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Finum brand 100 Tea Filters "Slim". UPC: 004060 420590. These teapot filter bags are ideal for 2-4 cups of tea, making infusing loose tea simple and easy. Suitable for cup or mug steeping when using very bold-leaf teas. Measures 4" long by 3" wide. A 2" flap folds over opening. Made from biodegradable oxygen-bleached paper. Try securing the top with our AI33: Clip for Filter Bags.

Tiny mandarin oranges are dried and stuffed with Shou Pu-Erh leaves, creating this unique tea treat. The opaque, deep brown liquor is fragrant with hints of citrus zest and earth. A whisper of cocoa joins the citrus-earthy flavor in the cup, finishing on a brisk, lively note. Each 1.5" mandarin will yield approximately 4 cups of tea. This selection is perfect for multiple steepings.

4 tins (approx. 35g each) of teas from the following Chinese teas, depending upon seasonal availability: ZG20: First Grade Gunpowder Green, ZH20: China Pu-Erh Leaf, ZK11: First Grade China Keemun, ZO88: Tie-Guan-Yin Oolong Special Grade, ZW60: Special Grade Shou Mei White Tea, or ZO10: China Oolong Se Chung.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.

Please note that the 4 teas in this sampler set will vary according to the season.

The warm inviting aroma of this naturally flavored black tea is fragrant with notes of creamy vanilla and spice. This is the fourth of four special teas created to celebrate our 30th Anniversary. A blend of cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, clove and vanilla bits brings the perfect balance of sweet and spicy to the premium black tea base. Whether for a holiday gathering or cozying up with your favorite book, this delicious cuppa is sure to please.

The Fuding tea region of northeast Fujian province is well known for its preeminent white tea production, and this white tea cake is an outstanding example of its premium quality teas. The pale golden-amber liquor is smooth and silky with pronounced honey notes in both the aroma and the flavor. Hints of stone fruit linger in the finish. Produced from a large-leaf varietal, this 4 ½ inch diameter round tea cake weighs approximately 95-100 grams and comes packaged in our silver packet.

The bold, attractive leaves of Balasun Estate’s very first plucking are sprinkled with a fair complement of silvery tips. The fresh aroma is delicate, with honeyed floral hints. The amber-gold cup is exceptional, with rich floral notes enhanced by a silky smooth mouth feel. A tropical fruit sweetness leads to a crisp, lingering finish.

With a micro-fine stainless steel mesh and ample room for tea leaves to unfurl, this floating infuser basket is ideal for steeping a cup of your favorite tea. The infuser’s “hat” helps to prevent heat loss while steeping and then doubles as a convenient drip tray. Infuser basket measurements: 2” tall, 2 ¾” diameter. Dishwasher safe and BPA free. Made in Germany.

Smooth and lively with a pronounced toasty aroma, this broken-leaf second flush offering is the perfect choice when you’re looking for a rich, full-bodied Darjeeling. Hints of muscatel sweetness support the warm toasty character in both the aroma and the dark amber cup. The finish lingers with a suggestion of honeyed fruit. A great value.

A mélange of Yerba Maté, apple bits, cinnamon, guarana seeds and chicory root, this stimulating herbal blend is a great choice to enhance your energy level throughout the day. The lively cup balances a creamy cinnamon sweetness with smooth hints of apple and invigorating herbaceous notes of Maté. Grown in South America, both Yerba Maté and guarana seeds contain caffeine.

Pronounced floral/herbaceous notes permeate the sweet aroma of this broken-leaf second flush Darjeeling. The dark amber cup fills your mouth with rich notes of fruit and honey, which linger into the crisp finish. A great choice for a splash of milk, if desired.

Harvested on March 8, 2022, this is the very first plucking of the first flush season at Tindharia Estate. A profusion of downy silver tips decorate the olive-green leaves, which produce a fragrant golden liquor redolent with buttery floral notes suggestive of honeysuckle. The silky smooth cup fills your mouth with a lively feel that awakens the palate. Classic floral notes pair with a fruity sweetness reminiscent of juicy pineapple, which linger into the crisp finish. A truly delightful way to enjoy a tea moment at any time of day.

