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Learn all about Chai, this amazing tea has outstanding seasonal flavors.

Researching the health benefits of our tea. We are participating in a study on the health benefits of our tea leaves with the University of Texas.

Microwaved Tea: Friend or Foe?  There's nothing quite like a soothing cup of tea on a chilly day. But in the rush of modern life, convenience often trumps tradition. This begs the question: is microwaving your tea a quick and dirty hack, or a recipe for disappointment? The Case for Convenience: Those that love the microwave method love its speed and simplicity. No kettle, no stovetop – just pop in your tea and water in a mug, zap it, and voila! Instant warm beverage. Some studies even suggest that microwaving unlocks more caffeine and antioxidants, potentially boosting the health benefits. But Hold Your Horses: Science throws a splash of cold water on these claims. Microwaves heat liquids unevenly, creating hot spots...

Learn how to make the creamy and delicious London Fog tea. Made with our Colonel Grey, Earl Grey tea, this is the perfect beverage for sitting cozy in front of a rainy window.

How Pan Fired Pine Needle Tea is Made in Mississippi Have you ever experienced a cup of Green tea that is buttery and sweet? Well meet Pine Needle Tea. Does Pine Needle Tea Have Real Pine Needles. No, there are not actual Pine Needles in this tea. The Pine Needle refers to the way the tea leaf is carefully rolled into a shale like a Pine Needle. What makes Pine Needle Tea different? This green tea is hand picked in the field. Then we pan fire it to stop the oxidation process. In the final step, the leaves are placed into the carding machine where it is heated until the leaves roll perfectly into a thin needle shape.   The flavor...