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Curated in small batches inside our historic mixery at 3-4 Sun Street, where our master blenders combine whole leaves, herbs, flowers and spices using traditional methods. Every pouch is hand packed with the same attention to detail that has defined Teastones since opening our doors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStanding just outside the magnificent Canterbury Cathedral, our tea house has become a destination where locals and visitors gather over exceptional tea before taking a little of Canterbury home with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome arrive searching for a recommendation. Others simply ask for \"the usual.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThose familiar favourites, chosen day after day by our community, have become the true signature of Teastones.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"drunken-santa","title":"Canterbury Spice — Immune-Boosting Fruit \u0026 Chilli Herbal Tea","description":"\u003ch3\u003eSpice. Heat. Depth. 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