Funnel Mill Rare Coffee & Tea in Santa Monica

These amazing nests are hand-made by artisans in yunnan. Tea brewed from it is considered an herbal remedy by the people of yunnan, who have a world-renown long life & negligible rate of cancer.

Our five year old pu-erh has an earthy character sometimes described as old or elemental. Compared to fresh pu-erh, this black tea is quite mild w/ a light sweetness in the after taste.

Until the early 19th century, yunnan was the only place in the world that produced top-notch pu-erh tea. Now, taiwan has made a great name for itself in the pu-erh tea market, winning many awards for its smoothness, earthy tone & sweet aftertaste. If you are a pu-erh drinker you should give this tea a try – you will not be disappointed.

This rare gem of pu-erh is aged for 18 years in bamboo baskets to impart unparalleled smoothness & sweetness. These cakes are highly treasured for their rich, unique flavor & their ability to maintain their integrity after multiple steepings.

Considered‎ by many to be the most snappy-tasting of the African coffees, Tanzania peaberry is treasured by many coffee connoisseurs who enjoy its special winy tones. the deep richness is noteworthy, along w/ a bright, lively & intense flavor for your palate. this bean develops its complex character from the coolness of the high altitude where it is harvested on the slopes of mount kilamanjaro near the kenyan border.

Always a favorite among coffee buyers & coffee lovers, celebes kalossi is one of the bolder medium roasted beans you will ever taste. The full & fragrant aroma, wonderful spicy notes & natural earthiness combine to accentuate the satisfying taste of this elegant, dynamic & full-bodied brew.

One of most respected coffee from Mexico, campesinos ecológicos de la sierra madre de chiapas. this coffee is produced by campesinos ecológicos de la sierra madre de chiapas (cesmach), a fair-trade & organic certified coop located at the buffer zone of el triunfo biosphere reserve. up on the highlands of the sierra madre de chiapas - a mountainous chain of steeps & pinnacles surpassing the 2,000 meters, surrounded by wide & numerous valleys that reach 1,000 meters above sea level, covered on the top by a soft mist which vanishes w/ torrential rains, is el triunfo biosphere reserve. this reserve contains mesoamerica’s largest continuous cloud forest, & it serves as a refuge to thousands of plant & animal species. el triunfo is a rare & valuable sanctuary that requires continued protection, & cesmach ensures this protection through various sustainable practices. all the coffee they produce is shade grown, & biological corridors are created in order to facilitate bird & animal migration. in addition, cafe imports pays a 20 cent per lb premium that is to be used for the continued maintenance of el triunfo biosphere reserve.

A unique organic bean, Italian roasted for full-body flavor. it has smooth & balanced body, & can also be brewed as espresso.

Grown in the premier mountain area of antigua, these gourmet coffee beans mature more slowly due to the cooler climate. This coffee has a superbly aromatic & dark roasted to bring out its natural oils.

The world's most highly regarded sumatra beans are from "the mandheling estate.” this gourmet coffee features a very smooth & heavy body marked w/ an excellent balance of acidity. Chocolate notes are prevalent in the finish.

From the small island of java comes this sweet & rich indonesian coffee. Hailing from the southern portion of indonesia, java estate boasts a full body, sweet flavor, & a smooth yet spicy finish. Not as bold as its neighbor sumatra mandheling, but comparable in sweetness to the new guinea reserve.

A true shade grown single estate coffee from south america, peru. Smooth, rich w/ a bit of fruity earthy finish & superbly sweet caramelized aromatic. This is a great mid body coffee. Perfect as espresso or any way you brew your coffee. A member of both rain forest alliance certified & organic certified.

This bean is often regarded as one of the world's finest coffees, & rightfully so. You'll enjoy an unusually silky flavor, & full, well-balanced body. The intense aroma creates a wonderfully elegant, complex profile. The medium-dark roast is optimal to enjoy the richness of this fine gourmet coffee.

Be‎ aware this is not the cup of coffee for these weaken one. Myth has it... "he who finished the cup of balthazar will meet the dark lord himself"

Aromatic, smooth dark chocolate & nutty.

Creamy; roasted w/ real vanilla beans & almond slices.

One of seven true biodynamic farm in the world, finca irlanda. Nestled in the sierra madre mountain range of chiapas mexico, finca irlanda is a pioneer in biodynamic farming, receiving the first such certification for coffee in the world in 1967. the unique qualities of terrier reinforced by the biodynamic agricultural practices of finca irlanda make it ideal. The thick crema & rich mouth feel compliment the coffee’s chocolate notes without a hint of bitterness; an incredibly rewarding finish to a meal. The principles & practices of biodynamic are based on the philosophy called anthroposophy, which includes understanding the ecological, the energetic & the spiritual in nature. Biodynamic farms are viewed as a whole organism, are virtually self-contained, & use distinct preparations, such as specially developed compost, to aid plant & soil development. “Basically, biodynamic farming is the next logical step beyond organic. This fantastic farm & its owner have been trailblazing sustainability in coffee farming for more than 40 years.

