Summer Teas
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 different tea types and optimal preparation methods for brewing the perfect cup of tea.
All Stories
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.
Recipes & Inspiration
Find something inspiring among our catalog of recipes for tea drinks, cocktails, food and more.
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.
Xiaoguan, Hubei, China
The high mountain, rocky gardens and special soil structures of Xiaoguan Village offers us amazing and pristine organic green teas.
Sicily, Italy
The historical origin of Sicily's citrus crop can be traced back to ancient times when citrus fruits were brought to the island by the Arabs.
San Luis Potosi, Mexico
San Luis Potosi, Mexico is located in the central part of the country and holds a significant historical connection to the origins of vanilla production.
Poland
Poland's dried fruits and quince production play a significant role in the country's organic exports.
Tamil Nadu, India
The history of Ayurvedic herbs, including ginger, pepper, tulsi (holy basil), aromatic plants, and spices in the Tamil Nadu region of Southern India, is deeply rooted in ancient traditions and practices.
Albania
Albania, a country located in the Balkan Peninsula of Southeastern Europe, holds a unique position when it comes to the production of elderberries and wild herbs.
Alsace, France
The Alsace wine region holds great importance in the history of wine due to its long-standing tradition of grape cultivation and winemaking.
Seville, Spain
The historical origin of Seville, Spain's citrus crop can be traced back to the Moorish occupation of the Iberian Peninsula.
