Canton Tea

We're hiring! We are looking for a friendly, passionate and organised Customer Services Representative to join our small team in Bristol. If you love tea and love people, this could be the role for you. Follow the link in our bio to apply.

Our Founder and Director Jennifer is currently in Sri Lanka, visiting speciality tea gardens as part of an initiative by the International Trade Centre and the Ceylon Artisan Tea Association.

She will be meeting with producers, exploring the artistry behind their teas, and gaining insights into the craftsmanship that goes into every step of their process.

Follow our stories over the next few days to learn more about her journey and the people dedicated to Ceylon tea.

“Every site has its own flavour and soul.”

Sean Kelly, Beverage Director at Jeremy King Restaurants, recently shared his insights with our Business Development Manager, James Thirlwall, on crafting exceptional drinks menus for two of London’s most exciting new openings—Arlington and The Park.

It’s a fascinating look at the artistry and strategy that goes into creating memorable guest experiences.

Discover what it’s like to work with one of the UK’s most iconic restaurateurs.

To read the full interview click the Linktree in our bio.

Meet the brothers behind our brand new Matcha: Yosh*taka, Shinya, Kosuke, and Kazuhiko of the Sonogi Matcha Co-Operative ().

These four new-generation farmers are redefining matcha production in Japan. With their own processing unit, they’ve taken full control of their craft—ensuring exceptional quality from farm to cup while securing fair pay for their work.

Beyond their expertise in tea, each brother brings their own unique perspective and energy to the cooperative. Can you guess some of their favorite hobbies?

2025 is here, and we’re kicking off the year with Matcha!

Last year, Matcha gained incredible momentum across Europe, with more people discovering this vibrant green alternative to coffee.

At Canton, we’re thrilled to introduce our brand-new Matcha for 2025. Developed in partnership with the Sonogi Matcha Co-Operative, this collaboration supports a group of four new-generation farmers who process their tea on-site, ensuring fair pay and the highest quality straight from the source.

Discover what makes afternoon tea at Nobu Hotel Portman Square truly unforgettable!

Our Head of Business Development, James Thirlwall, sat down with Nobu’s Director of Food and Beverage Thomas Schuerch to talk about the Japanese-inspired flavors, the BYREDO partnership, and, yes—the return of the scones (with a twist!).

Dive into the full interview to see how Canton Tea is enhancing this unique tea experience with hand-selected Japanese teas and a menu that evolves with each season.

Check out the article in our linktree for all the details.

Get ready for cozy season with Chai. Made with traditional Indian and Sri Lankan heritage, this award-winning chai is simple to prepare (no straining required!) and packed with antioxidants.

Plus, it’s vegan and gluten-free, catering to a wide range of dietary needs. Perfect for your menu or shelves, bring the taste of true chai to your customers this season.

The Art of 'Quiet Hospitality'

What sets The Emory, London's first all suite hotel apart from the rest? Canton's Head of Business Development, James sat down with Jasper Anderegg, Hotel Manager to find out just that. For the full article, follow the link in our bio.

Last week, Canton's Director of Tea, Alice was honoured to have been invited to join the judging panel for the 2024 at

Over the course of a week, over 360 teas from across the globe were brewed and judged blind by a panel of judges made up of international experts from the speciality tea and hospitality industries.

The best and the brightest will be recognised at an awards ceremony next month at

What do 40% of 3 Key hotels in England have in common? Canton tea! We are delighted that 4 of the 10 hotels deemed by as an Extraordinary Stay have chosen Canton tea as their tea partner. We love working with exceptional hotels to create unique and inspiring tea offerings for their guests.

Congratulations to all of yesterday's winners, what a fabulous hotel industry we are so lucky to have in the UK.

Join our team!

We are thrilled to announce that our lovely Customer Services Manager, Diana is training to be our Tea Buyer; so we are looking for a passionate, people-person who would love the opportunity to join our team of tea lovers and grow your career with us.

If you are interested or know someone fabulous who might be, check out the link in our bio.