The summertime favorite: Strawberry Tea has been the summertime favorite tea for many years. Our special blend of Strawberry Tea has an extremely refreshing taste. The Strawberry Tea is made from all natural ingredients.

We received a lovely letter from a lady in the United States today. She had been here in Australia on holiday and bought some of our Strawberry Fruit Tea from Woolworths. She wrote to say she thinks it is the “best Strawberry Tea in the World”.

LANTERNS and dragons may spring to mind when you think of Chinese New Year, but a cup of tea is also high on the celebration agenda.

Because the Chinese mostly drink their tea without milk Australian Fruit Tea is a perfect choice - Finest Black Leaf Tea (grown without the use of herbicides and pesticides) with a hint of fruit - flavoured with the essential oils from the skin of the fruit and real fruit pieces.

“A nice cup of tea is not only good for us, but makes us feel good and now we can mark the Chinese year of the rat with a new healthy habit.”

In some regions, the first thing to be drunk at New Year is a cup of tea with lotus seeds, tea with sweet jujube served with watermelon seeds and sticky rice flour cakes. As you take a sip, you must say “tiantian mimi,” meaning “life will be happy,” and as you eat the cakes “bubu denggao,” meaning “you will be promoted to a high position.” Lotus seeds are also offered to married couples with the words “zaosheng guizi,” or “you will soon give birth to a boy.” The same day, filled sticky rice balls (tangyuan) are eaten for “tuantuan yuanyuan” so that all family members will be reunited and live in harmony.

Having been a T2 shopper for ages I found your product in Woolworths . I just had to write to let you know the product is sensational & you have a new family of customers for life.

We particularly love the Orange & Blackberry, (love it??? its heaven!). We eagerly await any new Citrus / Berry combinations you come up with. - Keep up the great work

In my own hands I hold a bowl of tea; I see all

of nature represented in its green color.
Closing my eyes I find green

mountains and pure water within my own heart.
Silently sitting alone

and drinking tea, I feel these become part of me.

Ever opened a commercial tea-bag from a large tea retailer? The tea is almost like a powder - like a saw-dust consistency.

Typically tea bags are filled with the tiniest pieces of broken leaves, called fannings

That’s the main difference between loose teas and bagged teas - the size of the leaves. And that’s what effects the resulting cup of tea.

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Australian Fruit Tea puts loose leaf tea in a tea bag

Australian Fruit Tea use tea grown without the use of herbicides or pesticides and are in loose leaf form so maximimum flavour and antioxidant levels can be enjoyed

Tea leaves contain chemicals and essential oils, which are the basis for the delightful flavour of tea. So when the tea leaves are broken up, those oils can evaporate, leaving a dull and tasteless tea.

Whereas loose teas are typically whole leaves or at least large pieces of leaves.

On top of the leaf size, there is also the space factor. Tea leaves need space to swell, expand and unfurl. Good water circulation around the leaves is important, which doesn’t typically happen in a cramped little tea bag.

These are some of the hardest times I recall in my lifetime, economically, socially, militarily, and politically we are being challenged every day. They call for all of us to gather our resources, make some bright spots in the day for ourselves and those around us, and reach out to others in need. Throughout history, in families, in literature, when faced with a difficult situation, someone would put the kettle on, get out the teapot, cups, spoons, and tea, and sit down for a breather, time to think things through, or share thoughts and feelings with a friend or loved one.

Research has proven that tea is the cup which is both invigorating and calming at the same time. The caffeine, less per cup by 2/3 than found in a cup of coffee, is tempered by a substance called theanine which provides the calming effects of tea. Rich in antioxidants, and available in such a wide variety of aromas, tastes,and colors, tea is versatile and economical. After enjoying your cups of tea, use save leftover tea in the refrigerator to enjoy iced, and add you spent leaves to the garden or compost to enrich your soil. Australian Fruit Tea 100g purchased at Woolworths stores nationwide an exquisite tea breaks down to just 12 cents a cup.

A gathering of friends can be turned into a party with just a package of biscuits or shortbread, simple tuna or chicken salad sandwiches cut into triangles, some toast and jam, or a simple cake served on colorful mix and match dishes with real napkins. The key to making it a party is a great tea, served hot or iced - Australian Fruit Tea every time.

So, turn these challenging times into an opportunity to nurture and enjoy the closeness and comradery that having tea together establishes (Aussies are good at this). And, before we know it, we’ll be on to the next challenge… and the next tea gathering! Enjoy.

If your looking for the best quality tea (and I mean if you go to a specialist tea shop to buy your loose leaf tea leaves - there is no doubt you will be paying a specialist price too) discover Australian Fruit Tea at Woolworths stores where you will receive a premium black leaf tea with a hint of fruit and you will be surprised how reasonable it is. It is also very cost effective to buy loose leaf tea, 1 heaped teaspoon makes a big pot full of tea for the whole family and then you can fill it up again and its still good. You will find Blackberry & Orange (just so refreshing) and Raspberry (such a pick up) and Strawberry (perfect for that afternoon cuppa and delightful before bed).

The old-fashioned high tea - scones, cakes, sandwiches and, of course, a refreshing cuppa - is enjoying a credit-crunch revival and attracting a new, young clientele, it was claimed yesterday.

Tea drinking customers are starting to shun expensive chain coffee houses in favour of more homely cafes and many more inviting their friends and neighbours back into their homes for a cuppa.

It was reported by the executive chairman of the UK Tea Council, “The event of afternoon tea is becoming fashionable again. It seems a younger generation is re-understanding the charm and elegance of the traditional English custom.”

“We are finding that a lot of people are getting fed up with national chains of coffee houses,” she said. “They realise that a pot of tea and a scone the size of a dinner plate is better value for money than a grande latte and pre-packaged food.”

The custom of taking afternoon tea is thought to have been created by a Duchess of Bedford in the 18th century.

It is believed the duchess used to complain of a “sinking feeling” in late afternoon, so would have a pot of tea and a snack. She began inviting her friends to join her between 3pm and 5pm.

“We have seen a huge increase in popularity of afternoon tea amongst certain groups of people,” he said. “I think that it has a retro appeal to younger generations looking for a bit of escapism from their hectic lives.”

Oh and I only hope they realise the health benefits - wouldn’t it be nice to see young Australians also starting to enjoy afternoon tea - “watch this space in early January for your chance to win a free high tea for 2 with Australian Fruit Tea.