Sommelier Tea Collection

The collection features nine hand-selected teas across black, green, oolong, and white categories:

Black Teas:

• Royal Assam – Bold and malty with a robust body
• Royal Darjeeling – Delicate floral notes with muscatel sweetness
• Royal Ceylon – Bright and citrusy with a crisp finish

Green Teas:

• Dragon Well – Grassy sweetness with a smooth, clean finish
• Gyokuro – Rich umami depth with a velvety texture

Oolong Teas:

• Oriental Beauty – Fruity and floral with honey-like complexity
• Ali Shan Mountain – Creamy and smooth with delicate floral aroma

White Teas:

• Silver Tips – Subtle sweetness with a clean, refined finish
• Organic Pai Mu Tan – Gentle floral notes with a mellow, soothing body

These limited-edition teas are selected for their exceptional quality, single-origin provenance, and spring-harvest timing, when leaves are at their most flavorful. Each showcases the purity of hand-plucked, full-leaf teas from the Camellia Sinensis plant, preserving natural polyphenols and authentic flavor. Whether you’re exploring the bold richness of Royal Assam or the delicate sweetness of Silver Tips, every tea reveals distinct characteristics shaped by terroir and expert craftsmanship.

Black Teas (Royal Assam, Royal Darjeeling, Royal Ceylon): Use water at 95°C and steep for 3–5 minutes to bring out bold flavors and malty or fruity notes.

Green Teas (Dragon Well, Gyokuro): Use water at 75–80°C and steep for 2–3 minutes to highlight fresh, grassy, or umami profiles without bitterness.

Oolong Teas (Oriental Beauty, Ali Shan Mountain): Use water at 90–95°C and steep for 3–4 minutes to reveal floral and creamy complexity.

White Teas (Silver Tips, Organic Pai Mu Tan): Use water at 80–85°C and steep for 3–4 minutes to allow delicate floral sweetness to unfold naturally.

Keep your brewing parameters consistent across sessions to compare results more easily and discover how subtle changes affect the cup.

Start by observing the dry leaves, notice color, shape, and aroma. Once brewed, inhale deeply to capture the fragrance, then take your first sip when the tea has cooled slightly. Pay attention to sweetness, body, texture, and any lingering finish. With each steep, subtle shifts in aroma and flavor emerge, revealing the tea’s true character and helping you identify what you enjoy most.

Pour smaller portions and take short breaks between cups. Rinse your palate with room temperature water and keep plain crackers or bread nearby to reset your senses. If you’re tasting several teas in one session, perhaps comparing all three black teas or moving from green to white, pause for a few minutes before continuing to keep your perception fresh and focused.

Both. The same clarity that makes these teas ideal for thoughtful tasting also makes them wonderful for everyday sipping. Once you understand each tea’s character, whether it’s the muscatel sweetness of Royal Darjeeling or the umami richness of Gyokuro, brew at your preferred strength and savor the balance and wellbeing they bring to your daily routine.

Absolutely. Here are three easy flight ideas:

Black Tea Flight: Compare Royal Assam, Royal Darjeeling, and Royal Ceylon to explore how terroir shapes boldness, floral notes, and citrus brightness.

Green Tea Flight: Taste Dragon Well alongside Gyokuro to notice the difference between grassy sweetness and deep umami depth.

White Tea Flight: Brew Silver Tips and Organic Pai Mu Tan side by side to experience how processing and leaf selection create subtle variations in floral sweetness and body.

Use the same brewing parameters for each tea in the flight, then record your observations to discover your cup of tea.

Keep unopened packages away from light, heat, moisture, and strong odors. After opening, transfer your tea to one of our Japanese tea cans for optimal preservation. These airtight, opaque canisters protect delicate aromas and maintain freshness far longer than standard packaging. Avoid storing near spices or coffee, which can transfer unwanted scents to the leaves. Proper storage ensures every steep delivers the clarity and balance these rare teas are known for.

Not at all. A simple teapot or infuser and a kettle with temperature control are enough to get started. For a more authentic and immersive experience, consider using a Gongfu tea set, which allows multiple short infusions that reveal evolving layers of flavor with each steep. If you enjoy exploring tea more deeply, a timer and small notebook help you record observations across brewing sessions, making it easier to refine your technique and discover which parameters bring out the best in every blend.

If you enjoy bold, robust flavors, start with Royal Assam. If you prefer something lighter and more delicate, try Dragon Well or Organic Pai Mu Tan. For a unique, complex experience, explore Oriental Beauty with its fruity, honey-like profile. Each tea offers a different entry point into the art of mindful tasting.

Every tea in the Sommelier Tea Collection is hand-plucked and sourced from trusted gardens. Tchaba’s commitment to real tea means only full-leaf teas from the Camellia Sinensis plant are used, preserving natural polyphenols, antioxidants, and the authentic flavor you deserve. All packaging is certified plastic-free, reflecting our dedication to transparency, traceability, and sustainability.

You can explore and order the full Sommelier Tea Collection directly from our website. Experience the convenience of local delivery and the quality of artisanal tea, delivered to your door.