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Checkout the origins, flavors, and traditions of various tea varieties. From the verdant fields of tea estates to the artisanal craftsmanship behind each blend, we offer a glimpse into the rich tapestry of tea culture. Discover the nuances of each tea type and explore its unique journey from leaf to cup. For tailored tea solutions to suit your preferences, reach out to us at Dfresh. Let us elevate your tea experience together.
Tea Grades Overview
Orthodox
Orthodox tea refers to tea leaves that are processed using traditional methods, preserving the integrity of the leaves. These methods include handpicking, withering, rolling, oxidation, and drying. Orthodox teas are known for their high-quality leaves, distinctive flavors, and complex aromas. Each step of the process is carefully controlled to ensure optimal flavor development and leaf appearance. Orthodox teas are often characterized by their whole leaf or large leaf particle size, which contributes to a smoother, more nuanced cup of tea.
CTC (Crush, Tear, Curl)
CTC tea is a type of tea processing method that involves mechanically crushing, tearing, and curling the tea leaves into small, uniform particles. This method produces granular tea leaves that brew quickly and yield strong, robust flavors. CTC teas are commonly used in tea bags and are favored for their bold taste and quick infusion time. They are often chosen for masala chai blends or as a base for milk tea due to their strong, malty flavor profile. CTC teas are prized for their consistency and affordability, making them popular choices for mass production and commercial use.
Specialty Tea
Specialty tea encompasses a wide range of teas that are distinguished by their unique flavors, production methods, and regional characteristics. These teas are often handcrafted in small batches and undergo meticulous processing to preserve their distinctive qualities. Specialty teas can include a variety of styles, such as white tea, green tea, oolong tea, and black tea, as well as herbal infusions and flavored blends. These teas are prized for their complexity, aroma, and terroir, reflecting the specific growing conditions and craftsmanship of each tea estate.
Combo Blend Tea
Combo tea blends are a combination of different types of tea grades or varieties, carefully blended to create a balanced and harmonious flavor profile. These blends may incorporate orthodox, CTC, and specialty teas, as well as herbs, spices, fruits, or flowers, depending on the desired taste and aroma. Combo teas offer versatility and creativity in tea blending, allowing producers to experiment with unique flavor combinations and cater to diverse consumer preferences. Whether enjoyed hot or cold, combo teas provide a delightful fusion of flavors and textures, making them a popular choice among tea enthusiasts worldwide.
Tea from Around the World
Assam Tea
In India's northeastern region, Assam's vast tea gardens near the Brahmaputra River offer strong, flavorful teas. From the first harvest in April to the famous Tippy Orthodox Teas in May and June, Assam teas have a rich smell and golden tips that give them a sweet taste, loved by tea fans worldwide.
Darjeeling Tea
Nestled in the Himalayas, Darjeeling's tea gardens produce some of the best teas globally. From the flowery taste of spring to the rich flavors of autumn, Darjeeling teas are known for their elegant taste and pleasant smells, making them a favorite among tea lovers.
Sri Lanka (Ceylon) Tea
In Sri Lanka's lush hills, you'll find excellent teas grown in places like the Uva district and Dimbula. Ceylon teas have a mild, fruity smell and a lovely reddish color, making them a delightful choice for tea drinkers.
Kenya Tea
Kenya's high-up tea farms in the Nandi and Kericho regions offer bright, fragrant teas with a reddish-brown color and a refreshing taste. Kenyan teas are known for their bold flavor, making them popular among tea enthusiasts.
Vietnam Tea
Vietnam's diverse climate gives rise to a wide range of teas, each with its unique taste and aroma. From earthy Pu-erh to fragrant Jasmine, Vietnamese teas offer a delightful journey of flavors for tea lovers to explore.
Turkish Tea
Turkish tea has a deep amber to reddish-brown hue, showcasing its rich, bold flavor profile. The tea is known for its strong, robust taste with a slight bitterness, reflecting its bold black tea base and the traditional brewing method.
Japanese Tea
Japanese tea ranges from the vibrant green of Sencha and Matcha to the warm, reddish-brown of Hojicha, each with its own unique flavor characteristics. Sencha offers a fresh, grassy note, Matcha provides a rich umami flavor, and Hojicha imparts a toasty, roasted essence.
