An ultra-luxury afternoon tea
experience for two, defined by rarity, ritual and ceremony
About the experience
For those seeking one of the most
exclusive luxury afternoon tea experiences in London, the Golden
Tips Afternoon Tea Experience at The Rubens at the Palace offers a
truly exceptional moment of indulgence.
Designed as a pinnacle expression
of the hotel’s Royal Afternoon Tea, this experience pairs a refined
afternoon tea for two with rare Ceylon Golden Tips tea, sourced
from Sri Lanka and presented with a white-glove ceremony. Set
within the elegant Palace Lounge overlooking the Royal Mews of
Buckingham Palace, this is afternoon tea elevated to an art
form.
From the precision of the tea
service to the theatre of Champagne sabrage at your table, every
element is crafted to create a sense of occasion, exclusivity and
timeless luxury.
What’s included
Royal Afternoon Tea for two,
featuring classic savouries, freshly baked scones and refined
pastries
Rare Ceylon Golden Tips tea,
presented in a velvet-lined mahogany box and served with ceremonial
precision
White-glove tea service, including
golden scales used to weigh the tea leaves tableside
A bottle of Lanson Champagne,
expertly sabred at your table
Elegant service in the Palace
Lounge with views over Buckingham Palace’s Royal Mews
This experience is curated to be
immersive, unhurried and unforgettable.
The Golden Tips tea
Golden Tips tea is among the
rarest teas in the world, hand-picked from only the youngest
unopened buds of the tea plant. Naturally sweet, delicate and
complex, it is prized for its smooth finish and refined character —
making it the perfect centrepiece for this ultra-luxury
experience.
Served with ceremony and
intention, the tea ritual is as memorable as the flavours
themselves.
Price
Golden Tips Afternoon Tea
Experience
£500 for two guests
(Includes Royal Afternoon Tea for
two, rare Golden Tips tea and a bottle of Champagne.)
Perfect for
Luxury seekers and tea
connoisseurs
Landmark celebrations and
once-in-a-lifetime occasions
Special anniversaries or milestone
moments
Premium gifting and corporate
hospitality
Guests seeking one of the most
exclusive afternoon teas in London
Booking information
This experience is available only
by booking in advance. Early reservation is strongly
recommended.
Looking for something
else?
You may also enjoy:
Royal Afternoon Tea — the classic
year-round experience -
click here
Champagne Afternoon Tea —
celebratory alternatives
Vegan or Halal Afternoon Tea — inclusive luxury
options
Seasonal Afternoon Teas —
Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day and Winter
Wonderland
- click
here
A rare tea. A royal setting. A
ceremony unlike any other — this is afternoon tea at its most
extraordinary.