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We are happy to offer the discerning tea drinker the highest quality loose leaf teas imported from the major tea-growing regions of the world. Most of the teas listed are packaged at The Sundial in 4 oz and 2 oz tins, but the amount of tea in each container may vary according to leaf size — 3 oz or 1.5 oz). In addition, we also offer several fine teas packaged by Grace Tea Company (NYC) and Kousmichoff (Paris). Let us know if you need more information on any particular tea. Thank you.

Tea List

Please select from the following list:

Note: Tea prices fluctuate with the market, so our
prices are subject to change without notice.
We will try, nonetheless, to keep costs as low as possible.

TEA PRICES UPDATED as new shipments arrive (usually monthly)

White Tea

Green Tea

Yellow Tea

Pouchongs

Oolongs

Black Tea

Scented Green Tea

Scented Black Tea

Blended Tea

Been-Cha Cake Teas
Been-Cha Pu-Erh Cake Tea

Fine Teas from Grace Rare Tea Company,

Fine Teas from Kousmichoff Tea Company, Paris

A Description of Each Tea Offered by the Sundial
(text in progress)

Yixing Teapot information
How to prepare tea in Yixing teapots

WHITE TEA

DESCRIPTION OF WHITE TEA

Size / Price

Size / Price

SILVER NEEDLES
A very special, rare white tea for the connoisseur

#WT112
2 oz.
$21.95

#WT112S
1 oz.
$11.95

SILVER NEEDLES / SCENTED WITH JASMINE
A very rare, delicate gently scented tea

#WT113
2 oz.
$23.95

#WT113S
1 oz.
$12.95

SILVER MOON
A very special Artisan Tea - hand processed - 9 ball-shaped units

hand-processed as a "blooming" artisan white tea (hui fa cha), and created to engage all the senses. The basic 1-inch size balls (approx) is secured by a silk string which holds the slender leafbuds in place. During steeping, they open to reveal blossoms hidden within. This tea features jasmine flowers floating above a chrysanthemum—all attached to the base. There is no predominant jasmine aroma, just a subtle bouquet of exquisite floral notes.

#WT115
9 pieces
$17.95

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YELLOW TEA (NEW)

DESCRIPTION OF YELLOW TEA

Size / Price

Size / Price

SPARROW TONGUE
A very special, rare yellow tea for the connoisseur!
(more info to come)

#YT111
2 oz.
$19.95

#YT111S
1 oz.
$11.95

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BEEN CHA CAKE TEAS / PU-ERH TEA

All organic, pressed into 5 inch round disks.
From ancient tea trees. Very Special and in very limited supply.

Size / Price

SHOU PU (Dark Pu-Erh Been Cha)
A Wo Dui 'cooked style' Pu-erh.
'Wo' means wet, and 'Dui' translates as 'stacked' or 'piled in layers-- which describes the curing process. Rich, dark earthy brew with a very smooth taste. 100% Organic.

BC101
5.3 oz
150 g
$52.95

DIAN HONG (Black Been Cha)
'Dian' is the name of the ancient tea-growing region in China, while
'Hong' means 'red' (the Chinese term for what we call 'black tea'.)
A slightly sweet, earthy yet smooth brew with a gentle fragrance. 100% organic.

BC102
5.3 oz
150 g
$46.95

PU-ERH TEA
Rice Pu-Erh
A perfect union of tealeaves from Cangyuan, Yunnan Province, China, and toasted rice from Japan. This union results into a dark smooth brew, earthy and rich, embellished with umami notes of rice. Can be enjoyed throughout the day -- a nourishing drink which may be taken with or without food.

PU201
4 oz
$13.95

PU201S
2 oz
$7.65

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GREEN TEA

NOTE: This symbol represents, in stylized form, two leaves and a bud of the tea plant. Most fine, loose teas are composed of this hand-picked selection.

Back in stock! LUNG CHING Special Harvest /
(Dragonwell)
#GT103
4 oz
$21.95

#GT103S 2 oz $11.95

LUNG CHING / QING MING / (Dragonwell)
From China's original Lung Ching plantation at Mei Jia Wu (Hangzhou). Qing Ming means "clear and bright," marking not only springtime just before the rain when harvesting takes place (from Mar. 25-April 5) but also describes the taste: cooling and refreshing.
#GT102
4 oz
$21.95

#GT102S
2 oz
$11.95

DAFANG. From Zhejiang Province, China -- named after a celebrated teamaster and monk who lived in the 16th century during the Ming Dynasty. Dafang developed the technique of hand-pressed green tea. This delightful tea is cooling, refreshing and restorative, similar to its modern counterpart, Lung Ching (Dragonwell).
#GT133
3 oz
$19.95

#GT133S
1.5 oz
$11.95

DUJUN MAO JIAN From China's Guizhou Province. Dujun Mao Jian means one leaf and one leafbud picked in early spring. this special green tea, with its long, narrow, flat "hairpoint" leaves need skillfull hands for the processing. The pale golden-green liquor brews into a clear refreshing beverage—creamy and mild with a pleasant lingering aftertaste. Directions and temperature included on each tea tin label.
#GT104
3 oz
$14.95

#GT104S
1.5 oz
$8.25

MELON SEED, PREMIUM (Exclusive Import to Sundial Gardens!)
One of China's most celebrated green teas, from Western Anhui Province. .
Delightful, rich aroma due to a special drying process. Very special!
#GT105
3 oz
$32.95

#GT105S
1.5 oz
$16.95

GYOKURO (Premium and very limited)
A rare, competition-grade tea from Japan. One size only (1.7 oz)
Sorry, out of stock
#GT111
1.7 oz.

MING MEI
From Jiangxi Province, China. Ming (fine) and Mei (eyebrow) award winning tea, consists of leaftbuds tightly rolled for uniform appearance, yeilding a mellow flavor.Sorry, out of stock
#GT112
3 oz.

out of stock

#GT112S 1.5 oz.

out of stock

PI LO CHUN (Green Snail Spring)
From Jiangsu Province, China. Harvested during spring equinox with fruit tree in full bloom. Spiral-shaped handrolled leaves deliver a most delicate, unique aroma.
#GT115
4 oz.
$24.95

#GT115S
2 oz
$13.95

TAI PING HOU KUI Green Tea
From Anhui Province, China. A very special green tea, harvested only in early spring mornings when the mist ensures a particularly delicate taste and freshness.
#GT118
2 oz.
Out of stock.

#GT118S
1 oz.
Out of stock.

LU SHAN MOUNTAIN MIST. An extremely rare and delicate fine green tea.(detailed description to follow shortly)
#GT121
4 oz
out of stock

#GT121S
2 oz
out of stock

HOUJICHA. From Japan, a roasted premium green tea often chosen to accompany a meal. Low in caffeine yet soothing on the digestive system, this "first flush" spring harvest tea consists of both leaves and stems. To fully release the rich, mild flavor, use one generous teaspoon of tea leaves per cup and steep in water below boiling (180°F) for 2 minutes. Directions also included on tea tin label.
#GT123
3 oz
$14.95
out of stock

#GT123S
1.5 oz
$8.25
out of stock

JADE FIRE DRAGON also known as Huo Qing (Fire Jade) is a skillfully wok-fired green tea with leaves hand-rolled into small dark green shiny pellets. When brewed, Jade Fire Dragon pellets unfurl to release a brisk flavor with subtle notes of fresh pine cones and wild orchids.
#GT124
4 oz
$23.95

#GT124S
2 oz
$12.95

SAN XIA, also known as Mist on the Three Gorges, from Hubei Province, China. The super fine stylish leaves produce a beverage which is delicately sweet, smooth and complex –delighting even the most discerning "tea sommelier."
#GT125
4 oz
$17.95

#GT125S
2 oz
$9.50

ANCIENT TREE EMERALD SPROUTING, a rare green tea from the old growth forests of China's Yunnan Province. These wild growing tea trees, some ranging in age from 800-1.000 years provide the source for this hand harvested tea. Only the choicest leaves are included by selecting one leaf and one leafbud in the classic Mao Feng style. Mild and well balanced, refreshing and slightly aromatic this tea produces a most satisfying taste with notes of wild flowers and toased pine nuts.
#GT126
3 oz
$16.95
out of stock

#GT126S
1.5 oz
$8.95
out of stock

BANCHA. This green tea represents an integral part of Japanese culture, being the choice to enhance daily living. An autumnal harvest tea, displaying large mature leaves and twigs which release a light golden liquor. Known for many health benefits in Asian medicine, including low caffeine levels, Bancha is often chosen to accompany a meal. A refreshing beverage with a rich mouth-feel followed by a toasty finish. out of stock
#GT127
4 oz
$8.95

