Celtic Quest Cafe - Bloomington's Only Eco Friendly Irish Coffee Shop
Herbal and Green Tea

We carry a wide range of teas to suit a variety of  tastes. Some of our more unique teas are listed below and the health benefits of each one. CQC also carries a large variety of other teas. Stop in and try one soon!!

Emperor Ying's Feel Better Tea : Looking for something to help you through that cold dreary winter? Emperor Ying's Feel Better Tea will certainly make the cold season a bit more manageable. High in vitamin C and other vitamins and minerals Emperor Ying's tea will keep you from feeling worn down. Because it is high in antioxidants the Feel Better Tea will also give you that boost you need when you feel a cold coming on. Not only does Emperor Ying’s feel better tea rejuvenate you and promote better health, but it has a delicious refreshing Minty flavor as well
Emperor Ying's Feel Better Tea
Looking for something to help you through that cold dreary winter? Emperor Ying's Feel Better Tea will certainly make the cold season a bit more manageable. High in vitamin C and other vitamins and minerals Emperor Ying's tea will keep you from feeling worn down. Because it is high in antioxidants the Feel Better Tea will also give you that boost you need when you feel a cold coming on. Not only does Emperor Ying’s feel better tea rejuvenate you and promote better health, but it has a delicious refreshing Minty flavor as well
Yerba Mate Tea
Beneath the rainforest canopy in South America, the Guarani Indians have been drinking the steeped juice of the leaves of the wild yerba tree-bush for centuries. They cite numerous health benefits, including increased immune system strength, improved digestion, stress reduction, and stimulation of mental processes.

In 1964 the Pasteur Institute and the Paris Scientific society concluded it is difficult to find a plant in any area of the world equal to Mate in nutritional value and that Yerba (pronounced Sherba) Mate contains practically all of the vitamins necessary to sustain life.
Yerba Mate Tea : Beneath the rainforest canopy in South America, the Guarani Indians have been drinking the steeped juice of the leaves of the wild yerba tree-bush for centuries. They cite numerous health benefits, including increased immune system strength, improved digestion, stress reduction, and stimulation of mental processes. In 1964 the Pasteur Institute and the Paris Scientific society concluded it is difficult to find a plant in any area of the world equal to Mate in nutritional value and that Yerba (pronounced Sherba) Mate contains practically all of the vitamins necessary to sustain life.
China Dragon Phoenix Pearl : Green tea enriched with the fragrance of jasmine flowers has been a favorite since the Sung Dynasty, about 800 years ago. Dragon Phoenix Pearl gets its name from the visual characteristics of the tea bushes "climbing" the hillsides like a dragon coming out of the water. The green tea is grown in an area in Funding City near the border of the Fujian and Zhejiang provinces. The area is mountainous and is often shrouded in clouds or fog. The tea is picked in April/May and processed by hand by rolling each leaf and a bud into tiny pearl sized balls. Once rolled, the tea is wrapped in silk mesh and dried by fire to set the form. The tea is then held until August/September when the finest jasmine blossoms are in bloom. The jasmine flowers are picked before noon and set aside until evening when the petals begin to open in the cool night air. Once open, the "marrying" of the jasmine to the tea happens in two applications after which the jasmine petals are removed. According to analysis done by Chinese researchers, Dragon Phoenix Pearl has a higher concentration of vitamin C and amino acids than any other teas. This is unquestionably one of the finest jasmines shipped from the port of Fuzhou
China Dragon Phoenix Pearl
Green tea enriched with the fragrance of jasmine flowers has been a favorite since the Sung Dynasty, about 800 years ago. Dragon Phoenix Pearl gets its name from the visual characteristics of the tea bushes "climbing" the hillsides like a dragon coming out of the water.

The green tea is grown in an area in Funding City near the border of the Fujian and Zhejiang provinces. The area is mountainous and is often shrouded in clouds or fog. The tea is picked in April/May and processed by hand by rolling each leaf and a bud into tiny pearl sized balls.

Once rolled, the tea is wrapped in silk mesh and dried by fire to set the form. The tea is then held until August/September when the finest jasmine blossoms are in bloom.

The jasmine flowers are picked before noon and set aside until evening when the petals begin to open in the cool night air. Once open, the "marrying" of the jasmine to the tea happens in two applications after which the jasmine petals are removed.

