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Sri Lanka to Set Up Tea Stalls Islandwide to Sell High Quality Ceylon Tea!

Ceylon Tea produced in the resplendent island nation Sri Lanka is recognized for her well balanced tasting profile by tea connoisseurs all over the globe. Before pandemic situation, tea was the 4th largest GDP contributor of this pretty island nation following expatriates, Apparel and tourism. Ten percent of Sri Lankan population is involved directly or indirectly in tea industry. So tea plays a vital role in Sri Lankan economy. But still most of the Sri Lankans are claiming that they are unable to find good quality tea in the local market. As Daily News had reported, Tea stalls will be opened island-wide sooner to make good quality fresh tea easily available to local consumers at reasonable price levels, Company Estate Reforms, Tea and Rubber Estates Related Crops Cultivation and Factories Modernization and Tea and Rubber Export Promotion State Minister Kanaka Herath mentioned.

Image Credit: Sri Lanka Tea Board

The Minister further mentioned that tea sales centers will be opened at government buildings in towns and suburbs, that will assist to minimize operating costs.

“Even though Sri Lanka has been producing quality fresh tea to the world, it is hard for local customers to buy quality tea or to taste the real taste of quality fresh tea. Tea stalls will be opened up in towns. As an outcome of this move, low quality tea will remove from the market gradually with the availability of high quality tea,” The State Minister added.

At the earlier phase, tea outlets will be opened in selected cities around the nations. Thereafter, the number of outlets will be increased, making it more convenient for local tea lovers to purchase premium quality fresh Pure Ceylon tea.

Although Sri Lanka has been a world-renowned manufacturer of quality tea for more than 150 years, Sri Lankan tea lovers find it difficult to purchase standardized, good quality fresh teas. So, this new project lets them to buy high quality Sri Lankan teas and other tea related products.

State Minister Herath instructed the Ministry officials to prepare a list of cities to set up the first tea stalls. He asked to conduct a study on State buildings or offices in these suburbs and to look into the possibility of setting up tea outlets in them.

So let’s keep an eye on how this new project progresses.

Learn More About Ceylon Tea: https://www.pureceylontea.com/

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References

Original Post: https://www.dailynews.lk/2020/11/23/local/234186/tea-stalls-be-set-countrywide

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Introducing Organic Tea-Infused Chocolate Terrazzo Tiles

Tea is a way of life in UK. Following Portuguese princess Catherine’s introduction of tea in 1660 AD, this wonderful beverage eventually became the nation’s favorite. Ultimately, tea had the honour of being the national beverage in England. With no doubt, tea provided the refreshment, stimulation, relaxation and good health for Brits to build up a massive empire. By the way, As Tea and Coffee Trade Journal had reported, Organic tea company, Teatulia, has partnered with Brik Chocolate to develop a new line of organic tea-infused chocolate terrazzo tiles and tasting experiences.

Chocolate terrazzo tiles & Teataulia Organic Tea Farm in Bangladesh
Image Credit: Brik Chocolate, Teatulia & Rate Tea

This product has been Infused with carefully selected herbs and spices, Brik handcrafts tiles with the good quality chocolate for a layered tasting experience which lets each flavour to emerge one after another. Only natural ingredients have been utilized as colourings, including spirulina and activated charcoal, both are known for their detoxifying properties.

Teatulia sources its own organic tea from Tetulia garden, Northern Bangladesh, from where the reputed company gets its name. This tea garden is the biggest employer in one of the poorest regions in the world. It pays its workers good wages and provides them with healthcare and education.

Tea and chocolate tasting boxes, that launch this week, include three bars of Brik choco, three pouches of Teatulia loose leaf tea and an infuser. The boxes can be purchased alone, or with a virtual tea and choco pairing workshop.

Teatulia will also stock Brik Drinking Chocolate, a zero-waste initiative which sees choco offcuts repurposed for the drink. 

Learn More About Teatulia: https://teatuliabar.com/

Learn More About Brik: https://brik.site/

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References

  1. Original Post: https://www.teaandcoffee.net/news/25881/teatulia-uk-collaborates-with-award-winning-chocolate-company/
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Join with Jeff Fuchs to Travel from Tea forests of South-West China Over The Himalayas to Kathmandu

Since it’s discovery by the Chinese emperor Shen Nong, tea was refreshing the man kind for generations. This 5000 year old drink eventually became the most popular beverage in the world after water. Largest tea producing nations in the world namely China and India are consuming most of their teas with in the country. The world of tea is huge. There are so many things to know and there are many things to be discovered. By the mean time, As Tea & Herbal Association of Canada have organized a webinar on Dec. 3 from 3-5 pm with Canadian explorer Jeff Fuchs who calls himself a “tea junkie,”. He is guy who got addicted to the most popular drink on earth after water.

