Tea-Green to Black, Oolong and Herbal

All tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant, a warm-weather evergreen. How the fresh leaves of the tea plant are processed and their level of contact with oxygen determine resulting types of tea. During oxidation, tea leaves undergo natural chemical reactions that result in distinctive color and taste characteristics. Green tea is not oxidized at all -- the leaves are steamed, rolled and dried while black tea is allowed to oxidize for two to four hours. Oolong tea falls somewhere between green and black teas, in that the leaves are only partially oxidized.
Tea is grown in thousands of tea gardens or estates around the world, resulting in thousands of flavorful variations. Like wines, each tea takes its name for the district in which it's grown, and each district is known for producing tea with unique flavor and character.
Herbal teas do not come from Camellia sinensis, but are and infusion of leaves, roots, bark, seed or flowers of other plants.
Not only is tea a great alternative to other beverages, recent research has shown that the antioxidants in tea may inhibit the growth of cancer cells and suport cardiovascular health.

Enjoy a cup of tea today! A Grande Finale Teas

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A Grande Finale Patisserie is pleased to offer teas from Vail Mountain Coffee and Tea Co. They are committed to sourcing, producing and supplying the finest coffee and teas, while ensuring their growers are fairly compensated.

Enjoy life, drink tea and eat dessert!
Nicole, Genny, Sara
Leslie, Mina, Shandon, Katie,
Amanda & Alex
Your staff at A Grande Finale Patisserie