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What is Gongfu Cha? Exploring the Traditional Chinese Tea Ceremony

Kyoto, Japan

Kyoto, Japan

Tea holds great importance in Kyoto, Japan, where it has a rich history and cultural significance. Kyoto has long been considered a center for tea ceremony and Japanese tea culture.
rishi-bergamot

Bergamot Citrus

Citrus bergamiaThe origin of bergamot citrus can be traced back to Southeast Asia, where it is believed to have originated as a hybrid between lemon and bitter orange.
Double Berry Spritz

Double Berry Spritz

Makers Spotlight: Rikio-San

Makers Spotlight: Rikio-San

Discover one of our favorite new tea farmers in the Hon Yama region of Japan.
turmeric-tonic

Turmeric Tonic

Easy and refreshing, this drink combines turmeric ginger tea with sparkling water, lemon, and tarragon.
Variation On A Theme

Variation On A Theme

Matcha paired with mint, kiwi, and cucumber make this a highly refreshing iced drink perfect for warm days.
Indigojito

Indigojito

Watermello-Recipe

Watermellow

Fresh watermelon, watermelon cubes, and matcha green tea are featured in this easy-to-sip summertime beverage.
Violet Femmes

Violet Femmes

Darjeeling First Flush Harvest 2023

Darjeeling First Flush Harvest

Darjeeling is one of most celebrated tea origins in the world and is a paragon of terroir flavor expression, earning it the title the “Champagne of Tea”. The name of the region derives from Dori Ling, the very place where the Hindu deity Indra’s thunderbolt struck the ground.
Red-Turmeric-Mezcal-Negroni

Red Turmeric Margarita

Garden Direct 2024 Spring Harvest

Garden Direct 2024 Spring Harvest

The 2024 tea harvest season, though delayed due to varied weather conditions, promises exceptional quality. Delays in high elevation and organic gardens mean late delivery but heightened taste and aroma. Stay tuned for Mingqian Silver Needles and White Peony King batches. Explore the vibrant Yunnan spring tea harvest and anticipate Organic Pu’er and Silver Needles white teas. Witness the journey from Japan's mountainous regions to Thailand's old tree roots, crafting unique blends like Rishi's Earl Grey. Amid Darjeeling's drought, our tasters await the limited first flush picks, ensuring only the finest teas reach discerning buyers.
Lavender

Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia Lavender has a rich history of cultivation and use that dates back thousands of years. It is believed to have originated in the Mediterranean region, particularly in areas such as Greece and Italy.
Mulberry Leaf

Mulberry Leaf

Morus albaThe scientific name for mulberry leaves is Morus alba. These leaves have a long history of culinary and medicinal use in various cultures around the world.

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