Featured Teas

This Assam selection produces a dark cup with a full flavor profile. Notes of cocoa and a delicate caramel hint complement a sweet and toasty aroma for an enjoyable cup.

This tea is the perfect choice to enjoy with a spoonful of our Tupelo Honey.

Produced from the unique Ruby #18 cultivar, developed by cross breeding a wild Formosa tea plant varietal with a Burmese/Assam strain, this outstanding black tea hails from the Sun Moon Lake region in Nantou County, Taiwan. The long, dark, wiry leaves yield a complex, hearty liquor with a velvety smooth mouth feel. The fragrant aroma reveals layers of cinnamon, raisin, fig, vanilla, and plum, which harmonize with notes of bread pudding, baked apple, and a subtle malty hint in the full-bodied cup. A lingering caramelized brown sugar note provides a complement to a crisp snap of clove in the finish. Steep longer for deeper flavor and a stronger cup. Created in celebration of Upton Tea Imports' 35th anniversary in 2024, this delightful Formosa black tea is a staff favorite.

The combination of a lightly oxidized China Oolong with natural citrus oil creates a delightfully refreshing cup. The aroma is fragrant with notes of fresh orange and honey. In the pale gold liquor, a gentle hint of orchid perfume balances perfectly with the flavor of orange zest and a whisper of spice. A light sweetness lingers in the finish.

Good color and strength for a hearty cup. Takes milk very well.

Try the best overall tea of 2025! Yahoo!Life named our Champs de Lavande White Tea the best overall tea of 2025 because of its exceptional flavor, affordability and luxurious drinking experience.

This naturally flavored loose leaf white tea evokes the beautiful lavender fields of France. The pale golden liquor glows like sunshine and exudes a perfumed aroma with notes of lavender, brown sugar, and vanilla. The lavender notes become more pronounced in the buttery smooth cup, complemented by a warm vanilla crème note and hints of honey. The finish lingers with a fleeting vegetal nuance. We are honored to offer this fragrant white tea, created to celebrate Upton Tea Imports' 35th anniversary in 2024.

With its creamy lemon fragrance and smooth, marshmallow-like sweetness, this naturally flavored white tea calls to mind the indulgent experience of this luscious lemon dessert. A pronounced Meyer lemon flavor is enhanced by hints of vanilla and sweet candy, which linger into the finish. A staff favorite.

Flecks of golden tips provide an eye-catching contrast to the bold, ebony-brown leaves of this 2024 Assam selection. The dark coppery liquor offers a bright aroma suffused with notes of cocoa powder, red wine, and hints of spice. The full-bodied cup has a crisp character, which sets the stage for rich notes of malt, cocoa, stone fruit, and honey. The finish lingers on a note reminiscent of dry red wine.

An abundance of beautiful, golden tips accents the chunky leaf style of this 2024 broken-leaf Assam. The dark amber-copper cup is fragrant with complementary notes of malt, red wine, and ripe apple, touched by a fleeting whisper of smoke. The complex flavor is rich and invigorating, with notes of Burgundy, oak, and cocoa, accompanied by a dried fruit sweetness. An earthy quality is balanced with a toasty sweetness in the crisp, lingering finish.

This lot of Egyptian chamomile is organically grown. Whole dried flowers, with a high concentration of flavor oils, yield a rich, deep-yellow cup, buttery smooth and floral sweet. This organic chamomile is a caffeine-free herbal beverage.

Steep the best valerian tea for sleep! Yahoo!Life named our Apple Mint Valerian Herbal Blend the best valerian tea for sleep, praising its bright, fruity flavor as a “refreshing departure from the usual chamomile and lavender-heavy bedtime blends.”

With its soothing blend of herbs and fruit pieces, this is the perfect cup for bedtime. The sweet herbaceous aroma is inviting with hints of apple, peach, and mint. Apple and peach bits combine with orange peel to lend a fruity aspect to the cup. Lemon balm, lavender, valerian, and hops offer calm and relaxation before sleep. Decorated with cornflower petals and tea blossoms, this caffeine-free selection is a great addition to your herbal cupboard.

With an attractive complement of golden tips, the bold, well-formed leaves yield a thick, rich cup with pronounced sweetness and complex flavor. The sweet malty aroma is enhanced by hints of semi-sweet chocolate, a winey richness, and toasty warmth. In the amber-copper liquor, layered nuances of malt, cherry, oak, and a whisper of rose lead to a lively finish that lingers with a note of warming spice.

A select lot of our organic, coarse cut spearmint. Great for blending with green tea or steeping alone as a refreshing, caffeine-free beverage.

Fresh tasting, highly aromatic, very round peppermint flavor.

This rich Ceylon breakfast tea is a blend of black teas from Kandy, the tea growing region where James Taylor produced the first crop of Ceylon black tea back in the 1860s. The aroma is sweet and toasty with hints of raisin and citrus. The smooth, deep-amber cup is bright and lively with a full mouth feel and well-balanced flavor that hints of cocoa, citrus and a crisp evergreen nuance that lingers into the finish.