According to analysis done by Chinese researchers, Dragon Phoenix Pearl has a higher concentration of vitamin C and amino acids than any other teas. This is unquestionably one of the finest jasmines shipped from the port of Fuzhou
Green Dragon Oolong
Green Dragon is a smooth and aromatic Taiwanese oolong tea and is greener than most. Lighter in color in both leaf and liquor, the Green Dragon Oolong is oxidized for a shorter period of time then the darker oolong teas. This makes for an entirely different character, a lighter, delicate flavor with a hint of floral undertones. Green Dragon has a medium body and a fantastic lingering after taste.

The tightly hand-rolled leaves expand to reveal a bud and two leaves that can be brewed several times, with each infusion creating a new experience. Green Dragon Oolong naturally has very little caffeine, but boosts a superior green tea flavor.

Taiwan, formerly known as Formosa, is known as the world best producer of the treasured Oolong teas and we have discovered the more Green Dragon Oolong is introduced in the US, the more popular it quickly becomes. With an abundance of health benefits, and exquisite flavor, Green Dragon is a tea held in very high regard. This Taiwanese tea is ideally steeped at 98 degrees for slightly less than 1 minute.

We highly recommend that Green Dragon Oolong be used for multiple steeps, each time unveiling a gorgeous glint of gold color liquor. The tightly rolled pellet like leaves will open more and more with each infusion, bringing you new flavor and fresh fruity aroma each and every time.
Green Dragon Oolong : Green Dragon is a smooth and aromatic Taiwanese oolong tea and is greener than most. Lighter in color in both leaf and liquor, the Green Dragon Oolong is oxidized for a shorter period of time then the darker oolong teas. This makes for an entirely different character, a lighter, delicate flavor with a hint of floral undertones. Green Dragon has a medium body and a fantastic lingering after taste. The tightly hand-rolled leaves expand to reveal a bud and two leaves that can be brewed several times, with each infusion creating a new experience. Green Dragon Oolong naturally has very little caffeine, but boosts a superior green tea flavor. Taiwan, formerly known as Formosa, is known as the world best producer of the treasured Oolong teas and we have discovered the more Green Dragon Oolong is introduced in the US, the more popular it quickly becomes. With an abundance of health benefits, and exquisite flavor, Green Dragon is a tea held in very high regard. This Taiwanese tea is ideally steeped at 98 degrees for slightly less than 1 minute. We highly recommend that Green Dragon Oolong be used for multiple steeps, each time unveiling a gorgeous glint of gold color liquor. The tightly rolled pellet like leaves will open more and more with each infusion, bringing you new flavor and fresh fruity aroma each and every time.
Japan Genmaicha : Japanese Genmaicha tea is an incredible example of the art of tea, and is a perfect tea for those new to green tea. Its young leaves are harvested from carefully tended to tea bushes. Puffs of roasted, hulled rice are then added giving the appearance of "popcorn tea". The name Genmaicha actually translates to "brown rice tea." The cup is full bodied and sweet with a delicious toasty flavor. How did this strange combination of tea and rice come about? Legend has it that in the 1400's, while serving hot tea to a samurai warlord, a servant named Genamai leaned to far forward and the rice snack in his pocket fell into the samurai's tea. To their surprise, popping commenced upon the rice falling into the near boiling water. Intrigued, the samurai tasted the tea and was overwhelmed with delight in the new found flavor. He then named the tea after Genmai and it was to be served every day thereafter. Now you too can enjoy Genmaicha as an everyday tea, in the afternoon or evening and savor its delicate flavor. This gourmet green tea is exceptionally popular with the Japanese children with an after school snack, especially because it is naturally lower in caffeine than most green teas. Homeopathic Asian and Indian healers have used Genmaicha tea along with most all green teas, for centuries. This tea can help to regulate blood sugar, enhance mental performance, and improve bone mineral density and so much more! It's not a hand full of pills, it's a beautiful fusion of science and nature, Mother Earth’s very best.
Japan Genmaicha
Japanese Genmaicha tea is an incredible example of the art of tea, and is a perfect tea for those new to green tea. Its young leaves are harvested from carefully tended to tea bushes. Puffs of roasted, hulled rice are then added giving the appearance of "popcorn tea". The name Genmaicha actually translates to "brown rice tea." The cup is full bodied and sweet with a delicious toasty flavor.