Wow, what a coffee! Like no other coffee you have ever tasted. Famous for its rich flavor, full body, & pleasant acidity, jamaican blue mountain has a clean, refined taste & fragrant aroma. Meticulously grown in the heart of the blue mountain region, this exclusive estate-grown coffee yields an exquisite, rare & exceptional beverage. It is a rare treat for many, & makes a wonderful gift.

100%‎ Pure kona fancy. Unlike "kona blends" & lower-quality kona beans, this is an expensive coffee that grabs you instantly w/ its aromatic scent & full taste. The exceptional body & balance of this bean fills the senses & is sure to please. Its flavor can be described as slightly spicy, w/ a character that plays between acidity & sweetness. Our kona coffee also makes a delightful iced beverage.

This bean is considered one of the greatest coffee beans in the world. It produces a superb & uniquely flavorful cup of coffee distinguished by rich body & flavor, & accompanied by a remarkably complex aroma. You will notice a piquant taste that is simultaneously smooth & pleasantly acidic. Chocolaty, fruity, & wine-like are all used to describe this magnificent gourmet coffee. It delivers the experience that you’d expect from a classic proven over centuries.

After a year of searching funnel mill have finally managed to bring in the jinotega shg (strictly high grown) green from jinotega nicaraguan. Jinotega nicaraguan coffees are considered the world high class classic, great cacao like body w/ clean balance of fruity caramelize flavor. Outperforming many other well balanced central american & south american high-grown beans. Many jinotega drinker likes to compare the fruitiness of the cupping w/ sister bean pacamara peaberry from el salvador.

Yunnan tea is easily identified by its luscious soft leaves, red-gold color, & unique peppery taste our yunnan gold needle superior is an exceptional quality tea if you plan on being deserted on an island, yunnan gold needle superior would be our suggestion for the one tea to take w/ you

The name long jing means "dragon well " this legendary green tea is pan-fired in a wok w/ great skill, & then is gently pressed flat its smooth liqueur is accompanied by a chestnut-like fragrance & fresh aftertaste

This rare & unusual green tea has tiny moss-like curls of a dark jade green color lu shan yun wu is grown on the peaks of mt lu shan, a taoist mountain known for its fantastic scenery this tea hails from stout, thick leaves that are covered w/ a fine white down this famous shrub was domesticated as early as the tang dynasty, & by the song dynasty (circa 1000) had been perfected for use as tea the tea was known as an imperial tribute, & to this day is rated among china’s top ten you will enjoy its buttery body, refreshing fragrance, & sweet taste

This‎ award-winning green tea has a sweet yet complex taste it is devoid of the bitter edge that some inferior green teas are prone to enlightened monkey has a distinct appearance, characterized by a flattened double leaf w/ a hidden downy bud because this tea is very delicate, one must be careful to brew it at just below 130°f

Uji is home of the best hand-picked, shade-grown shan cha this tea is lightly pan-roasted w/ white & brown rice, contributing to its distinct earthy & nutty flavor

Strong buds are plucked from the "fuding bid pekoe" plant to produce this king grade tea the tea gets its name from the silvery hairs that cover its buds during infusion, the buds stand upright in the cup, yielding a visual effect similar to bamboo shoots after a spring rain silver needle king is naturally scented w/ fresh jasmine flowers, producing a gentle, fresh, & persistent aroma the taste is delicious & sweet, & just one sip will fill your mouth & nose w/ the gentle bouquet

This white tea is grown in the Fujian province of china & is traditionally known as bai mudan it is one of the least processed of all teas, so you may need two full teaspoons for a serving the infused leaves have an aroma of sorrels & a pleasing, nutty flavor

During the ching dynasty, a local farmer from luku, taiwan, returned from fujian, china, w/ twelve tea plants he planted these along the shores of chi ling lake, & from these twelve trees the world-renowned tung ting oolong tea was born a richly aromatic medium oolong of exceptional quality, this tea is handpicked & slowly crafted over a period of five days note its smooth body, rich golden liqueur, & sweet lingering aftertaste

Hand picked & painstakingly crafted at the famed shan lin she mountain in taiwan, this oolong is an exceptional representation of traditional charcoal fire roasting this tea has a dark jade green color & a complex, fiery aroma the body is deep & full w/ a finish that is silky smooth & sweet when enjoying this tea, take a moment to look at the steeped leaves & note the'two leaves & a bud' sets, & the deep, thick, healthy glow of the green leaves

Tikuanyin‎ teas are native from fujian province in china legend has it that the tea received its name many centuries ago when a farmer tending a temple fell in dire need of funds to repair the temple the temple had an iron statue of kuan yin, the chinese goddess of compassion one night, he prayed to the statue & went to bed that night, the goddess appeared in his dream & told him that all he needed would be growing on a cliff behind the temple the next morning, he climbed the cliff, & found a wild tea plant that he transplanted & grew at the temple he named it the iron tikuanyin tea, after the iron statue, & it became so popular that sales from the tea helped to repair the temple iron tikuanyin is also sometimes spelled as tieguanyin, tiquanyin, tiekuanyin or literally translated into english as iron goddess oolong

