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The lush tea fields of China’s An Hui province flourish, surrounded by craggy mountains that seem to stretch skyward into the clouds. When the wind blows, the damp mountain air carries the aroma of sweet spring rain and vegetation...

Chocolate. We all know it. We all love it. Adults can’t help but indulge in it, and kids demand it. In today’s world, this easily accessible delicacy is enjoyed by all ages in many countries worldwide. As summer packs up and autumn begins to unfold, this time of year beckons a call to all chocolate lovers far and wide.

Elevating your tea experience is all about the perfect balance of complementary and contrasting flavors. Beyond simply adding a sweetener to your cuppa, something as simple as the right treat pairing can take indulgence to the next level. As it so happens, springtime is the perfect inspiration for a whole host of sweet delights.

Is there a tea blend more iconic than Earl Grey tea? “Tea. Earl Grey. Hot.” Earl Grey is beloved among fans of science fiction as the favorite beverage of Captain Jean-Luc Picard, synonymous with Star Trek: The Next Generation.

The art of tea blending has been around for thousands of years. One of the first mentions of blending fruits and spices with tea leaves was in the 8th century book, The Classic of Tea, by Lu Yu, the famous Chinese Tea Master. From blends of pure leaf to teas with fruit and spices added to herbal tisanes blended for wellness, tea blends come in many forms. There is no standard worldwide formula; each tea company has their own unique blend recipes. Blending allows us to create new and interesting flavors to enhance the base tea or simply to create a specific highly sought-after flavor profile.

Not sure what to buy for your loved ones this holiday season? We have a wide selection of gifts for tea drinkers! Follow along with us as we help you build your own tea gift basket with loose-leaf tea and accessories.

When we read about tea and interact with art alike, we feel a deeper connection with the past. We invite you to join us as we explore tea history and discuss some of tea’s most famous appearances in literature.

Whether enjoyed plain or with a touch of milk, these breakfast blend teas promise a morning tea experience that is both comforting and rich in flavor, making them an essential part of any tea lover's collection. Our vast tea collection boasts 2 dozen unique breakfast blends to wake you up in the morning. In this cupping, we tasted 12 of our favorites.