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Organic White Peony (Bai Mu Dan)

Some teas speak softly—and say more because of it.

Organic White Peony, also known as Bai Mu Dan (白牡丹), is one of the most beloved styles of traditional Chinese white tea. Light, elegant, and naturally expressive, it offers a cup that feels effortless yet deeply refined.

With gentle notes of stone fruit, a hint of soft spice, and a smooth, airy body, this tea captures the quiet beauty of minimally processed leaves. It is delicate without being fragile, simple without lacking depth—a tea that invites you to slow down and notice the subtle things.

This is not a tea that overwhelms.

It unfolds.

Origin

White Peony is a classic style of white tea produced in Fujian Province, China, for generations, known for its balance of young buds and tender leaves.

This particular batch is sourced from an organic garden in the highlands of Hunan Province, where skilled growers cultivate traditional Chinese tea styles under carefully managed organic conditions.

The higher elevation, cooler climate, and slower leaf growth contribute to a tea that is naturally sweeter, smoother, and more layered in flavour.

It carries the spirit of Fujian craftsmanship—expressed through a different landscape.

How It Is Made

White tea is among the least processed of all teas, and that simplicity is what gives it its elegance.

Freshly picked leaves and buds are gently withered and then carefully dried—nothing more.

There is no rolling, no shaping, and minimal handling, allowing the leaves to retain their natural form and delicate structure.

This light touch preserves the tea’s soft floral notes, subtle fruit character, and natural sweetness.

The result is a tea that feels clean, open, and quietly complex.

Nothing added.

Nothing forced.

Just the leaf, as it is.

Taste Profile

Organic White Peony creates a tea experience that feels light, smooth, and beautifully balanced.

Aroma

Soft floral notes with hints of fresh hay and gentle sweetness.

Flavour

Delicate stone fruit, subtle spice, and a smooth, mellow body with natural sweetness.

Finish

Clean, airy, and lightly lingering with a refreshing, almost cooling sensation.

This is a tea that rewards attention—but never demands it.

Brewing Guide

Recommended Preparation

• Tea: 4g / 1 tbsp
• Water: 240ml / 1 cup
• Temperature: 75°C / 167°F
• Steep Time: 180 seconds
• Infusions: Multiple steeps recommended

Re-steep to explore how the flavour softens and deepens with each infusion.

Also excellent as a base for homemade kombucha, where its gentle character allows fermentation flavours to shine without becoming overpowering.

Why Tea Lovers Choose White Peony

People return to Organic White Peony because it offers something rare—clarity.

It is not bold.
It is not heavy.

It is simply well-made tea, allowed to speak for itself.

The soft fruit notes, the clean finish, the quiet elegance—it all adds up to a cup that feels both calming and quietly satisfying.

For those who appreciate subtlety and balance, this becomes more than a tea.

It becomes a habit.

Light. Elegant. Effortless.

A classic that never needs to try too hard.

Organic Hojicha

Some teas are energizing.

Others feel like a warm blanket on a cool evening.

Organic Hojicha belongs firmly to the second category.

Roasted, comforting, and naturally sweet, this traditional Japanese green tea offers a completely different experience from the bright, grassy character often associated with green tea. Gentle roasting transforms the leaves, creating a smooth and mellow cup with notes of warm wood, toasted grain, and soft caramel sweetness.

The result is a tea that feels instantly familiar.

Comforting without being heavy.

Rich without being overwhelming.

Whether enjoyed after dinner, during a quiet afternoon, or shared with friends on a rainy day, Hojicha has a way of making ordinary moments feel a little more peaceful.

Origin

This tea comes from Kirishima, Kagoshima, one of Japan's most respected tea-growing regions, located on the southern island of Kyushu.

Kirishima is known for its volcanic soils, mountain mist, and ideal growing conditions, which produce teas with exceptional softness and depth of flavor.

This particular batch is crafted from late-harvest Yabukita cultivar tea leaves, Japan's most celebrated tea variety. Harvesting later in the season allows the leaves to develop greater body and sweetness, creating an ideal foundation for roasting.

The result is a tea that reflects both the richness of its landscape and the craftsmanship of Japanese tea tradition.

How It Is Made

Unlike most Japanese green teas, which are celebrated for their fresh vegetal character, Hojicha undergoes a careful roasting process that completely transforms its flavour profile.

The late-harvest Yabukita leaves are gently roasted at approximately 200°F (93°C), developing warm caramelized notes while significantly reducing astringency.

This roasting process softens the tea's edges, creating a smoother, rounder cup with remarkable sweetness and almost no bitterness.

It also naturally lowers the tea's caffeine content, making Hojicha a popular choice throughout the day and into the evening.

The transformation is remarkable.

What begins as green tea becomes something altogether more comforting.

Taste Profile

Aroma

Warm wood, toasted grain, roasted nuts, and soft caramel sweetness.

Flavour

Smooth and mellow with notes of caramel, roasted barley, warm cedar, and subtle sweetness.

Finish

Clean, comforting, and gently lingering with a soft roasted warmth.

This tea invites you to slow down.

Brewing Guide

Recommended Preparation

• Tea: 3g / 1 tbsp
• Water: 240ml / 1 cup
• Temperature: 100°C / 212°F
• Steep Time: 220 seconds
• Infusions: Multiple steeps possible

The higher brewing temperature allows the tea's roasted sweetness and full body to shine beautifully.

