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Cold brewing infuses tea leaves slowly, using time rather than temperature to release flavors and catechins. This results in a smooth body with complex flavors.

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Sencha

Organic Green Tea
Fresh | Umami | Sweet
from $37.00
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Nishi Sencha First Flush

Organic Steamed Green Tea
Deep Green | Bittersweet | Umami
from $32.00
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Matcha Super Green

Organic Green Tea Blend
Sweet | Smooth | Umami
from $61.50
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Golden Yunnan

Organic Dianhong Black Tea
Malty | Jammy | Mellow
from $18.50
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White Peony

Organic White Tea
Mellow | Sweet | Fresh
from $17.50
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Sencha Superior

Organic Green Tea
Fresh | Brisk | Savory
from $20.50
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Matcha Super Green

Organic Green Tea 50 Count Bulk Sachets
Sweet | Smooth | Umami
$36.00

Supercharge Your Ritual With Matcha

In every emerald-green serving of matcha lies nature's perfect balance of sustained energy and calming focus.
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Iron Goddess of Mercy

Oolong Tea
Roasty | Dried Fruit | Smooth
from $23.50
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Silver Needles

Organic White Tea
Sweet | Fruity | Rich
from $45.50
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Jasmine

Organic Green Tea 50 Count Bulk Sachets
Fresh | Floral | Elegant
$36.00

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Moonlight Jasmine

Organic Green Tea
Rich | Sweet | Fragrant
from $51.00
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Bergamot Oolong

Oolong Tea Blend
Lilac | Citrus Blossom | Bergamot
from $23.50
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Matcha Gyokuro

Organic Green Tea Blend
Smooth | Umami | Creamy
from $51.00
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Sencha

Organic Green Tea Sachets
Fresh | Umami | Sweet
$10.00
Earl Green SACHETS Rishi Tea & Botanicals

Earl Green

Organic Green Tea Sachets
Fresh | Citrusy | Smooth
$10.00
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Jasmine Purple Buds

Scented Green Tea
Fresh | Floral | Sweet Jasmine
from $92.50
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Reviews

What Rishi Tea Drinkers
Are Saying

"This is by far the best Earl Grey tea I have had. I drink a lot of tea and only drink Rishi Earl Grey. You will love the flavor. "

—Marshall

Earl Grey Supreme

Rich | Citrusy | Floral

"I don't believe there is a better green tea you can get in a bag. The evidence is in the bright, even, grassy green color this tea makes."

—JD

Matcha Super Green

Sweet | Smooth | Umami

"I love this tea - the richness of it is amazing, and it relaxes me with the ginger and turmeric. Such a winner :)"

—Kayla

Turmeric Ginger

Spicy | Zesty | Fragrant

"This tea is absolutely amazing! I feel immediate uplifting effects after consuming. Rishi has the best quality tea that I have found on any shelf thus far."

—Tia

Blueberry Hibiscus

Vibrant | Tart | Luscious

"This is seriously the BEST chai concentrate out there. It's incredible and has such a great spice. I'll never go back to another brand."

—Courtney

Masala Chai Concentrate

Spicy | Rich | Fragrant

"This is my first tasting of oolong tea and I'm in love! It's flavor is delicate yet robust and floral. Absolutely delicious, my new favorite tea."

—Amber

Iron Goddess of Mercy

Roasty | Dried Fruit | Smooth

"Delicious and satisfying. It's delicate enough to drink without doctoring but also bold enough to hold up to cream and honey. An absolute delight."

—Star

Golden Yunnan

Malty | Jammy | Mellow

Smooth Cold Brew Loose Leaf Tea & Sachets

Whether you need to cool down in the summer heat or simply enjoy a smooth, chilled tea, these are excellent options for brewing cold. Rather than brewing hot and transferring to ice, cold brew tea is steeped using bags or loose leaf tea in room-temperature or cold water for several hours. The lack of heat in the process results in a gentler extraction, releasing fewer bitter tannins and enhancing the perception of sweetness. This brewing style is also celebrated for its smooth, silky body and crisp, fresh aroma.

How to Cold Brew Tea

Cold brewing is a simple and refreshing way to enjoy tea, requiring little more than fresh leaves, cool water and time. Use two tablespoons of tea for every eight ounces of room-temperature or chilled water, and let it steep in the refrigerator. 

Another method is to start with just enough hot water (165°F or hotter) to cover the leaves, then fill the rest of your teapot with cold water. Use loose leaf tea filters or cold brew tea bags for an easy infusion experience that doesn’t require straining.

In general, most cold brew teas are ready to drink after 2 to 4 hours of steeping. Some Japanese teas require even shorter infusions, while ball rolled oolong tea may need significantly more time. Feel free to experiment to find your desired brew strength.

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Explore More Chilled Teas

Iced teas are made by brewing hot and pouring over ice for a quick and refreshing way to enjoy tea cold. This method creates a brisk, slightly more tannic flavor with plenty of character. Rishi offers a wide variety of iced tea selections, along with convenient powdered infusions, tea concentrates and ready-to-drink Sparkling Botanicals — perfect for enjoying chilled tea anytime, anywhere.