Alex is a world-renowned tea blender and taster after decades of travelling, learning and tasting innumerable teas. He has visited over 150 tea and herb estates in all the major tea growing regions and has given masterclasses on tea in over 20 countries.
In the late 90s Alex worked as a buyer and blender for Tetley, until 2006 when he was ready to set up Blends For Friends, his own tea company in Kent.
He has taught Masterclasses in Tea Blending and Advanced Tasting for the UKTA. Look out for special UKTA Academy Extras with Alex.