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 35 TEAS of SRI LANKA Uva exotically aromatic The world-famous Uva teas owe their distinct character to the unique topographical position of this district. During late summer, extreme drying winds, called the “Cachan” by Sri Lankans, cause the tea bush leaves to close tightly, and the lowered moisture content of these closed leaves increases the balance of flavor. Teas produced during this season are highly prized for their quality and mellow, smooth taste.

Idulgashinna Estate Organic BOP New! Idulgashinna Estate This superb organic broken-leaf selection Green Organic OP1 yields a colory infusion with a pleasant briskness From the Uva district, this organic green tea and depth of flavor. The profile is that of a offering has long, well-twisted leaves that produce a classic dark style Uva tea, with a strong but pale golden liquor with a smooth mouth feel. The light, balanced character. sweet aroma is earthy with mineral nuances. The TC42S: 15g sample $2.00 herbaceous cup has a stone fruit sweetness and a TC42: 125g packet $9.00 clean finish. This is a great choice for those who enjoy TC42D: 250g packet $16.75 a less vegetal flavor. TC42H: 500g packet $32.75 TC38S: 10g sample $1.75 TC42K: 1Kg bag $61.75 TC38: 80g packet $9.50 TC38D: 160g packet $18.00 New! Idulgashinna Estate Organic FBOP TC38H: 320g packet $35.00 This organic, broken-leaf selection has a classic high-grown aroma and flavor, brisk and rich. Uva BOP With its full body, the medium amber cup would Classic rich Ceylon from a prestigious region make a great breakfast tea. in the highlands. TC34S: 10g sample $2.00 TC50S: 15g sample $1.00 TC34: 80g packet $10.00 TC50: 125g packet $6.80 TC34D: 160g packet $19.00 TC50D: 250g packet $12.92 TC34H: 320g packet $37.00 TC50H: 500g packet $25.20 TC50K: 1Kg bag $47.60 New! Idulgashinna Estate Organic OP Attractive and bold, the large, dark brown leaves New! Idulgashinna Estate Green of this organic offering have a folded, crepey Blink Bonnie Organic appearance. The medium amber cup has a hint This exquisite organic green tea selection is of caramel sweetness, a warm toasty quality, composed of handcrafted full leaf sets, produced and a gentle pungency that plays at the edge from a fine plucking. The pale golden cup has of your palate. a sweet character, fragrant with notes of dried fruit. A silky smooth mouth feel introduces TC60S: 10g sample $1.75 pronounced apricot notes, complemented by a TC60: 80g packet $8.50 green grape crispness that lingers into the finish. TC60D: 160g packet $16.00 TC60H: 320g packet $31.00 TC86S: 5g sample $5.00 TC86: 30g packet $25.00 TC86D: 60g packet $47.50

© 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC. ' (800) 234-8327  www.uptontea.com All rights reserved. Page 36 Upton Tea Quarterly Winter, 2017 TEAS of SRI LANKA Nuwara Eliya delicately fragrant Nuwara Eliya is nestled in the central mountainous region of Sri Lanka, and produces the highest grown Ceylon teas available. The cool, rainy climate of this region stimulates the growing bushes, and the infused leaves yield a mellow yet satisfying cup. Its golden-hued liquor is the palest of all the types of Ceylon tea. Sought-after grades include whole-leaf Orange Pekoe (OP) and Broken Orange Pekoe (BOP).

We are pleased to share this selection of New! Glenwood Reserve Glenwood Reserve teas, available for the first Imperial Red time to the American consumer. These premium, A harmonious blend of bright citrus notes with handmade teas are processed using traditional an herbaceous character and full, round mouth Chinese methods, giving them flavors and feel distinguishes this black tea selection as a aromas unlike any other Ceylon tea. A must very special cup. The aroma is toasty with a hint try for the tea connoisseur. of spice. Cacao notes lead to a crisp finish. TC22S: 5g sample $3.25 New! Glenwood Reserve Green Oolong TC22: 60g packet $16.00 Large, well-twisted leaves produce a pale golden TC22D: 120g packet $30.00 liquor with a savory aroma, hinting of flowers. TC22H: 240g packet $58.00 The savory quality may also be found in the flavor where it joins intense buttery notes and a light vegetal nuance. New! Glenwood Reserve Silver Peony Light sage-green buds are covered with a fine TC25S: 5g sample $3.25 silver down in this exquisite white tea selection. TC25: 60g packet $16.00 The golden hay-colored infusion is fragrant with TC25D: 120g packet $30.00 floral hints and a warm toastiness. Pronounced TC25H: 240g packet $58.00 notes of honey bring a rich sweetness to the smooth cup. Nuwara Eliya BOP TC87S: 5g sample $4.25 Due to its high altitude and cooler climate, TC87: 40g packet $21.25 Nuwara Eliya produces an aromatic, TC87D: 80g packet $40.25 bright-flavored tea. TC87H: 160g packet $78.50 TC40S: 15g sample $1.00 TC40: 125g packet $7.40 New! Somerset Estate BOP TC40D: 250g packet $14.06 The dark russet amber cup has a full, rich flavor, TC40H: 500g packet $27.40 punctuated by a brisk, refreshing aroma. TC40K: 1Kg bag $51.80 A citrus-like brightness embraces sweet honey notes in the medium-bodied liquor. New! Somerset Estate BOP TC57S: 15g sample $1.25 Breakfast Blend TC57: 125g packet $6.50 A perfect choice for breakfast tea, this TC57D: 250g packet $12.00 broken-leaf selection wakes you up with its TC57H: 500g packet $23.00 brisk, refreshing aroma. Notes of honey and a light floral hint blend harmoniously with a “My appreciation for Ceylon teas has grown rich, toasty character. exponentially, as well as my fascination with the effects TC52S: 12g sample $1.00 of the various microclimates in which they are produced. TC52: 100g packet $5.00 I am always amazed by the diversity of flavor imparted TC52D: 200g packet $9.50 by a simple change in elevation.” TC52H: 400g packet $18.00 -excerpt from “A Modern-Day Tea Journey” (page 48)

© 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC. ' (800) 234-8327  www.uptontea.com All rights reserved. Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 37 TEAS of KOREA, INDONESIA & VIETNAM — TEAS of JAPAN TEAS of KOREA, INDONESIA & VIETNAM KOREA TEA Sample 125 g 250 g O Korean Green Tea Sejak Organic: The dark emerald green leaves of this offering produce a light jade liquor with a lively, vegetal aroma and a clean, savory quality. The cup has a slightly brothy mouth feel TR65S TR65 TR65D with sweet, buttery hints and a crisp finish. This tea has been expertly handcrafted using time honored $6.00 $29.00 $55.00 methods and is appropriate for multiple infusions. BOLD-LEAF KOREA TEA Sample 100 g 200 g O Korean Green Tea Jung-Jak Organic: This handcrafted, organic offering from Korea is called Jung- TR55S TR55 TR55D Jak, or "medium sparrow tongue." The bright golden cup has a crisp character, nicely balanced with a $2.50 $12.00 $22.75 sweet melon note. The liquor has a floral fragrance and a clean, refreshing finish. INDONESIA TEA Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Java Blend: A rich breakfast blend, and a great choice for iced tea. Java TB15S TB15 TB15T TB15D TB15H TB15K teas are never expensive, so you get the best produced for a few cents a $1.00 $5.20 $7.20 $9.88 $19.20 $36.40 cup. BOLD-LEAF INDONESIA TEA Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Malabar Estate Java OP Clonal: This selection was harvested at the peak of the summer flavory season. Dark, crepy leaves, combined with TI88S TI88 TI88D gold and silver downy tips, produce a dark, clear liquor. The cup has Sizes Limited $2.00 $11.20 $21.28 interesting flavor notes and a hint of mahogany wood in the aroma. This is one of the best high-grown Java teas we have seen in years. VIETNAM TEA Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg O Vietnam Green Mao Feng Organic: Reminiscent of a Yunnan green tea, this organic offering from Vietnam has bold, olive-green leaves with a TV35S TV35 TV35T TV35D TV35H TV35K crepy appearance. A fruity note is present in both the aroma and the cup. $2.50 $12.00 $14.00 $22.75 $44.00 $83.25 The bright golden liquor has a note of sweet uncured tobacco with peach hints in the finish.

