Loose leaf tea is any tea that is not packaged in a teabag. It is composed of whole or broken tea leaves, buds, and occasionally stems, which are steeped in water to extract their flavors and aroma.

All teas provide some level of antioxidants, vitamins, nutrients and have anti-bacterial properties.

• Black Tea: Great for digestion, heart health, energy, and immunity.
• Green Tea: Memory, dental health, cancer prevention, metabolism.
• Oolong Tea: Diabetes, inflammation, weight loss, brain health.
• White Tea: Cholesterol, reproductive health, weight loss, brain health.
• Herbal Tea: Sleep, immune system, inflammation (varies with herbs).

We offer a wide range of loose leaf teas, including black, green, oolong, white, and herbal teas, as well as blends and seasonal favorites. We also offer tea accessories and brewing tools, such as teapots, mugs, infusers, and filters.

Natural flavor or natural flavoring is the flavoring constituents derived from plant materials, such as essential oils, oleoresins, protein hydrolysates, distillates, or other products of enzymolysis. Natural flavors include the natural essence or extractives from spices, fruits, or fruit juices.

To keep your loose leaf tea fresh and flavorful, store it in a cool, dark, and airtight container, away from moisture, heat, and light. Avoid storing tea in plastic containers, as they can leach chemicals and affect the taste. Instead, use glass, ceramic, or metal containers with tight lids. It is recommended to consume loose leaf tea within 6-12 months of purchase, as it can lose flavor and potency over time.

Brewing loose leaf tea is relatively simple.

• Depending of the type of tea, bring water to the desired temperature
  • black teas typically require boiling water
  • green and white teas are best brewed with lower temperatures
• Measure the desired amount of tea leaves per cup and place them in a strainer, infuser, or teapot.
  • Normally, 1tsp of loose leaf per 6-8oz of water, is the standard measurement. Although, you can add more or less depending of your strength preferences.
• Pour the hot water over the leaves and let it steep for the recommended time (approximately 3-6 minutes).
• Finally, remove the leaves and enjoy!

Some of our teas are organic, and we do our best to source tea from growers who prioritize organic practices. Our commitment to ethical and environmental practices ensures that our teas are not only delicious but also socially and environmentally conscious.

We label all organic teas on our website.

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