Located in southern India, Nilgiri produces teas similar to those of Ceylon, yet with a distinctive character. This British-style Nilgiri black tea produces a flavorful cup that is excellent with milk.

This gift set pairs our SH19: Winter Sampler Set with your choice of either (A) SB11: British Blend Sampler or (B) SG37: Green Tea Sampler or choose our (C) SF03: Naturally Flavored Teas Sampler Set paired with our SH01: Herbal Infusion Sampler. Beautifully packaged in our blue gift box.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.

Very rare, this exotic tea is the most distinguished of all white teas. The silver-leaf tea buds yield a naturally sweet, complex, and delicate tea.

These strainer baskets are replacements for those sold with the 4-cup Chatsford teapots. Because of the unique design, they are not suitable for use in ordinary teapots. BPA free product.

These strainer baskets are replacements for those sold with the 8-cup and 10-cup Chatsford teapots. Because of the unique design, they are not suitable for use in ordinary teapots. BPA free product.

Elegant, downy gold tips are showcased in this superb black tea offering from Yunnan province. A sweet cocoa aroma pairs well with toasty/biscuity notes in the thick, rich cup. A silky smooth mouth feel envelops hints of cocoa that linger long into the finish.

Take your tea with you wherever you go! Crafted from easy-to-clean stainless steel for durability, this 15-oz. tea press has a double-wall, vacuum-insulated construction to keep your tea hot while you travel. A silicone and mesh filter contains your tea leaves, and a convenient press will halt steeping when depressed. Wrapped in a non-slip, red silicone band for a comfortable grip, this portable tea maker combines the benefits of a French press steeping system with an insulated travel flask in one handy unit. Approximately 8 ½ inches tall by 3 ¼ inches wide. All parts are dishwasher safe.

The 2-Cup Steelite strainer baskets are designed specifically for the Steelite hotelware line of Chatsford teapots and the Korean porcelain series. Due to the location of the removal tab, these infusers are not recommended for use with the other Chatsford teapots or in ordinary teapots. Available in 4 colors. BPA free product.

This outstanding Yunnan black tea selection is composed of handcrafted golden tips with a beautiful downy appearance. The russet-amber liquor is fragrant with hints of molasses. Layers of cocoa, spice, and earth weave together to create a rich flavor that is complemented by a caramelized sugar sweetness. A whisper of spice lingers in the finish.

This decorative metal tin is wrapped in traditional Japanese washi paper with a green bamboo on gold pattern. A plastic inner lid ensures airtight storage. Will hold approximately 175 grams (6.2 oz) of tea leaves, but may hold more or less depending upon the leaf size of the tea. 6 inches tall. 3-inch diameter. Made in Japan.

A delicate sprinkling of silvery tips decorates the bold, dark olive leaves of this first flush black tea offering from the Gorkha Estate of eastern Nepal. The aroma is sweet and inviting, revealing hints of flowers, stone fruit and corn silk. A buttery smooth mouth feel supports a rich constellation of flavor notes — honey, dried stone fruit, toasty, nutty. The finish lingers with a crispness punctuated by hints of spice.

This is a perfect tea for getting your daily dose of "greens." This fannings grade produces a smooth and flavorful cup within a minute. Value-priced for everyday consumption and chosen for its pleasing character, this organic tea is an excellent choice for the green tea enthusiast on a budget.

Finum brand 100 Tea Filters "Medium" (UPC: 004060 420217). Biodegradable oxygen-bleached filter bags designed for use with the plastic holder (AI35). Measures 5" long by 4" wide.

This is the universal infuser for virtually any teapot. The 4 1/4 in. diameter coated wire hoop rests around the rim of your teapot, and the fine cotton sock retains even the smallest tea particles.

A paper gift certificate may be mailed to either you or your gift recipient, and can be used online and by phone. If you would like to purchase a Gift Certificate for a value not listed here, please contact Customer Service by phone at (800) 234-8327, or email cservice@uptontea.com

Bold, well twisted leaves, in shades of olive green, produce a yellow jade liquor with a bright, brothy aroma. A refreshing character is well balanced with a rich buttery mouth feel and sweet hay notes. The finish is clean and satisfying.

