C'est une belle Histoire

Because it was him, because it was me…

Behind this creation, there is much more than a simple blend: there is a story, that of two men, Arthur Betjeman and Percy Barton, whose meeting and partnership in 1927 in Paris shaped the soul of our house. Leafing through the archives of the historic boutique on Boulevard Malesherbes, we rediscovered through the yellowed pages of their travel journals their shared passion for tea and plants, and the ceaseless quest that drove them to travel the world in search of new and exceptional flavors.

The Legacy of Two Adventurers of Taste

Arthur Betjeman, a refined gentleman with impeccable taste, found inspiration in tradition, in the purity of classic citrus fruits such as bergamot and lemon. He loved the simplicity and precision of flavors, those invigorating notes reminiscent of the elegance of England and its hushed tea rooms.

Percy Barton, for his part, was a curious mind, an explorer of the senses. His travels took him to the four corners of the world, where he discovered unexpected botanical treasures. The fig, the lotus, the pitanga—rare and exotic fruits—are all symbols of his tireless quest for new sensations.

Tea and food pairings
To accompany the C'est une Belle Histoire black tea, let a still-warm fig financier melt on your palate, its soft texture perfectly complementing the tea's fruity sweetness. The more adventurous might try a rose and lychee macaron, whose delicate notes will resonate with the captivating mystery of pitanga. In the late afternoon, a simple vanilla madeleine is all it takes to bring out the complexity of this tea-narrative, like a delicious punctuation mark in this beautiful story of flavors.


Tea-based recipes and cocktails
As an iced infusion, this tea takes on a light, floral, and fruity character, perfect for warm days: serve it with a few fresh red berries and a squeeze of lime. For a cocktail, combine it with a dash of floral gin, elderflower liqueur, and a few drops of bitter orange to create a sophisticated drink, light as a summer breeze. For a non-alcoholic version, simply add a splash of sparkling water and a slice of pitanga (or cherry) for an elegant tropical touch.