#GT127S
2 oz
$6.50

SNOW DRAGON . . . a high-mountain tea grown in a pollution-free environment in the Zhejian Province of China. The silvery-green budsets with their velvety appearance are picked in early spring. Carefully wok-fired and flattened by hand during the drying process, the tea leaves take on their final shape. This is a gentle green tea similar in character to a white tea, with a delicate sweet flavor and subtle toasted notes.
#GT128
3 oz
$16.95

#GT128S
1.5 oz
$8.95

RIVER & CLOUD GREEN NEEDLES from Jiangxi Province, China. . . a high-elevation tea picked in early spring from teagardens situated on terraced mountain slopes where small streams and heavy mist provide ideal growing conditions. The slender, well-shaped leaves and silver leaf-buds indicate careful hand processing. This tea has a smooth mouth feel, a refreshing note, and a complex aroma extending into a sweet nutty finish.
#GT129
4 oz
$21.95

#GT129S
2 oz
$11.95

ANJI WHITE MOUNTAIN MIST . . . this is a GREEN TEA from the northern slope of Mt. Tianmu. When steeped the leaves take on an almost white, jade-like transparency marked by a distinct darker central vein. From a relatively new Camellia stain, this spring harvest displays all the qualities of a historic Tribute tea. The exceptional taste profile is due in part to careful plucking and repeated hand sorting. (Each pound consists of approximately 30.000 budsets!). Refeshing and smooth with a rich mouthfeel and lingering pleaant aftertaste, this tea will yield a second infusion.
#GT130
2.5 oz
$27.95

#GT130S
1.25 oz
$14.95

TIANMU QING DING . . .A high elevation cloud and mist tea from China's Zhejiang Province. With dark green slender leaves and budsets, this special tea is totally hand-processed. When brewed, the pale yellow infusion offers a fine well developed taste profile. . . sweet and refreshing due to a supportive terroir (location and growing conditions).
#GT131
3 oz
$16.95

#GT131S
1.5 oz
$8.95

JADE SPIRAL TIPS . . .from Taiwan, sometimes compared to China Pi Lo Chun as a quality endorsement by the tea Trade. However, this exceptional green tea does not need any additional stamp of approval! Made from one of the high mountain cultivars usually reserved for Oolong, this tea displays small, wiry slightly twisted green leaves, and produces a golden liquor with a rich, velvety taste profile not often found in green tea.
#GT132
3 oz
$21.95

#GT132S
1.5 oz
$11.95

Classic HUANG SHAN MAO FENG. . .
one of China's most celebrated cloud & mist teas from Anhui Province, totally hand processed. Huang Shan or Yellow Mountain, a famous sight in China, describes the location of the tea garden, and mao feng describes the leaf style–two slender equal sized leaves and one leafbud. This tea, taken as a warm drink provides an all ecompassing gentle taste profile and, when slightly cooler, sweet notes become more evident.
#GT134
3 oz
$16.95

#GT134S
1.5 oz
$8.95

NEW PINHEAD GUNPOWDER , A Wuyuan Classic, with tiny handrolled pellet-shaped leaves...one of the earliest China export teas to reach Europe. It is said that a clerk in an English teashop compared the small nuggets to "gunpowder" as they tumbled noisily into a teaot and unfurled suddenly when hot water was added! The tightly rolled leaves keep their freshness even when stored for long periods. With a robust nutty flavor this tea may be served as is or with fresh mint—Moroccan style.
#GT135
4 oz
$8.95

#GT135S
2 oz
$6.50

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POUCHONGS

DESCRIPTION OF POUCHONG TEA

Size / Price

FORMOSA JADE POUCHONG

PT112
2.5 oz
$15.95

PT112S
1.25 oz
$8.25

WENSHAN BAOZHONG POUCHONG

from Ping Lin, the famous Wen Mountain tea district of Taipei country, northern Taiwan -- totally hand processed. Grown on 3 acres at 5, 500 ft., this tea garden marks the spot where tea master Chen perfected his craft over a period of more than 30 years. The result is a "green oolong" or "pouchong" with only 15% oxidation.
When this tea is brewed it releases a golden liquor color and a delicate flavor with multiple sweet floral notes, followed by a smooth, creamy aftertaste. Out of stock

PT114
2.5 oz
$16.95

Out of Stock

PT114S
1 oz
$8.95

Out of Stock

BAOZHONG SPECIAL HARVEST POUCHONG

PT115
2.5 oz
$15.95

PT115S
1.25 oz
$8.25

MING JIANG BERGAMOT
from a small tea garden in Nantou, Central Taiwan. . .The tea leaves ar processed as a Bao Zhong, which represents a sub-catagory of Oolong teas with only light oxidization. Enhanced with natural bergamot oil, as in traditional Earl Grey tea, this version, with its refreshing citrus taste, may be enjoyed hot or cold.

PT116
2.5 oz
$13.95

PT116S
1.25 oz
$7.65

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OOLONGS

ANXI GOLD, Ti Kwan Yin

#FO101
4 oz.
$21.95

#FO101S
2 oz.
$11.95

New! BUDDHA'S HAND
introduced to Taiwan from China over 300 years ago. Cultivated today in a small tea garden near Pinglin, Wenshan, Taiwan. The leaves of this rare varital are processed similarly to a Baochong for a rich bouquet and a mellow aftertaste.

#FO122
2.5 oz.
$27.95

#FO122S
1.25 oz.
$14.95

FORMOSA OOLONG, Superior White-Tip

#FO102
3 oz.
$16.95

#FO102S
1.5 oz.
$8.95

FORMOSA JADE OOLONG

#FO103
4 oz.
$21.95

#FO103S
2 oz.
$11.95

RED HOOD OOLONG

#FO105
3 oz
$27.95

#FO105S 1.5 oz
$14.95

GOLDEN XUAN OOLONG

#FO106
4 oz.
$21.95
Out of stock

#FO106S
2 oz.
$11.95
Out of stock

BLUE SPR ING OOLONG

#FO107
4 oz.
$17.95

#FO107S
2 oz.
$9.50

OSMANTHUS OOLONG BLEND (Superior)

#FO108
4 oz.
$13.95

#FO108S
2 oz.
$7.65

WATER SPIRIT OOLONG

#FO109
3 oz.
$14.95

#FO109S
1.5 oz.
$8.25

NILGIRI OOLONG
Burnside Estate

#FO110
3 oz.
$13.95

#FO110S
1.5 oz.
$7.65

DRAGON THUNDER OOLONG, Silver Tip
Rohini Estate, India

#FO111
4 oz.
$23.95

#FO111S
2 oz.
$12.95

IMPERIAL VELVET OOLONG
A very special oolong from China's Wuji Shan region of Fujian Province.

#FO112
4 oz.
$29.95

#FO112S
2 oz.
$15.95

TUNG TING OOLONG, Frozen Peak

#FO113
4 oz.
$23.95

#FO113S
2 oz.
$12.95

BAI HAO OOLONG, Taiwan

#FO114
3 oz.
$16.95

#FO114S
1.5 oz.
$8.95

PHOENIX MOUNTAIN OOLONG
This special harvest Oolong, named after the location of the tea garden, represents one of the world's most celebrated teas. With the help of ladders, tea leaves are hand picked from century-old single-trunk trees dating back to China's Sung Dynasty (960-1279). Rare and unrivaled, this royal Oolong produces a rich, flavorful liquor with a long, mellow finish

#FO116
2.5 oz.
$14.95

#FO116S
1.25 oz.
$8.25

ROHINI SILVER TIP OOLONG, Special Harvest
From the Darjeeling region of India and grown at elevations over 4,000 feet (in the foothills of the Himalayas). Extraordinary and rare, this tea combines the best flavor profiles found in either Darjeeling Blacks or Oolongs. With its rich amber liquor, smooth mouthfeel and extended toasty aftertaste, this tea may be enjoyed at any meal. Directions and brewing temperatures included with each tea tin.

#FO117
3 oz.
$24.95

#FO117S
1.5 oz.
$13.95

CHINA BAI HAO OOLONG
This fine oolong tea represents a tea tradition which began in Fujian Province, travelled to Taiwan, only to return again to its place of origin for a final touch of perfection. The unique tippy leaves display multi-colored highlights ranging from silver-white to dark greyish-green.
When brewed the amber liquor releases a rich bouquet of taste notes, an exceptional mouthfeel, and lingering mellow aroma.Out of Stock

#FO118
3 oz.
$27.95
Out of Stock

#FO118S
1.5 oz.
$14.25
Out of Stock

LI SHAN OOLONG, SPECIAL RESERVE
This is a Gao shan cha, a rare high mountain tea from Taiwan, grown at elevations over 7000 feet. Crops depend on weather conditions at time of harvest, making this offering a truly exceptional gift of nature perfected by skillful hands during picking and processing. The bright golden-yellow liquor with subtle floral notes will continue to engage the entire palate through multiple infusions.
A truly extra special rare tea for the connoisseur!

