Journal
Start Here: Tea Education
An educational series for beginners designed to bring clarity to some of the most commonly asked questions about tea. Follow along as we explore the origins and history of the different types of tea as well as several common botanicals.
Origins & Travel
As practitioners of direct trade we take pride in the personal relationships we have built with tea and botanical growers around the world.
All Stories
Muscatel Rose
A blend of white grape flavors and floral notes reminiscent of dessert wine.
Moonlight of Galaxy
With its attractive purple color and the scent of jasmine blossoms and cucumber greenness is harmonious.
Spring in March
A refreshing blend of matcha first flush and Magnolia, which blooms in March to signal spring.
Pussimbing Garden, Tiger Hill Peak
The Pussimbing Tea Estate, located in Darjeeling's Tiger Hill Peak, has a rich history dating back to the late 19th century. Their teas are renowned for their unique fruity, wintergreen, and minty characteristics, along with vintage Muscatel flavors in the second flush.
Pu'er County, Yunnan, China
Pu'er County, also located in Yunnan Province, China, plays a significant role in the history and production of Puer tea. This region is known for its tea cultivation areas, which encompass famous and ancient tea mountains, including key areas like Jinggu, Jingmai, and Mangjing.
Silver Needles Grapefruit Mimosa
A fun, refreshing twist on a brunch classic.
Houjicha Chai Toast
With the toffee-like tasting notes of chai and creamy nature of butter, your favorite bread just found its match.
Yen Bai
Yen Bai, located in Northern Vietnam, is known for its production of unique spices and teas.
Lao Cai, Vietnam
Lao Cai, located in Northern Vietnam, is a region known for its rich tea production and cultural diversity. The province is nestled in the Hoang Lien Son mountain range, providing an ideal environment for tea cultivation.
Zhenghe, Fujian, China
The tea region of Zhenghe, also located in the Fujian province of China, holds significant importance in the production and original development of traditional white tea. Zhenghe is known as the birthplace of white tea, where the first historical production of white tea took place sometime in the 18th Century.
Shikoku Islands, Japan
Shikoku Islands, located in southwestern Japan, is the smallest of the country's four main islands. It is known for its unique climate and agricultural practices.
Nara, Kyoto, Japan
The tea region of Nara in Kyoto, Japan is known for its production of matcha, a finely ground powdered green tea. Nara, located in the southern part of Kyoto Prefecture, has a long history of tea cultivation and is renowned for its high-quality teas, as well as its contribution to the art of tea ceremonies.
Kampot, Cambodia
Kampot, located in southern Cambodia, is renowned for its unique characteristics as a prime region for cultivating herbs, spices, and pepper crops.
Houjicha Banana Walnut Bread
If you love eating your tea as much as drinking it then this recipe will probably appeal to you. Unlike matcha, houjicha powder is not commonly used in cakes and cookies. It’s rich and toasty flavor is a welcome addition to anything chocolaty or nutty and stands up well to the sweetness of bananas.
Deep Purple
This vibrantly colored drink combines a fresh mint taste with the soothing properties of jasmine for a show-stopping concoction.