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What is Gourmet Loose Leaf Tea?

When we talk about 'gourmet tea,' it's essential to recognize that while the term is often associated with high quality, it's also a powerful marketing tool. This doesn't diminish the value of the so-called ‘gourmet tea’ but reminds tea enthusiasts to explore and understand what lies behind this label.

What is Gourmet Loose Leaf Tea?

When we talk about 'gourmet tea,' it's essential to recognize that while the term is often associated with high quality, it's also a powerful marketing tool. This doesn't diminish the value of the so-called ‘gourmet tea’ but reminds tea enthusiasts to explore and understand what lies behind this label.

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What are Tannins in Tea?

Tannins in tea affect color, flavor, and astringency. Find their benefits, how brewing time and temperature influence tannin levels, and the variations across different types of tea.

What are Tannins in Tea?

Tannins in tea affect color, flavor, and astringency. Find their benefits, how brewing time and temperature influence tannin levels, and the variations across different types of tea.

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Does Tea Expire? It's Complicated

Just as spices lose their punch and oils can spoil, different types of tea also have varying shelf lives. Though not a health risk, expired tea loses its flavor and aroma.

Does Tea Expire? It's Complicated

Just as spices lose their punch and oils can spoil, different types of tea also have varying shelf lives. Though not a health risk, expired tea loses its flavor and aroma.

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8th Anniversary Golden Ticket 2023

Té turns 8 this year and in keeping with last few year's anniversary, we’re continuing the Golden Ticket event inspired by Willy Wonka to celebrate our birthday with you. Find out more details here!

8th Anniversary Golden Ticket 2023

Té turns 8 this year and in keeping with last few year's anniversary, we’re continuing the Golden Ticket event inspired by Willy Wonka to celebrate our birthday with you. Find out more details here!

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Behind the Scenes: Anniversary Tea Towel

Behind the scenes for our Anniversary Tea Towel. Made in Portugal, this towel is made with 100% linen and hand embroidered by Emilia, a seamstress from Santa Maria da Feira. Get to know the process here.

Behind the Scenes: Anniversary Tea Towel

Behind the scenes for our Anniversary Tea Towel. Made in Portugal, this towel is made with 100% linen and hand embroidered by Emilia, a seamstress from Santa Maria da Feira. Get to know the process here.

Tea set with leaves, cups, and packaging.

DIGEST | Sourcing Organic

Coverting conventional tea farming to an organic one takes determination and patience. Here is an incredible group of people with a deep sense of purpose in creating a sustainable organic tea community in Pinglin, Taiwan. Read about their journey here.

DIGEST | Sourcing Organic

Coverting conventional tea farming to an organic one takes determination and patience. Here is an incredible group of people with a deep sense of purpose in creating a sustainable organic tea community in Pinglin, Taiwan. Read about their journey here.