#FO119
4 oz.
$53.95

#FO119S
2 oz.
$27.95

DA HONG PAO OOLONG,
from Wuyi Mountains of China's Fujian Province, also known as Royal Red Robe. Today's cultlivated teaplants carry the imprint of ancient root stock. Totally hand-processed with large dark leaves and oxidized to about 80%, this Oolong provides a rich taste profile -- winey and chocolaely -- followed by a long, mellow finish.

#FO120
2.5 oz.
$24.95

#FO120S
1.25 oz.
$13.95

HONEY DAN CHONG
. . . a rare single grove Phoenix Mountain tea believed to have been a tribute tea during the Song Dynasty (960-1279). Totally hand-processed, this Oolong tea provides a rich well-balanced taste profile with a long extended mellow aftertaste, even after multiple infusions.

#FO123
2.5 oz.
$31.95

#FO123S
1.25 oz.
$16.95

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BLACK TEA

DESCRIPTION

Size / Price

GOLDEN YUNNAN, Special Harvest
Grown from ancient root stock a elevatons of more than 2000 feet --from Yunnan, China's oldest tea-growing region.
Tippy, plump budsets and soft leaves seem cast in hues of gold.
Yields a slight honey-like flavor. Use one teaspoon tea leaves per cup,and steep for 3 minutes.

BT101
3 oz
$24.95

BT101S
1.5 oz
$13.95

CHINA YUNNAN BLACK, GOLD TIP (rare)
A very fine, very rare smooth black tea from the Yunnan region of China. Tea leaves have a light, golden tip.

BT102
4 oz
21.95

BT102S
2 oz
11.95

CHINA YUNNAN BLACK
One of our first black teas, and still very popular. A smooth, elegant well-balanced tea for all occasions, from the oldest tea-growing region of China.

BT103
4 oz
$8.95

BT103S
2 oz.
$6.50

ROYAL YUNNAN
Also known as Golden Monkey, this fine balck tea displays all the traits of a well-made superior tea composed entirely of tender bud-sets and leaf tips. During the processing of this tea, natural aromatic compounds are activated, creating a rich flavor profile described as clean, nutty, sweet, malty, creamy and smooth, with hardly any astringency.
To brew, use one teaspoon of tea leaves per cup in water cose to boiling (205°F) and steep for approximately 3 minutes.

BT104
4 oz
$21.95

BT104S
2 oz
$11.95

DARJEELING
Second Flush, Pussimbing Estate, Select. From India.
A special black tea grown in the foothills of the Himalayan mountains above 6,000 feet. Here cooler temperatures prevail resulting in slower plant growth, thereby incrasing leaf quality. This special harvest displays all the desirable featues. . . a well-rounded aroma with a classic muscatel flavor and a
mellow after tasste.

BT116
3 oz.
$29.95

BT116S
1.5 oz.
$15.95

DARJEELING
Second Flush, Makabari Estate (organic) India
This delightful black tea is made from new growth tips duing the summer and is less astringent than the 1st flush spring harvest. An award-winning tea with a full bodied amber liquor and rich aroma reminiscent of ripe Muscatel with floral notes -- a tea to engage all the senses!

BT117
4 oz.
$17.95

BT117S
4 oz.
$9.50

NEW OFFERING! DARJEELING
Second Flush Select, Tumsong Estate
This tea comes from India's Tumsong Estate where it thrives along steep hillsides of elevations up to 5,500 feet. Here cooling winds from snowy mountain peaks slow plant growth, thus reducing leafsize and allowing more nutrients to be absorbed from the soil. When brewed, leaves and leafbuds will release these natural aroma-compounds to enhance the overall cup character with a rich, nectar-like flavor and muscatel notes.

BT127
3 oz.
$29.95

BT127
1.5 oz.
$15.95

CEYLON TEA, SILVER STRIPE
Galaboda Estate
This tea from Akuressa, the south-western coastal region of Sri Lanka, demonstates that not all notable teas have to be grown in high elevation settings. Here a microclimate dicatates aroma and liquor while special processing in small batches assures quality. Leaves are hand-picked and rolled inward to expose the light colored center vein. giving this tea its unique appearance. Full-bodied in character with a balanced, gentle taste– a tea for any occasion.

BT106
4 oz.
$13.95

BT106S
2 oz.
$7.65

CEYLON TEA
Kenilworth Estate, OP
From the Highlands of Sri Lanka, including sections of the districts of Kandy and Dimbula. Here tea gardens flourish up to 5,000 feet, nurtured by rich tropical soil. Harvesting takes place during the dry season (January-March) when cool, crisp air and bright sunshine shape the cup-character of this tea. The extra long, elegantly shaped leaves prouce a rich, flavorful drink with a pleasant well-rounded aftertaste—suitable for any occasion.

BT107
4 oz.
$8.95

BT107S
2 oz.
$6.50

CEYLON TEA
Vithanakanda Estate, SFTGFOP-1
This rare black tea comes from the Ratnapura region of Sri Lanka, and produces a beautiful liquor. The stylish extra long tippy leaves yield a sweet aroma and a rich mellow taste.
A very specal tea. Use one teaspoon of tea leaves per cup of water at 203°F, and steep for 3-4 minutes.

BT122
4 oz.
$13.95

BT122S
2 oz.
$7.65

CEYLON TEA
Pettiagalla Estate
This fine Ceylon black tea comes to us from the Highlands of Sri Lanka, a region which includes sections of the districts of Kandy and Dimbula. Tea gardens flourish up to 5,000 feet, nurtured by rich tropical soil. The harvesting takes place druing the dry season (from January to March) when cool, crisp air and bright sunshine shape the specal cup-character of this tea. Extra long, elegantly stylish leaves produce a rich, flavorful drink with a pleasant well-rounded aftertase—a tea suitable for any occasion

BT123
4 oz.
$13.95

BT123S
2 oz.
$7.65

NEW OFFERING! CEYLON LUMBINI,
from the Balangoda Planting Disrict, carries the name of the estate and represents one of the finest black teas Sri Lanka has to offer. The teagarden, located near the Sinharaja Forest Reserve, thrives under ideal growing conditions fully protected from strong southwestern monsoon winds. The expertly crafted leaves, interspersed with silvertips, Produce a delectable cup of tea—smooth, elegant from beginning to finish, with subtle notes of caramel.

BT129
4 oz.
$21.95

BT129S
2 oz.
$11.95

NILGIRI , Corsley Estate, TGFOP
From the Blue Mountain regiion of southern India.
This tea delivers a rich, well-rounded bouquet with superb cup-character.

BT108
4 oz.
$13.95

BT108S
2 oz.
$7.65

NILGIRI , Tiger Hill Estate FOP
Situated in the Blue Mountains of southern India, where tea plants thrive at elevations of 4,500 feet under ideal growing conditions. A top grade FOP tea with a bright, flavorful liquor and smooth finish.Out of stock.

BT118
4 oz.
$8.95

Out of stock.

BT118S
2 oz.
$6.50

Out of stock.

KEEMUN HAO YA---'A'
Grown at high elevations in Qi Men county where it is untouched by pollution, this tea was at first affordable only to European royalty and the wealthy a century ago. The masterfully processed leaves represent the finest of the Congou teas. Black teas are known as Red teas in China, including this special Keemun with its superb mellow taste and complex orchid-like aroma.

BT109
4 oz.
$21.95

BT109S
2 oz.
$11.95

KEEMUN MAO FENG
The most famous of China's Keemun teas, enjoyed for its orchid-like aroma, brilliant liquor and refreshing taste. A true tea classic.

BT110
4 oz.
$18.95

BT110S
2 oz.
$9.95

IMPERIAL KEEMUN Special Reserve
Only available in 2 oz size only.

BT112
2 oz.
$32.95

ASSAM SUPERB TIPPY, Mangalam Estate, India
An exceptional black tea from Assam, India's oldest tea-growing region located on a high plateau in th Brahmaputra river valley, with the Himalayan Foot Hills to the north. A tea with a full-body, well-rounded and flavorful taste, and a deep rich liquor -- suitable with just about any menu (either breakfast, lunch or afternoon).

BT119
4 oz.
$17.95

BT119S
2 oz.
$9.50

GOLDEN TIP ASSAM, Gosaibari Estate) to come

MAO ZHEN, Black Needles,
a tea made from a strain of special broad-leafed tea plants indigenous to China's Yunnan Province. This region is known for some of China's oldest tea trees, some with a recorded history of tea culture dating back to more than 1,700 years.
The leaves of Mao Zhen black tea with their stylish shaped and long wavy golden tips, produce a well-balanced rich liquor enhanced by a smooth extended afertaste.

