Each sip of this oolong tea brings to mind buttery pastries and sweet custard. Milk Oolong is naturally rich and creamy without any dairy added. The 'milky' flavor comes from a process of withering the tea leaves overnight in a temperature controlled room that is cool but humid. The result is a tea unlike any other, with a silky mouth feel and notes of cream and honey. Milk Oolong tea leaves can be steeped multiple times and each brew will have a subtly different flavor profile.

One of the oldest green tea varieties from China, Pinhead Gunpowder was originally called 'Zhu Cha', which translates to 'Pearl Tea'. Later, it became known to the Western world by its British nickname, Gunpowder Tea. The unique method of rolling the tea into tiny pellets preserves the flavor and aroma in the leaf. This green tea brews a full-bodied cup with nutty notes and a hint of smoky depth.

Gyokuro sits on a royal throne amongst elite green teas. It is only picked during the April/May peak season, and the leaves are carefully shaded to produce its distinct dark green color. Our Gyokuro green tea is from a small batch production, sourced directly from Japan. It brews a vivid emerald infusion full of smooth 'umami' flavor. Fresh and vegetal, once you try Gyokuro you won't look back. For best results, use water at 140-160 degrees. This will prevent bitterness and allow full flavor enjoyment.

You may have tried Jasmine Pearls before, but let us introduce you to an even more rare and exquisite pearl tea. Black Dragon Pearls brew a smooth cup of tea with complex notes of cocoa and caramel. Each pearl of hand-rolled black tea is a tiny work of art. Simply add a few pearls to a cup of hot water and watch them unfurl. This is a must-have tea for the budding connoisseur.

An excellent example of Spring Mao Feng. this exquisite green tea brews a light, astringent cup with a clean finish. The long, silvery tea leaves from Hunan Province, China are of the highest quality and can be steeped multiple times. Sip a crisp cup of White Eagle Long Life and feel instantly refreshed. We buy in small batches direct from the farm, so everything is fresh!

Few teas produced in the world make the Royal grade and we are proud to offer this tea. It is made from high-quality buds that are painstakingly hand-picked and sorted. These tender, young leaves are covered and sun withered before oxidizing in temperature controlled rooms. With a careful balance of heat and moisture, the sauna-like environment causes the tea leaves to turn gold rather than black. Every few hours, the leaves must be turned over, which is done by hand..for forty days! This labor intensive process yields an exquisite masterpiece. Golden Yunnan Royal Grade tea has deep, malty flavors with top notes of citrus and lychee. Each complex cup invigorates the senses and and elevates the day to royal status.

A deep, smoky aroma wafts from the cup, like the smell of a cozy campfire. Lapsang Souchong tea leaves are withered over pine or cypress to infuse a woody scent, and then dried over a smoking pine fire. This unique savory flavor profile is surprising at first, but quickly grows on you. Try it paired with a hearty breakfast of bacon and eggs. Learn more about this unique tea in our Lapsang Souchong primer.

Prized for its unique sword-shaped leaves and jade green color, Dragonwell exhibits a fresh, clean aroma and mellow flavor. Notes of chestnut and honey mingle in each cup. Also referred to as Longjing, during the Qing dynasty in China, the Emperor himself endorsed Dragonwell as his favorite tea, elevating it to royal status. This green tea is a sophisticated choice for the budding connoisseur. Delight in a cup of Dragonwell Longjing Tea and enjoy the exceptional flavor of this Chinese green tea, shop today!

This delicate oolong is grown in China's high hilltops among fresh streams and cool, crisp air. Tender leaves are gently basket tossed immediately after harvesting, then semi-oxidized and carefully rolled. Each cup is light and refreshing, easing the mind of all worries. Sweet scents of orchids and honeycomb waft up from the tea as it brews. According to legend, an iron statue of a merciful Bodhisattva came alive and blessed a poor farmer with a magical tea plant. Iron Goddess of Mercy Oolong is a must-try tea steeped in culture and history.

Golden Monkey tea leaves exhibit a soft ombré from deep auburn to shiny gold. With a fragrance reminiscent of bittersweet cocoa, this tea brews a smooth and complex cup. Roasty, nutty notes give it a satisfying flavor without needing anything added. The tea leaves can be steeped multiple times, revealing fruity notes of apricot in the second and third cup. Golden Monkey is among the finest of black teas and eagerly sought after by tea connoisseurs.

Keemun is one of the original teas from China that was highly sought after by British traders. Its flavorful leaves brew a toasty, full-bodied cup with complexity similar to wine. It has a long shelf life and even becomes more smooth and mellow with time. You can enjoy it either straight as it is preferred in China, or with a bit of milk and sugar like the British.

This is the original pure purple tea from the Nandi Hills region of Kenya. Its purple color is a result of an antioxidant known as anthocyanin, which is also found in blueberries and red cabbage. Purple tea is processed lightly like a green tea. Sweet and mildly fruity, our Purple Tea is imported fresh from the farm. Learn more about purple tea.

This tea is for those who favor quality and boldness in the morning. Our flagship breakfast tea which uses full-bodied Assam. Start your day off strong with this flavorful gem - works great with a spot of milk and a little honey.

This tea is sourced directly from the Tung Ting Mountains in Taiwan. The name Jade Oolong perfectly describes the vivid color of the tightly hand-rolled leaves. Each cup is smooth and fragrant with notes of lilac and jasmine. This oolong tea pairs well with delicate pastries for a refined afternoon tea.

Crisp with notes of nuts and fruit, this exquisite green tea is grown in the Lin'an region of China around the Tianmu mountains. Dense forest and humid weather produce tea leaves that are exceptionally high in nutrients like vitamin C and chlorophyll. Yun Wu translates literally as 'Cloud and Mist' and refers to the Tianmu mountain mist that provides natural shade for the tea plants. Brew a cup and savor the delicate freshness of Cloud and Mist tea.

Wakoucha is a Japanese black tea. Yes, you read that correctly. In a country most known for green tea, Wakoucha is a rare gem indeed. This organic Wakoucha brews a clear amber red and has a sweet aroma with hints of honey. It has a sweet and malty flavor with hints of stone fruit and chrysanthemum. This is a rare tea indeed as the best Wakoucha comes from the summer harvest, when tea plants are hit hardest by pests. Being an organic tea there are no pesticides used, making the plants even more susceptible and rare.