Tea
House Blends
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Chai Masala
Our very own, made every morning from scratch with love and devotion no concentrate here! Hand-ground cardamom, star anise, cinnamon and black pepper harmonize with whole milk, Harmutty Assam, cloves, nutmeg, cayenne, fresh ginger, brown sugar, vanilla & rose water. There’s nothing quite like it!
Large Cup $6.00
Small (to-go only) $5.50
Pot $12.50
Boo $3.00
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Chicory Chai
The flavors you have come to love in our classic Masala Chai, reinvented in a hearty and spicy cup without caffeine. Chicory contains inulin, a soluble fi ber that improves digestive function. This toasty root is blended with our signature chai spices.
Large Cup $4.50
Small (to-go only) $4.25
Pot $9.50
Loose/oz $4.75
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Vegan Chai
Our Chai Base (Spiced Assam) All done up, but without the dairy. Expect all the fi xin’s: Rose Water, Vanilla, Almond Milk and a touch of Demerara sugar.
Large Cup $5.00
Small (to-go only) $4.25
Pot $11.00
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Spiced Assam
Harmutty Estate Assam blended with cardamom, cinnamon, clove, star anise, black pepper and fresh ginger. (This blend is the base for our Chai Masala.)
Large Cup $4.50
Small (to-go only) $4.25
Pot $10.00
Loose/oz $4.75
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Moroccan Mint*
The favorite style of tea among many across Morocco and its neighbors. Our version employs dried peppermint, gunpowder green tea and demerara sugar that is poured into glasses stuffed with fresh mint leaves.
Large Cup $4.25
Small (to-go only) $4.00
Pot $8.75
Loose/oz $4.50
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4th St. Breakfast
This house-blended tea is a trinity of Ceylon, Assam and Chinese Red Tea and is our version of English Breakfast.
Large Cup $4.50
Small (to-go only) $4.25
Pot $9.50
Loose/oz $5.25
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Sol Glo*
Get your soul shining with our triple ginger health tonic. Includes turmeric, black pepper, ginger, galangal, licorice, lemongrass, cinnamon, lemon juice, local Lancaster honey and cayenne. Fantastic iced!
Large Cup $3.75
Small (to-go only) $3.50
Pot $9.00
Loose/oz $4.00
Black Teas of Sri Lanka & Assam
These are fully oxidized teas, among the most highly-caffeinated and full-bodied within the tea spectrum. Teas from Sri Lanka (formerly known as Ceylon) and the north Indian state of Assam are particularly well suited to the addition of milk and/or sugar. However, owing to the quality of our selection of these single-estate teas, it is worth fi rst tasting them on their own-
Kenilworth Ceylon
This brisk, full-bodied classic hails from the mountains of Sri Lanka – formerly Ceylon, hence the name of all tea grown there. Kenilworth tea is known around the world for its full bodied strong liquor and is considered to be the hallmark of Ceylon medium grown teas.
Large Cup $3.50
Small (to-go only) $3.25
Pot $8.00
Loose/oz $3.25
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Gingia Assam
The full-bodied, malty quality of Assam is often the backbone of popular European blends such as English Breakfast. Our Assam is a hearty robust brew, yet exhibits a mellow, woodsy character with a comforting, malty finish.
Large Cup $3.50
Small (to-go only) $3.25
Pot $7.75
Loose/oz $3.00
Bottomless Cup $8.00
Darjeeling
Known across the Tea World as “The Champagne of Tea,” the town of Darjeeling lies in the Himalayan foothills of the northern Indian state of West Bengal and is the namesake of all the tea grown in the area. Teas from the Darjeeling district are unique in flavor and processing because they are derived from Chinese tea plant varietals that were first planted there at the behest of the British in the mid-19th century.-
Spring Flush Darjeeling
First (or Spring) Flush Darjeelings are some of the most elegant and exciting teas in the world — there simply is nothing else like them. They are routinely revered for their floral, vegetal and muscatel grape fl avor profiles, this bouquet of flavors holds true to its origins of a pristine Himalayan tea garden, yet also evokes memories of the forest on a glittering spring day. Like a fine wine, this tea should always be savored on its own.