Why Tea Lovers Choose Hojicha

Organic Hojicha is loved for its warmth, comfort, and remarkable drinkability.

The roasting process creates a tea that feels approachable even to those new to green tea, while offering enough depth and complexity to satisfy seasoned tea drinkers.

Its naturally lower caffeine content makes it a favourite for afternoons, evenings, and moments when relaxation is the goal.

For many people, Hojicha becomes more than a tea.

It becomes a daily ritual of comfort.

Warm. Roasted. Restorative.

A taste of quiet Japanese craftsmanship in every cup.

Organic Lapsang Souchong (Smoked Black Tea)

Some teas whisper.
Lapsang Souchong arrives like firewood catching flame.

Bold, smoky, and unforgettable, Organic Lapsang Souchong is one of the world’s most distinctive black teas—a tea that has been warming cups and dividing opinions for generations. The first sip brings an intense smoky aroma, rich with the scent of pine smoke and campfire warmth. Then, slowly, the smoke softens, revealing the smooth, full-bodied black tea waiting underneath.

That balance is what makes this tea special.

Not just smoke for the sake of smoke—but depth, structure, and warmth held together in harmony.

It is powerful without becoming harsh.

And once acquired, it becomes impossible to forget.

 Origin

This tea is grown in the famed Yellow Mountain (黄山) region of Anhui Province, China, at elevations ranging from 200 to 800 meters above sea level.

The region’s cool mountain air, shifting mist, and mineral-rich soil create ideal conditions for producing black tea with both body and clarity.

Lapsang Souchong is one of the oldest smoked teas in the world and remains deeply tied to Chinese tea history. Traditionally, the tea leaves are smoked over pinewood fires, creating the signature aroma that made this style famous across Europe centuries ago.

This version focuses on balance—preserving the tea’s natural richness beneath the smoke rather than overpowering it.

The result is a tea that feels bold, layered, and surprisingly refined.

How It Is Made

After harvest, the tea leaves are withered, rolled, and fully oxidized to develop their dark color and rich black tea character.

They are then carefully smoked using traditional methods, allowing the leaves to absorb deep woody aromas and the unmistakable warmth of smoke.

The smoking process completely transforms the tea's richness, turning it dark black.

What begins as a classic black tea becomes something darker, fuller, and more atmospheric.

Yet beneath the smoke remains a smooth, satisfying tea with body and balance.

This is what separates great Lapsang Souchong from novelty.

The tea still matters.

Taste Profile

Organic Lapsang Souchong creates a tea experience that feels bold, smoky, and deeply warming.

Aroma

Pine smoke, campfire warmth, cedar wood, and the richness of dark black tea.

Flavour

Intense smoky character that softens into a smooth, full-bodied black tea with subtle earthy sweetness.

Finish

Lingering, warm, and comforting with a balanced smoky aftertaste.

This is a tea that fills the room long before the cup is empty.

 Brewing Guide

Recommended Preparation

• Tea: 3g / 1 tbsp
• Water: 240ml / 1 cup
• Temperature: 100°C / 212°F
• Steep Time: 90 seconds
• Infusions: Multiple steeps possible

Excellent both hot and iced.

Shorter steeps highlight brightness and balance, while longer infusions deepen the smoky character.

 Why Tea Lovers Choose Lapsang Souchong

People return to Organic Lapsang Souchong because no other tea tastes remotely like it.

The smoky aroma, the warming depth, the surprising smoothness beneath the fire—it creates a tea experience that feels dramatic yet comforting.

For some, it recalls cedar cabins and wood fires.

For others, old whisky, leather-bound books, or cold evenings beside rain-covered windows.

This is not everyday tea for everyone.

But for those who love it, nothing else replaces it.

Smoky. Bold. Timeless.

A tea with unmistakable character.

Organic Cream of Earl Grey

A timeless classic, softened with creamy elegance.

Organic Cream of Earl Grey takes everything tea lovers adore about traditional Earl Grey—the bright citrus lift of fragrant bergamot and the bold richness of black tea—and transforms it into something smoother, softer, and beautifully indulgent.

This luxurious blend honours the classic Earl Grey profile while adding a comforting layer of creamy vanilla, creating a tea that feels rich, balanced, and effortlessly refined. The result is a cup that is both familiar and elevated—perfect for slow mornings, cozy afternoons, or peaceful evening rituals.

Smooth, aromatic, and full of character, this is Earl Grey with a velvety finish and a touch of everyday luxury.

Origin

This blend begins with premium organic black tea, carefully selected for its full body, smooth depth, and ability to carry both bright citrus and creamy vanilla notes beautifully.

The tea is then thoughtfully blended in Richmond, BC, combining fragrant bergamot and smooth vanilla notes to create a richer, more comforting Earl Grey experience.

Bergamot brings the signature citrus brightness and floral elegance that defines classic Earl Grey, while creamy vanilla softens the finish and adds warmth to every sip.

Blending locally allows greater control over freshness, consistency, and flavour balance—creating a tea that feels both classic and beautifully refined.

The result is a luxurious black tea blend that feels familiar, elegant, and indulgent.

