Which tea to give? A guide to choosing the right gift set
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Discovery set, green tea, black tea, Oolong or grand cru: here is how to choose a gift that truly suits the recipient's tastes.
Giving tea seems simple… until you have to choose. With all the families, origins, and flavor profiles, there are many possibilities.
When in doubt, an assortment of several small formats is often the best introduction: it allows you to taste, compare, and above all, discover.
When you don't know their tastes
You know the person likes tea, but you don't know if they prefer a vegetal green tea, a bolder black tea, a delicate Oolong or a flavored creation.
Avoid settling on a single large bag. An assortment of several teas allows you to explore different profiles and greatly reduces the risk of making the wrong choice.
Create your trio
Three 30 g teas to select according to the recipient's tastes. A simple, customizable, and elegant option.
Discover the set →The Grand Voyage
A more generous selection to explore several worlds and vary your tastings throughout the days.
Discover Le Grand Voyage →Which tea to give to someone who is just starting?
When someone is discovering tea, it is better to give them several points of reference rather than immediately choosing a very specific product.
- a fresh or vegetal green tea;
- a rounder or more intense black tea;
- a floral or slightly indulgent Oolong;
- a fruit or spice flavored tea;
- a rooibos or caffeine-free infusion.
Our "Find your tea" guide can help guide the selection according to tastes, desires and tasting moments.
Which set to give according to their tastes?
| Profile | Our recommendation |
|---|---|
| You don't know their tastes | Varied discovery pack |
| They are new to tea | Several small formats |
| They like green tea | Green Évasion |
| They prefer black tea | Trio Gourmand |
| They like original discoveries | Escale du Yunnan |
| They already know tea very well | Rare tea or grand cru |
Still undecided?
A discovery assortment allows the person to taste several teas and find their preferences for themselves.
View discovery packsAccording to the tea family
Green Évasion
A selection suited for those who appreciate fresh, vegetal, and delicate profiles.
Discover Green Évasion →Trio Gourmand
For lovers of more intense, warm, and generous profiles.
Discover Trio Gourmand →Give something more original
For someone who already drinks tea regularly, the gift can become an opportunity to think outside the box.
Oolong
Floral, fruity, creamy, or roasted: a particularly rich and surprising family.
Discover Oolong →Pu-erh
Deeper, woodier, and more unique profiles, designed for lovers who like to explore.
Discover Escale du Yunnan →You give a discovery, a moment, and sometimes a new preference.
And for someone who already knows tea very well?
In this case, a rare tea or a grand cru can be much more relevant: Darjeeling, high-altitude tea, Oolong from a specific origin or more exclusive production.
07 · The complete giftCan you add an accessory?
Yes, and it is even an excellent way to transform a tasting set into a real gift.
- a teapot;
- an infuser;
- a storage tin;
- a gaiwan for a more traditional tasting.
Find our selection in Tea accessories .
08 · In summaryWhat is ultimately the best tea to give?
There is no universal tea that will suit everyone. The best choice depends on the person.
If you know their tastes, choose a specific family or profile. If you know them less, a discovery set is generally the best solution.
Give several stops instead of just one.
Discover our small format selections and create a gift designed for discovery.
Discover the setsFrequently Asked Questions
Which tea to give to someone who is just starting?
An assortment of several small formats allows you to discover several families before identifying their preferences.
Which tea to give when you don't know their tastes?
A varied or customizable discovery set is generally the safest solution.
Which tea to give to an experienced lover?
An Oolong, a Pu-erh, a Darjeeling, a single-origin tea or a grand cru can make very beautiful choices.
What to choose if I am afraid of making the wrong choice?
The Cap sur le Thé gift card allows the recipient to choose entirely.
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