Testimonials

"It is a religion of the art of life"
Joerg Muller and Karin Wieland feature this quote from Okakura's classic, "The Book of Tea", on their handsome Solaris Botanicals brochure, and it's a presumptive but entirely appropriate borrowing, for if you seek the refinement of tea and tea drinking, then Solaris teas should be part of your culinary culture.
Having sampled several of the teas, the word that comes to mind is "subtle". Try the Earl Grey, for instance, a tea often saturated with an excess of bergamot, but the Solaris Earl Grey is wonderfully delicate and refreshing, the bergamot notes handled with the élan of true expertise.
Similarly, the smoky Lapsang Souchong is not too smoky: the pine wood smoke is present, but not overstated, and it is such a pleasure to come back to a tea that I had been alienated from thanks to too many encounters with over-smoked teas that had all the subtlety of Laphroaig whiskey.
It helps, of course, that the teas are also so beautifully packaged, making for the vital elements to create your own tea ceremony. Solaris is a bright and brilliant star.

 "In Ireland we drink more tea than anyone else in the world, yet we know little or nothing about tea. Jorg Muller is quietly changing that. His Solaris blends of tea are brilliant brews, concoctions that have elemental qualities that once sampled, can’t be lived without. His green chai, for instance, is the finest green tea we have ever tasted – beautifully balanced, free of bitterness, life-enhancing. This is the aesthetic of the world of tea, sold in a beautiful box, waiting to improve your life."

John McKenna, Bridgestone Guides and Food Writer (IE)

Earl Grey:"I was given a canister of your Earl Grey tea for Christmas which is almost at an end, and I desperately need to replace it, as it is the nicest Earl Grey I have ever tasted! I have 3 different Earl Greys which I use daily (I do drink rather too much of it!), but yours I keep for the evening as a special treat with some fine chocolate and it is perfect - beautifully delicate balance between the fresh tea and the bergamot without the bitterness of many EGs, wonderful large leaves which testify to the quality as opposed to the wrinkled old bits of dust I find in other brands!" Jeremy F., East Sussex (UK)

I just want to commend you on doing such great work! I loved the last purchase I made (Solaris Organic Green Tea Chai). I really look forward to trying out your White Tea Chai. Either way, I will be a customer for life! I feel lucky to have your company in this country. Keep up the great work! Liam H, (IE)

Isis (Relax Tea): "Isis really helped me through a difficult and stressful patch in my life." Bernadette D. (IE)

Mogli: "I think my little baby daughter is addicted to your Children's Tea, should I worry?" (nothing to worry there, its healthy) Telephone enquiry 

Solaris Teas were recently tasted by 5 individuals (spread over the globe)  as part of an interview (to read the whole interview and reviews go to http://www.naturesnexus.org/

Tea reviews

Tea review by Liz Tams (UK)

Jasmine Dragon Pearls Tea
First I had to wait whilst the tea pearls danced their magic, slowly evolving into a fragrant soft greeny liquid that invites the nose in. Fascinated, I held the cup (I don't have a tea pot) and watched and smelt as the pearls unfold, inhaling the different stages of development. Finally I sipped and felt as though my whole body
unwound, my shoulder dropped their tension, and my head lifted high as I got lost in this new smell- taste-sight experience. The flavour was wonderful but, to my uneducated tea palette it was strong and a little
bitter.  Of course I had used too many pearls! So I simply topped up the cup with more hot water. This time the taste was soft, subtle, and sensuous. After my – somewhat enforced – break, I actually felt energised, as though I had had an after dinner nap and woken refreshed.
10/10

Organic White Tea Chai
That evening I reached for the Organic White Tea Chai. Teapot-less, I just placed a spoonful directly into my cup and poured water on to it. Unlike their sedate cousin, the jasmine pearls, these free leaves danced and dived and swirled around the cup, finally settling in a dark green mass at the bottom. I find it's the Organic White Tea Chai that holds the fragrant spice and citrus I detected earlier. They blend wonderfully with the White Peony tea, creating a warm comforting, almost oriental taste that must surely come from the Anis.
I sip again, fall in love, and feel like someone has wrapped me in a warm quilt and tucked a hot water bottle under my feet. I'm in heaven.
10/10