How It Is Made

The black tea leaves are carefully harvested and fully oxidized, developing their deep amber colour, bold body, and naturally rich flavour.

Once dried, the tea is blended with bergamot, creating the unmistakable citrus brightness and aromatic lift that make Earl Grey so timeless and loved.

Creamy vanilla notes are then layered into the blend, adding warmth, softness, and a smooth finish that rounds out the sharper citrus edges of bergamot.

Unlike overly sweet dessert teas, Organic Cream of Earl Grey focuses on balance—where citrus brightens, vanilla softens, and the black tea base provides strength and structure.

The final blending in Richmond, BC, ensures a consistently balanced cup with every batch.

Taste Profile

Organic Cream of Earl Grey creates a tea experience that feels rich, smooth, and quietly indulgent.

Aroma

Bright bergamot citrus with warm vanilla sweetness and smooth black tea depth.

Flavour

Bold black tea balanced by fresh citrus brightness, soft floral bergamot notes, and a creamy vanilla finish.

Finish

Smooth, mellow, and lingering with a comforting velvety sweetness.

Each sip feels both uplifting and soothing—perfect for everyday elegance.

Brewing Guide

Recommended Preparation

• Tea: 1 tsp loose tea per cup
• Water: Boiling water
• Steep Time: 3 minutes
• Infusions: Multiple steeps possible

Enjoy it plain for a clean, creamy-citrus experience, or with a splash of milk for an even richer, more decadent cup.

Avoid over-steeping to preserve the smooth balance of bergamot and vanilla.

Why Tea Lovers Choose Cream of Earl Grey

Organic Cream of Earl Grey is chosen for its perfect balance of boldness and comfort.

It offers the bright sophistication of classic Earl Grey with the added warmth of creamy vanilla—making it ideal for anyone who loves traditional Earl Grey but wants a softer, more luxurious cup.

Perfect for quiet mornings, afternoon resets, or for winding down with something comforting, this tea feels both familiar and special.

Classic. Creamy. Comforting.

A refined Earl Grey with a luxurious twist.

Organic Joongjak Green Tea

Some places seem untouched by time.

The mist-covered valleys of Hadong, Korea, are among them.

Organic Joongjak captures the spirit of this remarkable tea-growing region in a cup that feels calm, balanced, and beautifully connected to nature. Harvested after May 5th, during Korea’s traditional Joongjak harvest season, this tea offers a deeper, more rounded character than the earliest spring pickings while preserving the freshness and elegance Korean green tea is known for.

The flavour is gentle yet expressive—sweet vegetal notes reminiscent of fresh-cut grass and spring meadows, softened by hints of wildflowers and a subtle nuttiness that lingers long after the final sip.

It is a tea that encourages stillness.

A tea for quiet mornings, thoughtful afternoons, and moments when the world feels a little too fast.

Origin

This tea comes from Hadong, South Korea, one of the country's most celebrated tea-growing regions and home to a tea tradition that stretches back more than a thousand years.

Nestled among mountains, rivers, and ancient forests, Hadong offers ideal conditions for cultivating tea with exceptional purity and balance. The region’s fertile soil, abundant rainfall, and cool mountain air help produce teas that are both vibrant and refined.

Organic Joongjak is harvested during the third traditional Korean tea harvest, which takes place after Ipha (May 5th).

This later spring harvest allows the leaves additional time to mature, creating a tea with greater body, softer sweetness, and a more rounded flavour profile.

Understanding Korean Tea Harvests

Korean green tea is traditionally categorized by harvest period:

Woojeon (우전)

The earliest and most prized harvest, picked before Gok-u (around April 20).

Sejak (세작)

The second harvest, picked between Gok-u and Ipha (May 5).

Joongjak (중작)

The third harvest, picked after Ipha (May 5).

Joongjak teas are appreciated for their balance—offering freshness and complexity while developing greater depth and sweetness than earlier harvests.

How It Is Made

After harvest, the leaves are carefully processed using traditional Korean green tea methods designed to preserve freshness, colour, and natural aroma.

The leaves are gently heated to prevent oxidation, locking in their vibrant green character while maintaining softness and clarity in the cup.

This careful craftsmanship allows the tea to retain its delicate balance between vegetal freshness, floral elegance, and subtle nutty warmth.

The result is a tea that feels effortless and harmonious.

Nothing dominates.

Everything works together.

Taste Profile

Organic Joongjak creates a tea experience that feels fresh, smooth, and quietly sophisticated.

Aroma

Fresh spring grass, wildflowers, and soft vegetal sweetness.

Flavour

Sweet green tea with notes of fresh-cut grass, delicate florals, and a gentle nutty character.

Finish

Clean, refreshing, and lingering with soft sweetness and elegant balance.

This is a tea that rewards slow attention.

Brewing Guide

Recommended Preparation

• Tea: 3g / 1 tbsp
• Water: 240ml / 1 cup
• Temperature: 80°C / 176°F
• Steep Time: 2–3 minutes
• Infusions: Multiple steeps recommended

Lower temperatures help preserve the tea's natural sweetness and delicate floral character.

Best enjoyed plain, where its subtle complexity can fully unfold.

Why Tea Lovers Choose Joongjak

People return to Organic Joongjak because it offers a rare combination of freshness and depth.

