Loose Tea from Ringtons Ltd

Afternoon Blend 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

125g Loose tea Black, Green & Jasmine Tea Light & Crisp Ringtons Speciality - core range

Authentic Golden Monkey 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Our Authentic Golden Monkey (Jin Mao Hou) comes from Fuan county, Fujian province and is named after the appearance of the leaves. Only the bud and first leaf are picked, and the tea leaves are characterized by the pale gold threading which resembles monkey fur. After careful picking these highly prized leaves are subject to a complex rolling and shaping process known as Gongfu. The result is a rich flavour with hints of fruitiness and caramel, and an underlying sweetness, with no bitterness or astringency.

Bird of Paradise 125g

Wed, 22 May 2013 02:05:12 +0100

Bird of Paradise 125g

125g Loose Tea Aromatic Tea Fragrant & Fruity Ringtons Speciality - core range

Camomile 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Camomile 50g

50g Loose tea Sweet & Calming Caffeine Free Ringtons Speciality - core range

Ceylon Orange Pekoe 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Ceylon Orange Pekoe 125g

125g Loose tea Orange Pekoe black tea Black Tea Mellow & Crisp Ringtons Speciality - core range

China Green Sencha 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

China Green Sencha 125g

125g Loose tea Green Tea Light & Mild Ringtons Speciality - core range

China Rose 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

China Rose 125g

125g Loose Tea Speciality Loose Tea Black Tea Softly Scented

China Teahouse Blend 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

China Teahouse Blend 125g

125g Loose tea Chinese black tea Light, Aromatic & Smoky Ringtons Speciality - core range

China Yellow Buds 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

China Yellow Buds 50g

This is a very rare tea from Yunnan comprising only delicate golden buds. It is produced in Mannong, on Hekai Mountain, one of the world’s most ancient tea cultivation areas. Initially processed similarly to a green tea, a second oxidation stage is added, during which time the golden colour and sweet flavours develop. This tea is always made in small quantities because it is so difficult to produce and rarely available. This tea is pale and mellow, with a sweet flavour that has hints of apricot and pear.

Classic Earl Grey 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Classic Earl Grey 125g

125g Loose tea Black Aromatic Tea Delicately Scented Ringtons Speciality - core range

Darjeeling Goomtee 2012 1st Flush 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Darjeeling Goomtee 2012 1st Flush 50g

The garden at Goomtee has a record of producing premium quality teas every season and this is no exception. The tea is given an extra baking process to improve its keeping quality, making it ideal for all year round drinking. Goomtee is not part of a large estate group and stands on its own as a true heritage property. The Partners have been privileged to manage it since 1995 and the third generation is now ready and eager to continue with the tradition while experimenting with new processing methods. We have selected teas produced at the very beginning of the new season to ensure a classic First Flush character which combines a touch of greenness with dry Muscatel flavour.

Darjeeling Orange Valley 2012 1st Flush 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Darjeeling Orange Valley 2012 1st Flush 50g

These tea leaves come from a garden very close to Darjeeling town which has the only original small-leaved Chinese variety of bushes planted by the British over 100 years ago. This means relatively low yields but exceptional flavour. The infused tea has a light amber colour, with a little more strength and less greenness than many First Flush teas. It has some dryness on the palate and good muscatel flavour, with a subtle sweetness in the aftertaste.

Darjeeling Thurbo Finest 2012 2nd Flush 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Darjeeling Thurbo Finest 2012 2nd Flush 50g

The hybrid of Chinese and Assam features create a tea which is bright and full of flavour, and also beautifully rounded and sweet.

Deluxe Extra Fresh Loose Tea

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Deluxe Extra Fresh Loose Tea

Ringtions De-Luxe Extra Fresh Loose Tea Black Tea Vacuum Packed Rich & Smooth 250g bag

Extra Special Ceylon Silver Tippy 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Extra Special Ceylon Silver Tippy 50g

This very special Ceylon tea from the distinguished tea estate Vithanakande is renowned for the purity of flavour as it is only cultivated in the rarest of clear air environments. A Scotsman named James Taylor first planted 19 acres of tea bushes in Ceylon (as Sri Lanka was known then) back in 1867 and since then Ceylon tea is known and honoured around the world for its fine and pure teas. Our Special Ceylon is a wonderful example of this tea experience. The fine and wiry whole leaf has an abundance of flickering gold tips that infuse to a warm, russet cup colour with a rich honey fragrance

Green Dragon 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Green Dragon 125g

125g Loose tea Green Tea with Lemon & Ginger Warm & Zesty Ringtons Speciality - core range

Himalayan Darjeeling 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Himalayan Darjeeling 125g

125g Loose Tea Darjeeling black tea Aromatic & Distinctive Ringtons Speciality - core range

Iron Goddess Oolong (Tie Guanyan) 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Iron Goddess Oolong (Tie Guanyan) 50g

This Tie Guan Yin is a premium variety of Chinese Oolong tea which originated in the 19 century. Processed using traditional techniques in a small village high in the mountains of Anxi County, Fujian Province, the leaves are in tightly rolled balls which unfurl when the tea is infused. Distinct for its pale colour and orchid-like fragrance, this tea has a velvety mouth feel and a lingering aftertaste. Pour the first infusion quickly and then repeat up to eight times.

