March 2025 Artisan Tea and Pastry Subscription Box | Tea J Tea
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Welcome to the March 2025 Artisan Tea and Pastry Subscription Box, where heritage and flavor combine to present a captivating array of tastes and cultural delights. Discover the depth of our Shan Lin Shi Oolong, sourced directly from Taiwan. This tea is beautifully complemented by our Pistachio Almond Biscotti and Bamboo Charcoal Peanuts, offering a delightful balance of sweet and nutty flavors. Our Prickly Pear tea from the USA is an excellent choice for those who appreciate vibrant and fruity notes. This refreshing brew pairs perfectly with our Hawthorn Candy and Yuja Cheesecake Cookies, adding a sweet and tangy twist to your tea experience. Completing our collection is the Chocolate Chai from the USA, an Explorer tea designed to broaden your tea horizons with its rich blend of spices and chocolate. This month's box is thoughtfully curated to enhance your tea time with various flavors and textures catering to diverse palates. Dive into our March selection and enjoy a harmonious journey through each carefully paired tea and pastry.
Follow our My Tea Time blog series to explore your monthly tea experiences. Without further ado, let's begin our March tea journey!
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March Tea and Pastry Subscription: Origins
Step into tradition and craftsmanship with our Origins Shan Lin Shi Oolong, a standout in the March 2025 Artisan Tea and Pastry Subscription Box. Grown high in the misty Lin Xi Mountain of Taiwan, this tea is a labor of love, carefully handpicked in April 2024 to capture its signature toasty, sweet, and floral notes. Each sip offers a delicate balance of warmth and refinement, making it an experience rather than just a drink. We’ve chosen this artisan oolong tea for the March 2025 Artisan Tea and Pastry Subscription Box to ensure every cup delivers a moment of tranquility and indulgence. Whether you enjoy it as part of your morning ritual or a quiet afternoon escape, this tea is a perfect companion for slowing down and savoring the richness of nature.
Tea Name: Shan Lin Shi Oolong – Taiwan
Origin:Â Lin Xi Mountain, Taiwan
Elevation:Â Grown at elevations between 800 to 1500 meters, providing the ideal climate for premium oolong cultivation.
Cultivation:Â Cultivated using traditional methods emphasizing sustainability and careful handpicking to ensure only the finest leaves are selected.
Harvest Date:Â April 2024
Brewing Instructions: For a perfect cup, use 1 tablespoon of tea leaves per 8 oz (about 250 ml) of water. Steep for 30 seconds, allowing for a second infusion with an additional 5 seconds if desired. The ideal water temperature is 212°F (100°C). Enjoy the evolving flavors through multiple infusions.
Tea Aroma and Taste
Our Shan Lin Shi Oolong presents a harmonious blend of toasty and sweet flavors with subtle floral undertones. Each sip reveals a rich and refreshing complex profile, making it a versatile choice for any time of day. The smooth aroma enhances the drinking experience, inviting you to savor the delicate balance of tradition and nature.
Appearance:Â The tea leaves exhibit a glossy, dark green hue and are tightly rolled to preserve their freshness and flavor.
Smell:Â Exuding a warm, inviting aroma with hints of roasted nuts and delicate floral notes.
Taste:Â Offers a rich and smooth flavor experience with a lingering sweetness and nuanced floral finish, perfectly balanced by its toasty base.
Pastry Pairings
Pairing our Shan Lin Shi Oolong with the Pistachio Almond Biscotti and Bamboo Charcoal Peanuts elevates your tea experience. These carefully selected pastries complement the tea's rich and nuanced flavors, creating a delightful balance that enhances each bite and sip.
Pistachio Almond Biscotti - Italy
The Pistachio Almond Biscotti from Italy offers a sweet and nutty flavor with a satisfying crispy texture. These thin, crunchy pastries are studded with visible pistachio and almond pieces, contrasting the smooth, toasty notes of the Shan Lin Shi Oolong. Perfect for dipping, they enhance the tea's subtle floral undertones, making each bite a harmonious complement to your sipping experience.
Bamboo Charcoal Peanuts - Taiwan
Our Bamboo Charcoal Peanut combines the mildly earthy flavor of bamboo charcoal with peanuts' rich, nutty taste. This distinctive black pastry adds visual contrast and a crunchy texture that pairs beautifully with the oolong tea's medium caffeine content and robust flavor profile. Bamboo charcoal is believed to aid digestion and detoxification, making this pastry a unique and health-conscious choice for your tea time.
Palate Cleanser (for taste testing): Our tea box includes saltine crackers to cleanse your palate, whether you're enjoying spicy, bitter, or sweet notes.