It carries the bright vitality of spring green tea while adding the softness and maturity that come with a slightly later harvest.

For those who appreciate elegant tea that is neither delicate nor expressive, but neither overpowering, Joongjak is a tea worth revisiting.

Fresh. Balanced. Timeless.

A taste of Hadong's mountains in every cup.

Organic Keemun Maofeng Black Tea

Elegant, timeless, and deeply rooted in Chinese tea tradition.

Organic Keemun Maofeng is one of the most historic and celebrated styles of Chinese black tea—refined, smooth, and beautifully expressive in every cup. Known for its graceful balance of rich body and soft complexity, this tea offers delicate notes of dark fruit, gentle sweetness, and a clean finish with mild tannins that never overwhelm.

Often considered one of China’s most iconic black teas, Keemun Maofeng is admired for its quiet sophistication. It is not a tea of intensity, but of elegance; layered, smooth, and endlessly rewarding for those who appreciate subtle depth.

This is a tea for slow mornings, thoughtful afternoons, and moments that deserve stillness.

Origin

This exceptional tea is grown in the famous Yellow Mountain (黄山) region of Anhui Province, China, one of the country's most respected tea-growing areas and home to some of China’s finest traditional teas.

The tea garden sits at an altitude of more than 1200 metres above sea level, where cooler temperatures, mountain mist, and mineral-rich soil create ideal conditions for slow leaf growth and concentrated flavour development.

This high-elevation environment allows the tea leaves to develop greater sweetness, smoother texture, and the elegant complexity that defines premium Keemun.

The garden is carefully managed by Zha Weiming, whose attention to cultivation and craftsmanship helps preserve the quality and character of this remarkable tea.

This is terroir you can taste—clean, elevated, and unmistakably refined.

How It Is Made

Keemun Maofeng is crafted using traditional black tea processing methods that highlight softness and complexity rather than strength alone.

Tender young leaves are carefully harvested and withered to reduce moisture before being gently rolled to release their natural oils and flavour compounds.

The leaves are then fully oxidized, allowing them to develop their deep amber colour, smooth body, and the signature layered flavour Keemun is known for—soft fruit notes, subtle floral undertones, and a naturally elegant finish.

Finally, the tea is slowly dried to preserve balance and structure without creating harshness.

Unlike heavier breakfast teas, Keemun Maofeng is prized for refinement—smooth, graceful, and quietly luxurious.

Taste Profile

Organic Keemun Maofeng creates a tea experience that feels rich, elegant, and beautifully balanced.

Aroma

Soft cocoa warmth with delicate dark fruit notes and gentle floral undertones.

Flavour

Smooth black tea with subtle notes of dried fruit, light natural sweetness, and mild tannins that create depth without bitterness.

Finish

Clean, refined, and lingering with a soft, elegant aftertaste that stays gently on the palate.

This is a tea that rewards slow drinking—complex enough to notice, smooth enough to return to every day.

Brewing Guide

Recommended Preparation

• Tea: 3g (~1 tbsp)
• Water: 240ml (1 cup)
• Temperature: 100°C / 212°F
• Steep Time: 210 seconds
• Infusions: Multiple steeps possible

Enjoy it plain to fully appreciate its elegant structure and layered flavour.

Re-steep to discover how softer fruit notes and sweetness continue to unfold with each infusion.

Why Tea Lovers Choose Keemun Maofeng

Organic Keemun Maofeng is chosen for its elegance, history, and quiet confidence.

It offers the richness of black tea without heaviness, the complexity of fine tea without sharpness, and the kind of smooth refinement that turns an ordinary cup into a meaningful ritual.

For those who love tea with heritage, craftsmanship, and understated beauty, Keemun Maofeng becomes a tea they return to again and again.

Classic. Refined. Endlessly graceful.

A true expression of traditional Chinese black tea.

Organic Assam Earl Grey

Bold, bright, and beautifully classic.

Organic Assam Earl Grey brings together the rich depth of premium organic Assam black tea with the vibrant citrus elegance of cold-pressed Calabrian bergamot essential oil. Strong, smooth, and naturally aromatic, this blend offers the timeless sophistication of traditional Earl Grey with the full-bodied character that only Assam tea can deliver.

Robust enough for mornings yet refined enough for slow afternoon rituals, this tea feels both energizing and comforting—bold black tea softened by the bright floral lift of bergamot.

Classic in spirit, elevated in craftsmanship.

Origin

This blend begins with premium organic Assam tea, one of the world’s most respected black teas, known for its rich body, malty depth, and naturally smooth strength.

Grown in the lush tea gardens of Assam, India, this tea provides the perfect foundation for Earl Grey—strong enough to carry bright citrus notes while remaining beautifully balanced in the cup.

To create its signature aroma, the tea is blended with cold-pressed Calabrian bergamot essential oil, sourced from one of the world's most celebrated bergamot-growing regions.

The final blend is thoughtfully crafted in Richmond, BC, ensuring freshness, consistency, and the ideal balance between bold Assam richness and bright citrus elegance.

Please note: the bergamot oil used in this tea comes from a different artisan than the one used in our Organic Earl Grey, offering its own distinct aromatic character and flavour profile.

How It Is Made

The Assam tea leaves are carefully harvested and fully oxidized, developing their deep amber colour, full body, and rich malty flavour.