BT120
4 oz.
$13.95

BT120S
2 oz.
$7.65

MONKEY-PICKED China Black
This superb black tea is from Nanping county, a special region of China's Fujian Province where ideal growing conditions exist. Long ago, steep cliffs made harvesting almost impossible, so monkeys were trained to pick the leaf buds. Today skilled human hands perform the harvest of this rare tea with its deep golden brown liquor. OUT OF STOCK

BT113
4 oz.
$18.95
Out of stock.

BT113S
2 oz.
$9.95
Out of stock.

CHINA DRAGON BLACK,
with its Keemun-style leaves, is produced at the famous Dragonwell plantation in Hangzhou, China, once capital and cultural center of the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279). This exceptional hand-processed black tea with its slightly roasted and fully oxidized leaf, imparts a unique, pleasurable flavor — rich, sweet, nutty, and malty.

BT124
4 oz.
$13.95

BT124S
2 oz.
$7.65

PANYANG CONGOU GOLD
Out of stock.

BT125
4 oz.
$15.95

Out of stock.

BT125S
2 oz.
$8.75

Out of stock.

GOLDEN MONKEY KING
This black tea represents the finest of its caegory....from China's Nanping county where ideal growing conditions exist. Long ago steep cliffs made harvesting almost impossible, so monkeys were trained to pick the leaf buds. Today skilled hands perform this task. This tea fills your cup with its rich liquor and well-rounded malty, honey-like flavor.

BT126
3 oz.
$21.95

BT126S
1.5 oz.
$11.95

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SCENTED GREEN TEA

CLASSIC GREEN JASMINE
From Hubei Province, China. Hand-processed in the traditional way by exposing the tealeaves to freshly picked Jasmine blossoms several times. With each cup, a sweet, soothing aroma is unlocked for a flavorful taste experience.
Directions and water temperature included on label.

#SGT117
4 oz
$13.95

#SGT117S
2 oz
$7.65

JASMINE PEARLS, Spring Harvest
From Fujian Province, China. A totally Hand-processed artisan tea.
Only delicate leafbuds and silver tips are selected to be rolled and shaped into pearl shapes. Inside a temperature controlled scenting chamber, the "pearls" are exposed to freshly harvested jasmine blossoms until the desired intensity of aroma has been achieved. This tea will yield multiple infusions.
Directions and water temperature included on label.

#SGT118
4 oz
$23.95

#SGT118S
2 oz
$12.95

JASMINE PHOENIX EYES, Spring Harvest
From Fujian Province, China. This artisan tea made from tender branch tips with young shoots is hand-rolled into oval shapes and scented with fresh jasmine blossoms. During the brewing process, the silvery tendrils wrapped around a dark center, spiral outward, releasing a fine aroma.
Directions and water temperature included on label.

#SGT120
4 oz
$23.95

#SGT120S
2 oz
$12.95

OSMANTHUS BLEND, a Chinese Tea Classic
From Jiangsu Province, China. This is a superior green tea enhanced with fragrant blossoms of Osmanthus, a flowering evergreen shrub. The blossoms are added to the still warm tea leaves at a certain stage of the drying process. To release the subtle sweet aroma, water should be below boiling (approx 180°F), with steeping time about 2 minutes. Directions and water temperature included on label.

#SGT121
4 oz
$13.95

#SGT121S
2 oz
$7.65

ROYAL LOTUS ANCIEN
From Vietnam, a very special lotus-scented tea.
This rare green tea was once exclusively produced for King Tu-Duc during the Nguyen Dynasty (19th century). At first, freshly picked tea leaves were placed in the center of lotus flowers with petals tied together to form a "lidded cup." These "floating cups," placed in the king's royal palace garden pond, allowed the tea leaves to dry overnight while absorbing the lotus aroma. Today's adaptation, however, requires hundreds of lotus blossoms to scent a small batch of tea leaves, resulting in a pleasant, rich and complex aroma. Directions and water temperature included on label.

#SGT124
3 oz
$29.95

#SGT124S
1.5 oz
$15.95

LILY YIN HAO
This premium green tea from Hunan Province of China, features long, white-tipped stylish leaves interspersed with lily blossoms. This mountain-grown tea, harvested in the spring, engages the entire palate with its mild, delicate flavor. Lily blossoms not only add a sublte sweet note to the light golden brew, but create a pleasant lingering aftertaste as well.Will yield multiple infusions.
Directions and water temperature included on label.

#SGT126
3 oz
$8.95

#SGT126S
1.5 oz
$6.50

CHUNG LO JASMINE
From China's Fujian Province — a specialty tea representing a century-old tradition. Harvested in early spring, this rare green tea displays small curled silver-budsets "Chung Lo" style enhanced with the aroma of jasmine blossoms. After repeated scenting, the blossoms are then removed.) A superb gentle tea that will engage all the senses.
Directions and water temperature included on label.

#SGT127
4 oz
$24.95

#SGT127S
2 oz
$13.95

JASMINE SUPREME. . .
with slender leaves and leafbuds mageng style, all with a silver cast is processed as a green tea. This early spring harvest from Fujian Provlince, the home of classic jasmine tea, represents the best of its category. Multiple scenting steps wiwth freshly picked jasmine blossoms assures a well-balance taste profile, a creamy mouthfeel, and a mellow aftertaste.

#SGT128
3 oz
$21.95

#SGT128S
1.5 oz
$11.95

NEW! SPRING JASMINE JING HAO, Special Harvest. (details to follow)
#SGT129

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SCENTED BLACK TEA

DESCRIPTION OF SCENTED BLACK TEA

Size & Price

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CHINA LICHEE CONGOU
From the southern province of Guangdong. Using an ancient process, the leaves of this superior black tea are infused with the juice of the lichee fruit. The interior of the fruit is often compared to white jade, a symbol of beaurty. The taste is delicate and sweet.

SBT103
4 oz.
$8.95

SBT103S
2 oz.
$6.50

MANGO INDICA
A delightful blend of high quality black tea scented with natural extract of mango
Especially delicious as a cold, summer tea!

SBT106
4 oz.
$8.95

SBT106S
2 oz.
$6.50

BLACK CURRANT BLEND
A blend of high quality black tea scented with black currant.
Especially delicious as a cold, summer tea!

SBT108
4 oz.
$8.95

SBT108S
2 oz.
$6.50

VANILLA-SPICE PREMIUM BLEND
A blend of high quality loose black tea scented with all natural vanilla bean

SBT109
4 oz.
$15.95

SBT109S
2 oz.
$8.25

TROIKA
(Russian Tea from Kousmichoff (4.4 oz tin)
Sorry, no longer available at this time.

SBT110
4.4 oz
$16.25

PRINCE VLADIMIR
(Russian Tea from Kousmichoff (4.4 oz tin)
Sorry, no longer available at this time.

SBT111
4.4 oz
$15.95

EARL GREY
(Russian Tea from Kousmichoff, 4.4 oz tin)

SBT112
4.4 oz
$15.95

CHINA PEACH
A very pleasant blend of high quality black tea scented with peach
Especially delicious as a cold, summer tea

SBT115
4 oz.
$8.95

SBT115S
2 oz.
$6.50

LAPSANG SOUCHONG
Pine-smoked Black
Originally known as "Small leaf Zheng Shun Mountain Tea." In the early 19th century the name changed to Lapsang Souchong; the process of curing the tea leaves changed also. At first wood-fired woks were used, but later, by request of English merchants, bamboo baskets were hung above smoking pine ashes, allowing the leaves to absorb the flavor. A smooth and rich tea, with a pronounced smoky note, best served with a hardy meal.

SBT116
4 oz.
$13.95

SBT116S
2 oz.
$7.65

TONG MU LAPSANG SOUCHONG
Fine leaf, rare tea from Tong Mu county, Fujian Province, China.
Also known as Zhen Shan Xiao Zhong; grown at elevations more than 6,500 ft. Produced in small quantities, and seldom released for export. The early spring harvest (made up of tips only) is "cold smoked" over pine ashes for a richer bouquet. Later harvests by contrast (made up of larger leaves) are "hot smoked," resulting in a bolder taste. A very special tea.
Out of stock at this time

SBT117
4 oz.
$23.95

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SBT117S
2 oz.
$12.95

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BLENDED TEA

DESCRIPTION OF BLENDED TEA

Size / Price

CONNOISSEUR BLEND, from Grace Tea Co.
For other Grace Rare Teas click here: Grace Rare Tea

BBT405
8 oz.
$18.95

RUSSIAN EVENING, from Kousmichoff.
For other Kousmichoff Teas click here: Kousmichoff

BBT407
4.4 oz. tin
$14.95

SUNDIAL SPICE & BERRY TEA
New blend created by Sundial for the Holidays and other festive occasions)
Sorry, this tea is not available at this time.