Jade Oolong 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Jade Oolong 125g

125g Loose Tea Jade oolong Green Tea Light & Refreshing Ringtons Speciality - core range

Japanese Green Sencha 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Japanese Green Sencha 50g

Our Japanese Green Sencha is a wonderful example of the Japanese style green tea which is made without grinding the tea leaves. The word 'sencha' or 'sincha' means 'simmered' referring to the way this green tea is prepared.We select the newest teas early in the season which gives our Sincha its appealing taste which is fresh and grassy.

Jasmine Green 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Jasmine Green 125g

125g Loose tea Chinese green tea Light & Crisp Distinctively Floral Ringtons Speciality - core range

Jasmine Phoenix Pearls 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Jasmine Phoenix Pearls 50g

These pearls are made using small leaves from white tea bushes in Fuding a mountainous region with a good deal of seacoast on Fujian's border with Zhejiang province. The tightly rolled balls are repeatedly scented with fresh jasmine blossoms which creates the appealing fragrance. The leaves will unfurl when they are infused, and can be re-infused many times. The attractive nature of this tea is best appreciated in tall glasses or shallow white drinking bowls that show off the leaves at their best. Pale in colour with a delicate flavour and pronounced jasmine aroma.

Lapsang Souchong 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Lapsang Souchong 125g

125g Loose tea Black lapsang tea Sweet & Smoky Ringtons Speciality - core range

Mint Marrakech 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Mint Marrakech 125g

125g Loose tea Aromatic Tea Mild & Minty Ringtons Speciality - core range

Northern Choice Loose Tea

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Northern Choice Loose Tea

Ringtons Northern Choice Loose Tea Black Tea Heritage Style 250g bag

Northumbrian Blend Loose Tea

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Northumbrian Blend Loose Tea

Ringtons Northumbrian Blend Loose Tea Black Tea Traditional Flavour Vacuum Packed 250g bag

Peppermint 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Peppermint 50g

50g Loose Tea Soothing & Refreshing Caffeine Free Ringtons Speciality - core range

Phulbari Assam 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Phulbari Assam 125g

125g Loose Tea Assam Black Tea Rich & Malty Ringtons Speciality - core range

Premium Japanese Gyokuro 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Premium Japanese Gyokuro 50g

Gyokuro which translates to 'jewel dew' is recognised as one of the finest green teas in the world. Its name refers to the pale green colour of the infusion. Gyokuro differs from the standard 'sencha' in being grown under the shade rather than the full sun. The leaves which make our premium Gyokuro are shielded from the sun for at least two weeks before being harvested: this causes the amino acids and caffeine in the tea leaves to increase, which yields a sweet flavour.

Ringtons Rooibos 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Ringtons Rooibos 125g

125g Loose tea Sweet & Refreshing Caffeine Free Ringtons Speciality - core range

Samovar Orange Spice 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Samovar Orange Spice 125g

125g Loose tea Aromatic Tea Zesty & Spicy Ringtons Speciality - core range

Snowflower Earl Grey 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Snowflower Earl Grey 125g

125g Loose tea Aromatic Tea Light & Floral Ringtons Speciality - core range

Special Assam Golden Tips 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Special Assam Golden Tips 50g

Our special Assam has come from the Attabarrie tea garden in Sibsagar district, a region characterised by a highly humid atmosphere and heavy rainfall during the Summer. Attabarrie regularly wins prizes for the quality of its orthodox leaf teas. This tea has a very high proportion of golden tip and a beautifully smooth and creamy flavour.

Strawberries & Cream 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Strawberries & Cream 125g

125g Strawberries & Cream Loose tea Unique House Blend infusion Fruity & Tangy Ringtons Speciality - core range

Traditional English Breakfast 125g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Traditional English Breakfast 125g

125g Loose tea Black Tea Large leaf Assam & Kenyan blend Ringtons Speciality - core range

Valley View Loose Tea

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Valley View Loose Tea

Ringtons Valley View Loose Tea Traditional English Black Tea Strong Flavour 250g bag

White Peony with Ginger 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

White Peony with Ginger 50g

50g Loose tea Mellow & Warm Ringtons Speciality - core range

Yunnan White Dragon 50g

Thu, 23 May 2013 09:05:03 +0100

Yunnan White Dragon 50g

This unusual tea shares characteristics of white and green tea in both appearance and flavour: its large white shoots are reminiscent of Silver Needle Pekoe which sit amongst the greener leaves. This tea is from Yunnan, where the leaves are naturally larger, and the downy buds are very prominent. The leaves were harvested during the last frosts at the start of spring, then simply seared in a wok and dried. The flavour is very mild and mellow, closer to a white tea but with recognisable green tea character.