(Read more about Tea J Tea’s recommended way of tasting: Sip-Bite-Sip)
March 2025 Tea and Pastry Box: Fruity or Floral
Discover the vibrant and refreshing flavors of Prickly Pear, a captivating blend that perfectly balances sour and tangy notes with the richness of red fruits. Crafted in the USA, this tea offers a unique combination of green rooibos, green tea, hibiscus, freeze-dried pear, and safflower, creating a delightful experience for tea enthusiasts looking to explore new taste sensations.
Tea Name: Prickly Pear
Ingredients: A harmonious blend of green rooibos, green tea, hibiscus, freeze-dried pear, and safflower.
Year: 2025
Caffeine Content: Low-Medium
Brewing Instructions: For an optimal cup of Prickly Pear tea, use one tablespoon of tea leaves for every 8 ounces (250 ml) of water. Bring the water to a boil at 212°F (100°C) and steep the tea for 1-2 minutes. This method allows for a balanced extraction of flavors, perfect for enjoying both hot and iced.
Tea Aroma and Taste
Prickly Pear captivates the senses with its vibrant aroma and lively flavors. The enticing sour and tangy notes are complemented by the sweet essence of red fruits, creating a well-rounded and invigorating taste experience. Each sip offers a refreshing burst of uplifting and satisfying flavor.
Appearance: This tea presents a beautiful amber hue with hints of red from the hibiscus and freeze-dried pear, making it as visually appealing as it is flavorful.
Smell: The aroma is a delightful blend of tangy red fruits and subtle floral notes, offering a sensory preview of the tea's rich flavor profile.
Tasting Notes: Prickly Pear delivers a harmonious balance of sour and tangy flavors intertwined with the sweetness of red fruits, creating a lively and refreshing cup that delights the palate.
Pastry Pairings
Enhance your tea experience by pairing Prickly Pear with our carefully selected pastries. The sweet-tart flavors and varied textures of Hawthorn Candy and Yuja Cheesecake Cookies complement the lively notes of the tea, creating a balanced and enjoyable combination.
Hawthorn Candy (China)
Hawthorn Candy, made from high-quality hawthorn berries, offers a delightful mix of tangy-sweet flavors with a chewy texture. This confection is rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants, providing a beneficial boost alongside your tea. Its sweet-tart profile makes it an excellent complement to the vibrant flavors of Prickly Pear tea.
Yuja Cheesecake Cookies (South Korea)
Yuja Cheesecake Cookies feature a creamy cheesecake infused with the citrusy brightness of yuja (yuzu). The smooth filling and buttery, crumbly crust create a delightful contrast to the crisp texture of the cookies. Best enjoyed chilled, these cookies pair beautifully with Prickly Pear tea's bright and fruity notes, enhancing the overall tasting experience.
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March 2025 Artisan Tea and Pastry Subscription Box: Explorer Tea
Try Something New
Discover the rich and spicy notes of our Explorer Chocolate Chai. This dynamic blend combines robust black tea with the warmth of ginger root, the sweetness of cinnamon chips, and the indulgence of chocolate bits. It is perfect for those seeking a flavorful and delicious tea experience.
Tea Name:Â Chocolate Chai
Processing:Â Our Chocolate Chai is meticulously crafted by blending premium black tea leaves with natural ginger root, cinnamon chips, and high-quality chocolate bits, ensuring a harmonious and flavorful infusion.
Year:Â 2025
Caffeine Content:Â Medium-High
Brewing Instructions: For a perfect cup of Chocolate Chai, use one tablespoon of tea per 8 ounces (250 ml) of water. Heat the water to 212°F (100°C) and steep the blend for 2 minutes. This tea also allows for a second infusion, enhancing the depth of its rich flavors. Enjoy it hot with your choice of milk or a plant-based alternative for a creamy delight.
Tea Aroma and Taste
Indulge your senses with the enticing aroma and complex flavors of our Chocolate Chai. The robust black tea provides a strong foundation, while the ginger root adds a spicy kick. Cinnamon chips infuse a sweet warmth, and chocolate bits deliver a smooth, decadent finish, creating a well-rounded and satisfying tea experience.
Appearance:Â The tea showcases deep amber hues with visible specks of cinnamon and chocolate, inviting you to savor each cup.
Smell: A rich and aromatic blend, the scent combines the earthy notes of black tea with the sweet and spicy essence of cinnamon and ginger, complemented by the comforting aroma of chocolate.
Tasting Notes:Â Experience the initial boldness of black tea, followed by the zing of ginger and the sweetness of cinnamon. The chocolate adds a luxurious finish, making each sip a delightful journey of flavors.
Are you interested in previous subscription boxes from earlier months? Check out Last Month’s box ( February 2025 Tea Time in A Box).