TEAS of JAPAN Japan is famous for its unique styles of green teas. The flavor is clean, refreshing, and slightly vegetal. A brief steeping time limits the astringency and heightens the flavor. Steeping with water below the boiling point is always recommended. JAPAN GREEN TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Organic Fukamushi Cha: This offering was grown using the Saemidori O cultivar in Miyazaki prefecture, located on the island of Kyushu. Both the leaf and cup have a deep, dark green color and heady, rich aroma. The TJ05S TJ05 TJ05D Sizes Limited exquisite liquor has sweet, vegetal notes, a brothy mouth feel and pleas- $4.00 $20.00 $37.75 ing, light astringency. The leaves are typical of the Fukamushi style, with both larger and small leaf pieces. Japanese Sencha: Delicate but brisk, this splendid green tea has a clean TJ10S TJ10 TJ10T TJ10D TJ10H TJ10K vegetal flavor. Rapidly gaining the recognition it deserves, this tea $2.00 $9.50 $11.50 $18.00 $35.00 $66.25 refreshes the palate with a hint of sweetness. Japanese Sencha Special Grade: A superior grade of Sencha, with a TJ16S TJ16 TJ16T TJ16D TJ16H TJ16K brighter flavor and smoother finish than basic Sencha. Highly recom- $2.75 $13.50 $15.50 $26.00 $50.50 $95.50 mended. Gen-mai Cha: Literally, gen-mai cha means brown rice tea. Toasted, TJ21S TJ21 TJ21T TJ21D TJ21H TJ21K partially puffed rice is blended with bold-leaf Sencha. $2.25 $11.00 $13.00 $20.50 $40.00 $75.50 O Organic Gen-mai Cha Kamakura: An organic version of this very popu- TJ22S TJ22 TJ22D TJ22H lar tea, the liquor is aromatic and has the classic toasty, nutty flavor of this $4.00 $19.00 $36.25 $70.50 unique tea. O Organic Kukicha GREEN Kamakura: This is an organic green tea, TJ34S TJ34 TJ34D TJ34H produced from Camellia sinensis twigs. The mellow cup has delicate, $3.00 $15.00 $28.50 $55.75 fresh hay flavor notes. Naturally low in caffeine. Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Page 38 Upton Tea Quarterly Winter, 2017 TEAS of JAPAN PREMIUM JAPAN GREEN TEAS Sample 125 g 250 g O Sencha Yabukita Organic #2: This selection from Kirishima, in Kagoshima prefecture, is crafted from the Yabukita cultivar and usually reserved for the domestic market. The mouth feel has a decidedly TJ18S TJ18 brothy character, and the flavor has a classic "umami" aspect. A superb specimen of this style and $5.50 $26.50 grade. O Japanese Matcha Gen-mai Cha Premium Organic: This extraordinary grade of Matcha Gen-mai Cha is seldom seen outside of Japan. The components are of an exceptional quality, and produce a TJ28S TJ28 TJ28D harmonious, well-balanced infusion that is eminently smooth. Toasted rice adds a soothing and mellow $3.75 $18.00 $34.25 quality to the complex, vegetal flavor. Green Tea Tamacha: Literally translated as "round tea", this tea is produced using the same unshaded TJ38S TJ38 TJ38D leaf type as Sencha. Instead of the classic needle shape, the leaf is rolled into a small ball shape. The $3.50 $19.80 $37.62 tea has a flavor profile much like a quality Sencha.  Sakura Scented Kukicha: Tiny, pink cherry blossoms peek out from bright green twigs in this unique TJ77S TJ77 TJ77D offering from Japan. The golden yellow liquor is redolent with fragrant floral notes. A light vegetal under- $5.50 $28.00 $53.00 tone complements a buttery sweetness in the smooth, refreshing cup. Kagoshima Kabuse Sencha: This top quality Kabuse Sencha is crafted in Kagoshima prefecture, located in the southern part of Kyushu. Processed in the traditional style, the leaves are shaded for the TJ79S TJ79 TJ79D last 2-3 weeks before harvest. The result is a flavorful, brothy cup, with a sweet character and full, clean $4.50 $22.00 $41.50 aftertaste. Produced from the Okumidori cultivar. Gyokuro (lit. Jewel Dew): The finest Japanese green tea, only shade-grown tips are used for Gyokuro. TJ80S TJ80 TJ80D Prized for its delicate flavor and natural sweetness. $7.25 $35.25 $67.00 O Organic Gyokuro: Limited lots of organic Gyokuro tea are produced each year. This lot has smooth TJ81S TJ81 TJ81D umami notes, a rich cup and a clean, sweet finish. It was grown in Miyazaki prefecture using the $5.75 $28.50 $54.50 Yabukita cultivar. We are happy to offer this tea while our current supply lasts. BOLD-LEAF JAPAN GREEN TEA Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g O Japanese Bancha First Grade Organic: First grade Bancha, produced during peak season, is a tea with herbaceous aroma, smooth character, TJ06S TJ06 TJ06T TJ06D TJ06H TJ06K and pale jade liquor. This is a tea with a full mouth feel, bright cup, and $2.25 $11.00 $13.00 $21.00 $40.75 $77.00 clean finish. EXTRA BOLD-LEAF JAPAN SPECIALTY TEA 40 g Japanese Sun Rouge: This selection has an interesting pedigree, being a mix of two special varietals. The result is a cup TJ65 somewhat akin to a Kenyan purple tea, with its lavender-brown colored liquor. The aroma has a toasty/nutty sweetness. The $14.25 cup is delicate and smooth with sweet herbaceous notes and hints of flowers and melon. BOLD-LEAF ROASTED GREEN TEA Sample 80 g In Tin 160 g 320 g 640 g Organic Ho-ji Cha Kamakura: This roasted, organic tea is produced O TJ41S TJ41 TJ41D from first grade, bold-leaf Bancha. The flavorful infusion has a rich Sizes Limited $2.00 $9.00 $17.25 character, with complex, toasty notes. POWDERED GREEN TEA FOR THE TEA CEREMONY 30 gram tin O Kakegawa Matcha Organic: A quality organic Matcha produced near Kakegawa city in Shizuoka prefecture. TJ89 Packed in a silver matte tin. $21.75 CULINARY MATCHA 50 g packet O Organic Culinary Matcha: This selection was made specifically for use as an ingredient in smoothies, ice cream, baked goods, lattes, or anything else one's creativity can conjure up. Produced in Uji prefecture, Japan and NOP TJ86: $9.75 certified. TEA CEREMONY ACCESSORIES AND SETS MA prices below (in right column) include Massachusetts sales tax. Item Price Use MA prices for all shipments to Massachusetts addresses. Code Not MA MA Matcha Tea Scoop: Bamboo scoop for measuring Matcha. (Made in Japan) AJ07: $4.75 $5.05 Matcha Whisk: Bamboo whisk for preparation of Cha-no-yu. (Made in Japan) AJ10: $12.75 $13.55 Matcha Bowl: Traditional bowl for preparation of Cha-no-yu. (Made in Japan, 10 oz. capacity) AJ36: $30.60 $32.51 Matcha Whisk and Bowl Set: Whisk and bowl for preparation of Cha-no-yu. (Made in Japan) AJ14: $43.20 $45.90

SPECIAL SELECT GREEN TEAS The following special purchase teas are intended for special occasions. Although the size of the leaves would normally warrant pack- ing in larger sizes, we are offering these teas in smaller 50 gram packets. LIMITED EDITION JAPAN GREEN TEAS 6 gram sample 50 g packet O 88th Night Shincha Organic: This organic Shincha (first flush) tea is harvested on the 88th day of spring, and is manufactured using the traditional "lightly-steamed process." The flavor- TJ87S: $3.75 TJ87: $18.75 ful liquor has pleasant floral notes, accented by a delicate hint of freshly cut hay. This offering is made from the Yabukita cultivar, and produced in Kagoshima prefecture. O Organic Tamaryokucha: Tamaryokucha, literally translated as “coiled tea”, is a superb, handcrafted green tea that has a full, complex flavor. Vegetal notes and a pleasing pungency  are accentuated by hints of dark berries and a sweet aftertaste. Produced in Takachiho, TJ88S: $4.50 TJ88: $23.00 Miyazaki, from the Yabukita cultivar.

LIMITED EDITION JAPAN COMPETITION GREEN TEA 30 g packet Competition Temomi Shincha: Long, thin needles of lustrous dark emerald produce a yellow jade liquor exhibit-  ing a wonderful balance of complex sweet and savory notes. A very sweet, buttery mouth feel complements rich TJ99: $31.00 umami notes and a fresh vegetal quality that lingers into the finish.

JAPAN OOLONG TEA Sample 100 g 200 g O Japanese Gabalong: This unique selection is created using nitrogen during the production process. TJ58S TJ58 TJ58D The resulting leaves contain the substance GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid). The bright green leaves $4.25 $21.25 $40.00 infuse a rich yellow-jade liquorwith intense buttery notes and oceanic hints. A truly satisfying cup. JAPAN BLACK TEA Sample 100 g O Japanese Black Benifuki Organic: Although somewhat rare, black tea has been cultivated and produced in Japan for almost 150 years. Production is limited and seldom exported, This offering is produced in Kagoshima TJ74S TJ74  prefecture from the Benifuki cultivar. The neat, dark brown leaves yield a smooth, rich liquor with no astringency. A $8.50 $43.00 light grape-like sweetness may be found in the aroma. The cup is lively, with a light spicy/woody hint and a honey note that develops over time. Best enjoyed plain.