BBT410
4 oz.
$13.95

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GRACE RARE TEA

Special teas from GRACE RARE TEA Co., New York

Size / Price

CONNOISSEUR BLEND (from Grace Tea Co)

BBT405
8 oz. tin
$17.95

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KOUSMICHOFF TEA Russian Tea Blended in Paris

TROIKA
Russian Tea from Kousmichoff (4.4 oz tin)
No longer available.

SBT110
4.4 oz tin.
$16.25

PRINCE VLADIMIR
Russian Tea from Kousmichoff (4.4 oz tin)
No longer available.

SBT111
4.4 oz. tin
$15.95

EARL GREY
Russian Tea from Kousmichoff ( 4.4 oz tin)

SBT112
4.4 oz tin
$15.95

RUSSIAN EVENING
Russian Tea from Kousmichoff (4.4 oz tin)

BBT407
4.4 oz. tin $14.95

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White Tea	Green Tea
Yellow Tea
Pouchongs	Oolongs
Black Tea	Scented Green Tea
Scented Black Tea	Blended Tea
Been-Cha Cake Teas Been-Cha Pu-Erh Cake Tea	Fine Teas from Grace Rare Tea Company,
	Fine Teas from Kousmichoff Tea Company, Paris
A Description of Each Tea Offered by the Sundial (text in progress)	Yixing Teapot information How to prepare tea in Yixing teapots

*DESCRIPTION OF WHITE TEA*	*Size / Price*	*Size / Price*
SILVER NEEDLES A very special, rare white tea for the connoisseur	#WT112 2 oz. $21.95	#WT112S 1 oz. $11.95
SILVER NEEDLES / SCENTED WITH JASMINE A very rare, delicate gently scented tea	#WT113 2 oz. $23.95	#WT113S 1 oz. $12.95
SILVER MOON A very special Artisan Tea - hand processed - 9 ball-shaped units hand-processed as a "blooming" artisan white tea (hui fa cha), and created to engage all the senses. The basic 1-inch size balls (approx) is secured by a silk string which holds the slender leafbuds in place. During steeping, they open to reveal blossoms hidden within. This tea features jasmine flowers floating above a chrysanthemum—all attached to the base. There is no predominant jasmine aroma, just a subtle bouquet of exquisite floral notes.	#WT115 9 pieces $17.95

*DESCRIPTION OF YELLOW TEA*	*Size / Price*	*Size / Price*
SPARROW TONGUE A very special, rare yellow tea for the connoisseur! (more info to come)	#YT111 2 oz. $19.95	#YT111S 1 oz. $11.95

All organic, pressed into 5 inch round disks. From ancient tea trees. Very Special and in very limited supply.	*Size / Price*
SHOU PU (Dark Pu-Erh Been Cha) A Wo Dui 'cooked style' Pu-erh. 'Wo' means wet, and 'Dui' translates as 'stacked' or 'piled in layers-- which describes the curing process. Rich, dark earthy brew with a very smooth taste. 100% Organic.	BC101 5.3 oz 150 g $52.95
DIAN HONG (Black Been Cha) 'Dian' is the name of the ancient tea-growing region in China, while 'Hong' means 'red' (the Chinese term for what we call 'black tea'.) A slightly sweet, earthy yet smooth brew with a gentle fragrance. 100% organic.	BC102 5.3 oz 150 g $46.95
PU-ERH TEA Rice Pu-Erh A perfect union of tealeaves from Cangyuan, Yunnan Province, China, and toasted rice from Japan. This union results into a dark smooth brew, earthy and rich, embellished with umami notes of rice. Can be enjoyed throughout the day -- a nourishing drink which may be taken with or without food.	PU201 4 oz $13.95	PU201S 2 oz $7.65

NOTE: This symbol represents, in stylized form, two leaves and a bud of the tea plant. Most fine, loose teas are composed of this hand-picked selection.
Back in stock! LUNG CHING Special Harvest / (Dragonwell)	#GT103 4 oz $21.95	#GT103S 2 oz $11.95
LUNG CHING / QING MING / (Dragonwell) From China's original Lung Ching plantation at Mei Jia Wu (Hangzhou). Qing Ming means "clear and bright," marking not only springtime just before the rain when harvesting takes place (from Mar. 25-April 5) but also describes the taste: cooling and refreshing.	#GT102 4 oz $21.95	#GT102S 2 oz $11.95
DAFANG. From Zhejiang Province, China -- named after a celebrated teamaster and monk who lived in the 16th century during the Ming Dynasty. Dafang developed the technique of hand-pressed green tea. This delightful tea is cooling, refreshing and restorative, similar to its modern counterpart, Lung Ching (Dragonwell).	#GT133 3 oz $19.95	#GT133S 1.5 oz $11.95
DUJUN MAO JIAN From China's Guizhou Province. Dujun Mao Jian means one leaf and one leafbud picked in early spring. this special green tea, with its long, narrow, flat "hairpoint" leaves need skillfull hands for the processing. The pale golden-green liquor brews into a clear refreshing beverage—creamy and mild with a pleasant lingering aftertaste. Directions and temperature included on each tea tin label.	#GT104 3 oz $14.95	#GT104S 1.5 oz $8.25
MELON SEED, PREMIUM (Exclusive Import to Sundial Gardens!) One of China's most celebrated green teas, from Western Anhui Province. . Delightful, rich aroma due to a special drying process. Very special!	#GT105 3 oz $32.95	#GT105S 1.5 oz $16.95
GYOKURO (Premium and very limited) A rare, competition-grade tea from Japan. One size only (1.7 oz) Sorry, out of stock	#GT111 1.7 oz.
MING MEI From Jiangxi Province, China. Ming (fine) and Mei (eyebrow) award winning tea, consists of leaftbuds tightly rolled for uniform appearance, yeilding a mellow flavor.Sorry, out of stock	#GT112 3 oz. out of stock	#GT112S 1.5 oz. out of stock
PI LO CHUN (Green Snail Spring) From Jiangsu Province, China. Harvested during spring equinox with fruit tree in full bloom. Spiral-shaped handrolled leaves deliver a most delicate, unique aroma.	#GT115 4 oz. $24.95	#GT115S 2 oz $13.95
TAI PING HOU KUI Green Tea From Anhui Province, China. A very special green tea, harvested only in early spring mornings when the mist ensures a particularly delicate taste and freshness.	#GT118 2 oz. Out of stock.	#GT118S 1 oz. Out of stock.
LU SHAN MOUNTAIN MIST. An extremely rare and delicate fine green tea.(detailed description to follow shortly)	#GT121 4 oz out of stock	#GT121S 2 oz out of stock
HOUJICHA. From Japan, a roasted premium green tea often chosen to accompany a meal. Low in caffeine yet soothing on the digestive system, this "first flush" spring harvest tea consists of both leaves and stems. To fully release the rich, mild flavor, use one generous teaspoon of tea leaves per cup and steep in water below boiling (180°F) for 2 minutes. Directions also included on tea tin label.	#GT123 3 oz $14.95 out of stock	#GT123S 1.5 oz $8.25 out of stock
JADE FIRE DRAGON also known as Huo Qing (Fire Jade) is a skillfully wok-fired green tea with leaves hand-rolled into small dark green shiny pellets. When brewed, Jade Fire Dragon pellets unfurl to release a brisk flavor with subtle notes of fresh pine cones and wild orchids.	#GT124 4 oz $23.95	#GT124S 2 oz $12.95
SAN XIA, also known as Mist on the Three Gorges, from Hubei Province, China. The super fine stylish leaves produce a beverage which is delicately sweet, smooth and complex –delighting even the most discerning "tea sommelier."	#GT125 4 oz $17.95	#GT125S 2 oz $9.50
ANCIENT TREE EMERALD SPROUTING, a rare green tea from the old growth forests of China's Yunnan Province. These wild growing tea trees, some ranging in age from 800-1.000 years provide the source for this hand harvested tea. Only the choicest leaves are included by selecting one leaf and one leafbud in the classic Mao Feng style. Mild and well balanced, refreshing and slightly aromatic this tea produces a most satisfying taste with notes of wild flowers and toased pine nuts.	#GT126 3 oz $16.95 out of stock	#GT126S 1.5 oz $8.95 out of stock
BANCHA. This green tea represents an integral part of Japanese culture, being the choice to enhance daily living. An autumnal harvest tea, displaying large mature leaves and twigs which release a light golden liquor. Known for many health benefits in Asian medicine, including low caffeine levels, Bancha is often chosen to accompany a meal. A refreshing beverage with a rich mouth-feel followed by a toasty finish. out of stock	#GT127 4 oz $8.95	#GT127S 2 oz $6.50
SNOW DRAGON . . . a high-mountain tea grown in a pollution-free environment in the Zhejian Province of China. The silvery-green budsets with their velvety appearance are picked in early spring. Carefully wok-fired and flattened by hand during the drying process, the tea leaves take on their final shape. This is a gentle green tea similar in character to a white tea, with a delicate sweet flavor and subtle toasted notes.	#GT128 3 oz $16.95	#GT128S 1.5 oz $8.95
RIVER & CLOUD GREEN NEEDLES from Jiangxi Province, China. . . a high-elevation tea picked in early spring from teagardens situated on terraced mountain slopes where small streams and heavy mist provide ideal growing conditions. The slender, well-shaped leaves and silver leaf-buds indicate careful hand processing. This tea has a smooth mouth feel, a refreshing note, and a complex aroma extending into a sweet nutty finish.	#GT129 4 oz $21.95	#GT129S 2 oz $11.95
ANJI WHITE MOUNTAIN MIST . . . this is a GREEN TEA from the northern slope of Mt. Tianmu. When steeped the leaves take on an almost white, jade-like transparency marked by a distinct darker central vein. From a relatively new Camellia stain, this spring harvest displays all the qualities of a historic Tribute tea. The exceptional taste profile is due in part to careful plucking and repeated hand sorting. (Each pound consists of approximately 30.000 budsets!). Refeshing and smooth with a rich mouthfeel and lingering pleaant aftertaste, this tea will yield a second infusion.	#GT130 2.5 oz $27.95	#GT130S 1.25 oz $14.95
TIANMU QING DING . . .A high elevation cloud and mist tea from China's Zhejiang Province. With dark green slender leaves and budsets, this special tea is totally hand-processed. When brewed, the pale yellow infusion offers a fine well developed taste profile. . . sweet and refreshing due to a supportive terroir (location and growing conditions).	#GT131 3 oz $16.95	#GT131S 1.5 oz $8.95
JADE SPIRAL TIPS . . .from Taiwan, sometimes compared to China Pi Lo Chun as a quality endorsement by the tea Trade. However, this exceptional green tea does not need any additional stamp of approval! Made from one of the high mountain cultivars usually reserved for Oolong, this tea displays small, wiry slightly twisted green leaves, and produces a golden liquor with a rich, velvety taste profile not often found in green tea.	#GT132 3 oz $21.95	#GT132S 1.5 oz $11.95
Classic HUANG SHAN MAO FENG. . . one of China's most celebrated cloud & mist teas from Anhui Province, totally hand processed. Huang Shan or Yellow Mountain, a famous sight in China, describes the location of the tea garden, and mao feng describes the leaf style–two slender equal sized leaves and one leafbud. This tea, taken as a warm drink provides an all ecompassing gentle taste profile and, when slightly cooler, sweet notes become more evident.	#GT134 3 oz $16.95	#GT134S 1.5 oz $8.95
NEW PINHEAD GUNPOWDER , A Wuyuan Classic, with tiny handrolled pellet-shaped leaves...one of the earliest China export teas to reach Europe. It is said that a clerk in an English teashop compared the small nuggets to "gunpowder" as they tumbled noisily into a teaot and unfurled suddenly when hot water was added! The tightly rolled leaves keep their freshness even when stored for long periods. With a robust nutty flavor this tea may be served as is or with fresh mint—Moroccan style.	#GT135 4 oz $8.95	#GT135S 2 oz $6.50

