{"product_id":"colombian-selva-curly-organic-green-tea","title":"Colombian Selva Curly Organic Green Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the mountainous region of Colombia, in an area steeped in biodiversity, along the western slope of the Andes, is the Bitaco tea estate. The gentle mist from the mountains, rich soil, and ample rainfall all stimulate the growth of the tea bushes, producing a tea with unique characteristics. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBitaco Tea owns over 200 acres of tea plants that are cultivated at over 6,000 feet above sea level in the region of Choco. This region enjoys a high rainfall and has exceptional biodiversity. The tea gardens are located next to a thriving, protected rain forest, the Bitaco Regional Forest Reserve, where there is a wide diversity of flora and fauna: 256 bird species, 28 amphibian species, 23 reptile species and 772 species of plants. The garden, located near the Equator, enjoys a consistent climate which results in a bountiful production of tasty, delicate tea-tips that are picked and processed throughout the year. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBitaco Tea not only cultivates exceptional teas, they also are committed to their community. They created the Agricola Himalaya Foundation to develop and improve programs focusing on education, especially for local children. Activities focus on the improvement of infrastructure, recreational opportunities, local culture and access to technology. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis organic Selva Curly green tea is crafted from a carefully hand-plucked selection to ensure quality and uniformity. It then undergoes a subtle withering, which enhances its aromatic complexity before reaching its most distinctive characteristic: a double fixation process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe first fixation: deactivates the enzyme responsible for oxidation, preserving the tea’s fresh character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"padding-left: 40px;\"\u003eThe second fixation: enhances the toasty and nutty notes, adding depth to the flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNext, the tea is lightly rolled and shaped into curls over a hot wok, before completing its drying process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis tea brews to a pale yellow color with the aroma of roasted nuts, cooked vegetables, toast, and a subtle touch of tropical fruits like lulo, granadilla, and passion fruit. The taste is brisk and mellow, with a balance of umami, sweetness, and mild astringency.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrew tea at 180º - steep for 2 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClick here to see a great video about \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=7tcvdvEfr9I\"\u003eBitaco Colombian tea!\u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg height=\"75\" width=\"234\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/icons_-_kosherORGVeg.png?v=1758209439\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Agricola Himalaya S.A.","offers":[{"title":"1 Ounce","offer_id":47310925103330,"sku":"T1172     1","price":5.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Ounce","offer_id":47310925136098,"sku":"T1172     4","price":21.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Ounce Tin","offer_id":47310925168866,"sku":"T1172     4TIN","price":19.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8 Ounce","offer_id":47310925201634,"sku":"T1172     8","price":42.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Pound","offer_id":47310925234402,"sku":"T1172     16","price":85.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0634\/8777\/0850\/files\/ColombianGreenSquare.jpg?v=1697149891","url":"https:\/\/svtea.mom\/products\/colombian-selva-curly-organic-green-tea","provider":"Simpson \u0026 Vail ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}