Large Cup $4.75
Small (to-go only) $4.50
Pot $9.75
Loose/oz $6.25
Chinese Reds
Black tea grown in China is called Red Tea (not to be confused with the tisane Rooibos from South Africa, also known as “Red Bush Tea”). The best-known of the Chinese Reds, Keemun, is appropriately referred to as “The Burgundy of Teas.” Red Teas are often described as having a “winy” fl avor and/or body, and they also yield a discernibly redder liquor than their Indian relatives. Red teas from Anhui, Yunnan, Hunan and Fujian provinces often exhibit notes of cocoa, wood and earth and consequently pair very well with spicy food and chocolate. A high-quality Red tea is renowned for its rich, subtly sweet flavor and exceptionally smooth finish-
Keemun Mao Feng
From Anhui province, the Keemun Mao Feng is milder yet more complex than most Keemuns, with an elegantly bold and wiry leaf style. This awakening brew reminds us of barley on the nose, next offering a touch of spice, perhaps nutmeg, followed by a gently smoky fi nish. Satisfying and smooth, this tea is best savored on its own.
Large Cup $4.25
Small (to-go only) $4.00
Pot $8.75
Loose/oz $4.75
Chinese Greens
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White Monkey King*
Our House Chinese Green is as crisp as a snow pea. The dry leaf is green and white, exhibiting its high tip content, while the liquor presents to a hue of canary yellow.
Large Cup $4.00
Small (to-go only) $3.75
Pot $8.75
Loose/oz $3.75
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Lung Ching*
Or “Dragonwell” is one of the most popular and famous of all the styles of Chinese Green Tea. The dry leaves appear to be little flat blades of grass and the flavor is reminiscent of chestnuts.
Large Cup $5.25
Small (to-go only) $5.00
Pot $10.50
Loose/oz $10.00
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Phoenix Jasmine Pearls
The Queen of Jasmine. Each ball or “pearl” of tea buds is individually hand-rolled! The perfect touch of only the finest Jasmine essence will send your senses reeling. An ethereal delight.
Large Cup $4.75
Small (to-go only) $4.50
Pot $10.00
Loose/oz $5.75
Chinese Whites
Once only reserved for the Emperor, White Teas are steamed and dried, never withered, rolled, or oxidized. Depending on the tea, White Tea is either primarily or entirely composed of tea buds as opposed to leaves. The minimal processing gives us a chance to view the closest approximation of the tea in its raw state. Due to their extremely delicate character, White Teas should be savored on their own so that the finest and faintest of their flavors can be fully enjoyed. Their whispering nature is considered the perfect tone of subtlety for meditation. Sipping on a pot of White Tea is an activity to calm the spirit and clear the mind-
Bodhidharma’s Eyelids*
A very special house blend of Organic Pai Mu Tan (White Peony Tea) and Cha Hua (Tea Flowers). Our Cha Hua hail from Jing Mai Mountain in Southern Yunnan, where the tea trees range from 800 – 1,200 years old. Every fall the tea trees blossom just before producing seeds and going into winter hibernation. Cha Hua have a floral and fruity flavor, recalling apricot or honeydew on the nose, with a subtle sweet flavor hinting of fi g. Delicious and soothing with only trace amounts of caffeine. The addition of Pai Mu Tan to these tea flowers adds body, balance and a nutty character. Enjoy this harmonious pairing any time of day or night.
Large Cup $4.50
Small (to-go only) $4.25
Pot $9.50
Loose/oz $6.25
Japanese Teas
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House Sencha
Sencha is a large family of steamed Japanese Green Teas spanning every grade from coarse to sublime. Our House Sencha is a pleasant everyday tea that is vegetal and slightly sweet. This Sencha also makes a great iced tea during the warmer months and pairs marvelously with lemongrass, ginger and all citrus.
Large Cup $4.00
Small (to-go only) $3.75
Pot $9.00
Loose/oz $3.75
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Genmaicha
A classic blend of roasted and puffed brown rice and whole leaf Japanese green tea. Toasty, nutty flavors soothes the spirit and provide nutrition.
Large Cup $3.75
Small (to-go only) $3.50
Pot $8.00
Loose/oz $3.50
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Kaiseiki Hojicha
Twigs from the first flush and leaves from later flushes are lightly roasted to bring you this slightly sweet, rich brew with flavors of chestnut and freshly baked bread. Hojicha is an excellent choice to accompany food, and in low in caffeine.
Large Cup $3.75
Small (to-go only) $3.50
Pot $7.50
Loose/oz $3.75
Pu-Erh
Pu-Erh is one of the oldest varieties of tea, originating in the Yunnan province of China, the very birthplace of tea, where the first tea plants were discovered in the wild and later cultivated. The truly unique, earthy, mineral-laden flavor of Pu-Erh belies its definitive smoothness. Pu-Erh is one of the only teas to undergo an aging process. During this process, a culture is introduced to the tea and over time enzymes develop in the tea, which are purported to be the cause of its digestive properties. It has remarkable powers for breaking up oil and fat in the digestive tract when consumed with or after a meal. Due to the minimal tannic content in Pu-Erh, it rarely becomes bitter when steeped for long periods like other teas and is intended to be steeped multiple times.-
Golden Pu-Erh*
A darker and fuller-flavored brew than the Tuocha, Golden Pu-Erh is a cooked loose-leaf Pu-Erh exhibiting an earthiness reminiscent of clay. Surprisingly smooth, this tea stands up to several steepings.
