Plum Blossom
This loose leaf tea is available to buy in our Online Teashop.
tart and sweet
Plum Blossom
Delightfully reminiscent of far eastern lands! The essence of plum in this green tea is at once tart and sweet and softened beautifully by a touch of white sugar or amber honey.
Steeping Directions
Learn how to make “Plum Blossom” to enjoy at home!
Basic
water at a simmer (~180-190° F)
1 tsp tea leaves per 6 oz. water (standard teacup)
~ 3 1 ⁄2 minutes: Drain tea strainer, serve, and enjoy!
white sugar will complement, but this tea does not take milk
Tea Tip: For fullest flavor, use a tea strainer with enough room to allow the tea leaves to open as they steep.
Connoisseur
water at a simmer (~180-190° F)
1 3⁄4 heaping Tbsp tea leaves (32 oz. water / medium-sized teapot)
2 1⁄4 heaping Tbsp tea leaves (48 oz. water / large-sized teapot)
~ 2 1 ⁄2 minutes: pause timer, drain tea strainer, return, continue steeping
~ 3 minutes: start tasting every 15 seconds, steeping to your preference
~ 3 1 ⁄2 minutes: recommended steep time for “Plum Blossom.” 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
Request this tea to be served as one of the three teas at your teatime reservation!
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