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Page 40 Upton Tea Quarterly Winter, 2017 TRADITIONAL BLENDS & EARL GREY TRADITIONAL BLENDS & EARL GREY BREAKFAST BLENDS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Breakfast blends are usually composed of black teas from India, Sri Lanka, Africa, and Indonesia. They may all be had with or without milk and may be enjoyed any time of day, whenever a hearty tea is desired. O Organic English Breakfast: A hearty blend of rich CTC Assam and BOP TB01S TB01 TB01T TB01D TB01H TB01K Ceylon teas, yielding a cup with robust flavor and a brisk finish. An organic $1.75 $8.25 $10.25 $15.50 $30.25 $57.00 version of a classic, bracing breakfast blend. Leadenhall Street Breakfast Blend: In tribute to the famous London tea auctions, Leadenhall Street Breakfast Blend is a blend of two classic bro- TB02S TB02 TB02T TB02D TB02H TB02K ken-leaf British teas: a brisk Ceylon and a malty, thick Assam. The result $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $12.25 $23.75 $44.75 is a flavorful mix, which lends itself to the addition of milk if desired. Mincing Lane Breakfast Blend: For this whole-leaf blend, we paired a hearty Assam with a smooth and flavorful Yunnan, for a cup that is highly TB05S TB05 TB05T TB05D TB05H TB05K enjoyable. The invigorating liquor has a full mouth feel, subtle spicy notes, $1.75 $8.75 $10.75 $16.50 $32.00 $60.25 and a lingering finish. While milk is recommended, it is also enjoyable plain. Black Label Breakfast Fannings: Fannings-grade teas infuse quickly, producing a robust beverage. This blend of rich teas from Indonesia, TB07S TB07 TB07T TB07D TB07H TB07K Africa, and India will please those who like a hearty tea at a moderate $1.25 $5.50 $7.50 $10.50 $19.75 $37.75 price. Bond Street English Breakfast Blend: A hearty blend of Ceylon and TB10S TB10 TB10T TB10D TB10H TB10K Assam teas, this tea is rich and flavorful, even with extra milk. $1.50 $7.25 $9.25 $13.50 $26.25 $49.50 CTC Irish Breakfast Blend: The Crush-Tear-Curl manufacturing method produces quick-brewing teas with full flavor. We highly recommend this TB12S TB12 TB12T TB12D TB12H TB12K blend of Assam teas for those who like a very hearty cup. Exquisite with $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $12.25 $21.75 $41.50 milk. Scottish Breakfast Blend: Blended from select teas of India, Sri Lanka, and China to appeal to those who favor an eye-opening experience in the TB14S TB14 TB14T TB14D TB14H TB14K morning, this broken-leaf tea yields a cup with a round, full flavor, malty $1.25 $6.25 $8.25 $11.25 $21.25 $40.25 notes, and brisk character. A perfect choice to start the day. Java Blend: A rich broken-leaf breakfast blend especially suited for those who enjoy a powerful cup in the morning. This also is a great choice for TB15S TB15 TB15T TB15D TB15H TB15K iced tea. Java teas are never expensive, so you get the best produced for $1.25 $5.75 $7.75 $11.00 $21.25 $40.25 a few cents a cup. Ceylon English Breakfast: A full-bodied and flavorful Ceylon blend of TB18S TB18 TB18T TB18D TB18H TB18K select Ceylon BOP. An excellent morning tea, especially suited for the $1.25 $5.75 $7.75 $10.50 $18.75 $33.50 addition of milk and sugar. River Shannon Breakfast Blend: A blend of Tippy GFBOP Assam teas TB20S TB20 TB20T TB20D TB20H TB20K for strength, plus a distinctive, bright Ceylon tea for briskness. This Ortho- $1.25 $6.25 $8.25 $11.75 $23.00 $43.25 dox Process Irish Breakfast style tea is very flavorful. Kensington Breakfast Blend: A bit lighter than our River Shannon TB30S TB30 TB30T TB30D TB30H TB30K Blend, this whole-leaf English Breakfast style tea is a rich blend of Assam, $1.50 $7.00 $9.00 $12.50 $23.50 $44.50 Ceylon, and Keemun. Best with milk. East Frisian BOP: A classic Ostfriesen blend of Assam teas. Authentic TB51S TB51 TB51T TB51D TB51H TB51K 100% Orthodox tea blended in Germany for those who like a hearty, malty $1.50 $7.00 $9.00 $12.25 $22.25 $40.00 tea. East Frisian TGFOP: A tippy, whole-leaf version of the above tea. A bit TB52S TB52 TB52T TB52D TB52H TB52K milder and more complex in flavor, while maintaining the body and $1.75 $8.75 $10.75 $16.50 $32.00 $60.25 strength characteristic of East Frisian tea blends.

AFTERNOON BLENDS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg East Frisian Sunday Tea: A blend of whole-leaf Assam and genuine TB54S TB54 TB54T TB54D TB54H Bourbon vanilla. The combination makes a delightful afternoon blend. $2.75 $13.50 $15.50 $25.50 $49.75 Robert Fortune Blend 41 (Darjeeling / Yunnan): Named after Robert Fortune, who toured the tea producing regions in the 1840s under the TB84S TB84 TB84T TB84D TB84H TB84K auspices of the East India Company. Darjeeling adds a pleasing bright- $1.75 $8.50 $10.50 $16.00 $31.00 $58.75 ness; Yunnan lends a dark, honey-colored liquor and delicately spicy overtones. A whole-leaf blend. BOLD-LEAF AFTERNOON BLENDS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Russian Caravan: A blend of fine whole-leaf teas of India, China, and TB60S TB60 TB60T TB60D TB60H TB60K Formosa. A choice tea for the afternoon or evening, this caravan-style tea $1.75 $8.00 $10.00 $15.25 $29.50 $55.50 is one of our most popular blends. Finest Russian Caravan: The same basic blend as our very popular TB70S TB70 TB70T TB70D TB70H TB70K Russian Caravan (TB60), using finer grades of tea. A truly exceptional $2.00 $9.25 $11.25 $17.75 $34.25 $64.75 tea. Baker Street Afternoon Blend: A bit of Lapsang Souchong is blended TB75S TB75 TB75D TB75H with Keemun and Darjeeling, yielding a mildly smoky tea. Perfect for an $1.75 $8.25 $15.50 $30.25 afternoon uplift. Richmond Park Blend: A mellow, whole-leaf blend of Keemun, Ceylon, TB86S TB86 TB86T TB86D TB86H TB86K and Darjeeling. An exceptional tea that is smooth enough for drinking $1.75 $8.25 $10.25 $15.50 $30.25 $57.00 plain, and sturdy enough to take milk or lemon. EARL GREY BLENDS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Earl Grey teas are flavored with the essence of bergamot oil, derived either from the peel of the bergamot citrus fruit or its nature-identical (artificial) counterpart. The basic tea blend used, as well as the amount of flavoring oil used, will greatly affect the flavor of the tea. Extra Bergamot English Earl Grey: Specially blended for those who pre- TE11S TE11 TE11T TE11D TE11H TE11K fer a richly scented Earl Grey. Our most popular Earl Grey. $1.50 $7.50 $9.50 $14.25 $26.50 $51.25 Chocolate Earl Grey: A premium black tea combining the popular tastes TE13S TE13 TE13T TE13D TE13H TE13K of bergamot and chocolate with a hint of lemon. Decorated with flower pet- $1.75 $7.75 $9.75 $14.50 $26.50 $51.50 als and lemon peel for a delightful presentation. Earl Grey Supreme: Earl Grey tea, blended with TGFOP Assam and rare TE14S TE14 TE14T TE14D TE14H TE14K China teas. A well balanced blend for those who prefer a lighter bergamot $1.25 $6.25 $8.25 $11.75 $23.00 $43.25 flavor. Drink with or without milk. Earl Grey Ceylon Select: The base for this tea is a quality broken-leaf TE17S TE17 TE17T TE17D TE17H TE17K Ceylon tea. Just the right amount of bergamot flavor is added to achieve a $1.50 $7.00 $9.00 $12.25 $23.25 $44.00 balanced cup. Devonshire Earl Grey: A popular addition to our Earl Grey Blends. The base for this tea is an elegant, long-leaf Ceylon BOP1. The fresh, full ber- TE19S TE19 TE19T TE19D TE19H TE19K gamot flavor is married with lemon notes to produce a rich and full-bodied $1.50 $6.75 $8.75 $12.75 $24.50 $46.25 tea. Finest Earl Grey: Similar to our Original Earl Grey, but with Ceylon black TE20S TE20 TE20T TE20D TE20H TE20K tea as the base. The bergamot scenting is light enough for the quality of $1.75 $8.50 $10.50 $16.00 $31.00 $58.75 the base tea to be noticed. BOLD-LEAF EARL GREY Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Original Earl Grey: China Black tea base with natural oil of bergamot. TE10S TE10 TE10T TE10D TE10H TE10K Produced for the British market, this tea has less bergamot than some $1.25 $6.25 $8.25 $11.75 $22.00 $42.50 American counterparts. O Earl Grey: A fine organic Ceylon tea with a compelling Earl Grey scent. TE15S TE15 TE15T TE15D TE15H TE15K $2.00 $9.25 $11.25 $17.25 $33.50 $63.25

BOLD-LEAF EARL GREY (continued) Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Earl Grey Blue Flower: A blend of select teas, perfectly flavored with ber- TE16S TE16 TE16T TE16D TE16H TE16K gamot and decorated with flowers. $1.50 $6.75 $8.75 $12.00 $22.25 $42.25 VERY BOLD-LEAF EARL GREY Sample 80 g In Tin 160 g 320 g 640 g Earl Grey with Lavender: Starting with a premium Earl Grey, we’ve added the essence of lavender, which blends harmoniously with the tradi- TE12S TE12 TE12D TE12H TE12K tional bergamot scenting. Lavender blossoms lend a visual appeal to this $2.00 $9.75 $18.25 $34.25 $67.00 pleasing selection. Depending on availability, the base of this tea is an OP or FBOP Ceylon.

