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BRITISH TEA LANDS STATESIDE
Pukka Herbal Teas, an organic fruit and herbal tea brand from England, is jumping across the pond and
bringing its line of natural teas to U.S. shelves. Made with the philosophies of Ayurvedic medicine in mind,
Pukka's certified-organic teas come in flavors such as Lavender and Rose, Lemongrass and Ginger, and
Golden Chamomile. pukkaherbs.com
PERSONALIZED COFFEE PARCEL
An individualized tasting box from online coffee retailer Hamptons Lane helps coffee
drinkers locate the right cup for them. The company uses a "Find Your Taste Quiz" to
offer personalized recommendations for coffees from artisanal roasters across the
United States, and then builds a package specific to a coffee drinker's palate. Users
can schedule regular shipments in advance and even personalize their blends. hamptonslane.com
GETTING READY FOR FALL
Sweeten your café's offerings this holiday season with Torani Peppermint Bark Sauce, a carefully crafted mix of white
and dark chocolate and candy cane peppermint. Designed to blend well in lattes, hot chocolate, eggnog and chai, this
versatile syrup is a festive addition to any beverage menu. 800/775-1925. torani.com
SINGLE-SERVING WITH LESS WASTE
Sustainably minded coffee company Doi Chaang has developed a line of "Beyond Fair Trade," 90 percent biodegradable,
single-serve aroma cups. The Keurig-compatible cups come in
two blends: Social Medium (a medium roast) and Hardwired (a
dark roast), and they use less waste than the average singleserving coffee cup. 604/689-3312. doichaangcoffee.com
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