Mixology & Cocktail Ingredients

Mixology is an integral aspect of our mission of Culinary Innovation. We offer bespoke and rarified teas, herbs and botanicals to create traditional and new-wave drinks.

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Dandelion Ginger

$48.00
Craft-brewed Sparkling Botanical Teas
Spicy | Juicy | Deep

What is Garden
Direct Tea?

Garden Direct is a carefully curated selection of single-origin teas sourced from the most esteemed growers. They are packaged freshly made at origin and air freighted to us immediately so we can celebrate and share these most cherished teas during the primer producing seasons. Each tea tells a story and invites you to share in our Garden Direct connections.

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A can of Say When Grapefruit Quince Sparkling Botanicals with a hint of hibiscus sits elegantly on a matching coral background. Grapefruit Quince Sparkling Botanicals hover image

Grapefruit Quince Sparkling Botanicals

$48.00
Craft-brewed Sparkling Botanical Teas
Zesty | Succulent | Fragrant
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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

Craft Excellence with Tea Cocktails

Every mixologist knows making an excellent cocktail isn’t just about the best liquor — you must pair it with amazing ingredients too. For anyone who likes to push the boundaries of cocktails or tea, Rishi Tea & Botanicals has a collection of loose leaf tea and sparkling tea perfect for mixology. Looking for flavors to pair with the bite and brightness of cocktails? Try bold and rich teas that punch through any mixer, bright and aromatic blends that stand up to acidity or even premixed beverages to pair with your favorite liquor for a brand new cocktail recipe. 

How to Use Tea in Cocktails

The mixology world has many unique uses for tea beyond simple hot-brewing. Adding loose leaf tea to a spirit like vodka, tequila or whiskey can create an infused spirit that brings a unique spin to booze-forward cocktails. Brewed teas can also be mixed with equal parts sugar to make a tea-flavored syrup, an excellent addition to cocktails and coffees alike to bring a sweetened flavor to your drink. The teas in our cocktail collection are curated for experimentation, so try something new and see if it works!

FAQs

No — none of the items we carry, including our ready-to-drink botanicals, have any alcohol in them.

Any tea can realistically be used in a drink recipe, but there are some teas that will express better in a cocktail. Herbal teas, with their floral and fruit-forward profiles, will work well for tea syrups and infusions. Black and green teas may impart more tannins or a bitter flavor and may taste better in a recipe with whiskey or rum.

No, our Sparkling Botanicals do not contain sugar and are made using real tea. These are the perfect first step to introducing tea into your cocktail nights.

It depends on the specific tea you choose, but any tea containing caffeine — like the Teahouse Matcha or Pu’er Ginger — will impart some to beverages they are mixed with. If you’re looking for a cocktail without the zip of caffeine, explore our caffeine-free teas.

Excellent Teas for any Expression

At Rishi Tea, we love trying new things and strive to source the boldest and most unique teas and blends to serve any mood or need. From cocktails to baking, there are many delicious tea recipes ready for exploration and experimentation. Try the best teas we have to offer and craft your own utterly unique beverage — browse our tea store to learn more!