FRUIT & FLAVORED TEAS The flavored teas in this section are produced in Germany using the highest quality (nature-identical) artificial flavorings. MISCELLANY Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg St. Isaac’s Blend: A premium blend of Ceylon and China teas, with the flavor of grapefruit, bergamot, and other citrus fruits. This Russian-style TE06S TE06 TE06T TE06D TE06H TE06K blend, popular in Europe, is recommended as an interesting departure $1.75 $8.75 $10.75 $16.50 $32.00 $60.25 from traditional Earl Grey. Traditional Masala Chai: A traditional Indian spiced tea recipe with a warm and robust character, the full flavor notes of cinnamon, cardamom, TE30S TE30 TE30T TE30D TE30H TE30K ginger and clove hold up to milk and honey, the traditional way to take this $1.75 $8.25 $10.25 $15.50 $30.25 $57.00 tea. Chai Spice Tea: Chai is traditionally made by simmering tea and fresh spices in highly sweetened milk. This version can be prepared like regular TE33S TE33 TE33T TE33D TE33H TE33K steeped tea, or the more traditional way by simmering 5-8 minutes in a $2.50 $12.50 $14.50 $23.50 $44.50 $86.75 pan of milk. Add lots of honey or sugar and serve hot or iced. Tropical Chai Spice Tea: This premium flavored black tea is blended TE34S TE34 TE34T TE34D TE34H TE34K with cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, licorice, and coconut to produce a $2.00 $10.00 $12.00 $19.00 $36.25 $69.50 zesty chai with a creamy-smooth, tropical flair. Summer Blend: China tea with grapefruit and orange flavoring, delicately TE55S TE55 TE55T TE55D TE55H TE55K laced with juniper needles and berries. Refreshing either hot or cold. The $1.75 $8.75 $10.75 $16.50 $30.50 $59.50 perfect way to bring the aroma of summer to any season. New England Harvest Blend: China tea scented and decorated with TE57S TE57 TE57T TE57D TE57H TE57K pieces of apple, cinnamon stick, almonds and aromatic vanilla bean. A $1.50 $7.00 $9.00 $13.00 $24.00 $46.50 great fireside tea, and perfect for entertaining. Orange Spice Imperial: Generously scented black tea, with orange peel, TE82S TE82 TE82T TE82D TE82H TE82K vanilla bean, and a bit of clove. $1.50 $7.50 $9.50 $14.00 $25.75 $49.75 Christmas Tea; Mélange Noël: A blend of black tea with cloves, vanilla TE90S TE90 TE90T TE90D TE90H TE90K and cardamom. Decorated with citrus peel, rose petals and almond $1.50 $7.25 $9.25 $13.50 $24.50 $47.50 pieces.  Naturally Flavored Almond Vanilla Delight: This naturally flavored black tea produces a dark copper liquor fragrant with notes of vanilla and TE92S TE92 TE92D a hint of marzipan. A lovely sweetness envelops the almond vanilla notes, Sizes Limited $1.25 $5.50 $10.50 finishing with a hint of spice. Add your choice of milk to create a delicious latté, hot or iced. Mélange de Chamonix: Fine India tea is blended with cocoa, cardamom, TE94S TE94 TE94T TE94D TE94H TE94K and a hint of cinnamon to produce a balanced and warming cup. A deli- $2.25 $10.75 $12.75 $20.25 $39.25 $74.00 cate treat for any chocolate or tea lover.  Naturally Flavored Tropical Black Tea: A mélange of dried papaya, passion fruit and pineapple, blended with a rich black tea, creates a deca- TF92S TF92 TF92D Sizes Limited dent tropical fruit experience. Fragrant and sweet, this tea is wonderful hot $1.50 $7.25 $13.75 or iced. Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 43 FRUIT & FLAVORED TEAS SPECIAL BOLD-LEAF TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Moroccan Green Mint: Gunpowder green tea blended with a generous TE47S TE47 TE47T TE47D TE47H TE47K amount of peppermint. $1.25 $5.75 $7.75 $11.00 $19.75 $38.00 Thé Russe (Russian Blend): One of the most popular teas in our price TE77S TE77 TE77D TE77H list. Delicately scented with bergamot and other citrus oils. A lighter alter- $1.75 $8.75 $16.50 $32.00 native to Earl Grey blends. Crème Caramel: Pieces of caramel are added to a black tea from Sri TE85S TE85 TE85D TE85H Lanka to create a delicious blend with a mild, creamy aroma and sweet $1.25 $6.25 $11.25 $21.50 caramel flavor. Enjoyable on cold days, and throughout the seasons. Huang Shan Sunset Tea: Rare China Keemun Mao Feng is scented with TE98S TE98 TE98T TE98D TE98H TE98K peach, and decorated with flower blossoms. Serve this for a truly deca- $2.75 $12.75 $14.75 $24.25 $46.25 $85.50 dent afternoon tea.

SINGLE FLAVOR BLACK TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Cranberry: A cranberry flavored whole-leaf black tea, decorated with TF27S TF27 TF27T TF27D TF27H TF27K dried cranberry pieces. $1.50 $7.25 $9.25 $13.75 $26.75 $50.50 Sweet Orange: An orange flavored, whole-leaf black tea base, decorated TF50S TF50 TF50T TF50D TF50H TF50K with peels. $1.50 $7.25 $9.25 $13.75 $26.75 $50.50 Peach with pieces: A peach flavored whole-leaf black tea base, deco- TF73S TF73 TF73T TF73D TF73H TF73K rated with peach fruit pieces. $1.50 $7.25 $9.25 $13.75 $26.75 $50.50 BOLD-LEAF SINGLE FLAVOR BLACK TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Apricot: An apricot flavored, whole-leaf black tea decorated with flowers TF19S TF19 TF19T TF19D TF19H TF19K and apricot pieces. This is a bolder leaf version of our sold out TF18. $1.50 $6.75 $8.75 $12.75 $24.50 $46.25 Blackcurrant: A blackcurrant flavored, whole-leaf black tea base, TF21S TF21 TF21T TF21D TF21H TF21K decorated with blackcurrant leaves. A bolder leaf version of our original $1.25 $6.00 $8.00 $11.25 $21.50 $40.75 tea with the same flavor profile. Mango Indica: A mango-flavored, whole-leaf black tea base, decorated TF41S TF41 TF41T TF41D TF41H TF41K with mango fruit pieces and flowers. A bolder leaf version of our former $1.25 $6.00 $8.00 $11.25 $21.50 $40.75 TF42. Vanilla Tea: A vanilla-flavored, whole-leaf black tea base, with pieces of TF90S TF90 TF90T TF90D TF90H TF90K genuine Bourbon vanilla. A bolder leaf version. $1.50 $7.00 $9.00 $25.25 $25.25 $47.75 FLAVORED GREEN TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Sweet Almond Green Tea: China Sencha is flavored and blended with a sweet, pleasing mix of slivered almonds, cinnamon and decorative lime TG14S TG14 TG14T TG14D TG14H TG14K flowers. The cinnamon creates a finish of gentle spicy notes. This product $2.00 $9.00 $11.00 $16.75 $31.50 $61.25 contains tree nuts. Gunpowder Green Peppermint: Gunpowder green tea from China, TG45S TG45 TG45T TG45D TG45H TG45K scented with peppermint oil. $1.00 $7.20 $9.20 $13.68 $26.60 $50.40 Gin-Zen Green Tea: China Sencha green tea, ginger, pineapple and gin- TG58S TG58 TG58D seng make a great combination in this refreshing blend, delicious hot or Sizes Limited iced. $2.75 $12.75 $24.00 BOLD-LEAF FLAVORED GREEN TEAS Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Moroccan Green Mint: Gunpowder green tea blended with a generous TE47S TE47 TE47T TE47D TE47H TE47K amount of peppermint. $1.25 $5.75 $7.75 $11.00 $19.75 $38.00  Green Tea Blueberry: Dried blueberries and natural flavoring complement the smooth China green tea base, yielding a pale gold liquor with TG11S TG11 TG11D Sizes Limited refreshing blueberry notes and a crisp clean finish. This well-balanced $1.00 $5.00 $9.50 blend tastes delicious hot or iced!

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Page 44 Upton Tea Quarterly Winter, 2017 DECAFFEINATED TEAS DECAFFEINATED TEAS Our teas are decaffeinated using pure carbon dioxide or ethyl acetate. Both processes remove at least 99.9% of the caffeine and are approved by the USFDA. The flavored decaffeinated teas are flavored with nature-identical (artificial) flavorings. Note that methylene chloride is used in some decaffeination processes for teas sold outside of the U.S.

