D J Miles & Company Limited is a long established traditional family firm, with a history going back over 100 years. having had three generations in the tea and coffee trade, The company was founded in 1888 by Henry Miles, the grandfather of Derek Miles the present Chairman.Paignton Zoo Promotion Taste of the West members D.J.Miles & Co are delighted to have teamed up with another West Country organisation Paignton Zoo, to offer the chance for individuals and families to visit this truly unique environmental park.
Tea Tasting The daily ritual of tea tasting is carried out by our three skilled tea tasters. Samples of many different teas from across the world are carefully weighed out into pots using an old sixpenny piece as the standard reference weight
Coffee Roasting Our coffees are roasted on a daily basis We only select the most suitable beans which are then carefully roasted to create the perfect balance of strength and character.