Tea from Around the World
Assam Tea
In India's northeastern region, Assam's vast tea gardens near the Brahmaputra River offer strong, flavorful teas. From the first harvest in April to the famous Tippy Orthodox Teas in May and June, Assam teas have a rich smell and golden tips that give them a sweet taste, loved by tea fans worldwide.
Darjeeling Tea
Nestled in the Himalayas, Darjeeling's tea gardens produce some of the best teas globally. From the flowery taste of spring to the rich flavors of autumn, Darjeeling teas are known for their elegant taste and pleasant smells, making them a favorite among tea lovers.
Sri Lanka (Ceylon) Tea
In Sri Lanka's lush hills, you'll find excellent teas grown in places like the Uva district and Dimbula. Ceylon teas have a mild, fruity smell and a lovely reddish color, making them a delightful choice for tea drinkers.
Kenya Tea
Kenya's high-up tea farms in the Nandi and Kericho regions offer bright, fragrant teas with a reddish-brown color and a refreshing taste. Kenyan teas are known for their bold flavor, making them popular among tea enthusiasts.
Vietnam Tea
Vietnam's diverse climate gives rise to a wide range of teas, each with its unique taste and aroma. From earthy Pu-erh to fragrant Jasmine, Vietnamese teas offer a delightful journey of flavors for tea lovers to explore.
Varieties of Tea
Black Tea
Black tea offers a robust flavor and undergoes oxidation, distinguishing it from other types like oolongs or greens. Cherished worldwide for its invigorating taste and enticing aroma, black tea is crafted from hand-plucked leaves of the Camellia Sinensis plant. These leaves undergo a meticulous rolling process to initiate fermentation, followed by air-drying until they turn black. The final step involves sifting to separate different grades.
Green Tea
Green tea skips the oxidation process, preserving its natural flavors and health benefits. After steaming to halt fermentation enzymes, the leaves are rolled and fired multiple times until completely dried. This delicate process requires precise control to prevent fermentation. Like black tea, green tea can be infused with various flavors to create unique blends.
White Tea
Crafted from partially processed leaves of the Camellia Sinensis plant, white tea retains a subtle flavor and appearance. After enzyme destruction, the leaves are sun-dried or mechanically dried, resulting in a light-colored brew with a unique flavor profile. Due to its limited production volume, white tea commands a higher price and is highly valued in the global tea market.
Herbal Tea
Herbal tea is a delightful and versatile beverage made from the leaves, flowers, seeds, or roots of various plants, rather than traditional tea leaves. It's naturally caffeine-free, making it a great choice for any time of day. Popular herbs used in these teas include chamomile, peppermint, and rooibos, each offering its own unique flavor and health benefits.
Our Tea Export Services
Estate Tea Procurement
At Dfresh, our dedicated team of tasters traverses the tea-producing regions extensively, sourcing only the finest teas from reputable estates. Through regular engagement with top-tier estates, we consistently secure the cream of the crop for our blends.
Blending
Crafting the perfect blend is an art at Dfresh. Our blends are meticulously curated by expert blenders and tea tasters, who skillfully combine teas from various origins and estates, each imparting distinct characteristics in terms of liquor, size, aroma, infusion, and color. The result is a harmonious blend that truly encapsulates value for our customers.
Warehousing
Our state-of-the-art warehousing and blending facility ensure optimum conditions for storage, packaging, and blending. With controlled humidity levels of 30-50%, we maintain the integrity of our teas until they reach our discerning clientele.
Packaging
Tradition meets innovation in our packaging solutions at Dfresh. While traditional tea chests are giving way to modern alternatives, such as multi-layered aluminum-lined paper sacks, polypropylene woven sacks, and corrugated fiber boxes, each packaging method is chosen with precision to ensure the preservation of flavor and quality.
Shipping
With a global reach, we facilitate shipments by both sea and air. Every customer and order is treated individually, with a focus on securing the most competitive shipping rates. While sea freight remains the primary mode of export, air freight is utilized for expedited delivery of premium teas. From containerized shipments to palletized handling, we ensure your teas reach their destination efficiently and intact.
Our Customized Solutions
Explore our range of non-retail products tailored to meet the needs of businesses and organizations. From bulk orders for corporate events to custom blends for food service providers, we offer premium products designed for commercial use.