Book & Tea Pairing: The Hacienda & Halloween Blend Black Tea
A Haunting Brew for a Haunted Hacienda
Welcome to our first weekly pairing for October's theme, The Architecture of Fear. This week, we're stepping into a remote, imposing estate where supernatural secrets refuse to stay buried. To fortify you on this chilling journey, we’ve paired a brilliant gothic horror novel with a tea blended specifically for the spooky season.
This Week's Read
In the aftermath of the Mexican War of Independence, Beatriz marries the wealthy Don Rodolfo Solórzano, seeking solace and security at the imposing Hacienda San Isidro. However, her dreams of a peaceful life crumble as she becomes plagued by terrifying visions and whispers of his first wife's mysterious demise. Isolated and increasingly terrified, Beatriz turns to Padre Andrés, a priest whose knowledge of ancient witchcraft may be her only hope of survival. This chilling gothic horror novel explores themes of love, loss, and the lingering impact of colonialism in a vividly realized historical setting.
Your Companion Tea
A spooktacular tea for a spooktacular time of year! Our Halloween blend has a rich and vibrant black tea base, with sweet caramel, vanilla, and a touch of citrus and cream to delight your tastebuds. It's a staff favorite for a reason; we're sure you'll think it's fang-tastic. The perfect companion for a chilling tale on a dark night.
Why It's The Perfect Pairing
The Hacienda is a masterpiece of gothic suspense, plunging readers into a remote, imposing estate where a dark, supernatural legacy takes hold. The story is steeped in atmosphere, where every shadow and whisper contributes to a rising sense of dread. To navigate this immersive horror, a classic, dark brew is required.
Our Halloween Blend Black Tea is its perfect counterpart. Crafted specifically for the spooky season, its rich black tea base is both grounding and invigorating, while notes of sweet caramel and vanilla provide a comforting sweetness against the story's encroaching darkness. It’s the ideal companion for unraveling the hacienda's chilling secrets on a cool autumn night.
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