Verdant Tea

When it's cold outside, we all need our cozy go-tos. This kit is about holding both hands around a beautiful mug and taking in the steam from some of our favorite teas. Whether you are looking for a gift for someone just getting into tea, or searching for the perfect companion to a good book or movie night, this set delivers. Beautifully glazed and fired in a traditional Longquen celadon kiln, the covered mug is meant to keep your tea warm between sips, and to feel good in the hands. The classic blue-green is a gorgeous contrast to brewed tea. We paired this mug with three of the absolute most classic and famous teas we are lucky enough to bring in: fresh, rolled Tieguanyin oolong with all its creamy saffron orchid notes, true Shi Feng Dragonwell (the iconic Chinese green tea!), and Jin Jun Mei - a stunning black tea made entirely of downy buds.

Everything you or your lucky friends need to get started with fine gongfu brewing, including a full portable tea set and three of our favorite scented teas to get brewing! Gongfu tea is so much fun. Instead of one big mug, you get to taste the same tea as it transforms over lots of fast steepings, one little cup at a time. A tea can start off light and sweet, then grow into something big, creamy, rich and commanding, and finally after many infusions, linger with stunning aftertaste. This set is all about rounding up the absolute essentials to experience tea gongfu-style. The Summer Garden Hand-Painted Brew Set includes a glass steeper and porcelain brew basket, plus three cups, all nestled in a travel case. This comes with Yunnan White Jasmine, Orchid-Scented Yellow Tea, and Qimen Osmanthus Black Tea. These scented teas are a great way to experience gongfu, with rich, creamy, tropical flavor notes- and make for great gifts that anyone can fall in love with and enjoy.