When Thomas Twining opened his shop on London's Strand in 1706, little did he know that we would still be supplying some of the world's finest tea to this date. Just like Thomas, our passion still burns brightest for loose leaf, the ultimate for the enthusiast to savour the subtle flavours of the freshest & finest teas & infusions. Jade Pillar These delicate pillars are hand made in the Yunnan region of China. Delicate twists of spring leaves from young tea bushes are gently bound & twisted together to produce a delicate yet tasty green tea. The liquor displays the refreshing complexity of soft, grassy young tea with layers of floral jasmine & honeysuckle notes.