SUMMER 2014

Summer is that perfect time of the year where enjoying the company of friends and family in the sunshine is completely possible! So this summer we

want to share with you a different way you can keep enjoying your favourite teas & infusions to

help keep you refreshed & smiling.

We make our iced tea different here at Empire Island and have completely fallen head over heels

in love with the Cold Brew method so over the summer we are going to be releasing our favourite

recipes from the tea collection so that you can make them at home. What is best of all is it is easy to make, delicious & a healthier alternative to soft

drinks that you can enjoy all summer long!

All you need to do is choose your recipe, pop some fresh summer fruits into your glass (and an

umbrella too if you fancy) then drinks away! And because Empire Island Teas can be found in more & more locations across Rotterdam, getting hold of

your favourite tea could never be easier. We hope you have a marvellous time & have lots

of fun making Cold Brew teas this summer.

Kindest Regards

Josephine founder Empire Island Teas

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A WARM WElCoME

Josephine Akers, founder Empire Island Teas

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Black Tea p. 12Green Tea p. 9Herbal & Fruit p. 17Mint Infusion p. 19oolong p. 6 Rooibos p. 16White Tea p. 7

Tea accessories p. 22-23Price list p. 25-26

CHAPTERS

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GUIDElines

Water Temperature

ºC

80

85

90

95

100

TEA/ cup 3 - 5 min steeping time -

We at Empire Island want you to get the fullest experience of our teas. Therefore we have added a thermometer in every Tea group where each kind’s water temperature is set out, along with its steeping time (duration

of the tea in hot water). In case you do not have a thermometer at hand, the different water characteristics are listed below. Each cup requires one Teaspoon of tea if not else

advised.

Certain teas evolve in character after more than one use, the number of tea leaves tell you exactly how many. (Example below 3-4 times)

7575º - 85ºCsteaming

85º - 95ºCbubbling

100ºCboiling

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oolong combines the fresh taste of green tea with the smooth, full flavour of black tea.

You can re-use a serving of oolong Tea several times, the tea will then present other tastes from

its character.

Water TemperatureºC

75

80

85

90

95

Tung Ting/ cup 75 ºC - 80 ºC 4-6 min steeping time -

oriental Beauty / cup 87 ºC - 96 ºC4-6 min steeping time

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oriental Beauty carries a natural, delicate sweetness combined with a nutty

flavour. leaves are full and twisted.

Tung Ting, from the city Bao loc in the highlands of South Vietnam has a flowery,

sweet taste. The leaves are full, rolled in cylinder shaped bamboo baskets.

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WHITElightly oxidized

Water TemperatureºC

75

80

85

90

95

Pai Mu Tan/ cup 80 ºC 2 min steeping time -

Elderberry & Cassis/ cup 75 - 80 ºC 2 -3 min steeping time

White tea is named after the fine silvery-white hairs on the unopened buds of the tea plant, which gives the plant a whitish appearance. The beverage itself is not white or colourless

but pale yellow. What makes white tea so very special is that the leaves and buds used are al-lowed to wither in natural sunlight. only after this they are lightly processed to prevent oxidation.

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Pai Mu Tan is hand crafted using an ancient method where only the youngest

shoots with two downy leaves are harvested to create this valuable tea.

The taste is flagrant, flowery, fine & aromatic with a light golden-yellow cup color.

Elderberry & Cassis As white tea is naturally floral & delicate making it the perfect

base for adding elderberries, cassis & north american aronia berries to. Served hot or iced,

this premium blend will complete your home tea collection this summer.

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Green tea is full in antioxidants that support your immune system and is believed

to slow down the ageing process. Green tea naturally contains caffeine but far less than

coffee does.

GREEnzero oxidation

Water TemperatureºC

75

80

85

90

95

Japan Sakura Cherry /cup 75 ºC - 80 ºC2-3 min steeping time

White Monkey/ cup 85 ºC - 90 ºC 1 - 3 min steeping time -

Jasmine {oP}/ cup 75 ºC - 80 ºC 1 - 2 min steeping time -

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White Monkey could be mistaken for a white tea due to it’s name, the white fuzz on

many of the leaves and how it tastes but this is in fact a delicately sweet & beautiful green tea

that is a rare pleasure for green tea lovers.

our Green Tea Jasmine {oP} is an enchanting tea both by name & by nature. This half fermented green tea from Chung

Hao, China, has been rested with fresh jasmine flowers to absorb the beautiful scent which

creates a stunning tea combo.

{oP} = orange Pekoe refers to whole leaves, ideally uniform size and are rolled lengthwise

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Every springtime in Japan the country becomes covered in beautiful scenes of blossoming trees.

The most celebrated is the Sakura (Cherry) tree & so of course, we had to bring this tea into our collection. The taste of green tea with cherry is quite simply

wonderful.

