FAQ

1. Loose leaf tea is of higher quality

Most bagged teas available from the supermarket are mass produced and made using dust ad fannings – (the tiny bits of tea left over from the production of loose leaf tea.)

2. Loose leaf tea is fresher

Mass-produced tea bags are generally filled with tea leaves from different locations, and has usually travelled great distances before it reached supermarket shelves, making it less fresh.

3. Loose leaf tea tastes better

Mass-produced bagged tea has been blended for standardization and as such, you won’t experience the difference in taste and aroma between types of leaves and locations. For a more refined tea experience, or if you’re looking for something that just tastes better, fresher and more wholesome, brew loose leaf tea.

4. Loose leaf tea is more diverse

There is more to tea than black tea or green tea. Types of tea such as oolong, white tea, yellow tea, and fermented tea are diverse, and each is a reflection of its cultivars, climate, geography and production.

5. Loose leaf tea is better for the environment

Most tea bags are not compostable, and of those that are, very few people make the effort to compost them. Loose leaf tea reduce the amount of packaging you’re using and can be directly thrown onto the compost heap.

6. Loose leaf tea is good for your health

Tea has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which can contribute to your overall wellness. The primary chemicals responsible for the health claims of green tea, called catechins, are found in the highest concentrations in fresh leaves.

Although most of our teas do not contain gluten, they are not produced in dedicated gluten-free facilities. Please check the ingredient and allergen list carefully.

Most of our teas have little to no sugar, carbs, or calories. Some of our teas do contain fruit or carmel/candy ingredents that may contribute to suger in the cup.

There are many factors that can change the amount of caffeine in the cup, but the chart below can give you general idea of how much caffeine is present in each up.

Beverage & Caffeine Per 8 oz Cup

White Tea: 30-55 mg

Green Tea: 35-70 mg

Oolong Tea: 50-75 mg

Black Tea: 60-90 mg

Coffee: 150-200 mg

The good news is that tea generally stays fresh for quite some time - around three to four months when stored in a bag and up to a year when stored in a tin or other airtight container. This will vary depending on the ingredients present in the tea. To keep your teas fresh, always store them in a cool, dry, dark place and keep them well sealed.

Method 1: Using an Iced Tea Pitcher

Cold Brew Method

1. Add 7-10 tsp loose leaf tea to the 50oz pitcher

2. Gently pour 2 cups hot water first, then 4 cups cold water

3. Place pitcher in fridge. Steep 2 -6 hours.

4. Pour to serve!

Method 2: Using traditional tea ware

Cold Brew Method

The only difference for brewing iced tea is that you double the amount of loose leaf tea you use per cup of water. For example, Instead of using 1 tsp per cup, use 2 tsp. This is because once you’re done steeping the tea, you are going to add ice. Adding ice dilutes it.