All teas in this pack have been vacuum packed at origin, which stops them becoming dry, stale or bitter and preserves their naturally sweet flavour. Picking Only the young "top two leaves and a bud" are hand picked for this blend when they're just at the right stage of maturity. The gentle handling and careful selection means that the leaves aren't bruised or damaged before the tea making process begins. Quality We use the finest teas, from the best tea gardens in the world - all as a result of hard work by passionate tea makers. Teas destined for M&S luxury gold are always specially preserved at origin to retain their exceptional flavours. Taste M&S luxury gold is unlike any other tea, with a 'true' tea flavour - full, yet naturally smooth and sweet.