According to Chinese legend, in 2700 BC, tea was created entirely by accident when tea leaves fell into a pot of boiling water. Regardless of how tea was first discovered, it is now enjoyed across the world in quantities that require processing machinery to ensure everyone can enjoy their favorite beverages wherever they are, whenever the mood strikes. The number …
What makes Darjeeling tea so special?
Darjeeling is one of the most famous names in the global tea industry. Grown only in a small area of West Bengal, in India, it is utterly distinctive in aroma and flavor. It has certainly earned its nickname as “the Champagne of Teas” and growers are continuously working to further improve the quality of its leaves. Just how has it …
Plant to market – 4 main stages of tea production
If you are a specialty tea company producing high quality tea, then it is likely to be a long and involved process. There are many steps to take between growing the original plant and putting a box of leaves or teabags on a shelf. If you want to create the best possible product, then you need to fully understand every production …
Farm To Market – 5 Steps Of Tea Processing
Are you wondering about the different steps to make the delicious, full-bodied teas that your customers love? Tea making is a fine art and there is a world of difference between the ways in which standard supermarket teas are made and the ways that high-end teas are made from a specialty tea company. In this blog, we’ll look at each …
The different types of specialty tea restaurants use
It may be one of the most popular drinks in the world, but it has taken a while for some people to realize that tea goes beyond English Breakfast. As consumers have turned towards specialty teas, restaurants have followed, presenting a new market if you are a specialty tea company. It is important to stay on top of these new …
5 Best Practices to Ensure Sustainable Tea Sourcing
Concerns about sustainability are becoming increasingly important across all industries. Many consumers look for evidence that their favorite products are not destroying rainforests or exploiting workers before they buy. This is as true for tea as it is for other goods, so suppliers need to be aware of how to make their specialty teas more sustainable. 1. Close relationship with …
Explore the Art of Tea Blending with Blue Ocean Tea
When you’re looking to build a specialty tea brand, the quality of your product is the key to charging premium-grade prices. And customers do want to explore and discover exciting new tea blends. So, how can Blue Ocean help you to make this a reality? Why focus on specialty teas? Tea is big business and one that is rapidly growing …
Blue Ocean Tea – The Trusted Consultancy Partner for All Tea Manufacturers
Blue Ocean Tea was established to help produce both functional and speciality teas. This includes offering a consultancy service to support any specialty tea company looking to improve its strategies and production. We can provide advice and material support at all stages of the development process. How we can help your specialty tea company? Our consultancy services are available from when you …