Numi Organic Tea Flowering Gift Set in Handcrafted Mahogany Bamboo Chest: Glass Teapot & 6 Flowering Tea Blossoms

by Numi

Product Features

• 6 Flowering Tea Blossoms; 1 16 oz. Glass Teapot; Steeps 18 pots
• The # 1 selling holiday gift item on Amazon.com grocery in 2010!
• Handsewn tea leaves and flowers blossom when steeped
• Made with organic tea and 100% natural ingredients
• When steeped in hot water, these rare Leaves of Art slowly blossom into a bouquet of breathtaking shapes and exquisite flavors.

Product Description

Product Description

Winner of the Outstanding Food Gift prize at the 2005 Fancy Foods Show.

Packaged in an exotic hand-made dark mahogany bamboo case, this Flowering Gift Set is filled with six bouquets of tea leaves that blossom into a myriad of flavors from sweet and subtle to rich and bold. The stylish glass teapot included is ideal to observe the flowering tea petals. A simple luxury that heightens the tea experience and makes for a singular conversation piece, these Leaves of Art are a true tea lover's bliss. We invite you to experience the simple elegance of a true tea transformation--elevating loose leaf tea to the next level: art.

Requiring no tea bag or strainer, flowering teas are environmentally kind as well as easy to serve; just a glass/teapot (included). The gift set includes six varieties--enough to steep 27 pots of tea.

Dragon Lily

About Numi Flowering Teas

Flowering tea blossoms into breathtaking shapes.

Flowering Tea is a new tradition that celebrates the tea leaf. Hand-picked, organically grown, premium white tender tea buds, top two green tea leaves, and golden-tipped black tea are hand sewn into bundles or rosettes with cotton thread by artisans in various regions of China. When steeped in hot water, these rare Leaves of Art slowly blossom into breathtaking shapes. The tea liquor releases a myriad of flavors from sweet and subtle to rich and bold. They are packaged in beautiful gem boxes or mahogany bamboo cases. For tea connoisseurs and beginners alike, Flowering Tea Bins make unforgettable gifts. Requiring no tea bag or strainer, Flowering Teas are environmentally kind as well as easy to serve. Numi offers a glass teapot that shows off the blooming petals.

Steeping Instructions for Flowering Teas:

1. The Beginning:
Place one Flowering Tea in a durable glass teapot. (Remove strainer.)

2. The Suspense:
Bring water to a boil and pour over tea. Behold the magic of the unfolding tea leaves. Allow to steep 2-3 minutes, to desired strength.

3. The Pleasure:
After enjoying the first pot, a Flowering Tea may be re-steeped 2-3 more times.

Product Description

Packaged in an exotic hand-made dark mahogany bamboo case, this Flowering Tea Gift Set is filled with six bouquets of tea leaves that blossom into a myriad of flavors from sweet and subtle to rich and bold. The stylish glass teapot included is ideal to observe the flowering tea petals. A simple luxury that heightens the tea experience and makes for a conversation piece, these Leaves of Art are a true tea lover's bliss. We invite you to experience the simple elegance of a true tea transformation--elevating loose leaf tea to the next level; Art. Requiring no tea bag or strainer, flowering teas are environmentally kind as well as easy to serve; just use the glass teapot (included). The gift set includes six varieties: Dragon Lily: White Tea with orange Lily petals and osmanthus flowers has a velvety apricot flavor. Jasmine Lovers: White Tea leaves and string of jasmine flowers releases honey nectar taste. Lavender Dream: White Tea leaves and crisp, aromatic Lavender flowers compliment a tangy Hibiscus flower. Shooting Star: Green Tea and pink Amaranth bulbs have a buttery fragrance with fruity notes. Sunset Oolong: Oolong Tea leaves and Lily flower have nutty richness highlighted by peach. Golden Jasmine: Golden-tipped Black Tea scented with delicate jasmine imparts hints of chocolate.

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Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FFIL92
• UPC: 680692809008 680692809503
• Country of Origin: China
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (277 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #230 in Grocery & Gourmet Food (See Top 100 in Grocery & Gourmet Food)
  • #1 in Grocery & Gourmet Food > Beverages > Coffee, Tea & Cocoa > Tea > Tea Gifts
  • #9 in Grocery & Gourmet Food > Gourmet Gifts

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

218 of 221 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very beautiful and delicious, September 29, 2006

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This review is from: Numi Organic Tea Flowering Gift Set in Handcrafted Mahogany Bamboo Chest: Glass Teapot & 6 Flowering Tea Blossoms (Grocery)

I've waited a long time to get this set as it was very expensive when it first came out. It was well worth the wait, actually would've been well worth the cash had I spent it earlier. Amazon has a really low price on this.

The clear glass teapot holds about 16oz when full. Each tea flower will make 3 pots. The 3rd pot of tea is as good as the first, the 4th is weak.

The tea itself is excellent. Some of the best I've tasted and I'm very particular about the tea I drink. I've been enjoying the variety that came with the pot - haven't found one I've disliked yet and it is fun trying them all.

Since you will get about 6 cups of tea with each tea flower - they are all beautiful, I put the teapot on the table while the tea steeps so every can enjoy it. You will want to drink this with family or friends.

The whole set comes packaged nicely in a bamboo box that looks handmade. The box is pretty enough to be re-used for something else. The variety of tea is in a smaller bamboo box.

If you are looking for Christmas gifts, this would be an awesome one.

62 of 63 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This purchase made me so happy., March 30, 2006

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fireflycat "fireflycat" (Pittsburgh) - See all my reviews

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This is a wonderful item! I bought it when I first heard about flowering tea. It's a great starter kit because it comes with 9 different kinds of tea--all of which are beautiful to watch and delicious to drink. Now that I bought this set, I know which ones are my favorites.

I made my first pot of flowering tea when I was having a very bad day, and the simple act of brewing this tea and admiring the beautiful shapes and colors made me feel so much better. It sort of turns a normal pot of tea into an event!

I plan to buy this again to give as a gift. I love it.

92 of 97 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Gift, October 16, 2006

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KisaCar (Washington) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Numi Organic Tea Flowering Gift Set in Handcrafted Mahogany Bamboo Chest: Glass Teapot & 6 Flowering Tea Blossoms (Grocery)

I got this set a few weeks ago, and have tried most of the teas that came with it.
The teapot itself is somewhat fragile (especially if you are used to Beehouse brand), but is well worth the extra care. After the novelty of flowering tea wears out, you will still be able to amaze your guests with the beautiful sight of tea leaves unfolding into a gorgeous flower.
This is not your every day after-work-relaxing experience for several reasons. Cost, for one. The flavor of the tea itself is also not what you are used to. If you are a serious tea gourmand, you might be put off by the exotic experience, and you might have a better teapot for your cherished first flush darjeeling (or silver needle, for that matter): the glass looses heat very rapidly, and the strainer that comes with the teapot is a joke at best.
For what it is, however, this is an excellent addition to any kitchen (an especially good gift for a tea lover who has everything). I ended up buying Bodum glass teacups to match this teapot, and using it more for decorative purposes.