Green Elephant tea bags from Battler hold pure Ceylon green tea, packed and sealed in Sri Lanka. It is part of the Ceylon Elephant range and is sold in two sizes; pick one above.
The cup is clean and fresh, with delicate vegetal notes and no added flavouring. Each bag is foil-sealed before it goes into the carton, so the tea keeps well through a long box. The 100-bag size suits offices and busy kitchens; the 25-bag carton is a good way to try it.
In the pack
- 50 g size: a carton of 25 foil-sealed tea bags, 2 g each
- 200 g size: a carton of 100 foil-sealed tea bags, 2 g each
- Ingredient: Ceylon green tea
- Shelf life of three years from packing, per the maker
Tasting notes
- Liquor: pale green to light gold
- Taste: clean and light, with soft vegetal notes
How to brew
Use one bag per cup (about 200 ml) and water at about 85 C rather than a full boil, as the pack advises. Steep for 2 to 3 minutes, then lift the bag out so the tea does not turn bitter.
Serving ideas
Drink it plain or with a slice of lemon. Two bags brewed in a jug and chilled make a simple iced green tea.
Battler is a Sri Lankan brand of pure Ceylon tea from Maltras International (Pvt) Ltd of Kaduwela, near Colombo.