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BlACKfully oxidized

In its actual eastern origins, black tea is known as “red tea” referring to the liquid’s color. The

term Black Tea was coined in the Western world , describing of the oxidized leaves. Adding milk to black tea in the west was with the original intention to prevent the hot, steaming water from breaking the fragile Chinese porcelain

cups. Traditionally cold milk was poured into the cup prior to the tea. These days porcelain cups no longer crack but the ritual of adding milk has

become a strong English tradition, before or after a probably being an unsolvable debate .

Water Temperature

ºC

80

85

90

95

100 Earl Grey/ cup 3 - 6 min steeping time

Earl Grey lavender/ cup 3 - 5 min steeping time

Black Chai/ cup 3 - 5 min steeping time

Malawi Dark Fired/ cup 3 - 5 mon steeping time

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Earl Grey/ cup 3 - 6 min steeping time

Earl Grey lavender/ cup 3 - 5 min steeping time

Black Chai/ cup 3 - 5 min steeping time

Malawi Dark Fired/ cup 3 - 5 mon steeping time

Is there anyone who does not find Earl Grey a delicious tea?

our premium, pure Earl Grey tea is a classic that never bores and a perfect pick-me up in

the morning.Earl Grey & lavender is an unmissable

tea to add to your collection. Premium Earl Grey black tea blended with lavender creates a wonderful taste sensation of the recognisable citrus of bergamot combined with floral tones from lavender making a well balanced and

fragrant tea.

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Classical Black Chai tea has a pleasant but strong flavour. The intense taste is due to the selected ingredients like aniseed, cinna-mon & ginger. To achieve the ultimate taste

sensation, add some milk and sugar.

Malawi Dark Fired from the south east of Africa dried at extra high temperatures which has an intruiging effect on flavour.

Flowery with nuances of grapes & finishes with a spicy, nutmeg like heat that remains on the tongue. Visually it is just as stunning, remenis-cent of an oolong with its long, twisted dark

leaf.

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the following infusions are naturally caffeine-free

HERBAl & FRUITstunning infusions

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RooIBoSSouth Africa’s Red Bush

Water Temperature

ºC

80

85

90

95

100 Elderberry & Rhubarb/ cup 8 - 10 min steeping time

orange & Eucalyptus/ cup 8- 10 min steeping time

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Elderberry & Rhubarb/ cup 8 - 10 min steeping time

orange & Eucalyptus/ cup 8- 10 min steeping time

Before even taking a sip, the aromas of Elderberry & Rhubarb Rooibos

fruit sweetness hit your senses followed quickly by the unique undertone of rooibos creating a

delightful ‘oooh’ moment.This summer fruity number can be enjoyed hot

or cold & all day long.

If you are seeking a herbal tea that has the ability to refresh then this

orange & Eucalyptus Rooibos infusion is for you. The aromas of rooibos, orange & peach are marvellously lifted by the menthol freshness of eucalyptus leaves.

Sensational.

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MInTrefreshing infusions

Peppermint & lemongrass starts your day with a boost! Stinging nettle, peppermint, lemon grass are all here and are the perfect

ingredients for a clear head and fresh feeling in the morning. Feel free to refill all day long.

Peppermint, lemon balm, Valerian Root, Hops, Yarrow Petals, Chamomile and Rose petals.

Every ingredient in this herbal infusion has been specifically chosen for its relaxing effects and

could help promote a better night’s sleep. Drink one cup of Restful night about 20 minutes

before going to bed.

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Water Temperature

ºC

80

85

90

95

100 Peppermint & lemongrass/ cup 4 - 7 min steeping time

Restful night/ cup 3 - 6 min steeping time

Chamomile & Verbena/ cup 2 - 4 min steeping time

Sunny Meadow/ cup 4 - 8 min steeping time

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Slow the world down whilst enjoying a cup of Chamomile & Verbena, our herbal

house blend made with premium chamomile, verbena and lemon balm herbs which are a

heavenly calming duo.

Sunny Meadow is named by its ability to practically create an English meadow in your cup. There is such a beautiful mix of fruits and

flowers in this infusion, absolutely jam packed inflavour. Apple, raspberry pieces and

Calendula petals are only a few on this original list of ingredients.

FloRAla delightful bunch

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TEA Accessories

Tea Caddies protect your tea from the damage light can cause which can reduce

the quality of your teaExtravagance holds up to 200g of loose tea, there are two colours in the assortment both

with a fine floral design. ninja and Geisha tins can contain up to 100g of loose tea and are ornamented with Geisha

themes.

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With the perfect teaspoon you are able to, either fill t~sacs recyclable tea bags, for as many cups as you would like or refill your very own stainless steel Cha Cult tea filter

,Decorative or Modern, each way you get the most out of your favorite tea.

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Thank you for taking the time getting to know our tea collection. It was a truly

wonderful experience creating it and we hope you will enjoy your selected tea/s

every day as much as we do. See you next time,

all the best

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