Large Cup $3.75
Small (to-go only) $3.50
Pot $8.00
Loose/oz $4.50
Scented Teas
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Earl Grey Royale
The House Blended Royale is scented with extra bergamot and is comprised of whole-leaf Indian black tea dusted with blue corn flowers for a high-quality, intoxicating Earl Grey experience.
Large Cup $4.25
Small (to-go only) $4.00
Pot $9.50
Loose/oz $5.25
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Earl Grey Honeybush
This aromatic blend was created with the desire to help friends suffering from IBS related issues. Caffeine-free honeybush lacks the tannic content of the standard Earl Grey that can irritate the digestive tract. Bergamot, the scent of Earl Grey, has amazing healing properties that benefit the intestines and kidneys as well as many other bodily functions.
Large Cup $4.25
Small (to-go only) $4.00
Pot $9.00
Loose/oz $4.00
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Lapsang Souchong
A pine-smoked Chinese Black Tea. Despite its powerful flavor, Lapsang is lower in caffeine than other black teas.
Large Cup $3.75
Small (to-go only) $3.50
Pot $8.00
Loose/oz $3.00
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Phoenix Jasmine Pearls
The Queen of Jasmine. Each ball or “pearl” of tea is individually hand-rolled! The perfect touch of only the finest Jasmine essence will send your senses reeling. An ethereal delight.
Large Cup $4.75
Small (to-go only) $4.50
Pot $10.00
Loose/oz $5.75
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Rose Congou Black
A delectable marriage of floral and earthy. Chinese black tea leaves are infused with rose essence and decorated with rose petals resulting in a harmonious blend exhibiting flavors of tobacco, cedar, and of course, rose. This blend can stand up to milk and sugar if desired.
Large Cup $3.75
Small (to-go only) $3.50
Pot $9.50
Loose/oz $3.00
Caffeine-Free Tisanes
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Vanilla Honeybush
Honeybush is a “bush tea” from South Africa and is naturally caffeine-free with a sweet honey-like flavor. A nice source of calcium, our version is flavored with genuine Bourbon vanilla and dusted with golden calendula petals. Richly aromatic, it is a delight at any time of day and can be enjoyed with or without milk or sugar.
Large Cup $3.75
Small (to-go only) $3.50
Pot $9.00
Loose/oz $3.75
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Berry Mélange
A fruity delight, the Berry Mélange is composed of blueberries, cranberries, rose hips and hibiscus. Packed full of vitamins and an excellent choice for kids and grown-ups alike!
Large Cup $3.50
Small (to-go only) $3.25
Pot $8.75
Loose/oz $3.00
Yerba Maté
A highly stimulating infusion widely consumed in Argentina, Chile, Paraguay and Brazil, Yerba Maté is traditionally drank from a cuia (cured gourd) through a bombilla (fi ltered straw.) Due to its lack of tannic content, the leaf is left in the gourd so as to allow multiple steepings and can also be brewed with cold water. The earthy, herbal fl avor steadily mellows with each subsequent steeping, though the invigorating effects are only heightened with the passing of each round. Traditionally, a gourd full of Maté is passed around a group of people many times and the straw is never used to stir the leaf inside the gourd. Popular amongst hikers in the Andes, Yerba Maté is known to increase physical endurance, curb the appetite, sharpen the mind, and assist the gallbladder in processing toxins from the body. It contains Vitamins A, B1 (Thiamine), B2 (Ribofl avin), C, E and 15 amino acids, along with a high level of antioxidants. Yerba Maté contains a signifi cant amount of Matteine which is similar to caffeine without the crash.-
Roasted Argentinean Maté*
This version of Maté is roasted to a rich chocolate hue, exhibiting aromatics of sweet tobacco and leather that lead into flavors of cacao, toffee and toasted grains. Widely popular in Brazil as a base that can be mixed with fruit juice, this is an earthy, full-bodied beverage that can be enjoyed hot, iced, and with or without milk and sweetener. A dark and mysterious diversion for the Maté lover!
Large Cup $3.50
Small (to-go only) $3.25
Gourd $7.25
Loose/oz $2.50