*DESCRIPTION OF POUCHONG TEA*	*Size / Price*
FORMOSA JADE POUCHONG	PT112 2.5 oz $15.95	PT112S 1.25 oz $8.25
WENSHAN BAOZHONG POUCHONG from Ping Lin, the famous Wen Mountain tea district of Taipei country, northern Taiwan -- totally hand processed. Grown on 3 acres at 5, 500 ft., this tea garden marks the spot where tea master Chen perfected his craft over a period of more than 30 years. The result is a "green oolong" or "pouchong" with only 15% oxidation. When this tea is brewed it releases a golden liquor color and a delicate flavor with multiple sweet floral notes, followed by a smooth, creamy aftertaste. Out of stock	PT114 2.5 oz $16.95 Out of Stock	PT114S 1 oz $8.95 Out of Stock
BAOZHONG SPECIAL HARVEST POUCHONG	PT115 2.5 oz $15.95	PT115S 1.25 oz $8.25
MING JIANG BERGAMOT from a small tea garden in Nantou, Central Taiwan. . .The tea leaves ar processed as a Bao Zhong, which represents a sub-catagory of Oolong teas with only light oxidization. Enhanced with natural bergamot oil, as in traditional Earl Grey tea, this version, with its refreshing citrus taste, may be enjoyed hot or cold.	PT116 2.5 oz $13.95	PT116S 1.25 oz $7.65

ANXI GOLD, Ti Kwan Yin	#FO101 4 oz. $21.95	#FO101S 2 oz. $11.95
New! BUDDHA'S HAND introduced to Taiwan from China over 300 years ago. Cultivated today in a small tea garden near Pinglin, Wenshan, Taiwan. The leaves of this rare varital are processed similarly to a Baochong for a rich bouquet and a mellow aftertaste.	#FO122 2.5 oz. $27.95	#FO122S 1.25 oz. $14.95
FORMOSA OOLONG, Superior White-Tip	#FO102 3 oz. $16.95	#FO102S 1.5 oz. $8.95
FORMOSA JADE OOLONG	#FO103 4 oz. $21.95	#FO103S 2 oz. $11.95
RED HOOD OOLONG	#FO105 3 oz $27.95	#FO105S 1.5 oz $14.95
GOLDEN XUAN OOLONG	#FO106 4 oz. $21.95 Out of stock	#FO106S 2 oz. $11.95 Out of stock
BLUE SPR ING OOLONG	#FO107 4 oz. $17.95	#FO107S 2 oz. $9.50
OSMANTHUS OOLONG BLEND (Superior)	#FO108 4 oz. $13.95	#FO108S 2 oz. $7.65
WATER SPIRIT OOLONG	#FO109 3 oz. $14.95	#FO109S 1.5 oz. $8.25
NILGIRI OOLONG Burnside Estate	#FO110 3 oz. $13.95	#FO110S 1.5 oz. $7.65
DRAGON THUNDER OOLONG, Silver Tip Rohini Estate, India	#FO111 4 oz. $23.95	#FO111S 2 oz. $12.95
IMPERIAL VELVET OOLONG A very special oolong from China's Wuji Shan region of Fujian Province.	#FO112 4 oz. $29.95	#FO112S 2 oz. $15.95
TUNG TING OOLONG, Frozen Peak	#FO113 4 oz. $23.95	#FO113S 2 oz. $12.95
BAI HAO OOLONG, Taiwan	#FO114 3 oz. $16.95	#FO114S 1.5 oz. $8.95
PHOENIX MOUNTAIN OOLONG This special harvest Oolong, named after the location of the tea garden, represents one of the world's most celebrated teas. With the help of ladders, tea leaves are hand picked from century-old single-trunk trees dating back to China's Sung Dynasty (960-1279). Rare and unrivaled, this royal Oolong produces a rich, flavorful liquor with a long, mellow finish	#FO116 2.5 oz. $14.95	#FO116S 1.25 oz. $8.25
ROHINI SILVER TIP OOLONG, Special Harvest From the Darjeeling region of India and grown at elevations over 4,000 feet (in the foothills of the Himalayas). Extraordinary and rare, this tea combines the best flavor profiles found in either Darjeeling Blacks or Oolongs. With its rich amber liquor, smooth mouthfeel and extended toasty aftertaste, this tea may be enjoyed at any meal. Directions and brewing temperatures included with each tea tin.	#FO117 3 oz. $24.95	#FO117S 1.5 oz. $13.95
CHINA BAI HAO OOLONG This fine oolong tea represents a tea tradition which began in Fujian Province, travelled to Taiwan, only to return again to its place of origin for a final touch of perfection. The unique tippy leaves display multi-colored highlights ranging from silver-white to dark greyish-green. When brewed the amber liquor releases a rich bouquet of taste notes, an exceptional mouthfeel, and lingering mellow aroma.Out of Stock	#FO118 3 oz. $27.95 Out of Stock	#FO118S 1.5 oz. $14.25 Out of Stock
LI SHAN OOLONG, SPECIAL RESERVE This is a Gao shan cha, a rare high mountain tea from Taiwan, grown at elevations over 7000 feet. Crops depend on weather conditions at time of harvest, making this offering a truly exceptional gift of nature perfected by skillful hands during picking and processing. The bright golden-yellow liquor with subtle floral notes will continue to engage the entire palate through multiple infusions. A truly extra special rare tea for the connoisseur!	#FO119 4 oz. $53.95	#FO119S 2 oz. $27.95
DA HONG PAO OOLONG, from Wuyi Mountains of China's Fujian Province, also known as Royal Red Robe. Today's cultlivated teaplants carry the imprint of ancient root stock. Totally hand-processed with large dark leaves and oxidized to about 80%, this Oolong provides a rich taste profile -- winey and chocolaely -- followed by a long, mellow finish.	#FO120 2.5 oz. $24.95	#FO120S 1.25 oz. $13.95
HONEY DAN CHONG . . . a rare single grove Phoenix Mountain tea believed to have been a tribute tea during the Song Dynasty (960-1279). Totally hand-processed, this Oolong tea provides a rich well-balanced taste profile with a long extended mellow aftertaste, even after multiple infusions.	#FO123 2.5 oz. $31.95	#FO123S 1.25 oz. $16.95

