Afternoon Tea
Enjoy a classic English Afternoon Tea in our elegant restaurant or sitting room at The Capital Hotel, Apartments & Townhouse, located in the heart of Knightsbridge surrounded by some of London’s most prestigious stores. Indulge in the historical experience that is afternoon tea with our selection of homemade sandwiches, sweet delights and traditional scones.
Opening Times: 12pm – 5.30pm everyday
“There are a few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to a ceremony known as afternoon tea”
Henry James 1881
JING Afternoon Tea Menu
Please inform us if you have any food allergies or dietary requirements.
Some of our menu items contain nuts, seeds and other allergens.
Traditional JING Afternoon Tea - £50
Traditional Champagne Afternoon Tea - £64
(Serving Pierre Moncuit Champagne or upgrade to Rose Pierre Moncuit for £5)
Traditional Afternoon Tea Menu
“There are a few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to a ceremony known as afternoon tea”
Henry James 1881
The Afternoon Tea Story
The story begins, as all good stories should, Every day around 4pm as Duchess Anna was sipping tea, she would feel the growl of her belly and look longingly at the clock wishing the hours away until she was invited down for dinner. One day, having eaten very little at lunch, she could no longer bear the wait and ordered from the kitchen her pot of tea accompanied by some buttered bread and cakes.
Inspiring the world to drink tea at its best "Jing Tea"
“We source and sell single garden teas of such clarity and purity that they wow the senses and transport you to tastes and places unknown. Each tea is an expression of the individuality of the places, tea makers and cultures from which they are born whilst championing tea sustainability.”
Edward Eisler, Founder
Sandwich Selection
A traditional afternoon tea selection of freshly cut finger sandwiches made fresh each day
Sweets
A selection of seasonal delicately crafted sweets to perfectly compliment your tea or Champagne
Scones
Plain & fruit scones , Cornish clotted cream & strawberry preserve
(Cakes, scones & pastries will be replenished on request)
The JING Tea List
The JING Tea List
Black Tea
Assam Breakfast
The ultimate breakfast tea - this Assam Breakfast is satisfying and robust, with honeyed malt richness. Assam lies at sea level in India’s subtropical north east and is renowned for its rich soils bordering the Bramhaputra River. We blend the best leaves from the region’s finest tea gardens for a bold and true expression of Assam character.
Red Dragon
A unique black tea from Yunnan, China, crafted using an imported tea cultivar from Taiwan that is normally used to make oolong tea. Grown in agriculturally organic tea gardens, it has a distinct tropical fruitiness from the cultivar and complex, aroma and taste from the high-mountain terroir.
Earl Grey
This Earl Grey is masterfully blended with an invigorating black tea from Ruhuna, Sri Lanka, for a strong, full-bodied base, uplifted by vibrant citrus notes of natural bergamot. These high quality ingredients complement each other to create the perfect balance of smooth, rich taste and a refreshing finish.
Organic Darjeeling
2nd Flush From historical estates in Darjeeling, India, these tea leaves encapsulate the best of the summer flush from this famous, mountain region.
Green Tea
Organic Jade SwordTM
Grown among the misty mountains in a remote part of Hunan, China, Organic Jade Sword is the perfect introduction to green tea as it should be: the very essence of spring. Picked from a rich, biodiverse garden, this organic green tea is full of fresh, grassy and naturally sweet character, with no bitterness.
Organic Dragon Well – £5 supp.
China’s most famous green tea. It’s picked in early spring near Hangzhou, China, which is the true home of this tea. The young leaves are pan fired by masters, creating the classic spear shape and nutty taste.
Sparkling Tea
Jasmine Pearls Sparkling Tea £6.50 per glass / £24.95 per bottle
Our delicious sparkling tea will take you on a moreish taste journey. You’ll find heady jasmine aromas with a smooth and refreshing green tea depth, subtle fruit notes, hints of honey and a dry texture.
Crafted using Jasmine Pearls green tea, slowly infused in cold, filtered water to bring out the perfect balance of rounded green tea body and high floral aromas. The liquid is then delicately carbonated to give a soft, gently sparkling finish.
White Tea
Organic Yunnan White Peony
From an organic garden in an unspoilt and remote area of Yunnan province. Not the typical area for White Peony in China, but this example expresses the right character with unique, fruity qualities from the Yunnan terroir.
Jasmine Silver Needle – £5 supp.
The youngest, sweetest tea buds are carefully plucked and withered slowly in the sun to create a pure, silver needle white tea. Before being traditionally scented with fresh, whole jasmine flowers over five consecutive nights.
Oolong Tea
Ali Shan
Grown in a garden that is converting to fully organic and crafted using the classic, Jin Xuan cultivar, this high mountain oolong is indicative of the creamy and floral flavours that Taiwanese teas are known for.
Yellow Gold – £5 supp.
Sourced from the sub-tropical mountains of Fujian province, China. The leaves are picked and hand-rolled into small balls to secure their bright, floral aroma.