How did this strange combination of tea and rice come about? Legend has it that in the 1400's, while serving hot tea to a samurai warlord, a servant named Genamai leaned to far forward and the rice snack in his pocket fell into the samurai's tea. To their surprise, popping commenced upon the rice falling into the near boiling water. Intrigued, the samurai tasted the tea and was overwhelmed with delight in the new found flavor. He then named the tea after Genmai and it was to be served every day thereafter. Now you too can enjoy Genmaicha as an everyday tea, in the afternoon or evening and savor its delicate flavor.

This gourmet green tea is exceptionally popular with the Japanese children with an after school snack, especially because it is naturally lower in caffeine than most green teas. Homeopathic Asian and Indian healers have used Genmaicha tea along with most all green teas, for centuries. This tea can help to regulate blood sugar, enhance mental performance, and improve bone mineral density and so much more! It's not a hand full of pills, it's a beautiful fusion of science and nature, Mother Earth’s very best.
White Tea
China White Pekoe Tea

Origin: Fujian, China.

Fujian, during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), served as the heartland of China's tea production. This rich heritage of tea production offers many kinds of tea: lapsang souchong, white tea, black tea, and green tea, all Mother Earth's very best.

White tea is certainly the most delicate of all teas. Using only young tea leaves, Chinese White Pekoe tea is neither oxidized nor steamed, and it delivers a brilliant flavor.

Chinese white tea is a class unto itself and will exceed your expectations. Our White Pekoe tea comes from a small 2-acre garden in the Fujian province of China. It is a mountainous region with the tea garden approximately 3,500 feet above sea level.

Every late March, this garden produces a perfect, delicate light green and white leaf. Most white teas are very attractive but have little flavor. Not this one. This flashy tea leaf produces a deliciously mild sweet cup perfect for creating balance and harmony to your day
White Tea : China White Pekoe Tea Origin: Fujian, China. Fujian, during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), served as the heartland of China's tea production. This rich heritage of tea production offers many kinds of tea: lapsang souchong, white tea, black tea, and green tea, all Mother Earth's very best. White tea is certainly the most delicate of all teas. Using only young tea leaves, Chinese White Pekoe tea is neither oxidized nor steamed, and it delivers a brilliant flavor. Chinese white tea is a class unto itself and will exceed your expectations. Our White Pekoe tea comes from a small 2-acre garden in the Fujian province of China. It is a mountainous region with the tea garden approximately 3,500 feet above sea level. Every late March, this garden produces a perfect, delicate light green and white leaf. Most white teas are very attractive but have little flavor. Not this one. This flashy tea leaf produces a deliciously mild sweet cup perfect for creating balance and harmony to your day
Fruit and Herb Tisane : Tisanes are a blend of dried herbs, flowers, roots, nuts, fruits, and natural flavors that have a terrific bold refreshing taste. Add a little sweetener and they make a phenomenal iced tea. Hibiscus leaves and Rosehip are used throughout these herb and fruit blends, which give the added benefit of naturally occurring vitamin C. Made with the best ingredients that Mother Earth has offered us, this is a delicious path to good health! Tisanes, also known as an herbal infusion, are not made from tea leaves, but they are brewed with the same method. A little Tisane goes a long way! Steep in boiling water to your preferred level of strength, then either serve immediately or throw it over some ice as a cool refreshing summer time drink.
Fruit and Herb Tisane
Tisanes are a blend of dried herbs, flowers, roots, nuts, fruits, and natural flavors that have a terrific bold refreshing taste. Add a little sweetener and they make a phenomenal iced tea. Hibiscus leaves and Rosehip are used throughout these herb and fruit blends, which give the added benefit of naturally occurring vitamin C. Made with the best ingredients that Mother Earth has offered us, this is a delicious path to good health!

Tisanes, also known as an herbal infusion, are not made from tea leaves, but they are brewed with the same method. A little Tisane goes a long way! Steep in boiling water to your preferred level of strength, then either serve immediately or throw it over some ice as a cool refreshing summer time drink.