{"title":"A Royal Teatime","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"royal-courtesan-gui-fei-oolong","title":"Royal Courtesan","description":"\u003cp\u003eRoyal Courtesan oolong is a medium-bodied Taiwanese tea. It's a relatively recent varietal that emerged in the wake of the 1999 earthquake in Nantou County.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter the earthquake, many tea gardens were temporarily abandoned as farmers sought to recover from the disaster. Unattended, these tea gardens were attacked by \u003cem\u003eJacobiasca Formosana\u003c\/em\u003e, the same tiny tea insect that imbues Oriental Beauty with its famous muscat sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the farmers returned to their gardens, they were disappointed to find blighted tea plants, though they were curious enough to still use that year's harvest to make Frozen Summit. Royal Courtesan is the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Taiwanese oolong offers a bouquet of fragrant roses and notes of muscat grape and honey. The golden-colored infusion offers a full and intricate aroma and an ample finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-oolong-tea\" aria-label=\"Learn more about Oolong Tea\"\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\" aria-label=\"View our Tea Brewing Guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":292156125,"sku":"100201","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34363930513,"sku":"100202","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34356313233,"sku":"100204","price":54.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34356313297,"sku":"100208","price":96.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/royal-courtesan-oolong-leaf.jpg?v=1718740594"},{"product_id":"iron-goddess-of-mercy","title":"Iron Goddess","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIron Goddess of Mercy\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as Tie Guan Yin or Ti Kuan Yin, originated in the Fujian Province of China. In its Chinese tradition, this oolong tea was lightly oxidized and barely roasted. Later, Taiwanese cultivators discovered that a slow, repeated roast combined with hand kneading brought out a better bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSubtle is not the word here. The roast notes are heavy, like an old man smoking cigars on side street hickory benches. It is the peat whiskey of teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLearn more about \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/what-is-tie-guan-yin\"\u003eTie Guan Yin\u003c\/a\u003e or check out our \u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-brew-guides\"\u003eTea Brewing Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":34364622865,"sku":"100502","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":34356370193,"sku":"100504","price":47.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 oz","offer_id":34356370257,"sku":"100508","price":83.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/products\/iron-goddess-oolong-leaf.jpg?v=1718855906"},{"product_id":"starter-teaware-brewing-set","title":"Té Company Brewing Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eLooking to create a tea vacation at home? Our Brewing Set is the proper setup you need to enjoy private tea sessions in the comfort of your own home. The brewing process is meditative, bringing you focus and a sense of calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe terracotta clay teapot is fired in high heat with an unglazed interior. The clay softens the water texture and makes the tea infusion silkier on the palate. Made in a mold for quality and consistency, this teapot is ideal for a variety of teas and for everyday use. The unglazed interior is porous in texture, which means it takes on the aromatic oils of your teas. Over time the pot will gently season your tea with its patina of flavors, like a heritage cast iron skillet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white porcelain tea pitcher and teacups let you examine the color of the infusion without distracting colors and patterns. The pitcher allows you to decant all the tea from the teapot – sip in peace knowing your tea will not over-steep. These guys are also dishwasher safe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails of the Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 ea Terracotta Clay Teapot (9oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 ea Porcelain Pitcher (9oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 ea Porcelain Teacups (1.5 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTeapot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis terracotta color-glazed pot is fired in high heat with an unglazed interior. The clay softens the water texture and makes the tea infusion silkier on the palate. Made in a mold for quality and consistency, this teapot is ideal for a variety of teas and for everyday use. The unglazed interior is porous in texture, which means it takes on the aromatic oils of your teas. Over time the pot will gently season your tea with its patina of flavors, like a heritage cast iron skillet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePitcher \u0026amp; Cups\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe white porcelain tea pitcher and teacups let you examine the color of the infusion without distracting colors and patterns. The pitcher allows you to decant all the tea from the teapot into the pitcher, therefore a peace of mind to slowly drink the tea without worrying about the rest of it over brewing. These guys are also dishwasher safe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCleaning Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTeapot:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash only. Never use soap or detergent. Keep the teapot lid open after cleaning for the teapot to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePitchers and Teacups:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dishwasher safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Teas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your home brewing tea journey with these teas:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMount Ali Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown in the high mountains of Ali Shan. This tea is gently roasted and delicious for almost every occasion. It's a great starting point for everyday home brewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Courtesan Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e For the palate that prefers fruit and honey-scented sweetness. This tea was bug-bitten like its distant cousin Oriental Beauty but made in the Frozen Summit style, medium oxidized. A charming tea for any morning ritual.