*DESCRIPTION*	*Size / Price*
GOLDEN YUNNAN, Special Harvest Grown from ancient root stock a elevatons of more than 2000 feet --from Yunnan, China's oldest tea-growing region. Tippy, plump budsets and soft leaves seem cast in hues of gold. Yields a slight honey-like flavor. Use one teaspoon tea leaves per cup,and steep for 3 minutes.	BT101 3 oz $24.95	BT101S 1.5 oz $13.95
CHINA YUNNAN BLACK, GOLD TIP (rare) A very fine, very rare smooth black tea from the Yunnan region of China. Tea leaves have a light, golden tip.	BT102 4 oz 21.95	BT102S 2 oz 11.95
CHINA YUNNAN BLACK One of our first black teas, and still very popular. A smooth, elegant well-balanced tea for all occasions, from the oldest tea-growing region of China.	BT103 4 oz $8.95	BT103S 2 oz. $6.50
ROYAL YUNNAN Also known as *Golden Monkey,* this fine balck tea displays all the traits of a well-made superior tea composed entirely of tender bud-sets and leaf tips. During the processing of this tea, natural aromatic compounds are activated, creating a rich flavor profile described as clean, nutty, sweet, malty, creamy and smooth, with hardly any astringency. To brew, use one teaspoon of tea leaves per cup in water cose to boiling (205°F) and steep for approximately 3 minutes.	BT104 4 oz $21.95	BT104S 2 oz $11.95
DARJEELING Second Flush, Pussimbing Estate, Select. From India. A special black tea grown in the foothills of the Himalayan mountains above 6,000 feet. Here cooler temperatures prevail resulting in slower plant growth, thereby incrasing leaf quality. This special harvest displays all the desirable featues. . . a well-rounded aroma with a classic muscatel flavor and a mellow after tasste.	BT116 3 oz. $29.95	BT116S 1.5 oz. $15.95
DARJEELING Second Flush, Makabari Estate (organic) India This delightful black tea is made from new growth tips duing the summer and is less astringent than the 1st flush spring harvest. An award-winning tea with a full bodied amber liquor and rich aroma reminiscent of ripe Muscatel with floral notes -- a tea to engage all the senses!	BT117 4 oz. $17.95	BT117S 4 oz. $9.50
NEW OFFERING! DARJEELING Second Flush Select, Tumsong Estate This tea comes from India's Tumsong Estate where it thrives along steep hillsides of elevations up to 5,500 feet. Here cooling winds from snowy mountain peaks slow plant growth, thus reducing leafsize and allowing more nutrients to be absorbed from the soil. When brewed, leaves and leafbuds will release these natural aroma-compounds to enhance the overall cup character with a rich, nectar-like flavor and muscatel notes.	BT127 3 oz. $29.95	BT127 1.5 oz. $15.95
CEYLON TEA, SILVER STRIPE Galaboda Estate This tea from Akuressa, the south-western coastal region of Sri Lanka, demonstates that not all notable teas have to be grown in high elevation settings. Here a microclimate dicatates aroma and liquor while special processing in small batches assures quality. Leaves are hand-picked and rolled inward to expose the light colored center vein. giving this tea its unique appearance. Full-bodied in character with a balanced, gentle taste– a tea for any occasion.	BT106 4 oz. $13.95	BT106S 2 oz. $7.65
CEYLON TEA Kenilworth Estate, OP From the Highlands of Sri Lanka, including sections of the districts of Kandy and Dimbula. Here tea gardens flourish up to 5,000 feet, nurtured by rich tropical soil. Harvesting takes place during the dry season (January-March) when cool, crisp air and bright sunshine shape the cup-character of this tea. The extra long, elegantly shaped leaves prouce a rich, flavorful drink with a pleasant well-rounded aftertaste—suitable for any occasion.	BT107 4 oz. $8.95	BT107S 2 oz. $6.50
CEYLON TEA Vithanakanda Estate, SFTGFOP-1 This rare black tea comes from the Ratnapura region of Sri Lanka, and produces a beautiful liquor. The stylish extra long tippy leaves yield a sweet aroma and a rich mellow taste. A very specal tea. Use one teaspoon of tea leaves per cup of water at 203°F, and steep for 3-4 minutes.	BT122 4 oz. $13.95	BT122S 2 oz. $7.65
CEYLON TEA Pettiagalla Estate This fine Ceylon black tea comes to us from the Highlands of Sri Lanka, a region which includes sections of the districts of Kandy and Dimbula. Tea gardens flourish up to 5,000 feet, nurtured by rich tropical soil. The harvesting takes place druing the dry season (from January to March) when cool, crisp air and bright sunshine shape the specal cup-character of this tea. Extra long, elegantly stylish leaves produce a rich, flavorful drink with a pleasant well-rounded aftertase—a tea suitable for any occasion	BT123 4 oz. $13.95	BT123S 2 oz. $7.65
NEW OFFERING! CEYLON LUMBINI, from the Balangoda Planting Disrict, carries the name of the estate and represents one of the finest black teas Sri Lanka has to offer. The teagarden, located near the Sinharaja Forest Reserve, thrives under ideal growing conditions fully protected from strong southwestern monsoon winds. The expertly crafted leaves, interspersed with silvertips, Produce a delectable cup of tea—smooth, elegant from beginning to finish, with subtle notes of caramel.	BT129 4 oz. $21.95	BT129S 2 oz. $11.95
NILGIRI , Corsley Estate, TGFOP From the Blue Mountain regiion of southern India. This tea delivers a rich, well-rounded bouquet with superb cup-character.	BT108 4 oz. $13.95	BT108S 2 oz. $7.65
NILGIRI , Tiger Hill Estate FOP Situated in the Blue Mountains of southern India, where tea plants thrive at elevations of 4,500 feet under ideal growing conditions. A top grade FOP tea with a bright, flavorful liquor and smooth finish.Out of stock.	BT118 4 oz. $8.95 Out of stock.	BT118S 2 oz. $6.50 Out of stock.
KEEMUN HAO YA---'A' Grown at high elevations in Qi Men county where it is untouched by pollution, this tea was at first affordable only to European royalty and the wealthy a century ago. The masterfully processed leaves represent the finest of the Congou teas. Black teas are known as Red teas in China, including this special Keemun with its superb mellow taste and complex orchid-like aroma.	BT109 4 oz. $21.95	BT109S 2 oz. $11.95
KEEMUN MAO FENG The most famous of China's Keemun teas, enjoyed for its orchid-like aroma, brilliant liquor and refreshing taste. A true tea classic.	BT110 4 oz. $18.95	BT110S 2 oz. $9.95
IMPERIAL KEEMUN Special Reserve Only available in 2 oz size only.	BT112 2 oz. $32.95
ASSAM SUPERB TIPPY, Mangalam Estate, India An exceptional black tea from Assam, India's oldest tea-growing region located on a high plateau in th Brahmaputra river valley, with the Himalayan Foot Hills to the north. A tea with a full-body, well-rounded and flavorful taste, and a deep rich liquor -- suitable with just about any menu (either breakfast, lunch or afternoon).	BT119 4 oz. $17.95	BT119S 2 oz. $9.50
GOLDEN TIP ASSAM, Gosaibari Estate) to come
MAO ZHEN, Black Needles, a tea made from a strain of special broad-leafed tea plants indigenous to China's Yunnan Province. This region is known for some of China's oldest tea trees, some with a recorded history of tea culture dating back to more than 1,700 years. The leaves of Mao Zhen black tea with their stylish shaped and long wavy golden tips, produce a well-balanced rich liquor enhanced by a smooth extended afertaste.	BT120 4 oz. $13.95	BT120S 2 oz. $7.65
MONKEY-PICKED China Black This superb black tea is from Nanping county, a special region of China's Fujian Province where ideal growing conditions exist. Long ago, steep cliffs made harvesting almost impossible, so monkeys were trained to pick the leaf buds. Today skilled human hands perform the harvest of this rare tea with its deep golden brown liquor. OUT OF STOCK	BT113 4 oz. $18.95 Out of stock.	BT113S 2 oz. $9.95 Out of stock.
CHINA DRAGON BLACK, with its Keemun-style leaves, is produced at the famous Dragonwell plantation in Hangzhou, China, once capital and cultural center of the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279). This exceptional hand-processed black tea with its slightly roasted and fully oxidized leaf, imparts a unique, pleasurable flavor — rich, sweet, nutty, and malty.	BT124 4 oz. $13.95	BT124S 2 oz. $7.65
PANYANG CONGOU GOLD Out of stock.	BT125 4 oz. $15.95 Out of stock.	BT125S 2 oz. $8.75 Out of stock.
GOLDEN MONKEY KING This black tea represents the finest of its caegory....from China's Nanping county where ideal growing conditions exist. Long ago steep cliffs made harvesting almost impossible, so monkeys were trained to pick the leaf buds. Today skilled hands perform this task. This tea fills your cup with its rich liquor and well-rounded malty, honey-like flavor.	BT126 3 oz. $21.95	BT126S 1.5 oz. $11.95

