Black Tea

 Black tea is currently the most popular in the US, enjoyed mainly as iced tea. The fame of black tea is mainly due to the invention of the tea bag in 1904 by NYC tea merchant Thomas Sullivan. Recent studies have shown that black tea provides equal health benefits as its green cousin.  

 Green Tea

 Oolong Tea

For over seven centuries, oolong has been enjoyed by tea connoisseurs in China. Myths surround the many varieties of these teas. Regional competitions are dedicated to selecting and recognizing the best farmers every season. Oolong teas are full bodied in flavor and aroma ranging from green and floral to dark and roasted with many notes between. Many oolongs undergo a unique roasting process which can last from 12 to 36 continuous hours under the careful eye of a tea master. This category of tea contains moderate quantities of caffeine. We hope you enjoy the teas in our selection which are entirely hand picked and directly sourced from growers in China, Taiwan, with a guest appearance of an oolong from the Darjeeling region in India. Our Jasmine Pearls, Ti Kuan Yin, and Wuyi Ensemble teas are also offered in convenient gourmet pyramid teabags.

White Tea

White tea is the most subtle of all the varieties of tea, using only the finest tea leaves from each bush with a minimal amount of processing. Considered by most connoisseurs to be the apotheosis of tea, white tea has yet to make a significant impact on Western culture. This will soon change, with new studies showing that white tea is 10% more effective in improving immune health than its green cousin. Adagio Teas continues to sell the finest loose white tea you'll find, and now offers one variety in a convenient gourmet tea bag as well.

Rooibos Tea

Rooibos is a flavorful, caffeine-free alternative to tea for those seeking to eliminate caffeine intake. Also known as Red Tea, rooibos tea gained popularity during WWII when tea supplies from Asia forced drinkers to find an alternative. With the many amazing health benefits surfacing and many flavors available, rooibos tea has far surpassed its role as an alternative beverage.  

Chai Tea

Chai actually refers to generic word for tea in Hindi, but has come to be known throughout the world as a very unique drink. A gift from India, chai tea is usually a mixture of black tea with a variety of spices synonymous with Indian cuisine, drank with milk and sugar. We have created our own category of Chai teas using these familiar spices as well as incorporating some unique flavors and different teas - discover them all!

Herbal Tea or Tisane

Herbal tea has been imbibed nearly as long as written history extends. Also known as a tisane or herbal infusion, an herbal tea is simply the combination of boiling water and dried fruit, flower or herb. Documents have been recovered dating back to as early as Ancient Egypt that discuss the enjoyment and uses of herbal tea. 

Chinese Teas

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	Chinese tea name translations are not official. Kam throws that in as the mandarin names of the Chinese tea may not mean anything to you. Chinese Tea - Green Tea Name in Chinese Mandarin Pronunciation Place of Origin - Tea Name Meaning in English (for Tea Name only) Tai Ping - Hou Kui Monkey King Xi Hu - Long Jing Dragon Well Dong Tin - Bi Luo Chun Green Spring Snail Lu Shan - Yun Wu Cloud & Fog Huang Shan - Mao Feng Fur Peak E Mei - Zhu Ye Qing Green Bamboo Leaf Xian Ren Zhang Cha Cactus Tea An Hua - Song Zhen Pine Needle Liu An - Gua Pian Melon Slice Jing Ting - Lue Xue Green Snow Nan Jing - Yu Hua Rain Flower Liu An - Gua Pian Melon Slice Xin Yang - Mao Jian Fur Tip Tian Shan - Lu Ya Green Sprout    Chinese Tea - Oolong Tea Name in Chinese Mandarin Pronunciation Place of Origin - Tea Name Meaning in English (for Tea Name only) An Xi - Tie Guan Yin Iron Guan Yin (goddess of mercifulness) Wu Yi - Da Hong Pao Big Red Robe Song Zhong Dan Cong SONG Species Lone Bush Feng Huang - Shui Xian Water Fairy Yong Chun - Fo Shou Buddha's Hand    Chinese Tea - Black Tea Name in Chinese Mandarin Pronunciation Place of Origin - Tea Name Meaning in English (for Tea Name only) Pu' er Pu'er (the name is Pu'er) Hu Nan - Hei Cha Black Tea Lao Qing Ye Old Green Leaf Xi Chuan - Bian Cha Edge Tea    Chinese Tea - Red Tea Name in Chinese Mandarin Pronunciation Place of Origin - Tea Name Meaning in English (for Tea Name only) Qi Men - Hung Cha Red Tea Ying De - Hung Cha Red Tea (Yes, not fancy names. the place of origin is what tells the teas apart)    Chinese Tea - White Tea Name in Chinese Mandarin Pronunciation Place of Origin - Tea Name Meaning in English (for Tea Name only) Shou Mei Longevity Eyebrow Bai Mu Dan White Peony Yin Zhen Bai Hao Silver Needle White Fur   Chinese Tea - Yellow Tea Name in Chinese Mandarin Pronunciation Place of Origin - Tea Name Meaning in English (for Tea Name only) Guang Dong - Da Ye Qing Big Leaf Green Jun Shan - Yin Zhen Silver Needle Wen Zhou - Huang Tang Yellow Soup    Chinese Tea - Flower Tea Name in Chinese Mandarin Pronunciation Place of Origin - Tea Name Meaning in English (for Tea Name only) Mo Li Hua Cha Jasmine Mei Gui Hua Cha Rose Bai Lan Hua Cha Gardenia (not sure of the translation though) Long Zhu Hua Cha Dragon Ball    Chinese Tea - Compressed Tea Tea Name in Chinese Mandarin Pronunciation Place of Origin - Tea Name Meaning in English (for Tea Name only) Bing Cha Cake Tea Tuo Cha TUO (just a name) Tea  Zhuang Cha Brick Tea