Jeff is a true tea aficionado. Recently he was named as one of the top ten “tea influencers” in the world and his lifelong discover for the perfect cup of tea takes him on a journey along the ancient Tea Horse Road.

Image Credit: Tea & Herbal Association of Canada

Jeff Fuchs travels from the tea forests of south-west China over the Himalayas and down through the magnificent Kali Gandaki Gorge into Kathmandu (Capital of Nepal), where the old tea traders once carried their leaves to market on the backs of mules by taking a difficult route. The Tea Explorer is a grand adventure through a forgotten part of history, revealing a fascinating and hidden world of tea.

Tea education is vital for the betterment of the industry. Also I hope this will be great learning curve for tea lovers all over the globe.

WATCH FILM PREVIEW Here

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References

  1. Main Source: https://www.tea.ca/learn/education/webinars/
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Ceylon Tea Global Campaign Will be Kicked Off Shortly with The Lion logo

Ceylon Tea produced in the resplendent island nation Sri Lanka is recognized for her well balanced tasting profile by tea connoisseurs all over the globe. Before pandemic situation, tea was the 4th largest GDP contributor of this pretty island nation following expatriates, Apparel and tourism. Ten percent of Sri Lankan population is involved directly or indirectly in tea industry. So tea plays a vital role in Sri Lankan economy. By the meantime, As Sri Lanka Tea Board had reported, Sri Lankan Government will kick off Ceylon Black Tea campaign sooner with the Lion logo targeting 12 nations namely Russia, Ukraine, Japan, China, Middle Eastern nations, Australia etc.

Image Credit: Sri Lanka Tea Board

This global campaign will target special attention among the younger generation creating awareness on Ceylon Tea and her Lion logo using digital and social media, web posts Vedic clippings etc, Sri Lanka Tea Board is also going to use KOL (key opinion leaders) and influencers and few celebrities, according to Tea Board Chairman Mr. Jayampathy Molligoda.

The Chairman added further, “The policy of the Sri Lanka tea industry is to encourage value addition. However, the share of Ceylon Tea exports representing the consumer packs segment up to 03Kgs has been stagnating around 40% for the past several decades. Therefore, promoting the export of branded consumer packs from Sri Lanka is the way forward to achieve this goal. Whilst strengthening the “Nation Brand Visibility” for Ceylon Tea, providing support to the Sri Lankan own brands to reinforce themselves solidly in the consumer markets will be a prime goal,”.

The positive trend that needs to be properly understood is the underlining fact that tea consumption is not declining but it’s changing, Chairman said.
Time is opportune to promote ‘Ceylon Tea’ based on its unique selling propositions (USPs) going beyond ‘country of origin’, such as the sustainability credentials, traceability of the supply chain, wellness factors, rich heritage and premium price of Ceylon Tea. Further, the ample opportunities for employment creation by the tea industry will also support the global marketing effort under the inclusive growth model of our tea industry.

Mr. Jayampathy Molligoda, Chairman, Sri Lanka Tea Board
Image Credit: Sri Lanka Tea Board

A revitalization of the image of Ceylon Tea and vigorous promotion of Sri Lanka owned brands through a Business to Business (B to B) and Business to Consumer (B to C) Global Promotion Campaign appears to be the need of the hour, Mr. Molligoda said. Although tea consuming countries are badly affected due to the COVID 19 outbreak, it is expected that our exporters in Sri Lanka may be able to secure orders due to the above positive features associated with the Ceylon Tea. “Ceylon Tea could fetch higher prices compared to teas from other producing countries based on the above sustainable credentials, although the cost structure and productivity levels are totally disproportionate to make the industry viable, especially the producers in the short term. Thus, a strong brand promotional incentive scheme is concurrently lined up for 2021-22”, he remarked.

Learn More About Ceylon Tea: https://www.pureceylontea.com/

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References

Original Post: http://www.srilankateaboard.lk/index.php/component/k2/item/221-the-government-will-shortly-be-kicking-off-ceylon-black-tea-campaign-with-the-lion-logo

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Here Is A Bubble Tea Making Robot !

