Tea for Two (Part 2)
So, you’ve got the latest and greatest “tea equipment”. Now what tea should you make?
We’ve discussed a few teas before. But several people asked for more information on organic teas, so we went searching for some of the best you can buy online. With a wide variety of teas, Niva Organics struck us as one of the best places to buy white, green, oolong, black, or pu-erh tea, and even yerba mate and chai. They also have a Fair Trade Certified section.
Shipping is fast, and tea comes in resealable pouches. The instructions (temperature, time) are listed on the pouch, as well as online, for easy brewing. There are pictures, descriptions, even the location the tea is from. And though organic tea is definitely pricier, there are plenty of teas here in the $3-$8 range per ounce, and there are bulk discounts. All in all, Niva Organics is one of the best tea sites online, and probably tops for organic teas.
High-quality loose leaf tea? You can’t forget Harney & Sons, makers of our absolute favorite tea, Bangkok Blended Green- hints of lemongrass, coconut, a hint of smokiness and a wonderful aroma. It’s a bargain at $19 a pound, and is a bit like a Thai tea, but with a healthier, fuller taste. Harney makes a stunning variety of tea, whether you are looking for something fruity (Cranberry Autumn Blend) or their special, seasonal Holiday Blend.
Shipping is fast, their metal containers are quite stylish, and they also sell plenty of other gifts (cups and pots, filters and strainers). Between the two of these excellent tea merchants, you should find plenty of brews to get you through the winter season.
