The Travel Series by the Gryphon Tea Company

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One of my favourite tea companies in Singapore is the Gryphon Tea Company. I was first introduced to it during my stay at the Pan Pacific Singapore and have fallen in love with it ever since. This festive season, Gryphon Tea Company has put together a specially-curated range of teas from their award-winning Artisan Selection - The Travel Series. 

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The Travel Series | Photo Credit: Gryphon Tea Company

The Travel Series | Photo Credit: Gryphon Tea Company

The Travel Series draws inspirations from the songs and scenes from Singapore's past and it exudes fun and playful flavours which go in line with the season ahead! If you're looking for a gift for Christmas, this could very well be the perfect present! 

The Travel Series by the Gryphon Tea Company will feature the following six exciting flavours (which are inspired by namesake songs):

  • Di Tanjong Katong
  • Little Things
  • Singai Naadu
  • Blooming Gardens
  • Tropical Paradise
  • Sunny Island
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