Each baton begins with long, whole leaves of wild black tea, carefully gathered around a real vanilla pod and tied by hand. The leaves come from century-old Assamica trees growing wild and untended in the secluded highlands of Sri Lanka’s Sabaragamuwa region. What makes this tea so special is how much of the leaf remains intact, each one carefully kept whole rather than broken. Add hot water and the bundle gently loosens, giving the leaves room to unfurl. The tea turns golden amber, with notes of caramel, a little soft smoke, and the mellow warmth of vanilla. It’s smooth, fragrant, and quietly sensual, a little of the wild forest in your cup.

Hot brew · 1 baton · 250 ml · 95°C · 4 to 5 minutes ~ Cold infusion · 3 to 4 batons · 1 L cold water · 8 to 12 hours in the fridge