Herbal Infusions
Raspberry & Rose
A stunning fruit and floral tea with a subtle perfume of whole rosebuds, tart raspberry pieces and deliciously floral osmanthus. This pink hued infusion feels jammy on the palate and is complemented by the gently sour, fruit character. Delivering complexity and elegance with a delicately floral finish.
Rooibos
To ensure the purest clarity of flavour, we selected a high-grade, long cut Rooibos leaf from its native home in Cederberg, South Africa. Fully oxidised, the leaves have a rich, tangy taste of honey and seville orange that’s perfect as a comforting caffeine-free alternative to breakfast tea.
Whole Peppermint Leaf
High-quality, loose leaf peppermint tea leaves from Bavaria, Germany, are picked whole and slowly dried to retain the all-important essential oils, colour and flavour. This naturally caffeine-free infusion is intensely refreshing, with strong menthol aromas and an invigorating, cooling finish.
Sample Wine List
White Wine List
Sparkling / Champagne (125ml / Bottle)
0003 Masottina Prosecco Brut £9 / £45
0006 Gaston Chiquet Brut 1ér Cru £17 / £85
0004 Pierre Moncuit Blanc de Blancs £19 / £95
0002 Pierre Moncuit Rose £21 / £105
0001 Henriot Magnum 1,5 L £250
0008 Dom Perignon 2009 £680
0007 Louis Roederer Cristal 2009 £800
White Wine by the Glass (175ml / Bottle)
0304 Telmo Rodriguez, Basa Verdejo £8 / £30
0105 Dom. Guillemarine, Picpoul de Pinet £9 / £35
0404 Glover Family, BOB Sauvignon Blanc £10 / £40
0208 Luigi Tacchino, Gavi di Gavi £12 / £43
0108 Domain Colombier, Chablis £15 / £50
Rose Wine by the Glass (175ml / Bottle)
0011 Domaine Pinchinat, Provence £11 / £42
Dessert Wine by the Glass (125ml / Bottle)
0012 Rasteau Trapadis Vdn £10 / £60
White Wine (Bottle)
French
Burgundy
0108 Domain Colombier, Chablis 2021 £50
0110 St Romain Chanterives 2016 £80
Bordeaux
0115 Cote de Blaye, Haut Grelot 2020 £40
Rest of France
0105 Guillemarine, Picpoul 2021 £ 35
0107 Bouchot, P. Fume "Terre Blanche" 2019 £50
0112 Berlioz Chignin "Les filles" 2014 £90
Italy
0609 Pastini Minutolo 2017 £ 40
0208 Luigi Tacchino, Gavi di Gavi 2021 £43
0210 Ciuri, Le terrazze dell'Etna bianco 2016 £60
0212 Ciro Picariello, Fiano di Avellino 2014 £56
0213 Castel J, Muller Thurgau 2017 £56
0216 Vigneti Massa, Derthona 2016 65
0217 Borgo Del Tiglio, Collio Bianco 2016 £70
Austria
0602 Brundlmayer, Gruner Valtliner 2018 £45
0604 Neuburger, Somm in the Must 2016 £65
Portugal
0301 Laureiro, Vale do Homem 2017 £30
0302 Fernao Pires, Quinta do Boa Esperanca 2016 £45
Australia
0401 Tyrells, VAT 1 Semillon 2011 £65
0403 Symphonia, Petit Manseng 2008 £65
0402 Cotier Garagiste, Gewurztraminer 2017 £65
Spain
0304 Telmo Rodriguez, Basa Verdejo 2021 £30
0303 Clipeo, Maturana Blanca 2016 £95
Argentina
0405 Dona Silvinia, Torrontes 2017 £40
Greece
0603 Nemea Bizios, Moscofilero Symposium 2017 £45
England
0605 Lyme Bay Chardonnay 2019 £60
New Zealand
0404 Glover family, Bob Sauvignon Blanc 2021 £40
Germany
0608 Biodynamite 2017 £48
0606 Keller 1er Cru, Pinot Blanc 2015 £60
0607 Krugen Rumpf, Riesling 2014 £70
Red Wine List
Red Wine by the Glass (175ml / Bottle)
0355 La Viña de Ayer Garnacha Spain £ 9 / £ 40
0267 Tormaresca Neprica Primitivo Italy £ 10 / £ 39
0651 Luigi Bosca, Malbec Argentina £ 12 / £ 45
0601 Schwarztrauber Pinot Noir Germany £ 13 / £ 48
0181 Château Valmangaux, Haut-Médoc £ 16 / £ 60
Italy
Piemonte
0251 Prunotto Barbera 2020 £45
0257 Prunotto Langhe Nebbiolo Occhetti 2019 £65
0253 Ratti, Rocche Dell' Annunziata Barolo 2013 £320
0255 Roagna, Barbaresco Faset 2013 £370
Veneto