CO2 DECAFFEINATED TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg English Breakfast (Ceylon Orange Pekoe): Whole-leaf Ceylon (Sri TC09S TC09 TC09T TC09D TC09H TC09K Lanka) tea. Enjoy with milk or plain. $2.25 $10.75 $12.75 $20.25 $39.25 $74.25 Earl Grey: Whole-leaf Ceylon tea with oil of bergamot flavoring. TE09S TE09 TE09T TE09D TE09H TE09K $2.50 $12.25 $14.25 $23.50 $44.75 $88.00 Apricot with Flowers: Decaffeinated black tea scented with apricot fla- A NEW LOT OF TX17 voring and decorated with flower petals. IS EXPECTED LATER THIS YEAR Indonesian Black Tea: Our newest decaffeinated tea offering is a hearty, TXI9S TXI9 TXI9T TXI9D TXI9H TXI9K breakfast-style tea. A hint of spice complements the smooth, rich flavor. $2.50 $11.75 $13.75 $22.50 $42.50 $83.50 EXTRA BOLD-LEAF DECAFFEINATED TEA Sample 80 g In Tin 160 g 320 g 640 g China Green Decaffeinated Tea: Surprisingly flavorful, this decaffeinated ZGX9S ZGX9 ZGX9T ZGX9D ZGX9H ZGX9K green tea has a pleasant vegetal quality. A bolder version of our former $1.50 $7.50 $9.50 $14.25 $27.75 $52.50 ZG09 (China Decaf Green Tea), which is now sold out . ETHYL ACETATE DECAF. TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Black Tea with Vanilla: A Ceylon black tea flavored with Bourbon vanilla. TX91S TX91 TX91T TX91D TX91H TX91K This tea has been decaffeinated using the Ethyl Acetate process. $2.00 $11.20 $13.20 $21.28 $41.40 $78.40

PREMIUM DECAFFEINATED TEAS All decaffeination processes used for tea are problematic, and remove flavor as well as caffeine. Teas flavored after decaffeination, such as Earl Grey, will be less compromised, since the added flavoring oils constitute the dominant flavor component. Even these, however, lack some of the character that tea drinkers appreciate. There is one company that is approaching this problem in a unique way. They start with grades of tea that would ordinarily be considered too good for the flavor-robbing decaffeination process. They then sort the final product to eliminate most of the smaller leaf particles that decaffeination produces. Predictably, the result is a superior final product.

PREMIUM CO2 DECAFFEINATED TEAS Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Decaffeinated Irish Breakfast Blend BOP: Arriving later this year. THIS NEW OFFERING, TBX9, IS EXPECTED LATER THIS YEAR Sweet Orange: A premium Ceylon tea, flavored with the essence of TX23S TX23 TX23T TX23D TX23H TX23K sweet orange and blended with dried orange peel. $3.50 $16.50 $18.50 $31.00 $60.50 $114.00 Assam: Whole-leaf or broken-leaf Assam (depending on availability), TXA9S TXA9 TXA9T TXA9D TXA9H TXA9K decaffeinated with pure carbon dioxide. $3.00 $14.25 $16.25 $27.00 $52.25 $98.75 O CO2 Premium Decaffeinated Darjeeling Organic: The top standard of decaffeinated Darjeeling tea available, and by far the best we have TXD8S TXD8 TXD8T TXD8D TXD8H TXD8K cupped. Please note that even the best decaffeinated teas lose some of $3.00 $17.20 $19.20 $32.68 $63.60 $120.40 the flavor and complexity of their unprocessed counterparts. This is the organic version of our sold out TXD9. Earl Grey: Whole-leaf Ceylon OP, decaffeinated with pure carbon dioxide TXE9S TXE9 TXE9T TXE9D TXE9H TXE9K and scented with bergamot flavoring. $3.50 $17.50 $19.50 $33.25 $64.50 $121.75

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 45 TISANES & INFUSIONS TISANES & INFUSIONS HERBAL AND FRUIT BASES Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg O Organic Green Rooibos Superior Grade: This green (unfermented) Rooibos is a popular variation of the standard (oxidized) versions. With a BA02S BA02 BA02T BA02D BA02H BA02K light flavor, fresh aroma, and mild sweetness, this tisane is an excellent $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $12.00 $23.00 $43.50 choice for a caffeine-free beverage. O Organic Rooibos Superior: This organic Rooibos has an inviting aroma, BA20S BA20 BA20T BA20D BA20H BA20K with hints of vanilla and citrus. The smooth flavor has notes of spice and $1.25 $5.75 $7.75 $10.75 $20.75 $39.25 caramel. We recommend this tisane for drinking iced, as well as hot. Vanilla Honeybush: A delightful, balanced blend of Honeybush and gen- BA26S BA26 BA26T BA26D BA26H BA26K uine Bourbon vanilla, decorated with marigold petals. A caffeine-free bev- $2.00 $9.75 $11.75 $18.50 $36.00 $68.00 erage for any time of day. O South African Honeybush Organic: This caffeine-free tisane has a BA28S BA28 BA28D BA28H BA28K pleasant taste, with honey-like notes and a mild spiciness. The complex $2.00 $9.25 $17.75 $34.00 $64.75 aroma is full and inviting, with fruity nuances. O Green Honeybush Organic: Honeybush is gaining popularity as a caffeine-free alternative to decaffeinated teas. This unfermented version, BA29S BA29 BA29T BA29D BA29H BA29K which is higher in antioxidants than traditional Honeybush, has an invigo- $2.25 $11.00 $13.00 $20.50 $40.00 $75.50 rating aroma and flavor notes of citrus and sweet apricot. Steep for 8 to 10 minutes. Rooibos Chai Blend: South African Rooibos flavored with cinnamon, car- BA33S BA33 BA33T BA33D BA33H BA33K damom, ginger, citrus peels, star anise, pepper, and cloves. A caffeine- $1.75 $8.25 $10.25 $15.25 $29.00 $54.75 free beverage. O Organic Rooibos Spice Market Blend: Organic South African Rooibos is blended with a mélange of aromatic spices, producing a delicious bev- BA34S BA34 BA34D erage that's great hot or iced. Contains organic ginger, organic cinnamon, Sizes Limited $2.25 $10.50 $20.00 organic licorice root, organic black pepper, organic cardamom pods, organic rose petals, organic calendula petals and natural flavoring. E Raspberry Fruit Tea: A caffeine-free fruit tea with dried apple bits, hibis- BF40S BF40 BF40D BF40H cus, rose hip peels, raspberry bits, blackberry leaves, blackcurrant leaves, $1.50 $8.80 $16.72 $32.60 and natural flavoring.

O Organic Berry Fruit Blend: A caffeine-free fruit blend containing hibiscus BF44S BF44 BF44D petals, rosehip peels, apple pieces, elderberries, orange peels, and natu- Sizes Limited $2.00 $10.50 $20.00 ral flavoring.

Cape Cod Cranberry Fruit Tea: A special blend of dried apple bits, hibis- BF45S BF45 BF45T BF45D BF45H BF45K cus, cranberry bits (cranberries, sugar and sunflower oil) with artificial $1.75 $8.00 $10.00 $15.00 $29.00 $54.75 (nature-identical) flavoring. Caffeine-free and delicious. Rote Grütze (Red Groats): Hibiscus, dried fruit and flavoring yield a red BF60S BF60 BF60T BF60D BF60H BF60K liquor and bright harmony of tart flavors. Contains no caffeine. $1.75 $8.00 $10.00 $15.00 $29.00 $54.75 Maracuja/Orange Fruit Tea: A caffeine-free fruit tea. Contains fruit BF64S BF64 BF64T BF64D BF64H BF64K pieces, rose hips, hibiscus flowers, citrus peel and flavoring. $1.75 $8.00 $10.00 $15.00 $29.00 $54.75 Vanilla Cream Fruit Tea: A caffeine-free fruit tea with hibiscus flowers, BF68S BF68 BF68T BF68D BF68H BF68K apple bits, rose hips, genuine Bourbon vanilla and flavoring. $1.50 $7.80 $9.80 $14.82 $28.90 $54.60

Cinnamon Plum Fruit Tea: A caffeine-free fruit tea with a pleasing plum/ BF71S BF71 BF71T BF71D BF71H BF71K cinnamon taste. Contains apple bits, cinnamon, plum pieces, hibiscus, $1.50 $9.80 $11.80 $18.62 $36.30 $68.60 and beetroot. O Organic Ginger Root: Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is a widely used and very popular herb. The pale yellow liquor has a fresh, zesty character with BH15S BH15 BH15T BH15D BH15H BH15K an earthy, peppery aroma. The crisp flavor is smooth and spicy with a hint of sweetness that lingers into the finish. A steeping time of 8-10 minutes is $2.00 $11.00 $13.00 $20.90 $40.70 $77.00 recommended.

HERBAL AND FRUIT BASES (continued) Sample 125 g In Tin 250 g 500 g 1 Kg Organic Chai Namaste: A wonderful blend of traditional Chai spices that O BH33S BH33 BH33D BH33H may be enjoyed on its own or mixed with your favorite tea. Contains cinnamon pieces, ginger pieces, cardamom seeds, cloves and black pepper. $2.25 $10.50 $20.00 $37.75 Rose Hips: Coarse cut and ideal for infusion in a Chatsford Teapot. The BH55S BH55 BH55T BH55D BH55H BH55K liquor has a mildly floral and tart flavor. A caffeine-free beverage. $2.00 $9.00 $11.00 $16.50 $31.00 $60.25 Hibiscus Flowers, Coarse Cut: A long-time favorite. The ruby-red liquor BH60S BH60 BH60T BH60D BH60H BH60K is tart and refreshing. Caffeine-free. $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $12.25 $23.00 $44.50 BOLD-LEAF TISANES Sample 100 g In Tin 200 g 400 g 800 g Organic Lemon-Ginger Blend: The perfect marriage of lemon and gin- O BH18S BH18 BH18D ger creates this spicy, invigorating blend, great for any time of day. Con- tains ginger pieces, lemongrass, lemon peel, licorice root, and spearmint. $1.50 $7.00 $12.50

