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A Wedgwood Story

Wedgwood and tea have been inextricably linked throughout history. Josiah Wedgwood, ever perceptive to trends, began designing tea ware collections in response to the emergent fashion for drinking tea. This fashion flourished with the growth of trade routes that brought this new commodity from the Far East to England. The adoption of these collections by Queen Charlotte and subsequent permission to rename the collection ‘Queen’s ware’ marked the beginning of an enduring association between Wedgwood and the world’s Royal Families and eminent leaders. As ’Potter to Her Majesty’, as he was now known, Josiah Wedgwood’s tea ware grew in popularity with the aristocratic classes, including the Duke and Duchess of Bedford who became

enthusiastic collectors. It was in their honourable home that the tradition of Afternoon Tea originated; a convivial pause for refreshment between luncheon and dinner, served on her finest Wedgwood service. Today, the Wedgwood Tea Collection has over 50 blends sourced from the finest tea gardens across the globe. Each blend has been carefully chosen by Wedgwood’s Tea Expert for taste, aroma and provenance, ensuring only the finest quality teas are available. Our Tea Sommeliers are expertly trained in the art of tea and tea tasting. They will guide you through the Wedgwood tea menu, ensuring your selection perfectly suits your tastes.

Contents

Menu

Tea Menu

Drinks

The Wedgwood Tea Time Sandwich Collection

A selection of sandwiches please choose from:

Cucumber and white pepper (v)

Smoked salmon tartar

Coronation chicken

Cheddar cheese and chutney (v)

Staffordshire ham and English mustard

Duck egg and cress (v)

£6.00

Freshly baked scones with

Wedgwood strawberry preserve and clotted cream

£6.50

Homemade Cakes Of The Day

From £4.00

Freshly baked basket of muffins

Banana, lemon and poppy seed, apple and blackberry, cranberry and yoghurt

£5.50

Speciality Teas

All teas at £2.80 per pot unless otherwise stated

Wedgwood Exclusive Oolong (China)

Master Xu

This roasted Oolong comes from the heart of the Unesco protected Wuyi area of China’s Fujian Province.

Made from small batches by Master Xu one of the few people to have made the original Da Hong Pao Oolong, from six protected ancient trees.

The original old tea bush grew opposite where the local people washed their clothes in the river. Whilst washing, it looked like they were bowing down before the tree, giving the tea tree its special name.

Like all good Oolongs, this tea can be brewed many times.

Tasting notes

Rich, dark roasted flavour with fruit and cinnamon notes.

£10.50 (per pot)

Black Tea Selection (India)

Darjeeling First Flush (Castleton)

Delicately floral with subtle hints of white fruits (apple, pear, melon), with a balance of sweetness and light astringency.

£3.50 (per pot)

Darjeeling Second Flush (Highlands)

Wonderfully aromatic, reminiscent of pine trees, raisins, and ripe green grapes; with a balance of sweetness and astringency.

Black Tea Selection (India) - Continued

Assam Second Flush (Tonganagaon)

Rich rather than strong with a sweet honey-like aroma; very smooth.

£3.50 (per pot)

Niligiri Frost (Ooty)

Light, fruity and sweet with saffron notes a gentle natural hint of cinnamon and a smooth finish.

£3.50 (per pot)

Black Tea Selection (Sri Lanka)

Ceylon Uva (St.James)

Bright and vibrant, mouth-filling, with hints of wintergreen.

Nuwara Eliya (Lovers Leap)

Light, golden, subtle and elegant.

Ceylon Decaffeinated

Bright and sweet with a little fullness.

Black Tea (China)

Black Tower (Hunan)

Rich, smooth and fruity, with spicy cinnamon notes.

£3.50 (per pot)

Black Tea (Kenya)

Lord Wedgwood Collection - Safari Sunrise

This comforting and robust Kenyan blend conjures happy memories of early morning mugs of steaming hot tea at my safari campsite. As we stand outside

our tents sipping the strong brew, the sun gradually breaks through the evaporating mist and Mount Kenya appears majestic against a fiery red sky.

Classic Black Tea Selection

Wedgwood Original (India, Kenya)

Strong, mouth-filling and powerful with hints of malty sweetness and caramelised sugar.

English Breakfast (India, Kenya, Sri Lanka)

Combines the smooth sweet maltiness of Assam teas, the brisk golden character of Ceylon teas and the bold strength of Kenyan teas.

Earl Grey (Sri Lanka, China)

A fragrant, light blend with citrus notes.

Earl Grey Decaffeinated (Sri Lanka)

Mild, light with refreshing citrus notes.

Flavoured Black Tea Selection

Lord Wedgwood Collection - 1759 Signature Blend (China)

“As my ancestor Josiah’s pottery became famous throughout 18th century Britain, the China teas sipped from his fine cups were layered with all the exotic flavours of the Orient. The complex elegance of green and black teas, the smoky allure of Lapsang Souchong, delicately heady

jasmine and hints of bergamot blend to recreate past pleasures.”