Taiwan beauty also known as oriental beauty this sweet brown taiwanese oolong has a pronounced honey aroma & notes of spice this tea has the subtle complexities of an oolong in taste & aroma, but the appearance & strength of a black tea originally devised to compete w/ the popular darjeeling teas from india, oriental beauty was promoted heavily in europe & the us before world war ii

Extremely well respected, taiwan high mounatin oolong has become one of the most sought-after teas amongst connoisseurs this rare tea is known for its floral aroma, distinctly complex flavor, & fresh, clean aftertaste taiwan high mountain jade is very close to being fully green, & is easily distinguished from the traditional darker varieties of mainland china oolong

Same as high mountain – jade but w/ a clear amber color & a light smoky flavor

In october 2007, funnel mill signed a private contract w/ the only taiwanese tea plantation that produces new high mountain tea as a result, funnel mill has the exclusive right to introduce this tea to the us market the new high mountain tea has a natural fruity fragrance & a fresh mellow sweet taste devoid of astringency the finish is grassy w/ a shimmering clear infusion of green tea taste this rare gem of tea its hard to find even in taiwan stock is limited

A particularly rare tea created through a unique process spring fresh green tea is layered between early winter jasmine blossoms (these blossoms have the most aroma) air that is slightly warmer than ambient temperature air is passed through the layers of blossoms & tea the fragrance of the blossoms permeates the new fresh tea resulting in a concentrated heady bouquet of a grade in full bloom following this process, some of the jasmine flowers & petals are blended into the winter jasmine to enhance the flavors & visual appeal hand picked in early winter for high aromatic floral tea

Taiwan winter jasmine is a testament to the level of skill & craftsmanship that can be accomplished by generations of processing tea whereas a typical grade of jasmine tea will only be fermented once w/ jasmine petals, our taiwan winter jasmine has been fermented 15 times & aged for one month to create a deep-bodied flavor this tea has a light peach color & fresh jasmine scent, sweet refreshing taste, & a lingering floral aftertaste

Different‎ from true tea camellia sinenses, herbal infusions come from the leaves, roots, stems, fruits or flowers that are known to have healthful properties funnel mill’s unique recipe uses astragal roots, red dates, lycium fruit, & fresh apples these ingredients have been shown to help prevent migraines, eye fatigue, body exhaustion, & cold hands & feet

Different from true tea camellia sinenses, herbal infusions come from the leaves, roots, stems, fruits or flowers that are known to have healthful properties funnel mill’s unique recipe uses astragal roots, red dates, lycium fruit, & fresh apples these ingredients have been shown to help prevent migraines, eye fatigue, body exhaustion, & cold hands & feet

Did you know yerba maté is known as "friendship tea" throughout south america? traditionally, yerba maté is brewed in a gourd shell called a cabaca through a metal filtering straw called a bombilla sharing a gourd of maté w/ a friend is a common social practice in Argentina & throughout south America

Our rose tea originates from a wild species cultivated by dry farming this rose bush grows to 1 6m in height & 1 2m in width flowers of this plant are usually individual & appear on two-year old stems at the beginning of spring according to the ancient chinese pharmacopoeia roses are clear & kind; it is said that they can invigorate the circulation of blood & keep us pretty & healthy

This plant has been cultivated in china since the 15th century, & is commonly drunk in the heat of summer chrysanthemum flower tea is thought to purify blood & get rid of toxins & excess heat it has also been known to calm & relax the body & mind

Wild chrysanthemum is found in huang shan, the yellow mountain its flowers have distinct white petals like a sunflower the wild variety produces a beverage that is more peppery in taste

Hibiscus flower has a unique & delicious taste that is distinctive & vibrant hibiscus is rich in vitamin c, & has been used to ease indigestion, relieve colds & respiratory trouble, & promotes good circulation

Lily flower tea is refreshing w/ a sweet & smooth finish this herb helps to alleviate a cough, clear heat of the heart, & quiet the spirit it can also firm skin & reduce wrinkles

Chamomile is one of the oldest flower teas, w/ its use for medicinal purposes dating back to ancient egypt the egyptians considered chamomile a universal remedy, drinking it to battle various illnesses, promote calm, & relieve anxiety funnel mill imports only the finest chamomile flower from egypt, & it is naturally caffeine-free if you have yet to try it, you'll be pleasantly surprised by its superior natural flower flavor

This‎ unique & rare jasmine flower has a long history in traditional chinese herbal remedies wild jasmine has been used to help clear internal body heat, brighten the eyes, neutralize toxins, & protect the liver mixing it w/ chrysanthemum flower is thought to help lower cholesterol

Wild peppermint has been naturalized in north America & is found near streams natural hybridization among wild species has yielded many varieties of peppermint, but only the black & white varieties are recognized by herbalists the white variety is less hardy & less productive, but its oil is considered more delicate

A unique organic bean, italian roasted for full-body flavor. It has smooth & balanced body, & can also be brewed as espresso.