work your way through our tea type 101 articles

Black Tea 101 | History, Processing, and Health Benefits
  • by Cameron Dodd

Black Tea 101 | History, Processing, and Health Benefits

History of Black Tea Black tea was discovered in China in the mid-17th century. For many years, only green and oolong teas were consumed. The story of how black tea came to be is that an army from Jianxi entered...

Read more

Fruit Tea 101: History & Benefits
  • by Cameron Dodd

Fruit Tea 101: History & Benefits

Fruit tea, served hot or cold, is naturally sweet and deliciously refreshing. But what exactly are we drinking when we drink fruit tea? Well, for starters, it may surprise you to hear that fruit tea is not technically ‘tea’. Tea...

Read more

Green Tea 101 | History, Processing, and Health Benefits
  • by Zoë Maiden

Green Tea 101 | History, Processing, and Health Benefits

History of Green Tea Green tea originated in China, tracing back to 2737 BC. The discovery occurred accidentally when the Chinese Emperor Shennong mistakenly drank water with a dead tea leaf boiled inside. He found the flavor refreshing; thus, a...

Read more

Honeybush Tea 101 | History and Processing
  • by Cameron Dodd

Honeybush Tea 101 | History and Processing

History of Honeybush Tea In the world of tea, Honeybush stands out. Not just for the unique, honey-like aroma that emanates from its yellow flowers (where it gets its name), but also for the plant it comes from. Unlike black,...

Read more

Oolong Tea 101 | History, Processing & Health Benefits
  • by Cameron Dodd

Oolong Tea 101 | History, Processing & Health Benefits

Somewhere between black tea and green tea you’ll find the wonder that is oolong tea. Oolong is a tea in the truest, most traditional sense since it comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. But due to its unique processing method, it sits...

Read more

Pu-erh Tea 101 | The History, Uniqueness, and Health Benefits
  • by Cameron Dodd

Pu-erh Tea 101 | The History, Uniqueness, and Health Benefits

Pu-erh, like all true teas, comes from the Camellia sinensis plant — but it’s far from your average black tea. Unlike traditional black teas, which are simply oxidized and dried, Pu-erh undergoes a fascinating process of microbial fermentation — unlocking...

Read more

Rooibos Tea 101 | History, Processing, Flavor, and Health Benefits
  • by Zoë Maiden

Rooibos Tea 101 | History, Processing, Flavor, and Health Benefits

History of Rooibos   Rooibos (pronounced “roy-boss”) is an herb native to South Africa. Despite their effort to harvest beyond their borders, South Africa continues to be the only rooibos producer in the world. The fact it is enjoyed globally but...

Read more

White Tea 101 | History, Processing, and Health Benefits
  • by Zoë Maiden

White Tea 101 | History, Processing, and Health Benefits

History of White Tea White tea originated in China during the Chinese Imperial Dynasties. Tea drinking was a vital part of Chinese culture during this time. Every year, citizens were required to make a yearly tribute to the Emperor, and...

Read more

Herbal & Wellness 101 | History, Definitions, and Myths
  • by Karla Walker

Herbal & Wellness 101 | History, Definitions, and Myths

History The idea behind drinking tea for health benefits isn't new. The earliest record of people drinking herbal teas for medicine dates back to 2737 BC in China. Today, some believe that certain ingredients help with ailments like inflammation, arthritis,...

Read more

keep learning.

True teas–like black, green, and oolong–come from the Camellia sinensis plant, while herbal teas are crafted from a variety of other botanicals.

view articles

The history of tea's journey has taken it from one culture to the next, impacting each one and leaving behind traditions of flavor and comfort.

view articles

Tea is everywhere in society, from the teahouse to the small-farm producer. Read our stories about the culture and resonate with others that enjoy tea like you do.

view articles

From brew guides to recipes, we love making tea and sharing our expertise with the world. Let us share with you our favorite tea preparation techniques

view articles

For centuries tea has been used for medicinal purposes and today it is one of the most accepted tools around the world to improve your every day health.

view articles

Tea processing is a fascinating art. The more you dive into understanding it, the more you want to learn, so let's learn together.

view articles