The Tea Gifts To Give That Discerning Friend For Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year is here and if you're planning to get gifts for your loved ones (apart from oranges) but have yet to decide on what's best, these teas are a great option to consider - and no, we are not talking about your ordinary tea bags.
By SOFIA KIM,
Premium Australian tea brand T2 has just launched its latest CNY collection that consists of a wide range of Chinese teas and teaware, specially curated for the festive season’s feasting and gifting. From reunion dinners to catch-ups with close friends, the brand's array of teas are great with traditional Chinese dishes and best served in gorgeous T2 teaware. Here, the ones to get.
#1: Lunar New Year Limited Edition Teas
In a gold and red packaging, the brand's limited edition teas include China Lychee and Treasures of the East. It has a winning combination of Keemun and lychee fruit, the former having a blend of floral sweetness from the Chinese black tea with the aroma of the exotic fruit. The flavoured black tea is a lighter option that is perfect on its own or can also be paired with any snack. For something more traditional, the Treasures of the East set is made with a trio of Chinese flavours - Grand Yunnan (black tea), China Jasmine (green tea) and Ti Kuan Yin (oolong tea).
#2: Classic Chinese Teas
Light dishes such as the raw fish and shredded vegetables in yu sheng partner perfectly with a delicate white tea like Pai Mu Tan, while the the Dong Ding Oolong mellows out richer flavours. In need of a cleanse after all the feasting? Opt for Pi Lo Chun or the divine and calming Buddha’s Tears, which are both rare and highly-prized green teas that are best served on their own.
#3: Luxury Teaware Gifts
The luxurious Tamago Gata Egg Cast Iron Teapot is a unique option for cast iron aficionados. The Gold Pineapple Teapot is shaped like a pineapple and makes for a quirky centerpiece in any home. For that friend who loves spending her weekend afternoons with a book and a cup of tea, the collectible Charley Harper Lady Bug Tea for One set is ideal as it comes with beautifully illustrated prints. Bonus: It's super Instagram-worthy too.
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