Once dried, the tea is blended with a standard concentration of cold-pressed Calabrian bergamot essential oil, allowing the citrus aroma to naturally infuse into the leaves without overpowering the tea’s bold black tea foundation.

This careful balance creates an Earl Grey that feels bright and lively while maintaining the depth and structure of premium Assam.

Unlike lighter Earl Grey blends, Assam Earl Grey offers more body, stronger flavour, and a satisfying richness that stands beautifully on its own or with milk.

The final blending in Richmond, BC, ensures a smooth, consistent, and beautifully aromatic cup with every batch.

Taste Profile

Organic Assam Earl Grey creates a tea experience that feels bold, citrusy, and beautifully balanced.

Aroma

Bright bergamot citrus layered over rich, malty black tea warmth.

Flavour

Full-bodied Assam black tea with smooth strength, fresh citrus brightness, and soft floral bergamot notes.

Finish

Clean, rich, and lingering with a refreshing citrus lift and satisfying black tea depth.

This is a tea for those who love Earl Grey with more presence—strong, elegant, and deeply comforting.

Brewing Guide

Recommended Preparation

• Tea: 2g / 1 tbsp
• Water: 240ml / 1 cup
• Temperature: 100°C / 212°F
• Steep Time: 180 seconds
• Infusions: Multiple steeps possible

Enjoy it plain for a bright, crisp Earl Grey experience, or with milk for a richer, more traditional Assam-style cup.

Perfect for mornings, afternoon resets, or any moment that calls for bold comfort.

Why Tea Lovers Choose Assam Earl Grey

Organic Assam Earl Grey is chosen for its strength, elegance, and timeless appeal.

It offers the bold richness of Assam with the uplifting brightness of true cold-pressed bergamot—creating a tea that feels both powerful and refined.

For those who love classic Earl Grey but want a fuller-bodied cup with greater depth and character, this is the perfect choice.

Strong. Bright. Sophisticated.

A classic Earl Grey with unmistakable presence.

Organic Chao Qing Pan-Fired Green Tea

Not every great tea is reserved for special occasions.

Some are made to be enjoyed every day.

Organic Chao Qing is a celebration of that tradition—a straightforward, honest green tea that has earned its place in teacups across China for generations. Bold, refreshing, and naturally satisfying, it delivers the kind of dependable flavour that turns a daily habit into a ritual.

The first sip is bright and lively, offering a pleasant touch of astringency that awakens the palate. Moments later, a gentle sweetness emerges, creating a beautifully balanced finish that invites another sip.

It is uncomplicated in the best possible way.

A tea designed not to impress with extravagance, but to earn its place in your daily routine.

Origin & History

The name Chao Qing (炒青) means "pan-fired green tea" and refers to one of the oldest and most widely used methods of producing green tea in China.

For centuries, pan-firing has been used to halt oxidation, preserving the tea's vibrant character while developing the warm, nutty undertones that distinguish Chinese green teas from their steamed counterparts.

This particular batch is organically grown in the rolling hills of Central Hunan Province, where fertile soil, seasonal rainfall, and a favorable climate create ideal conditions for producing balanced, flavourful tea.

It is processed in the famous Chun Mee style, a traditional green tea style admired for its distinctive leaf shape, bright flavour, and refreshing finish.

Across Asia, teas like this are not reserved for ceremony.

They are part of everyday life.

Simple. Reliable. Timeless.

How It Is Made

After harvest, the fresh tea leaves are carefully pan-fired to prevent oxidation and preserve their natural colour and flavour.

This traditional technique gives Chao Qing its signature character—a lively green tea with gentle roasted undertones and a pleasantly structured finish.

The Chun Mee processing style carefully shapes the leaves into their characteristic curved appearance while maintaining freshness and aromatic complexity.

The result is a tea that feels both vibrant and grounding, with enough character to remain interesting cup after cup.

Taste Profile

Aroma

Fresh greens, light-roasted grains, and subtle earthy sweetness.

Flavour

Bright vegetal notes with a pleasant initial astringency followed by a smooth, naturally sweet finish.

Finish

Clean, refreshing, and lingering with soft sweetness and gentle warmth.

A tea that refreshes without overwhelming.

Brewing Guide

Recommended Preparation

• Tea: 4g / 1 tbsp
• Water: 240ml / 1 cup
• Temperature: 75°C / 167°F
• Steep Time: 180 seconds
• Infusions: Multiple steeps recommended

Lower brewing temperatures help preserve sweetness while allowing the tea's fresh, lively character to shine.

Why Tea Lovers Choose Chao Qing

Organic Chao Qing is loved for its authenticity.

It is the kind of tea millions of people enjoy every day—not because it is rare, but because it consistently delivers a satisfying cup.

The balance of freshness, gentle astringency, and lingering sweetness makes it approachable for newcomers while remaining rewarding for experienced tea drinkers.

For those seeking a traditional Chinese green tea that is honest, refreshing, and endlessly drinkable, Chao Qing is a perfect companion.

Bright. Balanced. Everyday.

A classic green tea that never goes out of style.

Some teas brighten the day.
Others make you want to stay a little longer beside the window while the rain falls outside.

Organic Kirishima Hojicha Kukicha is that kind of tea.