This outstanding selection displays beautiful leaves in shades of green, sprinkled with delicate, silvery tips. The fragrance is fresh and sweet, with hints of corn silk. The sparkling amber-gold cup is bursting with honey sweetness and rich floral notes reminiscent of a spring garden. A buttery smooth mouth feel supports light vegetal hints and a crisp, lively quality that lingers long into the finish. Savor each sip of this stellar offering.

To celebrate our 30th Anniversary in 2019, we invited our Valued Customers to submit their tea stories to us. We were astounded by the quality and number of articles that we received. Some stories made us laugh and some stories made us cry. The more we read, the more we found that the common thread connecting these amazing stories was how tea is such a special and integral part of our Valued Customers’ lives. We knew that these stories would resonate with all of you. Our sincere hope is that you will enjoy reading them, a cup of Upton tea in hand, for many years to come.

Made by third generation preserve makers in Vermont, this special edition jam is the perfect treat for any time of year. Featuring juicy pineapple, complemented by refreshing lemon juice, this slightly tart jam is delicious with your favorite tea hot or iced. This 10 oz. jar should be refrigerated after opening. No GMOs.

4 tins (approx. 35g each) of the following flavored black teas, depending upon seasonal availability: NT11: Extra Bergamot Earl Grey, NT33: Chai Spice Black Tea, NT94: Melange de Chamonix, NT01: Earl Grey Crème Vanilla Black Tea, NH26: Honeybush Vanilla, NT91: Christmas Black Tea, or NF90: Vanilla Black Tea.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.


Please note that the 4 teas in this sampler set will vary according to the season.

A pronounced cinnamon aroma and flavor pair well with a licorice sweetness in this full-bodied black tea Chai. The warmth of the cinnamon balances well with the zest of the ginger, both complemented by hints of cardamom. Enhance the rich spiciness of this Chai with the addition of milk/cream and sweetener.

Written by master tea merchant, Roy Fong, this classic guide, an educational book about the extraordinary tea world of China, has been revised and expanded to include new material, particularly around water, teaware, and the brewing process. Fong also included more memories, anecdotes, and photographs from over 30 years of travel and learning in China's tea regions. From hand-picked white teas from Fu Ding and expertly crafted Oolongs from Taiwan, to patiently aged Pu-Erh from Yunnan and everything in between, Fong offers his insights on choosing, brewing, and enjoying more than a dozen iconic Chinese tea varieties.

First planted at the turn of the 20th century, the south-facing tea slopes of the Jungpana Estate are located in a remote area near Kurseong, where the average elevation is 4,000 feet. This first flush offering displays dark olive leaves that are laced with a fine complement of downy silver tips. A sweet tropical fruit aroma sets the stage for the buttery smooth, amber gold cup. Rich notes of honey and spring flowers are complemented by a refreshing astringency that settles around the edges of the palate. A honey sweetness tempers the crisp, lingering finish.

In this first flush offering from Singbulli Estate, bold, well-made leaves in variegated tones of olive-green, sprinkled with silver tips, steep a golden amber liquor with a vibrant aroma hinting of sweet flowers and buttery corn silk. The cup is rich and smooth with a delectable honeyed floral flavor that fills your mouth upon first sip. The finish lingers with a crisp “bite.”

Chunky leaves, in variegated shades of brown, produce a solid cup redolent with fragrant layers of fruit and spice, complemented by toasty/nutty hints. The dark amber liquor exhibits rich toasty notes wrapped in a stone fruit sweetness, which becomes more pronounced as the tea cools. This sweet character makes this second flush Darjeeling the perfect choice for iced tea.

This deluxe gift set includes our Upton Signature Mug with your choice of: a Breakfast Blend Sampler or a Green Tea Sampler. Beautifully packaged in our blue gift box.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.

