WATERFRONT LOOSE TEA
MEDIUM-STRONG
A Ceylon based green-black blend with smooth flavour and a rich floral Jasmine and Bergamot perfume.
Makes amazing iced tea! Brew hot, add sweetener to taste and pour over ice for better-then-bottled traditional iced tea!
Originally blended: 1991
| Waterfront - Loose 2oz/56g |
$7.45 |
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| Waterfront - Loose 4oz/113g |
$12.65 |
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| Waterfront - Loose 8oz/227g |
$21.95 |
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| Waterfront - Loose 16oz/454g |
$39.95 |
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SOURCED, BLENDED AND PACKAGED IN-HOUSE
PRICES LISTED IN CANADIAN DOLLARS (CAD)
When the Fairmont Waterfront Hotel opened in 1991 in downtown Vancouver, BC, Murchie's was asked to create a special tea blend in celebration of the grand opening and to serve in the hotel restaurant.
Murchie's created the Waterfront Blend, a timeless, aromatic blend of green and black teas to serve to all their distinguished guests, and yours as well.
| Caffeine | Caffeinated |
|---|---|
| Cup Strength | Medium-Strong |
| Origin | Blend |
| Tea Format | Loose Tea |
| Type | Green/Black Blend |
The best tea for that late night mug up Review by ['Tugboat Trento']
I bought a sampler when I was ashore and in it were about a half dozen different packs of two tea bags.One of them was waterfront blend.Even hurricane force winds on the west coast of Vancouver island could keep me from that end of watch comfort strong and sweet.When the supply ran low I would be ordering more.Now that I am at home with both anchors down I still make sure that it is in the cupboard at all times.
Posted on 2021-07-23A new find! Review by Robberfly
Just tried it today; I like mine strong with lots of milk and my spouse likes it black. It was terrific for our afternoon tea; especially with the white chocolate chip cranberry cookies that we brought home from Murchies Bakery counter. We are also very fond of Paris Afternoon for our afternoon tea break and in the morning Irish Breakfast is our favourite.
Posted on 2016-09-07Amazing both hot and iced Review by Heidi22
I tried this tea iced one day when it was over 90 degrees and a hot cup just didn't appeal. It is so incredibly refreshing. The hint of lemon is what makes it so good.
Posted on 2013-07-14My favourite tea. Review by Linda from Calgary
It's the best tea. I've tried others but its the one I keep going back to. It just one of those teas that makes you stop, and breathe it in, and smile. Easy to order and get it delivered to your home.
Posted on 2013-07-05A wonderful memory Review by Jan from Virginia, U.S
The boat was almost 3 hours late leaving Seattle on a rainy day in November 2003. By the time it arrived in Victoria and we cleared Customs, we had about 3 hours before the boat left. I was very disappointed that the time was so limited, and kept my exploring to Government St. At one store I asked about a good place to have tea, and was directed to Murchie's right across the street. It was hard to decide what flavor tea to order, but "Waterfront" sounded appropriate for the day. Relaxing at a table with a pot of Waterfront and a delicious flaky pastry with raspberry marzipan and watching people queue up for their afternoon tea was the best thing that happened that day. As the shop grew more crowded, I ended up sharing the table and enjoyed hearing about the tradition of afternoon tea. Before leaving I bought a half lb. of loose Waterfront, and have never been without it since. The smell is wonderful and transports me back to those few hours in Victoria. I hope to go back some day for a longer visit and afternoon tea at Murchie's.
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Steeping the Best (Guide)
Different types of teas should be steeped according to certain times and water temperatures to bring out their best flavours. Use this guide as a starting point, and then experiment until you find the perfect brewing method for your favourite tea.
Based on approximately one level teaspoon (2.5 g) of loose tea or one tea bag per 6-8 ounce (180-240 mL) cup. For stronger flavour, add more tea. Brewing for longer may increase the strength of the tea, but will likely also cause bitterness.
Tea Bags vs. Loose Tea
While our tea bags and loose tea are crafted to match the same flavour profile, there are discernable effects between the two formats. Namely, the leaves inside tea bags is milled, making it much finer and a quicker brew, while loose tea can take a couple minutes longer to steep. Tea bags are very convenient, but loose tea can be more visually appealing and brewed with a reusable infuser.
- Tea bags: steep for 3 - 4 minutes
- Loose tea: steep for 4 - 5 minutes
General Steeping Temperatures
The table included here shows some general guidelines for steeping different kinds of tea. Be mindful that some teas, even two from the same category, will brew differently than others. In particular, our green-black blends will often have different ratios of green and black teas - the more green-leaning ones should be brewed at a lower temperature range. Experimentation is highly encouraged, as tea is very much a matter of personal taste.
Puerh and oolong teas are often steeped multiple times for a shorter period of time in smaller brewing vessels. This method creates a curious exploration of the tea as it unfurls, developing new flavours with each subsequent brew - often making for great social conversation.
If you're unsure, try steeping in the middle range for your tea type. If the result is too bitter, steep at a lower temperature or for a shorter time. If the result is flat, try a higher temperature.