Dragon Tears naturally fermented sparkling tea is a non-alcoholic alternative modeled on the experience of sparkling wine, without trying to copy or imitate them. We harness the ancient traditions of tea sommeliering and natural fermentation to deliver exceptional depth, flavour and complexity. The result is a sophisticated class of non-alcoholic beverages that sit comfortably in stemware.
Also known as Jasmine Downy Pearls or Dragon Pearl tea, this Chinese green is beloved for its unique shape. Rooted in rich folklore, Buddha’s Tears Tea derives its evocative name from an old tale. As per the legend, Buddha, moved by the sufferings of humanity, shed tears of compassion. When these tears touched the ground, they transformed into these tea pearls, symbolizing empathy and divine connection.
Buddha Tears is a specialty tea from Fujian Province where the fine art of scenting jasmine tea is practised. Buddha’s Tears consists of spring harvest green tea budsets (leaf & bud) infused with summer jasmine blossom, no less than five times. Once scenting is complete, the tender leaves are then hand-rolled into small pearls. Buddha’s tears unfurl into a wiry tangle of leaves that release a tenacious and aromatic floral scent upon infusion.
Jacinta K. –
This is truly a really great alternative to sparkling wine. Love love Elderflower!