Organic Teas, Herbs & Spices

In celebration of Hot Tea Month and to help combat the dark and chilly days of winter, we asked our Tea Sommelier, Alicja, for her top five winter warmers from the Shanti Collection

For centuries tea has been a symbol of inner harmony, especially in the time-honored country of Japan. Indeed, the Ancient Japanese honed the craft and the art of the tea ceremony. The Orient's appreciation for tea is even viewed in its rich, ancient tea legends that were designed to instruct people as to the methods of unlocking their own inner peace, their Zen. The Samurai and the Tea Master is just such a tale that capitalizes on the power of inner tranquility over outward strength. The story is set in Ancient Japan, and the hero is not a Samurai, but a tea master.

It’s typically around February when new year’s resolutions start to wane.

Green tea is the holy-grail of antioxidants but it can be daunting to find the right one to suit your taste.

A review by Shanti Tea of our new small lot of Mao Feng reserve tea. Available while quantities remain!

There’s been a lot of talk about green tea in the last decade. Have the Japanese had it right all along? Is it really as powerful as some say? Can it help you lose weight or is that an Oprah-fronted myth? DOES IT CURE CANCER?!

Have you been struggling to get enough sleep? If so, you’ll find yourself in good company.

Mango and matcha popsicles, healthy and delicious!