The July 2014 issue of Beverage Industry magazine highlighted recent sales increases in the tea category due to "consumer emphasis placed on healthy living habits". It also noted that "backed by the scientific community, tea manufacturers are marketing the various health benefits of tea consumption, such as its effect on lowering cholesterol". Read more here. As beneficial as ready-to-drink and bagged teas may be, there is even more benefit to steeping and drinking loose leaf tea. Just as the coffee industry has seen a growth in sales of beans and single-origin coffees, consumption of loose leaf tea has also seen a significant increase. Tea can suit any mood and you are sure to find one that delights you. A single cup of tea can be refreshing, soothing and uplifting - all in one.
Combinations of favorite black, green, or herbal teas, lead to gifts or a quick steep. I am enjoying full-flavored Irish breakfast tea and chai's unique flavor is heavenly. These are excellent gifts if I don't drink them first!
Ha! Yes, don't drink them before you gift them! We developed these in response to requests for small, quick gifts and glad you agreed.