Gold Elephant tea bags hold a golden-tipped Ceylon black tea from the Ceylon Elephant range by Battler. It is sold in two sizes; pick one above.
The maker describes the tea as low grown, with a bold, brisk and full-bodied character. The bags are foil-sealed inside the carton to keep the aroma until you use them.
In the pack
- 50 g carton: 25 tea bags of 2 g each, or
- 200 g carton: 100 tea bags of 2 g each.
- Bags foil-sealed; ingredient: pure Ceylon black tea.
- Keep the tea closed, cool and dry, away from strong smells. The maker gives a shelf life of three years.
Tasting notes
Brisk and full, with a dark liquor and an aromatic finish. Holds its strength with milk.
How to brew
- Use one tea bag per cup.
- Pour on freshly boiled water.
- Steep for 3 to 5 minutes, then lift out the bag.
Serving ideas
A good everyday mug tea with milk, or brew two or three bags in a pot for the table. For iced tea, brew strong and pour over ice.
Battler is a Sri Lankan brand of pure Ceylon tea from Maltras International (Pvt) Ltd of Kaduwela, near Colombo.