Since it’s discovery by the Chinese emperor Shen Nong, tea was refreshing the man kind for generations. This 5000 year old drink eventually became the most popular beverage in the world after water. Largest tea producing nations in the world namely China and India are consuming most of their teas with in the country. Therefore tea is not traded around the world as coffee. As a result, tea industry is way behind coffee when it comes to innovations. In fact tea professionals are following coffee innovations. By the meantime as Robotics and Automation had reported, a new firm called Bobacino has introduced its automated Bubble (Boba) Tea Bar, that utilizes a robot to make drinks for customers. (See video below.)

Video Credit: The Spoon Tech

Bobacino has launched on StartEngine, a crowdfunding platform, to target a market which it forecasts is set to hit $8.4 billion by 2024. In a time when consumers look for more customizable beverage choices made with minimal contact, the company designs a fully automated bubble tea bar equipped with multiple flavour options and fresh and organic ingredients in a standalone machine.

According to Bobacino, it brings the “unique boba tea experience” to a growing audience of boba aficionados and new enthusiasts through advanced artificial intelligence, automation and robotics.

Image Credit: Bobacino

A recent survey reveals that 44% of customers miss trying new dishes and sharing food experiences which restaurants offered prior to the pandemic. As foodservice providers are looking to retain customers, new personalized options provides a competitive advantage.

But, limited money and time to train staff and execute orders make menu expansion impossible. Major quick-service restaurant brands have been forced to trim down their menus to stay profitable amid pandemic situation.

Present global bubble tea market is worth over $5.3 billion, and it is projected to reach $8.4 billion by 2024. According to the Tea Association of the USA, 87% of American millennials drink tea, and a latest study on delivery orders revealed that brown sugar milk (bubble tea) was among the most ordered food items in USA in 2019, growing 281% from 2018.

Image Credit: Bobacino

According to a recent survey, 95% of restaurant owners said that they have experienced a significant increase in their business since they have embedded technology.

Earlier, bubble tea was made with natural tapioca, fruit juice and milk. But now at most places bubble tea was made with full of sugar and colourings. So it’s not a healthy option at all.

One might argue saying that there is nothing better than a freshly brewed tea pot with loose leaf tea. That’s quite true but technical innovations are also vital for the betterment of any industry. Therefore as tea industry professionals we should have strategies to attract innovative people to the industry. This innovation is quite interesting, is’t it ?

Image Credit: Bobacino

Learn More About Bobacino: https://www.bobacino.co/

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References

  1. Main Source: https://roboticsandautomationnews.com/2020/11/19/bobacino-launches-robotic-tea-bar/38338/
  2. Bobacino’s offical website: https://www.bobacino.co/
  3. More Info: https://thespoon.tech/meet-bobacino-the-boba-tea-making-robot/
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English Tea Brand teapigs releases winter 2020 offerings

Tea is a way of life in UK. Following Portuguese princess Catherine’s introduction of tea in 1660 AD, this wonderful beverage eventually became the nation’s favorite. Ultimately, tea had the honour of being the national beverage in England. With no doubt, tea provided the refreshment, stimulation, relaxation and good health for Brits to build up a massive empire. By the way, as Tea & Coffee Trade Journal had reported, renowned English tea brand teapigs has introduced its latest winter offerings, that include the return of its advent calendar, limited edition teas and new gift sets.

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Image Credit: Tea & Coffee Trade Journal

1. Limited edition winter teas

Louise Cheadle, teapigs co-founder and tea taster said “Offering seasonal specials encourages people to try something new on a weekly or monthly basis and shows a vibrancy in your menu which will please customers,”. Cheadle added further, “These super tasty, naturally caffeine free festive blends are perfect winter warmers to add to your menu or shelves. Be transported to a German Christmas market with our take on glühwein – packed with warming fruit & spices synonymous with mulled wine. Or enjoy a blend of sweet pears, warming spices and a great big dollop of festive feels, get ready to initiate full-on hibernation mode with spiced pear – our ultimate winter warmer. Alternatively our super zesty chocolate orange is a flavour known all over the world and makes for a full-on velvety cuppa.”

The winter teas have an RRP of £3.99 for 10 tea temples per box/6 boxes per case.

2. Tea advent calendar

teapigs tea advent calendar is the most requested item in teapigs history, that is why this product is making a return this year.

“We’ve seen a big boom in premium advent calendars in the luxury goods industry over the last couple of years and based on the success of last year’s teapigs calendar we just had to make another one,” mentions Cheadle. “‘24 days of teapigs’ allows tea lovers to don their tea tasting hat, and slurp their way through a new blend every morning in the run up to the big day. As well as some old favourites, you’ll also get the chance to try out more of our unique blends and discover our new range of feel-good teas. We’ve even thrown in a super special treat for you to enjoy on Christmas Eve.”