CLASSIC GREEN JASMINE From Hubei Province, China. Hand-processed in the traditional way by exposing the tealeaves to freshly picked Jasmine blossoms several times. With each cup, a sweet, soothing aroma is unlocked for a flavorful taste experience. Directions and water temperature included on label.	#SGT117 4 oz $13.95	#SGT117S 2 oz $7.65
JASMINE PEARLS, Spring Harvest From Fujian Province, China. A totally Hand-processed artisan tea. Only delicate leafbuds and silver tips are selected to be rolled and shaped into pearl shapes. Inside a temperature controlled scenting chamber, the "pearls" are exposed to freshly harvested jasmine blossoms until the desired intensity of aroma has been achieved. This tea will yield multiple infusions. Directions and water temperature included on label.	#SGT118 4 oz $23.95	#SGT118S 2 oz $12.95
JASMINE PHOENIX EYES, Spring Harvest From Fujian Province, China. This artisan tea made from tender branch tips with young shoots is hand-rolled into oval shapes and scented with fresh jasmine blossoms. During the brewing process, the silvery tendrils wrapped around a dark center, spiral outward, releasing a fine aroma. Directions and water temperature included on label.	#SGT120 4 oz $23.95	#SGT120S 2 oz $12.95
OSMANTHUS BLEND, a Chinese Tea Classic From Jiangsu Province, China. This is a superior green tea enhanced with fragrant blossoms of Osmanthus, a flowering evergreen shrub. The blossoms are added to the still warm tea leaves at a certain stage of the drying process. To release the subtle sweet aroma, water should be below boiling (approx 180°F), with steeping time about 2 minutes. Directions and water temperature included on label.	#SGT121 4 oz $13.95	#SGT121S 2 oz $7.65
ROYAL LOTUS ANCIEN From Vietnam, a very special lotus-scented tea. This rare green tea was once exclusively produced for King Tu-Duc during the Nguyen Dynasty (19th century). At first, freshly picked tea leaves were placed in the center of lotus flowers with petals tied together to form a "lidded cup." These "floating cups," placed in the king's royal palace garden pond, allowed the tea leaves to dry overnight while absorbing the lotus aroma. Today's adaptation, however, requires hundreds of lotus blossoms to scent a small batch of tea leaves, resulting in a pleasant, rich and complex aroma. Directions and water temperature included on label.	#SGT124 3 oz $29.95	#SGT124S 1.5 oz $15.95
LILY YIN HAO This premium green tea from Hunan Province of China, features long, white-tipped stylish leaves interspersed with lily blossoms. This mountain-grown tea, harvested in the spring, engages the entire palate with its mild, delicate flavor. Lily blossoms not only add a sublte sweet note to the light golden brew, but create a pleasant lingering aftertaste as well.Will yield multiple infusions. Directions and water temperature included on label.	#SGT126 3 oz $8.95	#SGT126S 1.5 oz $6.50
CHUNG LO JASMINE From China's Fujian Province — a specialty tea representing a century-old tradition. Harvested in early spring, this rare green tea displays small curled silver-budsets "Chung Lo" style enhanced with the aroma of jasmine blossoms. After repeated scenting, the blossoms are then removed.) A superb gentle tea that will engage all the senses. Directions and water temperature included on label.	#SGT127 4 oz $24.95	#SGT127S 2 oz $13.95
JASMINE SUPREME. . . with slender leaves and leafbuds mageng style, all with a silver cast is processed as a green tea. This early spring harvest from Fujian Provlince, the home of classic jasmine tea, represents the best of its category. Multiple scenting steps wiwth freshly picked jasmine blossoms assures a well-balance taste profile, a creamy mouthfeel, and a mellow aftertaste.	#SGT128 3 oz $21.95	#SGT128S 1.5 oz $11.95
NEW! SPRING JASMINE JING HAO, Special Harvest. (details to follow)	#SGT129

*DESCRIPTION OF SCENTED BLACK TEA*	*Size & Price*	*Size & Price*
CHINA LICHEE CONGOU From the southern province of Guangdong. Using an ancient process, the leaves of this superior black tea are infused with the juice of the lichee fruit. The interior of the fruit is often compared to white jade, a symbol of beaurty. The taste is delicate and sweet.	SBT103 4 oz. $8.95	SBT103S 2 oz. $6.50
MANGO INDICA A delightful blend of high quality black tea scented with natural extract of mango Especially delicious as a cold, summer tea!	SBT106 4 oz. $8.95	SBT106S 2 oz. $6.50
BLACK CURRANT BLEND A blend of high quality black tea scented with black currant. Especially delicious as a cold, summer tea!	SBT108 4 oz. $8.95	SBT108S 2 oz. $6.50
VANILLA-SPICE PREMIUM BLEND A blend of high quality loose black tea scented with all natural vanilla bean	SBT109 4 oz. $15.95	SBT109S 2 oz. $8.25
TROIKA (Russian Tea from Kousmichoff (4.4 oz tin) Sorry, no longer available at this time.	SBT110 4.4 oz $16.25
PRINCE VLADIMIR (Russian Tea from Kousmichoff (4.4 oz tin) Sorry, no longer available at this time.	SBT111 4.4 oz $15.95
EARL GREY (Russian Tea from Kousmichoff, 4.4 oz tin)	SBT112 4.4 oz $15.95
CHINA PEACH A very pleasant blend of high quality black tea scented with peach Especially delicious as a cold, summer tea	SBT115 4 oz. $8.95	SBT115S 2 oz. $6.50
LAPSANG SOUCHONG Pine-smoked Black Originally known as "Small leaf Zheng Shun Mountain Tea." In the early 19th century the name changed to Lapsang Souchong; the process of curing the tea leaves changed also. At first wood-fired woks were used, but later, by request of English merchants, bamboo baskets were hung above smoking pine ashes, allowing the leaves to absorb the flavor. A smooth and rich tea, with a pronounced smoky note, best served with a hardy meal.	SBT116 4 oz. $13.95	SBT116S 2 oz. $7.65
TONG MU LAPSANG SOUCHONG Fine leaf, rare tea from Tong Mu county, Fujian Province, China. Also known as Zhen Shan Xiao Zhong; grown at elevations more than 6,500 ft. Produced in small quantities, and seldom released for export. The early spring harvest (made up of tips only) is "cold smoked" over pine ashes for a richer bouquet. Later harvests by contrast (made up of larger leaves) are "hot smoked," resulting in a bolder taste. A very special tea. Out of stock at this time	SBT117 4 oz. $23.95 Out of stock	SBT117S 2 oz. $12.95 Out of stock

*DESCRIPTION OF BLENDED TEA*	*Size / Price*
CONNOISSEUR BLEND, from Grace Tea Co. For other Grace Rare Teas click here: Grace Rare Tea	BBT405 8 oz. $18.95
RUSSIAN EVENING, from Kousmichoff. For other Kousmichoff Teas click here: Kousmichoff	BBT407 4.4 oz. tin $14.95
SUNDIAL SPICE & BERRY TEA New blend created by Sundial for the Holidays and other festive occasions) Sorry, this tea is not available at this time.	BBT410 4 oz. $13.95

*Special teas from GRACE RARE TEA Co., New York*	*Size / Price*
CONNOISSEUR BLEND (from Grace Tea Co)	BBT405 8 oz. tin $17.95

TROIKA Russian Tea from Kousmichoff (4.4 oz tin) No longer available.	SBT110 4.4 oz tin. $16.25
PRINCE VLADIMIR Russian Tea from Kousmichoff (4.4 oz tin) No longer available.	SBT111 4.4 oz. tin $15.95
EARL GREY Russian Tea from Kousmichoff ( 4.4 oz tin)	SBT112 4.4 oz tin $15.95
RUSSIAN EVENING Russian Tea from Kousmichoff (4.4 oz tin)	BBT407 4.4 oz. tin $14.95