Fortnum & Mason has been a name long associated with British epicurean luxury, not least because of their love of tea and their huge expertise in this quarter. In fact, Fortnum & Mason have been sourcing, importing and blending tea since the early 18th century and, if you needed any more convincing that they know what they’re doing, their famous ‘Royal Blend’, which was created at King Edward VII’s behest, is so well-loved nationwide that it remains unchanged to this day – a truly iconic cuppa!
With over 300 years of expertise, Fortnum & Mason have now decided it is time to share their knowledge with the world, and are launching a new book, ‘Time for Tea’, a comprehensive and entertaining guide to Britain’s favourite beverage, written by award winning food writer, Tom Parker Bowles. ‘Time for Tea’ is more than just a book; it is an adventure into the exciting world of all things tea, with 50 inspirational recipes, perfect pairing suggestions, teatime hacks and and an insight into tea’s ancient history. Inside its pages, you can discover how to make the perfect brew and learn how to identify different teas to suit different tastes and occasions. Whether you’re looking for a tea to kick-start your day or soothe the soul as evening falls – this guide has got it all.
For the perfect gift for the cuppa-lover in your life, you can pair ‘Time for Tea’ with a fantastic selection of gifts from Fortnums, such as their ‘Celebration Blend’ tea, a jubilant blend of strong Assam and a hint of fragrant Jasmine. Or, spice up your champagne cocktail with the ‘Fortnums X Conker Distillery Cold Brew Tea Liqueur’ and treat your palette to tea enjoyed in an entirely different way. Or, if you’re of the belief that tea should never be enjoyed without a biscuit or two, why not try ‘The Taste of Tea Gift Box’, filled with Fortnum’s favourite blends, along with biscuits and tea accessories to match – the perfect thing for an afternoon sipping. Shop the ‘Time for Tea’ book and full gift collection online or in-store.
For a truly unforgettable experience, visit the new, in-store Fortnum & Mason Bespoke Tea Blending Counter, where you can work with one of Fortnum’s expert ‘Tearistas’ to create a palate-personalised blend, uniquely your own. With the opportunity to add a name onto the tea tin itself, it makes for the ultimate personalised gift to accompany your freshly signed ‘Time for Tea’ hardback.
In Fortnum’s hallowed-halls, tea-lover’s delights do not end there – head upstairs to their Diamond Jubilee Tea Salon, from 17th May onwards, and enjoy their extraordinary new Afternoon Tea menu which, after 43 different tea tastings and many re-tastings, they have spent the last 147 days of closure perfecting. Book your spot here to once again experience afternoon tea in full Fortnum’s glory.