Pairing tea with Southern dishes is about finding balance, matching the bold with bold, the fresh with delicate, and the sweet with sweet. Our Mississippi-grown teas are versatile enough to complement savory mains, desserts, and even cocktails. Here is a list of recipes and teas to get you started.
This particular tea plant came to us as a donation from a kind tea lover in Hattiesburg. But its roots go even deeper into history. The plant is believed to have originated from Lipton Tea’s experiments here in the United States during the 1950s.
Over the years we have had to master getting our tea seeds to germinate. The below process has worked for us consistently throughout the years and should help you grow new tea plants from seed. Steps to getting your tea seeds to germinate. Plant the seeds in a container, you will need to place them half way in, half way out of the soil. Wet down the soil and cover with something like plastic wrap. The seeds need to be kept in a warm place while they germinate. If you notice the soil drying up, add more water. The goal is to keep them consistently moist but not soggy. Note: Tea seeds do not require light to germinate Can...
We know saving money is important more than ever right now. That is why we thought it would be good to highlight some ways you can save money on your tea from us. Here are 5 great ways: Re-steep your tea - With high quality loose-leaf tea you can re-steep the leaves. Some teas such as Black tea, as much as 5 times. See more on this in our YouTube video here. Store your tea to last - Tea can last a lot longer when you store it correctly. Our packaging is designed for great storing. It does not let in light. The package is resealable and stored dry. Avoid storing your tea in clear glass containers in front of direct light. Get the...