Warm, toasty, and deeply comforting, this traditional Japanese roasted twig tea carries the quiet character of the mist-covered mountains of Kirishima in every cup. Crafted not from leaves, but from tender young tea twigs, it offers a softer, gentler expression of roasted green tea—smooth, calming, and beautifully grounding.

Each sip unfolds with notes of roasted barley, warm wood, and subtle brown sugar sweetness, creating a tea that feels less like stimulation and more like stillness.

It is the kind of tea for slow evenings, stormy nights, and moments when comfort matters most.

Origin

This tea is organically grown and handcrafted on the island of Kyushu, Japan, in the volcanic region of Kirishima—an area celebrated for its pristine mountain air, rich soil, and generations of tea craftsmanship.

The tea grows among cedar forests on land nourished by the volcanic soils of Sakurajima, one of Japan’s most active volcanoes. These mineral-rich soils contribute depth, softness, and remarkable balance to the tea.

Unlike traditional green teas made primarily from leaves, Kukicha is crafted using the tender stems and twigs of the tea plant. In this case, those twigs are gently roasted to create Hojicha Kukicha—a tea prized for its warmth, smoothness, and naturally low caffeine content.

Among the many teas of Japan, this remains one of the gentlest and most comforting.

How It Is Made

Kukicha begins with carefully selected young stems and twigs separated during tea production.

Rather than being discarded, these tender pieces are celebrated for their soft sweetness and smooth character.

For Hojicha Kukicha, the twigs are slowly roasted, transforming the tea completely. The roasting process lowers bitterness, softens grassy notes, and creates the warm toasted flavour Hojicha is known for.

As the tea roasts, it develops notes of roasted grain, warm cedar, and subtle caramel-like sweetness.

The result is a tea that feels comforting from the very first sip—smooth, mellow, and remarkably easy to drink.

Because the roasting naturally lowers caffeine content, it can be enjoyed throughout the day without overwhelming the senses.

Taste Profile

Organic Kirishima Hojicha Kukicha creates a tea experience that feels warm, smooth, and deeply calming.

Aroma

Roasted barley, warm cedar, toasted grain, and soft caramel sweetness.

Flavour

Smooth roasted tea with gentle nutty depth, hints of brown sugar, and a mellow, comforting body.

Finish

Clean, warming, and softly lingering with a soothing roasted finish.

This is a tea that feels like quiet weather and warm light.

Brewing Guide

Recommended Preparation

• Tea: 3g / 1 tbsp
• Water: 240ml / 1 cup
• Temperature: 100°C / 212°F
• Steep Time: 220 seconds
• Infusions: Multiple steeps possible

Its low caffeine content makes it ideal for evenings, slow afternoons, or any moment when you want comfort without intensity.

Best enjoyed plain, where its warmth and roasted sweetness can fully unfold.

Why Tea Lovers Choose Hojicha Kukicha

People return to Organic Kirishima Hojicha Kukicha because it offers something many teas forget to give—gentleness.

It does not ask for attention.

It simply creates calm.

The roasted warmth, soft sweetness, and smooth body make it one of the easiest teas to reach for at the end of a long day.

For those who love tea that comforts rather than stimulates, this becomes more than a favourite.

It becomes part of the atmosphere.

Toasty. Peaceful. Restorative.

A tea made for quiet moments.

Organic Meiji Sunset

There are teas that comfort.
And some teas carry history within them.

Organic Meiji Sunset belongs to the second kind.

Delicate yet powerful, this rare Japanese black tea offers a remarkable balance of elegance and intensity—bright dark fruit notes, refined tannins, and a smooth, rounded body that feels both structured and graceful.

It is the kind of tea that changes slowly as you drink it.

At first, there is brightness. Then warmth. Then depth.

Nothing feels excessive. Everything feels intentional.

This is a tea made for quiet luxury—slow breakfasts, thoughtful afternoons, and the soft golden hour before evening arrives.

A tea that feels timeless without trying to imitate the past.

Origin & History

Organic Meiji Sunset comes from Tanegashima, one of the beautiful Ōsumi Islands in southern Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan.

Shaped by volcanic soil, abundant rainfall, and ocean air, Tanegashima creates tea with remarkable clarity, balance, and softness. The island’s natural environment—lush, humid, and alive with birdsong—gives the tea a character that feels both vibrant and deeply calm.

This tea also carries a forgotten piece of Japanese tea history.

During the Meiji and Taishō eras, Japan produced black teas of exceptional quality for export to the Western world. But as global trade shifted and British colonial tea production expanded across India and Sri Lanka, Japanese black tea slowly faded from international attention.

Today, only a small portion of Japanese tea is still crafted in a black tea style.

That rarity is part of what makes this tea special.

Organic Meiji Sunset is made using Kuritawase, a cultivar closely associated with Tanegashima and admired for producing beautifully expressive teas—both green and black.

It is a tea rooted in tradition, yet quietly unlike anything else.

How It Is Made

Unlike most Japanese teas, which are steamed and preserved as green tea, Organic Meiji Sunset is carefully oxidized to create a refined black tea expression.

After harvest, the leaves are gently withered and rolled to encourage oxidation while preserving softness and clarity in the cup.

