The 1872 Clipper Tea Co.

Homegrown brand The 1872 Clipper Tea Co mints a presence in the shopping belt with a flagship store in ION. At its tea bar, sample teas from the essential English breakfast to the unique Yunnan silver tips ($4.50-$6.50), and have some tea-infused pastries and desserts while you’re at it. Signature drinks include the cold-brew black tea with apple slices and cinnamon syrup ($6.50) and tea latte sweetened with gula melaka ($6.50). Its pastry case displays treats like colourful tea puffs ($3.20 each), soft chiffon cakes ($6.80 each) and the requisite scones ($6 for 2). If you’re a tea aficionado, check out the Alpha Dominche Steampunk machine, which claims to brew a perfect cup of tea every time.