Ceylon Aislaby "Minthy"

This black tea vintage comes from the Tea Estate Aislaby culminating at 1,200m above sea level on the south east mountainous hills of the island of Sri Lanka. It is located in the region of Uva in the district of Badulla.

During July and August, in this terroir of Uva, a microclimate inducing water stress coupled with altitude and wind causes the tea plants to secrete an aromatic compound allowing the plant to defend itself against certain predators with a marked smell of wintergreen. with camphor and mint notes. Incredible to taste, it will go wonderfully with your brunch, but also pan-fried forest mushrooms, grilled tofu, game or a simple compote of plums and prunes...