This careful process develops the tea’s warm amber liquor, smooth body, and signature dark fruit character while maintaining the clean structure and balance for which Japanese teas are known.

The result is a black tea with elegance rather than heaviness—layered, bright, and remarkably polished.

It does not need milk or citrus.

It stands beautifully on its own.

Taste Profile

Organic Meiji Sunset creates a tea experience that feels elegant, layered, and quietly powerful.

Aroma

Soft dark fruit, warm honey, gentle malt, and subtle floral depth.

Flavour

Bright notes of dried fruit balanced by refined tannins, smooth sweetness, and a rounded, elegant body.

Finish

Clean, lingering, and softly structured with a graceful warmth that stays on the palate.

This is a tea that feels composed from beginning to end.

Brewing Guide

Recommended Preparation

• Tea: 3g / 1 tbsp
• Water: 240ml / 1 cup
• Temperature: 100°C / 212°F
• Steep Time: 90 seconds
• Infusions: Multiple steeps possible

Enjoy it plain to appreciate its natural elegance and layered character fully.

While beautifully balanced on its own, it also accepts milk or citrus gracefully for those who prefer a richer cup.

Why Tea Lovers Choose Meiji Sunset

People return to Organic Meiji Sunset because it offers something rare—intensity without heaviness.

It carries the depth of black tea, but with the precision and elegance that define great Japanese craftsmanship.

For those who appreciate teas with history, subtlety, and quiet complexity, this becomes more than a daily cup.

It becomes a ritual of slowing down.

Elegant. Rare. Unforgettable.

A glimpse into the lost art of Japanese black tea.

Organic Breakfast Blend

Some mornings ask for something gentle.
Others ask for something dependable.

Organic Breakfast Blend was made for both.

Warm, comforting, and beautifully balanced, this blend delivers the kind of breakfast tea people return to daily without having to think twice. Rich malt leads the cup, while soft fruit notes quietly unfold in the background, creating a tea that feels full-bodied yet remarkably smooth.

There is strength here—but not harshness.

Just a steady, satisfying cup that feels familiar from the very first sip.

The kind of tea that belongs beside slow breakfasts, rainy mornings, and quiet moments before the day fully begins.

Origin

Organic Breakfast Blend is thoughtfully blended in Surrey, BC, combining carefully selected black teas to create a cup that feels balanced, comforting, and easy to enjoy every day.

Rather than aiming for intensity alone, this blend focuses on smoothness and warmth—bringing together rich malt character with softer fruit undertones that add depth without overpowering the tea.

The result is a breakfast tea that feels classic, approachable, and quietly refined.

A blend designed not just to wake you up, but to settle you in.

How It Is Made

The black teas used in Organic Breakfast Blend are carefully oxidized to develop their deep amber color, rich body, and naturally warming flavor.

Each component of the blend is selected for balance—some bringing strength and maltiness, others contributing softness, brightness, and subtle fruit character.

Once blended in Surrey, BC, the teas come together into a cup that feels layered without becoming complicated.

Unlike sharper breakfast teas that lean heavily into bitterness or tannin, this blend remains smooth and rounded, making it easy to drink plain while still pairing beautifully with milk.

Simple craftsmanship.

Done properly.

Taste Profile

Organic Breakfast Blend creates a tea experience that feels rich, smooth, and deeply comforting.

Aroma

Warm malt, soft baked fruit, and classic black tea richness.

Flavour

Full-bodied black tea with strong malty depth balanced by subtle fruit notes and smooth natural sweetness.

Finish

Clean, warming, and softly lingering with a rounded breakfast tea finish.

This is a tea that feels like familiarity in the best possible way.

Brewing Guide

Recommended Preparation

• Tea: 3g / 1 tbsp
• Water: 240ml / 1 cup
• Temperature: 100°C / 212°F
• Steep Time: 180 seconds
• Infusions: Multiple steeps possible

Enjoy it plain for a smooth, balanced cup or with milk for a richer traditional breakfast tea experience.

Perfect for mornings, workdays, or anytime you need comfort.

Why Tea Lovers Choose Breakfast Blend

People return to Organic Breakfast Blend because it offers something timeless—a tea that always feels right.

The malty richness brings comfort, while the gentle fruit notes keep the cup balanced and inviting.

It is not flashy.

It is reliable.

And the best daily teas usually are.

Warm. Smooth. Comforting.

A breakfast tea made for an everyday ritual.

Organic Sencha Ethereal Garden

Organic Sencha Ethereal Garden is a refreshing and calming blend that brings together the vibrant character of Japanese Sencha, cooling peppermint, and soothing lavender. Smooth, aromatic, and naturally uplifting, this blend is crafted for moments of calm, clarity, and everyday balance.

Whether enjoyed as a gentle morning reset or a peaceful evening wind-down, this tea offers a beautifully balanced cup that feels both refreshing and comforting.

Origin

This blend begins with premium Japanese Sencha, one of Japan’s most beloved green teas, known for its fresh grassy character, smooth body, and naturally vibrant green infusion.

Sencha is carefully paired with cooling peppermint and delicate lavender blossoms, creating a blend that feels both invigorating and relaxing.

The result is a tea that captures freshness, floral softness, and calm in every sip.

