subject: Fair Trade Green Teas [print this page] We set out to create some truly incredible tasting, smooth green teas. So we have selected the finest organic whole leaf green tea hand picked by Fairtrade growers around the world.
Each tea has been specially blended by our herbalist, Sebastian, using the whole leaf which is gently steamed and rolled to retain the fantastic delicate flavour. The methods used to prepare our organic Fairtrade green teas ensure the high levels of antioxidants are preserved. We've blended three great flavours: Green Tea, Mint Green Tea and Lemon Green Tea. Worthy of any tea break, any time!
The three varieties of green tea used in our unique Green tea blend are sourced from Fairtrade growers in China, India and Vietnam.
FairtradeSencha green whole leaf tea comes from a pioneering project in China called Da Zhang Shan which means Great Barrier Mountains. It is the first EU organic and Fairtrade project in China. There are 15,000 smallholders, each owning a third of a hectare. The Sencha green tea is a traditional Chinese tea made by steaming and rolling that creates a flat whole leaf, brimming with flavour.
Oothu farmersOothu green whole leaf tea comes from an estate in India called Singampatti which means Home of the Lion. Some of the original pioneers of organic farming in India came from this estate. They use bio dynamic farming methods and are also Demeter certified because of the effective growing techniques used. The Fairtrade estate has a high social responsibility with schools, a hospital, crches and special shops with discounted food.
Van ChanSuoi Gang green whole leaf tea comes from Van Chan in Vietnam. The green tea is sustainably collected by Hmong and Zhao tribes from wild tea trees that grow in certified organic rainforests. Tea collecting is a part of their ancient culture which existed even before tea drinking became popular. The trees are grown to full height and therefore have a higher antioxidant level. No cultivation is involved as the trees are part of the local ecosystem. Traditionally Suoi Gang is quite a strong local brew, however, there has been investment in this Fairtrade project which has helped to refine the flavour and create a delicious smooth tea.
by: Pukka Herbs
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