TEA COCKTAILS TO ENCHANT
TODDY
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STAUNTON
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ICE TEA
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A SELECTION OF OUR FAVOURITE
WINTER COCKTAILS
EACH RECIPE HAS BEEN INSPIRED BY OUR FINE FOODS RANGE
AND RICH HISTORY OF EXPLORATION.
EAST INDIA TODDY
INGREDIENTS (TO MAKE 4 SERVINGS):
East India's Vanilla Cinnamon (Blend 74) Tea
East India's Chocolate Sugar
Tawny port
Oranges
INSTRUCTIONS:
Brew the Vanilla Cinnamon Tea by putting 6 heaped teaspoons of the tea into a teapot and infusing with boiling water, filling only
halfway. Leave to stand for 4 minutes and strain into a jug. Add 4 measures of the Tawny port and 4 tablespoons of the Chocolate
Sugar into the mixture and stir well. Pour equally into 4 toddy glasses and garnish with a slice of orange. Serve hot.
Ryu Okada, a London-based mixologist, has specially created this warm drink to bring a touch of East India Company charm to
your winter cocktails. The recipe has been inspired by The Company’s fine foods range and its rich history of exploration.
THE GEORGE STAUNTON COCKTAIL
INGREDIENTS (TO MAKE 4 SERVINGS):
East India's Staunton Earl Grey Tea
East India's Orange Blossom Cordial
Cointreau
Orange, lemon and lime
Ice
INSTRUCTIONS:
Brew the Staunton Earl Grey Tea by putting 6 heaped teaspoons of the tea into a teapot and infusing with boiling
water, filling only halfway. Leave to stand for 4 minutes and strain into a jug. Place in fridge until chilled. Add a handful
of ice and 4 tablespoons of Orange Blossom Cordial. Add 4 tablespoons of Cointreau and adjust according to taste.
Stir well and add to highball glasses. Slice the orange, lemon and lime to garnish.
SPICE TRADE ICE TEA
INGREDIENTS (TO MAKE 4 SERVINGS):
East India's Governor Aungier's Bombay Chai Tea
Dark rum
Condensed milk
Nutmeg
Ice
INSTRUCTIONS:
Brew the Governor Aungier's Bombay Chai Tea by putting 6 heaped teaspoons of the tea into a teapot and infusing
with boiling water, filling only halfway. Leave to stand for 4 minutes and strain into a jug. Place in fridge until chilled.
Add a handful of ice and pour half a tin of condensed milk into your mixture and stir well. Add 4 measures of dark rum
and adjust to taste. Pour equally into 4 glasses and garnish with grated nutmeg.
THE STORY OF PUNCH
From India Pale Ales to Gin and Tonic, The East India Company influenced the revelry scene in the 17th and 18th centuries.
Arguably, though the most interesting cocktail they introduced to England from India in the early seventeenth century was the Punch. In those
days known as Paanch, which translates to mean 'five' in Hindi – this referred to a drink made of five ingredients: water, fruit, tea, sugar and alcohol,
and was a summer elixir used to escape the searing Indian heat.
Over time the word for this wonderful combination of flavours slowly changed to ‘Poonch’ and then ‘Punch,’ as we know it today.
EXPLORE THE INGREDIENTS
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The Staunton Earl Grey Black Tea Caddy 125g
£12.00Add to cart
The Staunton Earl Grey Black Tea Caddy 125g
£12.00 Product Code FGTE12108.
Read MoreA tribute to George Staunton, the man who introduced the western world to this Chinese manner of taking black tea. One of The Company’s most popular blends, The Staunton Earl Grey has a vibrant and refreshing flavour. Savour a cup of this rich-bodied loose leaf black tea with our Sea & Salt Caramel Biscuits.
Brewing instructions:
Step 1. Boil hot water
Step 2. 2g (2 Tsp) per cup
Step 3. Brew for 3-4 minutes.
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Governor Aungier’s Bombay Chai Loose Tea Caddy 125g
£12.00Add to cart
Governor Aungier’s Bombay Chai Loose Tea Caddy 125g
£12.00 Product Code FGTE12104.
Read MoreHonouring the vibrancy of Bombay and the legacy of Gerald Aungier, president of the East India Company in 1699, our Bombay Chai Loose Tea blend infuses black tea with fragrant cinnamon, clove and cardamom. The choice tea for a multitude of festivities.
Where it’s from
Blended – Teas from IndiaWhat it tastes like
A bold tea base with warming spices and vibrant aromaWhen to enjoy it
Throughout the dayHow to brew it
2g (approx. 2 tsp) per 200ml cup – add freshly boiled water and brew for 3-4 minutes. Recommended with milk. -
Orange Blossom Cordial 25cl
£7.95Add to cart
Orange Blossom Cordial 25cl
£7.95 Product Code FGSP11103.
Read MoreWith the sweet zesty aroma of the orange blossom flower, this Orange Blossom cordial is cooling and refreshing at any time of the day. Enjoy as an iced drink or to flavour a robust Assam blend.
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Golden Island Cane Sugar
£10.00Add to cartGolden Island Cane Sugar
£10.00 Product Code FGCN16103.
Read MorePure and unrefined, our Golden Island Guadeloupe Cane Sugar can be used as a sweetener or an unusual topping on yoghurt. Enjoy the pure and exquisite taste of the Caribbean with no additives or colouring.
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Chocolate Sugar
£10.00Add to cartChocolate Sugar
£10.00 Product Code FGCN16101.
Read MoreA blend of organic hand-grown and harvested sugar combined with the irresistible flavour of cocoa. A dash of this artisan chocolate sugar will breathe devilish goodness into any recipe.