Green Yerba Maté: Also known as Paraguay tea or Brazilian tea. This BH20S BH20 BH20T BH20D BH20H BH20K caffeine bearing plant is valued for its stimulating properties. We offer an excellent grade. $1.00 $4.75 6.75 $8.75 $17.00 $32.25 Roasted Yerba Maté: The same premium grade of Maté as listed above BH22S BH22 BH22T BH22D BH22H BH22K (BH20), roasted until lightly browned. Contains caffeine. $1.50 $6.50 $8.50 $11.50 $21.50 $40.75 BOLDER-LEAF TISANES Sample 80 g In Tin 160 g 320 g 640 g O Holy Basil Purple Leaf Organic: This fine-cut leaf grade of organic Holy Basil, (a.k.a. Tulsi), produces a rich cup with a complex and spicy charac- BH02S BH02 BH02D BH02H BH02K ter. The dominant flavor notes are anise and pepper, with nuances of citrus $1.50 $7.00 $13.00 $25.25 $47.75 and cinnamon. VERY BOLD-LEAF TISANES Sample 60 g In Tin 120 g 240 g 480 g Lapacho (Pao d'archo) Bold Leaf: A pleasant beverage that we BH34S BH34 BH34T BH34D BH34H BH34K recommend for its sweet flavor. Made from the inner bark of the lapacho $1.00 $3.60 $5.60 $6.84 $13.30 $25.20 tree, this herbal tea contains no caffeine. O Organic Australian Lemon Myrtle: Grown in the sub-tropical rainforests of Queensland, Australia, this lemon myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) offer- BH36S BH36 BH36T BH36D BH36H BH36K ing is an organic caffeine-free tisane. It's a natural source of citral essen- $1.75 $8.50 $10.50 $16.00 $29.50 $57.50 tial oils, which impart a pleasant lemony aroma and flavor. Herbs and Berries: A blend of lemon grass, hibiscus, chamomile, spear- BH44S BH44 BH44T BH44D BH44H BH44K mint, licorice root, blackcurrants, ginger, elderberry flowers, and cactus $1.00 $5.00 $7.00 $9.00 $17.00 $32.25 flowers. Contains no caffeine. O Certified Organic Peppermint: Fresh tasting, highly aromatic, very BH46S BH46 BH46T BH46D BH46H BH46K round peppermint flavor. $1.00 $5.50 $7.50 $9.50 $18.75 $29.75 Chamillo Blend: A blend of chamomile, citrus peels, rose hips, orange BH75S BH75 BH75T BH75D BH75H BH75K blossoms, lemon grass, nana mint, hibiscus and flavoring. A relaxing, caf- $1.00 $5.00 $7.00 $8.75 $16.50 $31.00 feine-free beverage. EXTRA BOLD-LEAF TISANES Sample 50 g In Tin 100 g 200 g 400 g O Organic Spearmint: A select lot of organic, coarse cut spearmint. Great BH45S BH45 BH45T BH45D BH45H BH45K for blending with green tea or steeping alone as a refreshing, caffeine-free $1.00 $5.00 $7.00 $9.25 $16.75 $32.00 beverage. Lemon Grass, Coarse Cut: Golden-yellow liquor with brisk lemon flavor BH65S BH65 BH65T BH65D BH65H BH65K and aroma. A caffeine-free beverage. $.75 $3.75 $5.75 $7.00 $13.50 $25.25 ULTRA BOLD-LEAF TISANES Sample 40 g In Tin 80 g 160 g 320 g O Holy Basil Green Leaf Organic: Our green whole-leaf grade of Holy Basil (a.k.a. Tulsi) is a mix of leaf and tiny dried flowers. The smooth, full- BH06S BH06 BH06D BH06H BH06K bodied infusion is sweet and spicy. Hints of anise and clove are present in $1.00 $4.50 $8.00 $15.50 $29.50 the aroma as well as the flavor. Egyptian Chamomile: Whole dried flowers, with a high concentration of BH50S BH50 BH50T BH50D BH50H BH50K flavor oils. Yields a rich, deep-yellow cup. A caffeine-free beverage. $1.00 $4.25 $6.25 $8.00 $15.50 $29.50

Teas marked with an arrow © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC.  are new in this issue. All rights reserved. O = Certified by Baystate Organic Certifiers.  (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 47 TEA SAMPLERS TEA SAMPLERS Our samplers are packed in reusable metal tins. The amount of tea per tin averages about 35 grams, depending on leaf size, and will yield approximately 16 cups of tea. Each sampler set consists of four tins of tea. These samplers make excellent gifts, especially when combined with a Chatsford Teapot. In addition to the samplers below, nearly all of our teas may be purchased in small sample quantities. Please see page 7 for details.

British Blend Sampler: A tin each of the following: Bond Street English Breakfast (TB10), Finest Russian Caravan (TB70), SB11 Baker Street Afternoon Blend (TB75), and Richmond Park Blend (TB86). Specially blended for us in London by master tea $12.50 blenders.

Flavored and Scented Tea Sampler: A tin each of the following: Mango Indica (TF41), Vanilla (with real Bourbon vanilla) SF02 (TF90), Chung-Hao Special Grade Jasmine (ZJ41), and Sweet Almond Green Tea (TG14). $12.50

Introduction to Fine Tea: Representative of a wide range of fine black teas, this sampler contains a tin each of the follow- SM30 ing: Premium China Keemun (TP12), No.1 Tippy Orthodox GFOP Darjeeling (TD50), China Yunnan TGFOP (ZY51), and $13.00 East Frisian BOP Assam Tea (TB51).

Assam Sampler: A tin each of the following Assam teas: Tippy Orthodox GFOP Assam (TA40), Halmari Estate CTC BOP SA49 (TA27), Dikom Estate TGFOP1 (TA91), and Hattialli Estate GBOP1 Spl. (TA14). $13.50

 Premium Darjeeling Sampler: Avongrove Estate Second Flush FTGFOP1 Ch. Musc. DJ-53 (TD47), Thurbo Estate Second SD49 Flush FTGFOP1 Musc. DJ-238 (TD67), Risheehat Estate Second Flush TGBOP Ch. DJ-183 (TD21), Castleton Estate Sec- $18.75 ond Flush TGBOP Ch. Spl. DJ-138 (TD22).  First Flush Darjeeling Sampler: Tindharia Estate FTGFOP1 Organic (TD96), Namring Upper Estate FTGFOP1 Spl. Clonal SD01 (TD29), Singbulli Estate SFTGFOP1 Organic (TD51), Sungma Estate SFTGFOP1 Organic (TD72). $49.75

Earl Grey Sampler: A tin each of the following exotic Earl Grey teas: Earl Grey Crème Vanilla (TE01), Earl Grey with SE01 Lavender (TE12), Earl Grey Chocolate (TE13) and Earl Grey Blue Flower (TE16). $12.80  Green Tea Sampler: A tin each of the following: Ganesh Green Tea Assam (TAG1), Organic An Hui Mountain Tea (ZG96), SG36 Green Lu’An Melon Seed (ZG69), and Organic Green Ceylon OP (TC81). $22.25 Decaffeinated Tea Sampler: A tin each of our most popular decaffeinated teas: Ceylon English Breakfast (TC09), Premium SX22 Earl Grey (TXE9), Black Tea with Vanilla (TX91), and China Green (ZG09 or ZGX9 as available). $14.80

Winter Season Sampler: A tin each of the following: New England Harvest Blend (TE57), Christmas Tea Mélange Noël SH03 (TE90), Mélange de Chamonix (TE94), and Cranberry Flavored Black Tea (TF27). $14.80

Introduction to Oolong Teas: A tin each of the following: Formosa Oolong Fine Grade (TT15), Formosa Amber Oolong SO17 (TT55), Formosa Jade Oolong (TT86), and China Oolong Se Chung (ZO10). An excellent comparison of a wide variety of $14.50 Oolong styles.

spending nearly twenty hours on a plane A Modern-Day Tea Journey only to end up nine and a half hours ahead I Left My Heart of where I left. The time zone change took (and My Sneakers) in Sri Lanka some getting used to. Excitement reas- -by Rebecca M. serted itself after landing and a good night’s rest. After a day of acclimating and When I was approached about guest taking tours of local Buddhist and Hindu writing the article for this issue of the temples in Colombo, the capital city, I was Upton Tea Quarterly, I was thrilled at the ready to make my way up the winding prospect of sharing my visit to Sri Lanka switchback roads to the Nuwara Eliya dis- this past summer. Included in the responsi- trict, a high-grown region with elevations bilities of a customer service representative over 6,000 feet. at Upton Tea Imports is the role of tea consultant. I have developed a passion for The approach quickly became envel- tea during my 10 years with Upton Tea oped in mist as the road stretched up into Imports. If you have phoned in to place an the clouds. There was a wide range of flora order or for some consultation, we have and fauna as well as an impressive waterfall probably had the chance to speak. In addi- to observe, which served to make the long tion to my avid enthusiasm for tea, I have drive to the Heritance Tea Factory Hotel always wanted to travel. Upton Tea fly by. Imports is investing in its employees to travel to country of origin to experience Bright and early the next morning, I tea, and I did not hesitate when offered the visited the Idulgashinna and Dambatenne opportunity. My appreciation for Ceylon Estates. At the Idulgashinna Estate, after teas has grown exponentially, as well as my being very warmly welcomed and given a fascination with the effects of the various short talk on the history of the estate, there microclimates in which they are produced. were teas to taste. The lineup of 16 differ- I am always amazed by the diversity of fla- ent teas ranged from hearty, broken-leaf vor imparted by a simple change in eleva- black teas to rich, complex black teas with tion. I lean towards a slight preference for wiry leaves and golden tips to a selection of the teas from the lower growing region, green teas, including the bold-leaf “Blink and I was honored to have the rare oppor- Bonnie,” and a set of flowering display tunity to indulge this growing interest. teas. You may find our new offerings from This visit was especially timely since it the Idulgashinna Estate on page 35 of this coincided with the 150th anniversary of catalog. There was much touching and Ceylon tea production. smelling of wet and dry leaves followed by smelling, sipping and slurping from the The length of the flight itself was a sin- brewed cups. As I progressed down the gular experience. It was my first time line, I was sure that the tea I was sipping at

