Tea Articles

Tasting Tea in Darjeeling
To make sure that he is stocking only the best tea in the world, Fortnum’s tea buyer has to inspect the goods at first-hand whenever possible. His latest tea-buying trip involved a long flight, 40 degrees of heat and hundreds of tea-tastings – but also an unexpected birthday cake.
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All About Tea
A brief introduction to the finer points of tea to help you choose some new and interesting leaves for your pot.
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The Infinite Pleasures of Tea
A visit to the tea counter at Fortnum & Mason is a joy for the connoisseur and a revelation to every keen drinker of tea.
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A Short History of Tea at Fortnum's
Find out how Fortnum & Mason played its part in turning an exotic Chinese drink into Britain's favourite brew.
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The Perfect Cup of Tea
Fortnum's tea expert explains the secret to brewing the perfect cup of tea.
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