This organic selection was made specifically for use as an ingredient in smoothies, ice cream, baked goods, lattes, or anything else one's creativity can conjure up. Produced in the Uji prefecture of Japan and NOP certified. Packet design may vary.

Please note that this tea cannot be personalized.

A Broken Orange Pekoe from Yunnan province, this tea is a hearty version of the whole-leaf varieties. Try it with milk for a British style Yunnan cup.

This delightful, naturally flavored blend of South African Honeybush and vanilla bits is decorated with marigold petals. A spicy vanilla aroma complements the flavorful, golden-amber cup. Great hot or iced.

With its full mouth feel and citrus-like liveliness, this refreshing loose leaf herbal blend of summer harvest flavors is the perfect beverage to enjoy, hot or iced, at any time of day. A floral suggestion and hint of spice linger into the finish.

Silvery tips decorate the bold, dark brown leaves of this black tea offering from the Gorkha Estate of eastern Nepal. A toasty aroma, laced with stone fruit sweetness, may be found in the full-bodied cup. A buttery smooth mouth feel supports rich notes of ripe fruit and hints of spice. A quality reminiscent of a crisp apple lingers in the finish.

Silver-gold tips adorn bold, dark brown leaves in this second flush Nepal black tea offering. The amber cup is smooth and rich with a toasty aroma hinting of fruit. A honey-sweet aspect blooms as the tea cools, complemented by a full mouth feel and hints of muscatel. Herbaceous nuances linger in the lively finish.

Produced from the nectar of a variety of wildflowers native to Maine, this pure New England honey is a clear amber color with a rich floral flavor and buttery mouth feel. The perfect choice to add mild sweetness to your favorite cup of tea, this wildflower honey comes in a 10-ounce (283g) glass jar.

This naturally flavored black tea is decorated with orange peels, cloves, cardamom, vanilla and rose petals. A sweet cinnamon aroma with a light floral hint introduces a flavorful cup with notes of citrus and spice. The finish is smooth and lingering. The perfect treat for those festive occasions.

As the fiery colors of autumn blaze across the landscape, this delightful Chai selection will bring a rich warming flavor to your teacup. A sweet cinnamon aroma portends notes of warming spices that provide the perfect complement to the luscious pumpkin flavor. The finish lingers with a velvety smoothness. Add a dollop of cream and sweetener for a decadent treat! May be enjoyed hot or iced at any time of year.

Produced at a small family tea garden in Shizuoka, Japan, this unique black tea is smoked for 6-8 hours using wood chips from a Japanese cherry wood whisky barrel. With layers of smoke, Burgundy and hints of floral sweetness, the aroma is reminiscent of a warm charcoal fire. A buttery mouth feel and hints of toffee complement the pronounced smoky notes in the smooth, rich cup. That smoky character is joined by a prevailing sweetness that lingers long after the last sip.

First grade Bancha, produced during peak season, is a tea with herbaceous aroma, smooth character, and pale jade liquor. This organic tea has a full mouth feel, bright cup, and clean finish.

Japanese researchers created GABA tea serendipitously in the 1980's. Wanting effective methods to preserve tea, not fully oxidized leaf was exposed to nitrogen. The glutamic acid inherent in tea was transformed to Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid, or GABA for short. This selection is notable for its broad and interesting flavor profile, with notes of mango, peach and guava. The cup has a creamy body with a pronounced, lingering sweetness.

The top standard of decaffeinated Ceylon available, and by far the most flavorful, and best we have cupped. Please note that even the best decaffeinated teas lack some of the flavor and complexity of their unprocessed counterparts.

Brisk China green tea of the Chun Mee family. Superior quality, golden liquor with a hint of sweetness. Use sparingly for optimum flavor.

Quality tea and a simple brewing method are key to enjoying loose leaf tea. This gift set includes an AS31: Chatsford Mug Infuser with Lid and your choice of one of the following Sampler Sets: SM30: Introduction to Fine Tea Sampler, SG37: Green Tea Sampler, SB11: British Blend Sampler, or SH19: Winter Sampler. Beautifully packaged in our blue gift box.

Please note that Sampler Sets cannot be personalized.