The 2020 teapigs advent calendar has new design and an RRP of £29.99, with 24 teas in total.

3. Brand new gift sets

A ‘loose leaf set’ complete with two packs of organic loose leaf tea and an infuser, and an ‘everyday essentials set’, featuring a pack of their signature everyday brew, a mug, and a pocket size ‘emergency tea stash’ tin to make sure tea fans can always have a decent cup of tea on the go.

RRP £19.95 4 gift sets (same style) per case.

Learn More About teapigs: https://www.teapigs.co.uk/

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References

  1. Main Source: https://www.teaandcoffee.net/news/25753/teapigs-releases-winter-2020-offerings/
  2. Company Website: https://www.teapigs.co.uk/
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A Rare Assam Tea Sold For Record Price At The Guwahati Tea Auction

Tea was first discovered by the Chinese emperor Shen Nong way back in 2732 B.C. But Assam region in India is also considered as an origin of tea based on historic evidences. Tea is native to Assam & It is a way of life in India. By the way, As India.com had reported, a rare Assam tea variety was sold at a record price of Rs 75,000 (USD 1004) per kg at the Guwahati Tea Auction Centre (GTAC) on Thursday. This speciality premium tea, known as Manohari Gold Tea, is manufactured by the Manohari Tea Estate in upper Assam’s Dibrugarh district.

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The previous record was also set by the same garden mark of tea at Rs 50,000 (USD 671) per kg by the same tea garden last year now breaking their own record, he added.

According to Mr. Rajan Lohia, director of Manohari Tea Estate in eastern Assam’s Dibrugarh this special tea is produced from the finest second flush colonel tea buds, which are hand plucked only during the dawn.

“They are plucked only during dawn to avoid exposure to sunlight. It offers aromatic, full-bodied and bright yellowish malty liquor,” Mr. Lohia mentioned.

This speciality tea was auctioned by Contemporary Brokers Private Limited and bought by Guwahati-based tea trader Vishnu Tea Company, Secretary of Guwahati Tea Auction Buyers’ Association, Dinesh Bihani said.

The Guwahati Tea Auction Buyers’ Association secretary added further, “This is a great achievement amidst global pandemic when the entire world is affected. Manohari Tea Estate has made extra effort to produce this speciality tea in the month of September and sent it to GTAC for sale”

“Tea with Nipun” would like to take this opportunity to Congratulate Manohari Tea Estate for Their Great Achievement ! & Wish Them All The Very Best & Success !

This Special Tea Will Be Available Soon @ 9amtea.com for Online Purchasing !

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References

  1. Main Source: https://www.india.com/viral/rare-assam-tea-sells-for-record-price-of-rs-75000-per-kg-know-whats-special-about-it-4191208/amp/
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Heritance Tea Factory Hotel Reopened for Guests

Tea was first grown commercially in Sri Lanka (Ceylon) by the Scottish planter James Taylor in 1867. Eventually Ceylon Tea became one of the finest tasting teas in the world thanks to her overall, well balanced tasting profile with ideal strength, body, aroma and flavour. Tea lovers from all over the globe grabbed Ceylon Tea with both hands. Before pandemic, tourism was the 3rd largest GDP contributor to Sri Lankan economy. Heritance Tea Factory hotel owned by reputed Aitken Spence group follows the concept of tea tourism. By the meantime, As The Island had reported, Heritance Tea Factory hotel welcomed back guests on 1st October 2020 to its unique hillside property, the only one of its kind in Nuwara Eliya.

Nuwara Eliya is well known as ‘Little England’ for the serene vistas and colonial-style town that resonates the British era.

Image Credit: Best of Lanka

About Heritance Tea Factory hotel

The hallmark concept of a 19th century tea factory converted to a unique resort is reflected throughout the stay with the quaint décor and cozy ambience. The hotel is situated on Upper Lake Road, is located 14 kilometers away from Nuwara Eliya toen. The Hotel is within close distance to waterfalls, Hakgala botanical garden, parks, and pristine natural forests. The nearest train station is also 21 kilometers away. This ideal location provides guests with a great chance to experience a wide variety of outdoor recreational activities. The rooms are decorated with a tropical theme which perfectly captures the ambiance of the surrounding scenery. The on-site, garden-view restaurant serves local, Western, and Asian food and is complemented by a soothing full bar.

