The Charleston Tea Plantation, America’s quiet tea spot is holding the 3rd Annual First Flush Tea Festival on May 16, 2009 to honor the commencement of the 2009 crop harvest.
“The festival name, First Flush, is defined as the escalated growth of new leaves on the tea plants in the spring time after a winter of rest. Their ‘first flush’ of new growth is harvested to produce what avid tea drinkers deem to be the most unique, fresh, and amazing cup of tea.”
The First Flush Festival is not just about tea. You will find music, entertainment, art, yummy food selections and local favorites like BBQ. There will be arts, crafts, fun and games for the whole family.
The Charleston Tea Plantation is the home of American Classic Tea, the ONLY tea grown and produced in America. Located on Wadmalaw Island, SC the Plantation grounds include 127 acres of camellia sinensis tea plants, an operating tea factory, and a charming Plantation Gift Shop, where visitors can purchase numerous varieties of American Classic Tea. Also available to guests is an adventurous and educational Trolley Ride, which tours the grounds while telling the story of the Plantation and its ongoing effort to produce American grown tea. For additional information or to purchase your tickets for the First Flush Festival, visit Charleston Tea Plantation or call 843-559-0383.
