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Learn how Black Tea is made in the USA.

Go into any restaurant in the south and ask for tea, and you are most likely to find sweet tea. It is a staple item. But to make a good cup of southern sweet tea at home, using black tea leaves, is not as simple as dumping some sugar into your tea. There is a way to make sure it is a great cup of sweet iced tea. Here is Timmy's recipe for a great batch of sweet Southern iced tea. Timmy's Southern Sweet Tea 1 gallon of water. 6 oz of loose leaf tea. (our Black Magnolia tea or Grilled Southern Peach tea are great for this). 1 cup of sugar. Steps: Take one cup of water and one cup of...

Where can you find our US grown tea, closer to home? Here is a map of where you can find our US Grown tea outside of our website. As more and more of our US grown tea comes into fruition we continue to work to get our tea available to you, even closer to home. We are very pleased to be chosen to sit on retail shelves or online shelves at companies near you. A lot of these wonderful retail stores provide many other great shopping options so check them out.   Links to the retailers that carry a selection of our tea: US Retailers LeNell's Inc, AL Althaea's Garden, CT TeaBella Tea Co., FL Steep N' Clay, Elgin, IL Tea...

USA tea farmer owner Jason McDonald, shares with us what they have learned about the crucial balance for feeding tea plants Nitrogen to get a quality cup of tea while remaining sustainable.

Tea Bags vs. Loose Leaf Tea: What’s the Difference? When it comes to brewing a cup of tea, there are two primary options: tea bags and loose leaf tea. While both can provide a comforting, flavorful experience, there are distinct differences in quality, flavor, and preparation between the two. Understanding these differences can help you decide which option best suits your tea-drinking habits. Let’s explore the pros and cons of each and find out which brew reigns supreme. What is Tea Bag Tea? Tea bags are small, pre-portioned sachets that contain finely ground tea leaves, often referred to as “fannings” or “dust.” These tiny tea particles have a larger surface area, which allows for quicker brewing but can also result...