We too are disheartened by Queen Elizabeth II’s passing. So, let’s join them and the nation in mourning her loss. We dedicate this time to express our deepest condolences to …
Melrose’s Tea No Longer Available in the US
Melrose’s Tea is no longer available in the US. According to our friends at teadog.com, they have been unable to acquire it for some time. Melrose Tea has a long …
Do You Know This Man?
Who is this man? Do you know this famous figure in Scottish Tea history? This is Andrew Melrose, who started the brand of tea that carries his name. Andrew Melrose …
Take Tour of Melrose Tea (Video)
This video offers an interesting look at the Melrose Tea facility in Edinburgh, Scotland where they are creating new blends of tea.
See Print Ad from 18th Century Melrose Tea Company
In the book Brief Notice of the Tea Plant, Together withe Some Account of Coffee, Sugar, Rice, Tapioca, Sago and Several of the Spices, Collected From The Shop Bills of …
A Letter from William Melrose to His Father William
William Melrose was the son of Andrew Melrose, who founded Melrose Tea in Scotland in the 1800s. From about 1842 to 1857 he lived in China as a tea taster …
How Profitable was the Tea Business in the 1800s?
Andrew Melros, the founder of Melrose Tea, operated a grocery store and was a tea dealer in Edinburgh, Scotland in the 1800s. So, how profitable was this business at the …
Old Melrose Tea Print Ad
Melrose Tea used to be a classic Scottish Tea. Here is an old print ad the company used. Thanks to Edinburgh City of Print for the image. You can see …
Mock up of Old Melrose’s Tea Label
Melrose’s Tea dates back to mid-19th century Scotland. Here is an old black and white mock up of a label before it is printed. Thanks to Edinburgh City of Print …
How Your Melrose Tea Used to be Packaged
Today, most teas come packaged in cardboard boxes. Many of the classic caddies and tins are gone. Here is a classic Melrose Tea tin we saw and really liked. Thank …