0258 Masi Toar Valpolicella Classico Sup. 2018 £60
0259 Masi Costasera Amarone Valpolicella 2016 £85
Tuscany
0260 Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva 2018 £70
0262 Pian Delle Vigne Rosso di Montalcino2020 £75
0261 Guado al Tasso Il Bruciato 2020 £90
0264 Antinori Tignanello 2018 £350
0256 Biondi Santi, Brunello di Montalcino 2012 £750
Central Italy
0254 Colle Ticchio, Corte dei Papi Lazio 2017 £40
0270 Ronchi Centovie Montepulciano Abruzzo 2015 £70
0263 Cotarella Montiano Merlot Lazio 2017 £160
South Italy
0267 Tormaresca Neprica Primitivo Puglia 2020 £39
0265 Cantine Del Notaio L'atto Basilicata 2020 £45
0268 Tormaresca Torcicoda Primitivo Puglia 2019 £65
0266 Cantine Del Notaio Il Sigillo Basilicata 2014 £85
0269 Tormaresca Bocca di Lupo Puglia 2017 £180
South Africa
0773 Vintners, Liberte Pinotage 2016 £80
Australia
0451 Thitseldown Vagabond Grenache 2015 £75
0452 Mount Harroks Nero D'avola 2015 £70
0453 Wendouree Cabernet Sauvignon 1998 £430
0454 Penfold Grange 1999 £1250
Canada
0556 Le vieux Pin, Syrah Cuvee Classique 2015 £130
Greece
0560 Bizios Nemea Agiorgitiko 2011 £65
Argentina
0651 Bodega Luigi Bosca Malbec Mendoza 2018 £45
France
Bordeaux
0180 Château La Fagnouse St.Emilion 2015 £60
0181 Château Cantemerle, Les Alles Haut-Médoc 2014 £70
0185 Château Chantalouette Pomerol 2016 £100
0184 Château Batailley Puillac 1998 £190
0182 Château Batailley Puillac 2015 £200
0183 Château Giscours Margaux 2016 £230
Burgundy
0186 Henri de Villamont Pinot Noir Prestige 2020 £60
0188 Chassagne-Montrachet Les Chênes 2018 £95
0164 Jean Fery, Savigny Les Beune 2017 £110
0189 Vin. Girardin Volnay Vieilles Vignes 2016 £145
0165 Bouchard, Beaune Premier Cru 2016 £150
0160 Saint Julien, Nuit Saint Georges 2014 £390
Provance
0179 Chateau Simone 2011 £190
0195 Domain Trevallon 2001 £790
Cote du Rhone
0192 Chateau D'aigueville Côtes-du-Rhône 2020 £45
0154 Chateau Pesquie, Ventoux Ventvri 2015 £45
0170 Dom. Laurens, Marcillac Pierre Rouges 2016 £60
0171 Peillot, Bugey Mondeuse 2015 £62
0159 Guigal, Brune et Blonde Cote du Rhone 2015 £140
0174 La Nerthe, Châteauneuf du Pape 2016 £140
0163 Chateau Beaucastel, Chateneuf du Pape 2015 £260
Rest of France
0193 Chateau Riviere Minervois Languedoc 2018 £35
0177 Pierre Breton, Close Senechal Loire 2010 £65
0176 Métrat Fleurie La Roilette Beaujolais 2019 £43
0194 Duboeuf Fleurie La Madone Beaujolais 2019 £46
0172 Trosseau, Les Bruyeres Jura 2014 £85
California
0555 Scylla, Birichino 2019 £65
0551 Varner, Los Alamos Pinot Noir 2014 £65
0554 Chanin, Pinot Noir 2014 £170
0552 Peter Michael, Les Pavots 2003 £720
Chile
0751 Zardoz Indomita Cabernet 2018 £95
0752 Montelig Siebenthl 2013 £110
Spain
0355 Soto Manrique La Viña Garnacha 2021 340
0351 Safra, Celler del Rou 2015 £48
0354 Rar Priorat 2018 £62
Germany
0601 Schwarztrauber, Pinot Noir 2020 £48
The JING Floral Elegance Afternoon Tea
13th - 31st May 2023
Traditional JING Floral Elegance Afternoon Tea – £50
Signature Cocktail Floral Elegance Afternoon Tea – £64
Blossom Floral Cocktail A fine blend of No3 gin, rose liqueur, lemon juice and JING Jasmine Pearls Sparkling Tea
(A glass of Pierre Moncuit Champagne is also available as a substitute to the cocktail if you wish)
Sandwich Selection
A traditional afternoon tea selection of finger sandwiches made fresh each day
Sweets
A selection of seasonal delicately crafted sweets to perfectly compliment your tea or Champagne:
Lemon Lavender
Mango Cheesecake
Wildberry Chocolate Dome
Chocolate Handbag Scones
Plain & fruit scones,
Cornish clotted cream & strawberry preserve