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIron Goddess Oolong:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you are switching to tea from coffee or if you are an avid whiskey fan, this is your tea. Repeated roasting and resting, this tea has a beautiful smoky quality that doesn't overpower. Most preferred for evening as the caffeine level is low and the toasty aroma calms the nerves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated Links\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/how-to-care-for-your-clay-teapot\" aria-label=\"How to care for your clay teapot\"\u003eHow to care for your clay teapot\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/how-to-brew-tea-using-a-teapot\" aria-label=\"How to brew loose leaf tea using a teapot\"\u003eHow to brew loose leaf tea using a teapot\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31996816916595,"sku":"310101","price":92.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/terracotta_clay_teapot_set.jpg?v=1684963523"},{"product_id":"porcelain-brewing-set","title":"Porcelain Teapot Brewing Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Porcelain Teapot Brewing Set is the proper setup you need to enjoy private tea sessions in the comfort of your own home. The brewing process is meditative, bringing you focus and a sense of calm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe porcelain teapot can make just about any tea. From Chinese green tea to Taiwanese oolongs to vintage pu-erh, all full leaf teas (except for matcha) can be steeped in a teapot for multiple infusions. We use it daily in our tea room for our herbal teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe white porcelain tea pitcher and teacups let you examine the color of the infusion without distracting colors and patterns. The pitcher allows you to decant all the tea from the teapot – sip in peace knowing your tea will not over-steep. These guys are also dishwasher safe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eContents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePorcelain Teapot (6oz)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1 Porcelain Pitcher (9oz)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 Porcelain Teacups (1.5 oz)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMicrowave and Dishwasher Safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProudly made in Taiwan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFine porcelain should be treated with care to avoid sudden temperature changes, which may cause cracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Links\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/how-to-make-tea-in-a-teapot\"\u003eHow to brew tea using a clay teapot\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca class=\"uu\" href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/blogs\/tea-atelier\/how-to-care-for-your-clay-teapot\"\u003eHow to care for your clay teapot\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45567936790715,"sku":"310301","price":102.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/porcelain_ceramic3.jpg?v=1709231729"},{"product_id":"black-sesame-cake","title":"Black Sesame Cake","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Sesame Cake combines traditional Taiwanese flavors with a modern twist. Each square is filled with ground black sesame and peanuts, wrapped in soft, buttery pastry. Inspired by our love for traditional snacks and as the perfect tea companion, these cakes are the result of multiple iterations of recipe testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePackaged in boxes of eight, each Black Sesame Cake offers a taste of tradition and craftsmanship. We hope each box brings you a heavy dose of happiness at your daily teatime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nutty flavors of black sesame and peanuts pair well with our roasted teas. Try them with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/collections\/tea\/products\/frozen-summit-tea\" class=\"uu\"\u003eFrozen Summit\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/collections\/tea\/products\/alishan-high-mountain-tea\" class=\"uu\"\u003eMount Ali\u003c\/a\u003e, and let the nuttiness of roasted oolong enhance the buttery pastry. Enjoy!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eContents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8 Black Sesame Cakes per box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach cake is approximately 2\" x 1.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Sesame cakes are sealed in individual cellophane bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlour, butter, sugar, black sesame, mung bean, peanuts, milk powder, eggs, maltose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eProduced in a facility that processes wheat, milk, egg, soy, tree nuts, \u0026amp; peanuts.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Sesame cakes will remain fresh at room temperature for 15 days from the packing date, or they can be stored up to 4 weeks refrigerated or 2 months in the freezer. We are not responsible for delays in shipping once the package has been transferred to the carrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePurchase in-person\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack Sesame cakes can also be purchased in-person at our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/pages\/tea-shop\"\u003eTea Room\u003c\/a\u003e during regular business hours. For larger quantities pickup, please placed an order ahead of time by selecting pickup at checkout. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Té Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45879842799803,"sku":"203101","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0223\/8891\/files\/black-sesame-cake-top-view.jpg?v=1718822056"}],"url":"https:\/\/tecompanytea.mom\/collections\/mothers-day-tea-time-gift.oembed","provider":"Té Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}