Description
- Dumbara Curls Tea (50 tea bags, ZIN: 510063)
- No fillers.
- Manufacturer: TerraVita
- Size: 50 tea bags
- Herbal Tea Bags - Packed in a convenient upright pouch!
The Dumbara valley, situated in the central hills of Sri Lanka beyond the ancient Kingdom of Kandy, had its early mention in the 13th century when King Wickremabahu III moved his capital from Gampola. For 50 years he reigned the country until King Buvanekabahu V took over with his Kingdom to Kotte. It is recorded that the King of Kurunegala, prior to the 13th century, moved up to the Dumbara valley to avoid invasion by the Kings of Jaffna and to take advantage of the extremely rich soil and the moderate rainfall of this valley, conducive to an agricultural civilization. - The Dumbara valley is the backdrop of the "Pavilion," the governors mansion which is situated in the middle of the splendid Peradeniya Botanical Gardens. The valley's lush vegetation bursts into view across the splendid gardens when you step onto the main balcony of the mansion. Beyond the Dumbara Valley, the Knuckles Mountain Range, with its four distinct elevations a - A medium body with a peachy flavor and a delicious aroma - Hot tea brewing method: The secret is to use water that is about 180 degrees farenheit or 80 degrees celsius. Place 1 tea bag in your cup, let the tea steep for about 3 minutes and then begin enjoying a cup of enchantment. - Alternatively as with all top quality teas, place 2-4 tea bags into the teapot, pour in boiling water that has been freshly drawn (previously boiled water has lost most of its oxygen and therefore tends to be flat tasting), steep for 2-4 minutes (to taste), stir, pour into your cup but do not add milk or sugar since green tea is enjoyed "straight-up." - Iced tea brewing method: (1 liter/quart) : Place 6 tea bags into a teapot or heat resistant pitcher. Pour 1 1/4 cups of freshly boiled water over the tea. Steep 5 minutes. Quarter fill a serving pi