A Stitch in Thyme
Scented Black Tea
Signature Tastes – September Exclusive
springtime fruit medley
A Stitch in Thyme
This draught of black tea, orange and thyme causes tranquility for those who seek it. Brew with boiling water in a vessel of porcelain. Add to your potion a touch of white sugar, if you wish.
Steeping Directions
Learn how to make “Gratia Serena” to enjoy at home!
Basic
water at a rolling boil (~180-212° F)
1 tsp tea leaves per 6 oz. water (standard teacup)
~ 2 3 ⁄4 minutes: Drain tea strainer, serve, and enjoy!
white sugar will complement, but this tea does not take milk
Connoisseur
water at a rolling boil (~212° F)
1 1⁄2 even Tbsp tea leaves (32 oz. water / medium-sized teapot)
1 3⁄4 even Tbsp tea leaves (48 oz. water / large-sized teapot)
~ 2 minutes: pause timer, drain tea strainer, return, continue steeping
~ 2 1⁄2 minutes: start tasting every 15 seconds, steeping to your preference
~ 2 3 ⁄4 minutes: recommended steep time for “Gratia Serena” Drain tea strainer, serve, and enjoy!
white sugar will complement, but this tea does not take milk
Tea Tip: Taste by pouring only a quarter inch of tea into the cup.
At Teatime
Available seasonally. Request this tea to be served as one of the three teas at your September teatime reservation!
At Home
Available seasonally. Purchase this loose leaf tea in our market exclusively during our May menu dates!
2 oz. / $7 95
4 oz. / $12 90
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