Fragrant notes of ripe peach scent this naturally flavored, premium black tea from China. This is the second of four special teas created to celebrate our 30th anniversary. Decorated with flower blossoms, the ebony-brown leaves produce a rich, full-bodied cup, the perfect balance of black tea flavor and sweet notes of juicy peach. Enjoy “a day at the peach” with this truly decadent treat. Great hot or iced.

Enjoy this recipe for a Peach Sky Spritzer Mocktail!

Ingredients:

• 3 grams (1 rounded tsp.) Peach Sky Black Tea
• 6 oz. water for preparation
• 6 oz. plain sparkling water
• 1 tsp. simple syrup
• Ice
• Fresh peach slices to garnish

Directions:

• Steep the tea leaves for 4 minutes in 6 oz. boiling water (212F).
• Pour into a tall glass and mix in the simple syrup.
• Allow to cool and add the sparkling water.
• Gently stir and add ice.
• Garnish with peach slices.

The Kenilworth Estate is renowned for producing some of the finest whole-leaf teas in Sri Lanka. This premium bold-leaf lot steeps a hearty, full-bodied cup with a rich, toasty aroma that hints of spice and honey. A thick, satisfying mouthfeel enhances layers of cocoa, spice, and dried fruit sweetness in the dark russet-amber liquor. The brisk finish lingers on a bittersweet note. This exceptional-value tea is an ideal choice for enjoying with a splash of milk, if desired.

Coarse cut and ideal for infusion in a Chatsford teapot. The liquor has a mildly floral and tart flavor. A caffeine-free beverage.

A plethora of downy golden tips decorates long, twisted leaves in this superb China black tea selection from Yunnan province. The aroma is fragrant with the sharp, sweet scent of spiced cocoa. The velvety smooth cup is rich and chocolatey with an enduring dark molasses sweetness. The finish lingers with a warming kick. A great selection for a cold winter day.

A rich, full-bodied black tea provides a premium base for this naturally flavored selection. Refreshing notes of citrus fruit are prominent in both the aroma and the dark amber cup. Tiny juniper berries lend a crisp counterpoint to the lingering sweetness. Great hot or iced.

A sweet, delicate fragrance introduces this organic Japanese Sencha tea. The yellow-jade cup has a light vegetal character with savory hints of umami. A gentle sweetness complements the clean finish. A great value.

This tea is the perfect choice to enjoy with a spoonful of our Wildflower Honey.

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.

This is the finest Jade Oolong tea we’ve ever sampled. Orchid, honey, and buttery notes weave together to create a complex aroma and flavor with a creamy smooth mouth feel and long, lingering finish. For those of you looking for the best of what Taiwan can offer, this outstanding Oolong selection is highly recommended.

Harvested from a perennial shrub (Ocimum tenuiflorum) native to India, this aromatic, caffeine-free tisane produces a rich, well-rounded cup with spicy notes of anise and clove. This aromatic, caffeine-free tisane tea hints of bittersweet cocoa that lingers in the minty clean finish.

Harvested on February 3rd, the very first plucking of the 2025 first flush season at Rohini Estate, this outstanding selection displays bold, handcrafted leaves in shades of green, decorated with delicate, silvery tips. The aroma is fresh and fragrant, with sweet floral hints and notes of corn silk. The cup glows with rich golden highlights, the first sip blooming with honeyed floral notes, complemented by hints of fresh spring greens. A full buttery mouth feel embraces the classic first flush flavor profile, leading to a lingering, silky finish. Savor each sip of this stellar offering.

When steeped as a tea, dried chamomile flowers are highly valued for their soothing aroma and relaxing flavor. Combined with the sweetness of blackberry leaves and supporting hints of spearmint and applemint, the bright floral flavor of chamomile offers a calm respite at the end of your day. This comforting herbal blend is caffeine-free.

This blend of premium Darjeeling and Ceylon black teas makes a great hot tea as well. For iced tea preparation, simply double the amount of tea leaves, steep for 3-4 minutes, and pour over ice.

From the “Four Season Spring” cultivar, this unique Formosa Oolong exhibits premium, loosely rolled leaves that produce a pale gold liquor with the heady scent of lilacs. A smooth, rich buttery mouth feel provides the perfect complement to the pronounced honey notes and intense floral character. The finish lingers with light hints of melon.

Select fine pluckings (two leaves and a bud), scented with the finest jasmine flowers and tightly rolled into pearl-sized spheres. A rare treat for Jasmine tea lovers.

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.

With its creamy lemon fragrance and sweet lemon flavor, this naturally flavored black tea has quickly become a staff favorite. The smooth tea base lends a full mouth feel to the refreshing cup. Great hot or iced.