that moment was my favorite, and then I They were kind enough to demonstrate quickly revised that assessment as I tasted the proper, two leaves and a bud, tea the next cup. Each tea had a familiar style plucking method. Then I was able to try but an unmistakably unique character in my hand at picking some. It was such a which I could discern the influence of the beautiful experience to be able to touch flowers and spices that shared the growing and smell the leaves in the bright morning area. It changed the entire tea tasting expe- air. The proper technique became easier rience for me and emphasized the role that after a few tries, though my speed could the growing environment plays in the fla- benefit from a bit more practice. After vor of tea. Finding notes of jasmine and that, I had the chance to tour around the cinnamon when tasting a tea, while the air factory, where all the drying, processing around me was redolent with those scents, and sorting takes place. The equipment, was an experience I will not soon forget. machines and drying beds made for quite During the visit to the Dambatenne an impressive sight. When I was handed a Estate, I had a close-up view of row upon paper surgical mask at the beginning of the row of tea bushes. Peering from the top of tour, I was not sure why it would be neces- rolling slopes full of waves of vibrant green, sary but, as the tour progressed, it became pictures do not capture it entirely; it sur- clear. As tea dries, the lighter material, such rounds you and fills you with a sense of as stems, gets separated from the leaves. As true awe. I took a moment to seek out sifting and sorting take place, much of that those bushes that might still be flowering. I particulate ends up in the air. The tour did find quite a few of the delicate white ended and I walked past the finished prod- tea blossoms, lower down than I had uct, a large stack of tea sacks, ready for expected. While crouched down, I got a their destination. good look at the tangled, knotted trunks of the bushes, which reminded me very much After the factory tour, I headed to the of Bonsai trees. They appeared to be culti- Tea Research Institute in Talawakelle, vated and pruned in much the same way, established in 1925. There was more his- care taken to keep them at approximately tory and information than it would be pos- hip height for ease of harvesting. Lunch sible to absorb in an afternoon, particularly followed at Sir Thomas Lipton’s bungalow, a library of tea journals that I would have which afforded a view of an impressive loved to peruse. There were panels on the English style garden, one of the remnants walls, as well as displays, outlining every- of colonial influence. thing from the very beginnings of tea cultivation to soil sampling and testing to My next visit was to the Somerset steeping instructions. Estate, where I had the chance to visit with some of the tea pickers in the tea garden.

From there, it was on to a tour of the watch and photograph. It was a perfect Matale Spice Garden in the Kandy district, vantage point to observe from. a mid-grown region with elevations averag- ing 4,000 feet. You may find our new And, just like that, I had reached the offerings from this district on page __ of end of my trip. It had been a fantastic this catalog. It was a lovely, fragrant con- whirlwind, with so much to reflect on as I centration of all of the spices that I kept prepared to make the long journey home noticing earlier in the trip. It served as a from this amazing, life-changing experi- very informative tie-in, offering an in- ence. depth perspective on some of the plants that tea shares the soil with. Visiting Sri Lanka was invaluable in exploring and furthering my tea education. Sigiriya Rock was the first stop on the The tea knowledge I have gained over the final day of the trip. Not only is Sigiriya years, my outlook and everything about Rock beautiful, stately and enormous, the the way I see, smell and taste tea has been approach to it on the paths through the enhanced a thousandfold. Everyone that I water gardens was stunning and evocative met was so warm and welcoming and the as well. I will admit that I did not make itinerary was a perfect balance of informa- more than a quarter of the climb up tion and exploration. Visiting the tea gar- towards the top but even the view from dens, walking around and experiencing tea where I stopped provided definitively culture, being immersed firsthand, was a majestic vistas so captivating that I felt sol- wonderful, energizing step on my tea jour- itary tranquility, even though there were ney. It has also resulted in the cultivation lines of other visitors continuing the climb of contacts from which Upton Tea will be past me as well as noisy monkeys playing purchasing teas directly. In this issue of the in the trees around me. This was another Upton Tea Quarterly, we have expanded moment among many where pictures our offerings to include new selections could not do the experience justice. After from each of the seven tea growing dis- my visit to Sigiriya Rock, it was time for a tricts: Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Uda Pussell- safari tour in Minneriya National Park, awa, Uva, Dimbula, Sabaragamuwa and which was established in 1997 after having Ruhuna. You may find this special section been declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1938. starting on page 32. I hope to visit again The tour was by jeep, which was a fun and someday. Until then, I have cherished energizing, if bumpy, way to travel. As we memories of a once-in-a-lifetime experi- made our way near the edge of a forested ence to take with me, as well as the warm section, there were a lot of birds and other greetings and farewells - Ayubowan: May wildlife along the way, culminating in a you live long! group of elephants, which we stopped to

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Gift certificates in any Personalized Gift Certificates denomination may be sent by e-mail from our website A gift certificate from Upton Tea Imports is an excellent way to remem- without incurring a shipping ber a tea-loving friend for the holidays or for any special occasion. or handling charge. Gift certificates may be sent from our website for prompt delivery by e- Conventional (paper) gift mail. Traditional (paper) gift certificates may be sent separately or with certificates may be shipped other items when ordering by phone. Please see notes at the left for mailing with other items at no fees on paper certificates valued at less than $25.00 when mailed separately. additional charge.

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® INFUSERS AND STRAINERS FINUM TEA FILTER BAGS FOR Tea strainers (sieves) and infusers are unnecessary if CONVENIENT STEEPING you use an infuser teapot (e.g., a Chatsford Teapot, page For pure simplicity, we find the Chatsford 5). For other teapots, we recommend allowing the tea to line of products to be unbeatable. However, steep unrestricted (without infuser) and pouring the tea many of our customers have found these through a fine-mesh strainer (e.g., AS24 below) after oxygen-bleached paper filter bags to be steeping. Alternately, infusers can be used to contain the convenient alternatives. Our taste tests have leaves and allow removal of the used tea leaves. For found that Finum oxygen-bleached bags are brewing in a mug at home or at work, we recommend the among the few that are taste-neutral. Chatsford Mug Infuser, below, and the wide range of Finum® products at the right and on page 53. FINUM FILTER BAGS and PLASTIC HOLDER CHATSFORD MUG INFUSER The filter holder concept illustrated in figures 1-2, below, works best in a mug but, as illustrated in figures 3-4, it can The perfect solution for steeping a single cup or mug of be used in most teapots. The papers (figure 1) slip snugly tea. The infuser basket is suitable for over the base of the holder (figure 2). Holder and filter all types of tea, from very fine-leaf bags are sold separately. English teas to large-leaf Oolongs. It is very strong in construction, dishwasher-safe, and with proper care 1 2 3 4 will last many years. The brown infuser basket is the same as item AS11B (page 5), which sells for $6.50. This boxed version includes a handy lid, which retains heat during steeping Filter measures 5” long by 4” wide. and doubles as a trivet. Made in the U.K. Item AS31 (Chatsford Mug Infuser with lid): $7.25 Item Description Price MA Price* (Mass. price $7.70, incl. 6¼% sales tax) AI35 Infuser Holder for Bags $2.75 $2.92 COTTON TEA SOCK AI41 100 Filter Bags for above $5.50 $5.84 A universal infuser for virtually any teapot. The coated wire hoop (available in 3¼" and 4¼" diameter sizes) rests on FINUM FILTER BAGS and METAL CLIP the top of your teapot. Even the small- The “Tea Click” (figure 5) is a handy way to secure the top est tea particles are retained in the sock. Figure 5 of the four filter bags listed below. Simply flex the clip Item: AI52 (Size 2 cotton tea sock): $2.00 open, insert the top of the (Mass. price $2.13, incl. 6¼% sales tax) bag, and flex it closed. Item AI53 (Size 3 cotton tea sock): $2.25 (Mass. price $2.39, incl. 6¼% sales tax) The filter (infuser) bags come in four sizes. We recommend the larger sizes PERMA-BREW® INFUSERS for those ultra bold-leaf The mesh is made of laboratory grade polyester filter green and white teas, screen, retaining all tea particles even when you are over 225 microns (.0088 inches). steeping a cup or two. The frame is made of high den- sity polypropylene. They are Finum “Tea Click” (Metal Clip for Filter Bags) Pot Infuser Cup Infuser dishwasher-safe. Made in China. Item Description Price MA Price* Item AI23 (Perma-Brew pot infuser): $3.75 AI33 Single Clip for Filter Bags $1.25 $1.33 (Mass. price $3.98, incl. 6¼% sales tax) Item AI20 (Perma-Brew cup infuser): $3.50 (Mass. price $3.72, incl. 6¼% sales tax) Filter Bags for use with Finum “Tea Click” Item Size Bags/Box Price MA Price* FINE-MESH STRAINER AI42 1-2 Cup (XS) 100 $4.25 $4.52 When steeped in a teapot without a strainer AI64 2-4 Cup (S) 100 $4.50 $4.78 basket or infuser, tea must usually be poured AI43 4-6 Cup (L) 100 $5.50 $5.84 through a sieve when the steeping is finished. A proper tea strainer will rest on the mug or cup AI68 6-8 Cup (XL) 60 $5.50 $5.84 and will have a fine mesh to capture the fine tea particles found in most loose teas.

