Impressum
This page contains legally required information about Golden Steep in accordance with applicable disclosure regulations. The information provided here ensures transparency about our business operations and establishes clear channels of communication.
Company Identification
Contact Information
Responsible Persons
Content Responsibility
Name: Lucienne Beaumont
Position: Director of Curation
Responsible for editorial content, rare tea information, and collection guidance published on this website.
Technical Responsibility
Name: Theodore Ashford
Position: Technical Operations Manager
Responsible for website operation, technical infrastructure, and data management systems.
Regulatory Information
Business Registration
Golden Steep operates as a registered business entity in accordance with applicable commercial regulations. All business activities are conducted in compliance with relevant trade, consumer protection, and data privacy laws.
Professional Standards
Our rare tea curation services adhere to industry best practices for quality assessment, provenance verification, and client consultation. We maintain professional standards in all aspects of our operations.
Consumer Protection
We comply with consumer protection regulations and maintain transparent business practices. Our service terms, pricing, and policies are clearly communicated to all clients.
Dispute Resolution
Online Dispute Resolution (ODR)
The European Commission provides a platform for online dispute resolution, which can be accessed by consumers for resolving disputes arising from online purchases of goods and services.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
We are committed to resolving any disputes through direct communication and good faith negotiation. Should you have concerns about our services, we encourage you to contact us directly so we can address your concerns promptly and fairly.
Liability Disclaimer
Content Liability
We make every effort to ensure the accuracy and currency of information published on this website. However, we cannot guarantee that all content is completely error-free or up to date at all times. We are not liable for any damages arising from the use of information provided on this website.
Content is provided for informational and educational purposes. While we strive for accuracy in our rare tea assessments and collection guidance, these represent professional opinions rather than guarantees of specific outcomes.
External Links Disclaimer
Our website may contain links to external websites operated by third parties. We have no control over the content of these external sites and cannot accept responsibility for their content, accuracy, or practices.
The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorsement of the views expressed within them. When you click on links to external sites, you leave our website and are subject to the privacy policies and terms of those sites.
Technical Limitations
We strive to maintain continuous website availability, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted access due to technical maintenance, updates, or circumstances beyond our control. We are not liable for temporary unavailability or technical issues.
Copyright and Intellectual Property
All content published on this website, including but not limited to text, images, graphics, logos, and design elements, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. The content is the property of Golden Steep or our licensors.
Usage Rights
- • Personal, non-commercial use of website content is permitted for informational purposes
- • Reproduction, distribution, or modification of content requires prior written permission
- • Commercial use of any content without explicit authorization is prohibited
- • Trademarks and logos may not be used without written consent
If you believe any content on our website infringes your intellectual property rights, please contact us with details of the alleged infringement so we can investigate and take appropriate action.
Data Protection Officer
For questions or concerns regarding data protection and privacy matters, you may contact our data protection coordinator:
Name: Vivienne Thornhill
Position: Privacy and Compliance Coordinator
Contact: Available through our contact form
For detailed information about how we handle personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Professional Memberships
Golden Steep maintains relationships with professional organizations in the tea industry and luxury goods sector. These associations support our commitment to quality standards and ethical business practices.
International Tea Quality Institute
Specialty Tea Association
Luxury Goods Curator Network
Heritage Tea Preservation Society
Validity of Information
The information contained in this Impressum is accurate as of the date of last update. We reserve the right to modify this information as necessary to reflect changes in our business operations, legal requirements, or regulatory obligations. Any significant changes will be reflected on this page with an updated date.
Last updated: December 11, 2025