It would certainly interest you to know how those fresh tea leaves plucked from luscious tea gardens finally end up in a flavourful cup of tea that entices your taste buds. Not all leaves could come so far, but the very best would certainly do, because the best teas of any origin are always reserved for our brands. The origin of tea is the primary determinant of its quality. The soil composition and atmospheric conditions contribute to a distinct flavour and a unique identity to each tea. However it demands uncompromised devotion for quality and a great degree of expertise to bring out the noble qualities of this divine leaf at every stage of its exotic journey into your cup of tea.
' What can possibly top a minute of peace enjoyed over a Cup of Tea?

Whether hot or iced, tea reminds us to slow down and savor the moment. '
Even the teas hailing from exclusive gard ens, could lose its privileged properties due to lack of expertise and due care. From exclusive single origin teas, to unique signature blends- every tea bud and leaf that reaches your cup of tea is carefully selected, skilfully processed and delicately made, knowing that YOU deserve the best.
 Selecting The Right Cup of Tea
The right cup of tea is a personal choice, which is unique to each individual. Depending on the time of the day, your mood and your taste, the right cup of tea would vary. We have over 200 different tea products, which are made to exciting recipes, and come in attractive packages of different sizes, to ensure there is something special for you, each time you seek a cup of tea. If your desire is to feel invigorated, relaxed or refreshed, we have the right formula to entice your taste buds. We have scaled every product according to its characteristics to guide you to select the right cup of tea for you, at anytime.
 This February – We celebrate historical legends of Romance


As we celebrate with you this February one can’t help but reflect on the epic romances that have gone down in history. The most significantly remembered tale is that of Romeo & Juliet, but we forget that aside from that there are many other legendary couples who have sacrificed everything in the name of love….but for some reason, are not known by many. In this space, we reflect upon 02 such amazing stories.

Antony and Cleopatra – The story of the last Pharaoh of Egypt and the dashing Roman general

Cleopatra VII was one of the most famous women in history and was the brilliant and beautiful last Pharaoh of Egypt. Cleopatra was often portrayed as a femme fatale, but what you may not know is that Cleopatra was a deeply religious lady who had once studied to be a nun. She was academically accomplished as well. She was a mathematician and gifted linguist fluent in nine different languages, which is truly admirable for such a stately figure. Cleopatra was also skilled politician who was popular with her people. In a nutshell, one could say Cleopatra was a dream girl of her times!

Despite all her accomplishments, what she was famously known for was her epic romance with dashing Roman general, Marc Antony. Despite her previous indiscretions, it is said that Anthony & Cleopatra were very much in love and had married despite the political risk and the opposition by the Roman politicians. However, in the end, like all epic love stories – theirs ended in a tragedy…At a time when the combined forces of Antony and Cleopatra in the battle of Actium were defeated; hearing a false report that Cleopatra was dead, Antony fell on his sword. With no hope left, Cleopatra induced a poisonous asp to bite her…

Such devotion & sacrifice could only inspire us this February, when we are celebrating Love


Abelard and Heloise - A monk and a nun whose love letters revealed their sacrifice and loyalty

The tragic story of Abelard and Heloise has resonated through the ages. Around 1100, Peter Abelard had come to Paris to study at the school of Notre Dame, and later gained a reputation as an outstanding philosopher.

Fulbert, the canon of Notre Dame, hired Abelard to tutor his niece, Heloise. Abelard and the scholarly Heloise had fallen deeply in love, conceived a child, and secretly married. Heloise’s uncle had been was furious upon finding out about this, so Abelard, fearing for Heloise’s safety, had her sent to a convent.
This selfless action of Abelard had been misinterpreted by Heloise’s uncle – thinking that Abelard intended to abandon Heloise, so Fulbert had his servants castrate Abelard while he slept. After this incident, Abelard decided to become a monk and devoted his entire life to learning. The heartbroken Heloise became wanted no other life without Abelard and so she became a nun.

What is amazing is that despite their separations and tribulations, Abelard and Heloise remained forever in love, devoted only to each other and to God. Their poignant love letters were later published – which is how the world came to know of this tragic romance which had taken place between two ordinary people who were a part of an extraordinary lover story…..


I hold it true, whate'er befall;
I feel it, when I sorrow most;
'Tis better to have loved and lost
Than never to have loved at all.
- Alfred Tennyson -
 
 Product of the Month

Qualitea Golden Leaf SUNSET metal can


A treat to those who seek something beyond the ‘Everyday Cup of Tea’. Gift a Qualitea Golden Leaf SUNSET metal can this February!

 The Cup of life
Tea is not merely a thirst quencher. Chinese folklore reveals that its numerous virtues were known to mankind for thousands of years ever since the first tea leaf fascinated Shen Nung- the divine healer in 2737 BC. The miraculous virtues of this divine leaf is craved now more than ever due to increasing health hazards confronted by the world. Modern science has begun to rediscover the long esteemed health benefits which were designated as muses of tea fanatics.

We have a range of soothing green teas, invigorating black teas, fruity flavoured teas and much more which delivers all tea’s virtuous qualities to present you an exquisite cup of tea.

 Put the dot to obesity!

A report published by the World Health Organization in 1998 highlighted obesity as a growing global epidemic, alerting of an emerging health hazard to the entire world. The primary cause of obesity is found to be wrong food habits and lack of exercises, which happens to be unforeseen consequences of technical advancement and development of economies.

For years it was believed that green tea could have beneficial effects on weight management. Recent research suggest that green tea may reduce the rate of absorption of carbohydrate without adversely affecting a person’s nutritional status, and may further release carbohydrates and promote burning of stored fat. Research has revealed that persons who include green tea in their diet may reduce their weight faster than the persons who are simply dieting. For thousands of years green tea has been a staple of China, Japan and in many other countries in the Far East. However never be myopic to believe that drinking green tea alone would shed pounds overnight. Introduce nutritious and healthy food to your diet, not forgetting a few cups of green tea accompanied with adequate exercise to your life style. Green tea will bring you closer to your dream of having the perfect figure and a healthier life.