Mogli (Children's Tea)
I put off trying Mogli for a day or so, because I was so entranced with my other two teas I couldn't stop drinking them. Mogli felt like it was going to be an intruder on new friendships. That is until I had a really heavy meal and felt sort of icky. Looking for something to ease my discomfort I thought of Mogli as I knew it contained Fennel, Oat straw, Chamomile, and Linden Flower which are all digestive aids.
Out came my mug (still teapot-less!) and in went a spoon of fragrant herbs followed swiftly by hot water. This time my visual enjoyment involved watching as leaf, flower and seeds bobbed and dived - but merrily refused to sink. The aroma was gentle and soothing, with the fennel just taking the lead role. Rose peeped in as I took my first sip, and I knew it had been a mistake not to have met Mogli sooner. Because I hadn't strained the tea there were delightful bits floating on the top which (for me) added to my enjoyment as I bit into the odd captured fennel seed.
Was it the tea that eased my icky tummy or the ritualised distraction of making, observing, smelling, and finally tasting this charming blend? Perhaps I'll never know – but something worked.
I really must get a tea pot and strainer to enjoy these teas at their very best. They are artworks, they are perfume, and they are divine. They have taught me, a confirmed coffee girl, to appreciate the fine art of a master tea blender - and they deserved more revered treatment than simply floating in a mug.
10/10

Tea review by Donna Yates (USA)

These are the most amazing tea blends that I have tasted. It's very difficult to pick a favourite from the three, with the Green Chai and the Chocolate Roobibos equalling as top faves! I think the chocolate roobibos takes the favourite top spot, simply because I did not expect to like it, once tasted though…Wow, it's a treat!

Green Tea Chai

This blend is like drinking a cup of pure relaxation. Its subtle blends of spices give it a taste and aroma which brings contentment and a feeling of refreshment.

The whole process of brewing and drinking this tea blend is a Joy, from the initial opening of the box and smelling the beautiful aroma, to the drinking of this delicious tea.

I rate this product 10 out of 10 on all counts, from packaging, aroma, taste and refreshment. A Delight!


Digestive Tea

This has been a success with both of my children. Its sweetness and blends of herbs and spices appealed to them both. As a digestive aid, I found it eased bloating after a meal and tasted good too.

I rate this product 10 out of 10 as a digestive aid, taste, aroma and packaging. Sweet and settling!


Roobibos Chocolate Chai

When I first saw a chocolate tea, I have to admit I was wary! Chocolate and tea? No Way! Well, I was brave, tried it and found it to be….Divine!

This must be one of the most delicious tea blends I have ever tried. It mixes delightful aroma with gently spiced tastes with conjure up feelings of sheer luxury, soft velvet. It is a refreshing, luxurious treat for the taste buds and soul.

I rate this tea 10+ out of 10! On all counts; Its awesome!

Owner/proprietor of Westbranch Javajunction (USA)

Four people tried the teas, everyone enjoyed the teas!  I have tried a lot of teas, I have never had any as good as Solaris!

Nathaniel's review (USA):

I can't say enough about how fresh and flavorful these teas were. Compared to some of our American grocery store varieties, the Solaris teas surpassed everything in quality and flavor!  Sampling Solaris teas was a learning experience as to how tea should taste.  
 
Other comments:
I love the eco friendly packaging!  Responsible, friendly, and great looking!

Owner/proprietor http://www.westbranchjavajunction.com/

Which teas did you sample?
1. Organic Green Tea Chai
2. Organic Roobios Chocolate Chai
3. Organic Earl Grey
 
How was the tea prepared?
1.  Water
2.  Water & steamed milk
3.  Water
 
What were your impressions of each blend? (Taste, aroma, functionality,etc.)
Appearance, taste, aroma - excellent on all three
 
What did you like/dislike about the tea?
The packaging was really nice on the Green Tea Chai.  The look is pure on the outside, as well on the inside.
 
Other comments:
Four people tried the teas, everyone enjoyed the teas!  I have tried a lot of teas, I have never had any as good as Solaris!

Read more:
• About us
• Our Philosophy
• FAQ
• News