Item AS24 (Made in China): $4.50 * MA price on accessory items includes 6¼% sales tax (Mass. price $4.78, incl. 6¼% sales tax) Required for all shipments to Massachusetts.

FINUM FILTER BAGS WITH SUSPENSION STICK Stainless Steel Steeping/Strainer The simplicity of this version of Finum’s wide range of tea filters Baskets from Japan makes it a practical choice for We stock two sizes of this stainless steel steeping bas- home or office use. The plastic ket. Select the appropriate size based on the opening of stick pierces the open-ended filter your cup, mug, or teapot. The mm/inch dimension is the sack for suspension over a mug or approximate outer diameter of the mesh basket, just cup. Each box of 100 filter sacks below the rim. The rim diameter is the outer diameter of comes with one suspension stick. the support ring. The handle is bamboo.

Item Description Price MA Price* Diameter Item MA Price 100 Filter Bags with Code Price* AI45 mm (inch) Rim 1 Suspension Stick $4.50 $4.78 60mm (2-3/8”) 2-5/8” AS38 $4.00 $4.25 68mm (2-11/16”) 3” AS40 $4.50 $4.78 Finum® Permanent Tea Filters and 81mm (3-3/8”) 3.2” AS42 $5.75 $6.11 Filter Tea Cups Stainless Steel and Silver Plated Scoops Using the same scoop every time you make tea can help Style 2 Cup ensure the consistency of its strength. We offer three styles, each of which is available in stainless or silver plated brass. Made in India.

Style 1 Cup AR02A, AR02B AR03A, AR03B AR11 Permanent Filter Style Finish Item Code Price MA Price* Stubby Stainless AR02A $4.50 $4.78 In addition to the extensive line of Chatsford products, Scoop Silver AR02B $4.50 $4.78 Upton Tea Imports now stocks stainless steel infuser baskets manufactured in Germany by Finum. The permanent Large Stainless AR04A $5.25 $5.58 filters come in two sizes: Medium (cup size) and Large (2 cup) Silver AR04B $5.25 $5.58 (for mug or teapot). Each comes with a lid, which doubles Medium as a coaster for the infuser basket. Silver Tea AR11 $7.25 $7.70 Plated We also offer two styles of 6-ounce glass infuser cups, Scoop which include the medium filter basket. Style 1 has a metal band and plastic handle. Style 2 is all glass. Traditional Tea Cosies Leaf Pattern These quilted cosies will keep Finum Permanent Filters your tea piping hot. Sizes are Size Color Item Price MA Price* matched to Chatsford Teapot sizes with extra room to Black AS61K accommodate easy removal. Medium Blue AS61C The Jamdani pattern (front) Jamdani Pattern (3½” High) Green AS61G $7.75 $8.23 has a cream background Burgundy AS61R with red and golden-yellow printed pattern. The Leaf pattern has a blue background with green printed leaves. Black AS62K Matching hot pads are available and can be used under Large Blue AS62C your teapot to minimize heat loss. Visit our website for (4” High) Green AS62G $8.75 $9.30 color images and additional patterns. Made in India. Burgundy AS62R Item Code MA Size Price Jamdani Leaf Price* Finum Filter Tea Cups 2-4 cup Sold Out Sold Sold Out Style Color Item Price MA Price* 4-6 cup AQ84JOut $11.75 $12.48 Style 1 Black AC21K 6-10 cup AQ86J AQ86L $13.00 $13.81 Blue AC22C Style 2 $15.50 $16.47 10-12 cup AQ89J AQ89L $17.60 $18.70 Green AC22G Hot Pad Sold Out $2.75 $2.92

* MA price on accessory items includes 6¼% sales tax, required for all shipments to Massachusetts.

 (800)234-8327  www.uptontea.com © 2017 Upton Tea Imports, LLC. All rights reserved. Winter, 2017 Upton Tea Quarterly Page 54 Pavina Double Wall Glass Cups (set of 2) Gift Suggestions Choosing a gift for someone new to loose tea can be Made of heat-resistant borosilicate glass, these a difficult task when there are over 400 selections in glass cups are great for hot or iced tea. a catalog. Our sampler sets (p. 47) are quite popular Individually mouth blown by expert artisans, the as an introduction to tea, and pair nicely with a Finum Filter Tea Cup (page 53). Purchasing tea for double wall construction creates a highly effective an experienced tea drinker can be equally challeng- layer of insulation & eliminates condensation. An ing. As someone who has been drinking tea for elegant & beautiful way to enjoy a cup of tea. some time has likely settled into a personal niche, it Dishwasher safe. can be difficult to select something that is just right. While a gift certificate (p. 51) is appropriate for any Item Description Price MA Price level of tea enjoyment, it frequently makes an even ACG2 9-ounce size (set of 2) $18.00 $19.13 better gift for a long-time tea drinker. ACG4 12-ounce size (set of 2) $19.95 $21.20 Gift Sets A unique gift set from Upton Tea Imports is a quick and easy way to share tea. Each set is attractively packaged in a hunter-green gift box. Upgrade any gift set with gift wrapping for an additional $4.96 per set, as listed below. If a gift set can be personalized (as noted below its respective illustration), please be sure to include the name that you would like us to print on the labels.

Tea for One Gift Set Tea-for-two The perfect trio: Our Chats- Connoisseur Gift Set ford Mug Infuser System is Whether it be to prepare a paired with two tins of our cupping of dozens of Can be personalized most popular teas. Currently teas during the buying available in two versions: the season, or to make a 10- Traditional Tea Set (Bond Street English Breakfast & Fin- cup pot (or two) for our sim- est Russian Caravan) and the Flavored Teas Set (Earl ple enjoyment, we always use Grey Blue Flower & Christmas Tea). our tea scale to eliminate guesswork. We Item Description Price MA Price also use a thermometer for green and white teas. Our GS41A Traditional Tea Set $28.00 $29.75 scale measures in “cups”, and our thermometer has GS41AW GS41A, Gift Wrapped $32.96 $35.02 color-coded scales to keep everything simple. This set GS41B Herbal Tea Set SOLD OUT includes a two-cup porcelain teapot (East model, page 5), tea scale with calibration weight (not illustrated), and ther- GS41BW GS41B, Gift Wrapped SOLD OUT mometer (page 4). May be purchased without gift box or GS41C Flavored Tea Set $28.00 $29.75 wrapping as item AR26C, below. GS41CW GS41C, Gift Wrapped $32.96 $35.02 Item Description Price MA Price GS26C Connoisseur East Set $81.60 $86.70 GS26CW GS26C, Gift Wrapped $86.56 $91.97 Tea for One AR26C Unboxed set (items only) $78.88 $83.81 Deluxe Gift Set Two tins of tea and a Finum Filter Tea Cup (item AC21K, Can be personalized see page 53). Choose our Sampler Gift Set most popular breakfast Quality tea and a simple brewing blends (Bond Street English Breakfast & CTC Irish method are key to enjoying loose leaf Breakfast Blend) or our most popular flavored teas (Earl tea. This set includes a Chatsford Grey Blue Flower & Christmas Tea). Mug Infuser System and your choice of sampler set. Item Description Price MA Price GS42A Breakfast Blend Set $34.88 $37.06 Item Description Price MA Price GS42AW GS42A, Gift Wrapped $39.84 $42.33 GS21A Introduction to Fine Tea Set $24.96 $26.52 GS42B Herbal Set SOLD OUT GS21AW GS21A, Gift Wrapped $29.92 $31.79 GS42BW GS42B, Gift Wrapped SOLD OUT GS21B Green Tea Set $24.96 $26.52 GS42C Flavored Set $34.88 $37.06 GS21BW GS21B, Gift Wrapped $29.92 $31.79 GS42CW GS42C, Gift Wrapped $39.84 $42.33 GS21C Decaffeinated Tea Set $24.96 $26.52 GS21CW GS21C, Gift Wrapped $29.92 $31.79

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The Chatsford Teapot by Homer Laughlin We are pleased to introduce our new Chatsford Teapot, produced for us by the Homer Laughlin China Company at the East Liverpool, Ohio facilities of their sister company, Hall China. This teapot is available in three of Homer Laughlin’s famous Fiestaware colors: scarlet red, bright white, and cobalt blue. Each teapot comes with a standard red Chatsford 4-cup strainer basket. See images on www.uptontea.com.

Item Code \ Description \ Color List Price MA Price AP14W - 20 oz. Chatsford Teapot - bright white $49.99 $53.11 AP14S - 20 oz. Chatsford Teapot - scarlet red $49.99 $53.11 AP14C - 20 oz. Chatsford Teapot - cobalt blue $49.99 $53.11

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