How It Is Made

Japanese Sencha is traditionally steamed shortly after harvest to preserve its bright green colour, fresh vegetal flavour, and smooth sweetness. This steaming process helps protect the tea’s natural freshness while creating the signature clean, grassy taste that Sencha is known for.

The Sencha is then blended with peppermint leaves, which add a crisp and cooling lift, and lavender blossoms, which bring soft floral notes and a gentle sense of relaxation.

This thoughtful balance creates a tea that feels refreshing without being overpowering—light, elegant, and naturally soothing.

Unlike heavily flavoured blends, Organic Sencha Ethereal Garden focuses on harmony, allowing each ingredient to complement the others beautifully.

Taste Profile

This blend creates a refreshing tea experience that feels calming, bright, and beautifully balanced.

Aroma

Fresh green tea with cooling mint and soft floral lavender notes.

Flavour

Smooth grassy Sencha, crisp peppermint freshness, and delicate floral sweetness from lavender.

Finish

Clean, cooling, and lightly lingering with a peaceful herbal finish.

Each sip feels refreshing yet grounding, making it perfect for both focus and relaxation.

 Brewing Guide

• Tea: 1 tbsp (3g)
• Water: 240ml / 1 cup
• Temperature: 80°C / 176°F
• Steep Time: 2–3 minutes
• Infusions: Multiple steeps recommended

Enjoy hot for a cozy moment of calm or iced for a crisp, cooling refreshment.

 Why Tea Lovers Choose Sencha Ethereal Garden

Organic Sencha Ethereal Garden is chosen for its ability to balance energy and calm in a single cup.

The vibrant freshness of Sencha awakens the senses, peppermint clears the mind, and lavender adds a soft, floral tranquility that helps slow everything down.

It is the perfect tea for busy mornings, afternoon resets, or quiet evening rituals—a blend designed to refresh the body and calm the mind.

This is more than just green tea—it is a daily moment of clarity, comfort, and peace.

Organic Hojicha Powder

Some flavours feel familiar from the very first sip.

Warm, roasted, and quietly comforting, Organic Hojicha Powder brings together the richness of traditional Japanese tea with the versatility of a modern pantry staple. Finely milled from carefully roasted green tea leaves, it offers a smooth, earthy character balanced by gentle notes of toasted grain, caramel, and subtle sweetness.

Unlike brighter green tea powders, Hojicha Powder embraces warmth. The roasting process transforms the tea into something mellow and inviting, creating a flavour that feels equally at home in a morning latte, an afternoon treat, or your favourite baked recipe.

Whether whisked into a creamy latte or folded into cakes, cookies, and desserts, this tea brings depth, comfort, and unmistakable character to every creation.

Origin

This Organic Hojicha Powder is sourced from Harunocho, Isagawa, Shizuoka, Japan, a region renowned for producing some of the country's finest teas.

Nestled among rolling hills and lush tea fields, Shizuoka has long been considered the heart of Japanese tea cultivation. The region's clean mountain air, abundant rainfall, and rich growing conditions create teas celebrated for their purity, balance, and flavour.

After harvest, the leaves are carefully roasted and stone-milled into a fine powder, preserving the tea's natural sweetness and aromatic complexity while making it remarkably versatile.

The result is a tea that reflects the quiet craftsmanship and attention to detail that define Japanese tea culture.

How It Is Made

Organic Hojicha Powder begins as carefully selected green tea leaves that are gently roasted.

As the leaves roast, grassy notes soften and transform into warm flavours reminiscent of toasted grain, caramel, and roasted nuts. The roasting also naturally lowers the caffeine content, creating a tea that can be enjoyed throughout the day.

Once roasted, the leaves are finely milled into a silky powder that dissolves easily into liquids and blends beautifully into recipes.

This process allows you to enjoy the entire tea leaf while unlocking new culinary possibilities far beyond the teacup.

Taste Profile

Aroma

Warm toasted grain, roasted nuts, and soft caramel sweetness.

Flavour

Smooth and earthy with notes of roasted barley, light cocoa, toasted nuts, and gentle sweetness.

Finish

Clean, mellow, and comforting with a lingering roasted warmth.

A flavour that feels familiar, cozy, and deeply satisfying.

Ways to Enjoy

Organic Hojicha Powder is remarkably versatile and can be enjoyed in many ways:

• Hojicha lattes
• Iced Hojicha drinks
• Smoothies
• Cakes and muffins
• Cookies and pastries
• Ice cream and desserts
• Overnight oats and yogurt bowls

Think of it as you would premium cocoa powder—but with the unique depth and character of roasted Japanese tea.

Preparation Guide

Traditional Hojicha Latte

• 2g Organic Hojicha Powder
• 30ml boiling water
• 90ml steamed oat milk or whole milk

Whisk the powder into the water until smooth, then add steamed milk.

For a refreshing summer version, combine with iced water and cold milk.

Why Tea Lovers Choose Hojicha Powder

People love Organic Hojicha Powder because it offers something increasingly rare—comfort without heaviness.

The roasting creates a naturally smooth flavour profile that feels approachable even for those who do not typically drink green tea.

Its versatility makes it equally at home in the kitchen and the teacup, while its lower caffeine content allows it to become part of your daily ritual morning, noon, or night.

Roasted. Smooth. Comforting.

A different way to experience Japanese tea.