Tea is far more than just a drink - it is culture, craftsmanship and enjoyment in its most original form. From the selection of the tea plant to the growing region and harvest time, right through to processing and preparation, many factors shape its character.
We give you a glimpse behind the aromas and show you how origin, leaf grade and infusion time influence the taste experience. Those who understand tea enjoy it more consciously - and discover new facets in every cup.
How it all began
A ritual with thousands of years of history
According to legend, it was in the year 2737 BC that a leaf from a wild tea bush fell into the boiling water of the Chinese emperor Shen Nong (also known as Chen Nung). Fascinated by the aroma and taste of the infusion, he is said to have tasted the drink and thus laid the foundations for a tea culture that is thousands of years old.
From China, tea spread via trade routes to Japan and later to Europe. In the 17th century, Dutch merchants initially brought it to the European market as a precious commodity and valued remedy. What began as a medicinal elixir quickly developed into a social ritual.
In the American colonies, tea eventually became a symbol of political self-determination: the Boston Tea Party of 1773 not only marked a turning point in the history of tea, but also the beginning of the American War of Independence.
To this day, tea is far more than just a drink - it is a cultural carrier, commodity, ritual and historical companion all in one.
The amazing journey from the tea garden to the cup
How real tea enjoyment is created
Step by step to great tea
With attention to detail
Tea Tasting
The art of the right taste
Excellent tea - always balanced and consistently at the highest level of taste. EILLES TEE dedicates itself to the selection, tasting and composition of each individual blend with the utmost care.
Our experienced tea tasters are the key players on the way to the perfect cup. Their expertise determines how aromas interact, how nuances are balanced and how each batch reliably meets the defined quality standard.
The greatest challenge lies in refining the character and subtlety of a tea so that it consistently impresses in every cup - and delights your guests time and time again.
Step 01
Weighing in
The first step in tea tasting is the precise weighing of the raw material. As each leaf can vary in structure and volume, absolute accuracy is essential - because even the smallest deviations affect the taste profile.
Traditionally, 2.86 grams of tea are used - exactly the weight of the historic British sixpence coin. A measure with history that is still used today as a reference for professional tastings and forms the basis for an objective assessment.
Step 02
Sensory perceptions
Every batch of tea is tested by our tea tasters with the utmost precision. Fragrance, taste, cup color and leaf grade are systematically assessed - because every nuance determines character and quality.
Only when the aroma, clarity and structure of the raw material are convincing does the next step begin: targeted tasting and final refinement. The result is a balanced flavor profile that meets the highest standards - consistently and reliably.
Step 03
Gustatory examination
After a standardized infusion time of five minutes, the tea is tasted pure - without milk or sugar, in order to assess its aroma profile unadulterated. Deliberate, vigorous sipping ensures that the infusion is optimally distributed throughout the mouth and allows even the finest nuances to be recognized.
Only when the taste, structure, balance and aftertaste are in perfect harmony is it released for packaging. This ensures that every cup meets the defined quality standards of EILLES TEE - precisely tested and consistently convincing.
