Metropolitan Tea - We carry the finest tea that not only tastes good but also environment friendly  Some of your questions answered by the fine folks from Metropolitan Tea...

 Supermarket tea and premium loose tea – what’s the difference?
The difference between run of the mill Supermarket tea and our loose premium tea is primarily that teas produced for the mass market tend to be made on large scale factory-type plantations that may have questionable management techniques and more regard for profit than sustainability. Annual visits to our approved suppliers ensure that our gardens never fall into this camp. As well, tea blends created for supermarket teabags generally contain bottom range teas chosen for color rather than flavor and character. 

 Are your teabags biodegradable?
Yes, our teabags are made of recycled fibres and are completely biodegradable - unlike many other teabag brands on the market (in particular, “silken” teabags). Again, we fully endorse diverting waste away from traditional disposal methods.