Taste of History Collection – 1814 Chinese Tigers (China, Indonesia, India, Others)

Powerful, lively black tea balanced with the spiciness of oriental ginger.

Rose Congou (China)

Smooth, satisfying black tea flavour with the exotic, heady perfume of roses.

Peach Tea with Flowers (China)

Rounded, mellow black tea flavour balanced with the sweet taste of ripe peaches.

Green Tea Selection

Jade Rings (Hunan, China)

Deliciously light and sweet with suggestions of mango and orange blossom.

£5.00 (per pot)

Gunpowder (China)

Slightly astringent with hints of smokiness and nutty notes.

Green Tea Selection - Continued

Sencha Fukujyu (Japan)

Intense and savoury with hints of seaweed, nuts and toasted grains.

Green Tea Decaffeinated (China)

Clean, fresh green notes.

Flavoured Green Tea Selection

Lord Wedgwood Collection - Empress Catherine (China, Others)

Smooth and mellow with warming hints of ginger, this satisfying blend of green tea recalls a golden age of enlightenment and nobility when the Russian

Empress commissioned from Wedgwood a dinner service for fifty people.

Taste of History Collection – 1870 Golden Rose (China, Taiwan, Others)

Gentle green tea with strawberry flavour and the perfume of roses in full bloom.

Jasmine Green (China)

Delicate and gentle with elegant uplifting jasmine notes.

Moroccan Mint (China)

Full flavoured gunpowder green tea with the refreshing tang of dried mint.

White Tea Selection

Lelsa Pai Mu Tan (Africa)

Light and sweet.

Flavoured White Tea Selection

Taste of History Collection – 1780 Encaustic (China)

Mild, gentle flavour with subtle sweet taste of apricots.

White Blossom (China)

Light and delicate with the gently floral notes of jasmine, rose and violet.

Oolong Tea Selection

Formosa Milk Oolong (Minjian, Nantou County, Taiwan)

Smooth, creamy, and buttery with powerful honeysuckle notes.

£5.00 (per pot)

High Mountain Oolong (Bamboo Mountain, Taiwan)

Refreshing green flavour with the floral aroma of spring flowers and hints of tropical fruit flavours.

£3.50 (per pot)

Mountain Pearls (Taiwan)

Light and elegant with a creamy, buttery character.

Oolong Tea Selection - Continued

Oriental Beauty (Xin Bei County, Taiwan)

Aromatic, floral and fruity, sweet/sour character with hints of honey and ripe muscatel grapes.

£5.00 (per pot)

Flavoured Oolong Tea Selection

Taste of History Collection – 2010 Pashmina (Taiwan, China, Others)

Subtle and gentle with a light citrus character.

Herbal and Fruit Infusions

Lord Wedgwood Collection - Etruria (Turkey, China, Others)

The Etruria Blend – a harmonious, well balanced medley of fruits, herbs, rose petals and hibiscus flowers – reminds us how Josiah Wedgwood drew inspiration from

ancient Etruscan design, fused classical architectural and artistic elements to create the Wedgwood style and grace the tables of Britain with elegance and refinement.

Lemon & Ginger (UK)

Tangy and refreshing with a powerful ginger kick.

Strawberry & Kiwi (Germany)

Refreshing, fruity, reminiscent of summer.

Hot Drinks

Wedgwood Tea - specially selected, loose leaf teas

(Please see Tea Menu for full listing)

Our teas are perfectly brewed at the correct temperature and timing, with the leaf removed to ensure the taste is at its best when brought to your table. Tea pot for one £2.80 (unless otherwise stated)

Coffee (freshly ground, triple certified)

Espresso £2.40

Americano £2.80

Cappuccino £3.00

Latte £2.80

Mocha £3.20

Hot Chocolate £2.90

Chilled Drinks

Bottlegreen elderflower pressé £3.00

Bottlegreen cox’s apple pressé £3.00

Bottlegreen lemon and lime leaf pressé £3.00

Coca Cola £2.80

Diet Coke £2.80

Buxton still or sparkling water £2.50

Freshly pressed orange juice £3.00

Prosecco Spumante 20cl £9.00 (bottle)

Prosecco Rosé 20cl £9.00 (bottle)

Champagne Pol Roger Brut Réserve NV £10.00 (by the glass)

If you have any dietary requirements or are concerned about food allergies, you are invited to ask one of our team members for assistance

when selecting menu items. Alcoholic beverages are only available to people aged 18 and over. All wines are between 8% and 15% abv, wines

sold by the glass are available in 125ml and 250ml. Prices are inclusive of VAT at the current rate. Gratuities are discretionary.

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