The aroma of sweet wild strawberry, reminiscent of a fruit candy, greets you as you take your first sip of this refreshing blend. The golden ecru liquor is smooth and light, with a fruity sweetness and mild tartness that balance well on the palate. Notes of strawberry, citrus, and apple create a thirst-quenching cup, which satisfies either hot or iced. The crisp finish lingers with a hint of citrus zest. Caffeine-free.

Established in the late nineteenth century, the Lover’s Leap Estate perches among the clouds, at 6,000 feet, in the mountainous Nuwara Eliya district of Sri Lanka. This black tea selection offers a bright, citrusy aroma, complemented by warm biscuity nuances. The lively cup is a lovely balance of honey sweetness and high-grown briskness, with notes of dried fruit and a light toastiness. The finish lingers with a whisper of spice. Steep longer when adding a splash of milk.

This premium Jasmine Silver Needle white tea is made entirely of the tender buds of a large leaf cultivar from the spring harvest in Yunnan province. These young buds are then naturally scented with fresh jasmine flowers over five consecutive nights. The sugar-sweet aroma of this loose leaf Chinese silver needle tea is redolent with a sublime jasmine/osmanthus fragrance. The pale golden cup is light and airy with a pronounced jasmine scent, reminiscent of a lush garden’s fragrance at the height of summer. A silky smooth, refreshing finish completes a memorable tea experience. The perfect choice for a winter uplift!

The smoothness of apple complements the rich lemon flavor that predominates in this stimulating herbal blend. Uplifting hints of rosemary linger in the finish. This caffeine-free selection is the perfect companion when working on your latest project.

A pronounced ginger flavor is supported by the sweetness of anise, the warmth of cinnamon and subtle notes of earthy Shou Pu-Erh. The finish lingers on a spicy note. This invigorating blend is the perfect choice to accompany your evening meal.

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.

Sheng Pu-Erh tea leaves are carefully rolled by hand into medium pearl shapes, which produce a silky smooth cup with a complex aroma and flavor. Hints of fruit and spice enhance the light earthy aroma. Pronounced notes of fresh apricot are complemented by layers of honey, earth and flowers in the pale golden liquor. The crisp, refreshing finish lingers on the palate. An outstanding selection. Each 1.25" pearl will yield approximately 3-4 cups of tea.

This Guangdong province specialty is a lovely Oolong tea, scented with magnolia flowers. Alternately known as Orchid Oolong, or Yu Lan, this selection is a must try for those who appreciate a fine scented tea. The flavor nuances are unique, but hints of jasmine lend a recognizable character.

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.

Dried blueberries and natural flavoring complement the smooth China green tea base, yielding a pale gold liquor with refreshing blueberry notes and a crisp, clean finish. This well-balanced blend tastes delicious hot or iced!

Enjoy this recipe for a Blueberry GreenTea-tini mocktail!

Medium-roasted Nicaraguan cacao nibs offer notes of bittersweet cocoa and a glossy sheen to the cup. A harmonious tapestry of scents — melted milk chocolate, clementine orange, cardamom, and nutmeg — elevate the aroma. With its pairing of sweet orange and cocoa notes, the flavor tastes like a Christmas chocolate orange with a hint of warmth from the cardamom. The lingering finish is crisp and citrusy.

Read all about chocolate as well as some delicious chocolate tea recipes in our blog post,Decadent Desserts in a Cup

Da Hong Pao, or "Big Red Robe," is a famous Chinese Oolong tea with a colorful pedigree. The very large leaves are perfect for multiple infusions. Subsequent steepings will produce varying levels of stone fruit and honey notes. The aroma is fruity and fragrant with a hint of sweet spring flowers. A lingering vegetal sweetness is noted in the finish, along with a crisp, clean hint reminiscent of dry white wine. Very limited lot.

Shou Pu-Erh tea leaves are crafted by hand into medium pearl shapes, which yield a thick, rich cup with an earthy character. The aroma is fragrant with hints of sweet toffee. Cocoa notes lead to a smooth finish, hinting of spice. Each 1.25" pearl will yield approximately 3-4 cups of tea. This selection is perfect for multiple steepings.

Medium-roasted Nicaraguan cacao nibs give the cup a creamy chocolate flavor and glossy sheen. The aroma is cool and minty, reminiscent of chocolate-covered mints. The tasty flavor combination of cocoa and mint calls to mind mint chocolate chip ice cream. The lingering finish is cool and refreshing.

Read all about chocolate as well as some delicious chocolate tea recipes in our blog post,Decadent Desserts in a Cup

Golden-yellow liquor with brisk lemon flavor and aroma. A caffeine-free beverage.

This exquisitely crafted Formosa Oolong is very fragrant, with pronounced peach notes in both the aroma and the tawny-gold cup. An abundance of downy, silver tips adorns the large beautiful leaves, yielding a liquor bursting with flavor and a smooth, creamy mouth feel. Notes of dried fruit as well as hints of warm spice and honey lead to a clean finish with a lingering sweetness.