Mozambique OP1 Monte Metilile – Organic Black Tea
Farmers at the Mozambican garden Monte Metilile rely on the organic way of cultivating tea plants, and their harvest exceeds all expectations! An orthodox black tea with a delicate, malty flavor and fruity notes will be engraved upon your bones. Mozambique is making a comeback as a major producer of quality tea, so don't miss out!
Shipping methods
| Nizozemská pošta HD - zásilkovna | Delivered by 16. 7. | 1,00 € |
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 DHL |
Delivered by 16. 7. | 4,90 € |
Ingredients
100 % Black tea Mosambique OP1 Monte Metilile BIOBrew & Taste
Mozambique OP1 Monte Metilile organic black tea stands out for its delicacy, malty taste and light caress of fresh fruit. Its complex flavor is captivating, inviting for another sip and leaving a pleasant feeling of freshness on the palate. The infusion of this black tea is sparkly amber, and the aroma is sweet, fresh, and slightly grassy.
Origins
The history of Mozambican tea growing and processing is quite complicated. Indeed, so is the history of the entire country in Southeast Africa. The Republic of Mozambique is bathed by the waters of the Indian Ocean and it was discovered by Vasco de Gama on his voyages. From 1505-1975, Mozambique was under Portuguese control. And almost immediately after gaining independence, a 15-year civil war broke out.
As far as geography is concerned, the Republic of Mozambique is comparable in size to Turkey and the population isn't an outstanding number. Mozambique has a tropical climate, seasons can be divided into 2 types of weather: frequent rains from October to March and droughts from April to September.
The Monte Metilile tea garden is located at an altitude of 1,100m. Thanks to the rich soil on which the Chinese tea trees (Camellia sinensis) are planted and the ideal temperature and rainfall conditions, it produces tea of exceptional quality. For Mozambique, this is a top-quality tea, and it is certified with the organic label. News of its quality is spreading globally, and the demand is increasing. Monte Metilile is one of the few local gardens to return to prominence after the civil war. A large part of the plantation, uncultivated for over 20 years, has been taken over by our partner Cha de Magoma. Thanks to the careful selection of tea trees, thorough daily work and use of modern machinery, he manages to grow, harvest and produce exquisite tea. The tea leaves are hand-picked, just like other traditional and CTC teas in the world.
This black tea is typical for its finely curled leaves with a high amount of golden tips. Such a beautiful appearance, which is accompanied by a unique taste and specific aroma, can only be achieved by the aforementioned hand-picking and delicate processing. The traditional processing is based on the Chinese method and involves hand-picking, withering, rolling, fermentation, and drying. Finally, the tea is sorted and packed.
Benefits of ingredients:
Tea packaging preview
We pack our teas in a strong, zip-lock aluminum packet which allows you to easily re-seal its contents. This container protects the quality of the tea against humidity, light or foreign odors, all of which could noticeably affect the quality of the brew.
Preparation
100 °C
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3-5 minutes
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1 teaspoon for 150-200 ml
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Instructions for preparation
Pour 150-200ml of boiled water (100°C) per 1 teaspoon of tea.
When brewing in a teapot add 1 extra teaspoon.
Covered, let steep for 3-5 minutes, then remove the strainer.
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