~ A luxury retail brand of loose tea leaves handpicked by tea sommeliers ~
National, September 2015: In recent years, flavored teas and tea blends have come to infuse the imaginations and tantalize the taste buds of Indians. Pioneering the concept of first-class specialty teas in retail marketplace, India’s premium lifestyle food superstore – Foodhall launches The House of Tea – a plush brand that introduces you to some of the finest quality of loose tea leaves. The House of Tea by Foodhall, also known as THT, is a luxurious idea that thrives on reviving the rich tradition of tea brewing and appreciation. THT creates around 70 varieties of interesting loose leaf blends which are distinct and unique from each other. Some tea blends are brewed to detoxify, some for de-stressing and some to boosts antioxidant – each THT tea infusion is created for the wellness of body & mind.
THT’s tea sommeliers have traversed the world to find the best quality single estate tea and blends that has the prowess to bring about a tea movement right here at home. Take your taste buds on a trip with THT through Sri Lankan Ceylon to Chinese Ginseng Oolong to Egyptian Tisanes to South African Rooibos. If your taste buds crave for local flavors, The House of Tea brings you India’s popular tea sommelier Anamika Singh’s signature tea infusions. Lady Grey, for instance, combines Black Tea, Bergamot Oil with Lavender Flowers.
The House of Tea is just not about loose tea leaves or blends – it is an experience! With THT, Foodhall aims to revive the grandeur and elegance of tea drinking. THT completes your tea experience with range of sophisticated cast iron vintage tea pots and infusers. Each product is packed in gold rimmed tins, boxes or jars that are discernibly delightful. THT further enhances the tea drinking culture with its premium collection of specially crafted demitasse sticks and tea sugars, a range of ambrosial tea jellies and cookies which serve as perfect accompaniments.
Avni Biyani, Concept Head – Foodhall says, “There is an element of art when it comes to tea drinking. And a true tea lover understands the finer nuances of tea. With THT, we are bringing back the classic alchemy of tea culture in India of single estate blends, Asian teas, flavorful infusions and exotic tisanes that will definitely appeal to every tea purist.”
Tea in India has evolved in its variety and flavors. Real tea drinkers primarily prefer unflavored and straight teas that blend fruits, flowers, spices and herbs. The House of Tea ensures the classic tea scents to stand out. As tea has always been viewed as a healthy beverage, THT ensures that with the additions of these flavors and aromas, a plain cup of tea can suddenly be much more inviting.
The House of Tea introduces over 70 varieties of green, black and white teas:
Highlight of Single Estate Blends at THT
Assam’s Handrolled Green Tea: Non-fermented Green tea from Assam Estates – A raw vegetal taste with a hint of sweetness.
Nilgiri’s Billimalai: A premium Green Tea with peppery aroma that promises a palate pleasing experience.
Sri Lankan Dimbula: One of the most famous Black teas amongst Ceylon Tea. An exquisite taste, the leaves of this tea is long and wiry that gives a powerful aroma.
Asian Teas Highlight at THT
China’s Jasmine Pearl: Pearl Jasmine Tea is one of the finest and most exquisite Jasmine tea. This tea is special due to it scenting process.
China’s Silver Needle White: Most delicate White teas and revered tea produced in China. This tea contains powerful antioxidants that help lower cholesterol. The ease that one experiences as one sips this divine liquid helps to keep a balance between body & mind.
Japanese Matcha: A power pack cup of Matcha and you are ready to face the world. Match tea powder is made with ground-up tea leaves.
Highlight of Tisanes at THT
Egyptian Chamomile: Chamomile has been used for centuries in tea. It’s a wonder herb that heals mouth sores and prevents gum disease.
South Africa’s Vanilla Rooibos: This tisane is also called Red Tea. A sweet and flavorful tisane has host of health benefits.
Flavorful Infusions:
Apple Cinnamon Duet (Green tea, Apple, Cinnamon, Natural Apple & Cinnamon flavor): Each sip has a smooth honey like finish to it with a hint of briskness of the Black tea and nutty aroma of Almonds.
Spicy Mandarin (Oolong tea, Cardamom, Cinnamon, Pepper, Clove, Ginger, Orange, natural Orange flavor, clove and cinnamon flavor): A perfect Tea for coming winters. Sweet, sour with hints of warm spices leaves.