INDIA, CHINA AND CEYLON BLENDS.
In all combinations of India, Ceylon and China Teas the average quantity of the former kinds used should be from one-fifth to one-sixth.
No. 1.
| Parts. | Varieties. | Price. |
| 1 | Ceylon Souchong | @ |
| 1 | Assam Souchong | @ |
| 5 | China Souchong | @ |
| Average cost | ||
No. 2.
A blend like the following will be found to yield a strong, rich and fragrant infusion for customers desiring Ceylon and India Teas:—
| Parts. | Varieties. | Price. |
| 1 | Assam Pekoe | @ |
| 1 | Choice Ceylon Souchong | @ |
| 5 | Choice Formosa Oolong | @ |
| Average cost | ||
No. 3.
But if a rich, heavy-bodied and aromatic Tea is required to please a taste difficult to suit, the appended formula is recommended:—
| Parts. | Varieties. | Price. |
| 2 | Ceylon Pekoe | @ |
| 2 | Assam Souchong | @ |
| 6 | Foochow Oolong | @ |
| Average cost | ||
The Oolong used in this formula must possess pungency and high-flavor, the addition of the Ceylon imparting a “toastiness,” the Assam furnishing “maltiness” and strength to the entire combination.
For a very cheap Tea a low-priced Mohea Oolong and Broken-leaf Assam, both costing about 15 cents, and blended in equal proportions, cannot be excelled by any single Tea at 30 cents when used alone. This combination gives better satisfaction to Tea-drinkers of this grade and costs much less.