I am quite certain that all the tea lovers would love to visit this wonderful place someday after this pandemic situation settled down.

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References

  1. Main Source: https://island.lk/aitken-spence-hotels-reopens-heritance-tea-factory/
  2. Company Website: https://www.heritancehotels.com/teafactory/
  3. More Info: https://www.agoda.com/heritance-tea-factory/hotel/nuwara-eliya-lk.html?cid=1844104
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US Tea Brand Celestial Seasonings Goes Bold for Generation Z (Born in 1995-2010)

Even though USA is a coffee dominating market, tea is slowly gaining in popularity thanks to health and wellness trend specially among younger generation. Credit should also go to legends like Steven Smith and David Walker for making specialty tea popular in an era when the US hardly had any good tea to consume. By the mean time, as Packaging World had reported, Colorado based renowned tea Brand Celestial Seasonings has decided to go Bold for Generation Z (people born in 1995-2010).

Before (left) and after images of Celestial Seasonings’ Authentic Green Tea packaging shows move to bolder graphics and less text.
Image Credit: Packaging World

Celestial Seasonings’ latest line of Energy and Probiotics teas is currently entering store shelves, with graphics that brim with energy and intrigue. These latest designs were created by brand strategy and design firm CBX, that also updated brands’ core green and black teas to pique the interest of the younger tea drinking crowd.

For the new SKUs, design firm has included a new visual language to communicate product benefits at a glance while staying true to the classic Celestial Seasonings roots. CBX used clever and inspiring category codes from the functional beverages and wellness categories to inform themes and symbology on the new packs

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Image Credit: Packaging World

The language carries over to the core teas, with an emphasis on symbol, iconic places, and nostalgic moments. CBX designed bold, posterized illustrations for both black & green Tea lines: a mystical Chinese dragon, a fist clutching a lightning bolt, and a palm cradling the sun.

“Functional foods and enhanced beverages are really important to Generation Z, and it’s not just about health and performance,” says Audra Nebolini, an associate creative director based in CBX’s New York office. “Younger consumers are keenly interested in the way tea affects their energy level and overall mood. Celestial Seasonings’ new packaging tells that story in bold, eye-catching ways. It’s a refreshing take for the tea aisle, which can sometimes feel a bit dated.”

More About Celestial Seasonings: http://www.celestialseasonings.com/

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References

  1. Main Source: https://www.packworld.com/design/package-design/article/21196812/celestial-seasonings-goes-bold-for-gen-z
  2. More Info: https://www.foodprocessing.com/industrynews/2020/celestial-seasonings-functional-tea-packaging/
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Webinar: Plantations “Tea” & Vineyards

Tea is the most popular beverage in the world after water. But still education plays a vital role in making this wonderful beverage popular. It’s a medium / long term process. Other beverage industries like Coffee, wine etc are way in-front of tea when it comes to education. By the mean time, as Eventbrite had reported, there gonna be a special webinar called “Plantations & Vineyards”, Saying tea and wine are similar is one thing, but understanding it is another. Tea & Herbal Association of Canada president Ms. Shabnam Weber and Master Wine Sommelier Mr. James Tidwell will be in a discussion about what the statement ‘tea and wine have so much in common’ actually means. Here, you will have the pleasure of learning about terroir, flavour profiles and pairings.

Image Credit: Eventbrite

About Speakers:

Shabnam Weber has spent the last 20 years in her own tea business. As the owner of a specialty tea firm, a tea school and a Director on the Board of the Tea and Herbal Association of Canada, she has a unique perspective on multiple angles of the tea business. She is the author of Tea & Herbal Association of Canada’s well known and recognized Tea Sommelier programme and a big driver in both consumer and industry education. She values the diversity offered by all parts of the tea industry, both in Canada and beyond and focuses always on the bigger picture. Shabnam is a graduate of the University of Toronto with an Honours degree in Political Science and she also has got a post-graduate diploma in Psychology.

James Tidwell is a Master Wine Taster & Sommelier and the Co-Owner and Producer of the TEXSOM International Wine Awards. In addition to his work with TEXSOM, Tidwell is the Master Sommelier at the Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts. Thanks in large part to Tidwell’s management, the hotel has been nominated five times for a James Beard Foundation Award for Outstanding Beverage Program.

I have not intention to encourage you to consume more wine, but there are so many marketing and educational tricks we can learn / grab from wine industry. So I believe this would be a great learning curve for my dear tea lovers.

Click here… for registration

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References

  1. Main Source: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/plantations-vineyards-registration-126088202207
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