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Must haves for American Tea Lovers
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items Whether looking to up your tea game, impress a British date, or get a gift for a connoisseur this list has everything could you imagine, and more for that American Tea lover (or Brit away from home).
Sections
5
The Basics
The Tea
Gadgets
The Add-ins
Things you didn't think of
The Basics
All the things to drink tea.
Infusers work best for loose leaf teas and can come in a variety of designs, I love this one for the whimsical tea drinker!
Baby Nessie - Tea Infuser OTOTO
Tea Strainers can vary - if you are looking for something a little more old-school - this is the set for you! It comes with a set of two and everything you need for a tea party.
Tea Infuser Set of 2 with Scoop & Drip Tray
Clear or Colorful these double-walled mugs are a must-have for the low-tech coffee or tea drinker. They are sturdy and easy-to-clean, and can match any decor.
Clear & Colorful - Tervis
Containers for honey are perfect when they are easily cleaned and beautiful. Check this one out!
HAPPI STUDIO Airtight 13 Oz Honey Pot Set
These dippers are perfect for drizzling the the delectable sweetness into every cup! They are wooden so they will not throw off the delicate flavors of the honey and they are easily cleaned and kept in the kitchen.
4 Pcs Wooden Honey Mixing Stirrer Dipper
Sleek and gorgeous this solves the problem of un-slightly cardboard containers on the table during tea time, and comes with the trusted Oxo name.
OXO Good Grips Glass Creamer
The prettiest ceramic sugar bowls you will find. hands down.
BOSILI Ceramic Sugar Bowl with Lid & Spoon
Sugar Cube tongs for all of those fancy Demerara Sugar Cubes
RUGVOMWM Stainless Steel Mini Serving Tongs
This set comes with a bamboo tray, Sugar holder (for cubes or crystals), tongs and measuring spoons it is the quintessential gift for folks who enjoy their sweet beverages.
Nucookery 14oz Porcelain Sugar Bowl Set
This is the stove-top tea kettle for the connoisseur who wants to choose their signature color! This is the tea kettle that you just keep out all the time because of how stunning it is.
Caraway 2 Quart Whistling Tea Kettle - Perracotta
Perfect for budding influencers who want to always showcase their tea choices this clear kettle is perfect for being able to see how steeped your tea is. Don't forget to get the baking soda cleaning tablets with this though - between the heat, hard w...
HIWARE 1000ml Glass Teapot with Infuser
This is the old standard - Mr. Coffee Kettle. It will last a good long time and comes in a variety of colors.
Mr. Coffee 1.5QT Enamel Tea Kettle - Blue
My recommended double walled/insulated, spill and leak proof travel mug - and it comes in a variety of colors to ensure that everyone has their favorite color!
MiiR Flip Traveler, 12oz, Black, Insulated
This is the perfect kit for someone who wants to try their hand at matcha, its not a huge investment and is easy used, stored and cleaned. A great gift!
Matcha Whisk Set and Bowl, 9 Pack Kit
This is the kit for anyone trying Yerba Mate as a new routine for themselves. A great gift, or a treat-yourself moment, this modern design brings life to a 3000 year old tradition.
Complete Yerba Mate Kit - Stainless Steel Set
The Tea
Here is a list of my favorite teas: Green, Black, Oolong, White, Herbal and Blooming
One of my favorite black teas for folks who are wanting to dip a toe in the water of black teas.
Vanilla Black - - Harney & Sons Fine Teas
The quintessential morning cuppa.
Royal English Breakfast
The gold standard of teas - Assam
Mokalbari Golden Assam
Known for that gorgeous indigo blue color from the butterfly pea flower this tea is sure to impress!
Indigo Punch
A citrus showstopper this orange passion tea is perfect iced or hot, making it a year round staple.
Orange Passion Fruit Tea
This team is a delight. Personally, Rooibos tea is a natural decaf, red tea that can pair with nearly anything - and be served hot or iced.
Thai Rooibos
Green Tea is known for being grassy, but this one brings in citrus notes and spearmint - a gateway green tea.
Emerald Isles
This is what all other green teas are compared to - this is the one that wows. Its roasty, toasty and vegetal - this is a bucket list green tea for the true tea buff.
Meijiawu Lung Ching
A great starter for matcha to bring in additional sweetness to the natural grassiness of the drink. This is a crowd favorite and can easily become an every-day bevvie.
Very Berry Matcha
Milky Oolong is richer, more decadent take on tea that is neither green or black, but something a bit more special. Have this hot, creamy and sweet and it will be your new favorite.
Milky Oolong
It puts in the lime in the coconut…. You know what this is - a tropical delicacy! It smells heavenly of coconut and citrus, and should be brewed hot!
Coconut Lime Oolong
The best way to calm yourself after an overstimulating day.
Chamomile
Known for being silky and smooth, light and full of lemon and honey aroma and flavors this will be your favorite come winter and spring.
Bee's Knees
Earl Grey, Hot. This white tea take on the regular Earl Grey is something special. Its lighter and has just a hint of fruit. Extremely fulfilling, even Captain Picard would agree.
Winter White Earl Grey
Gadgets
The basics for yourself or gifts for Americans who take tea as seriously as the Brits.
Easiest way to make Sun Tea - this kit offers you easy ways to create your own mixtures of tea - in a low tech way.
The CHILL - Mason Jar Infusion Kit - Snarky Tea
A gorgeous electric kettle for those who want to add a statement piece to their kitchen, but stay within budget!
Gooseneck Kettle
This will add a pop of color to any kitchen or coffee bar, but is still clear so you can ensure that it is always clean! This is perfect for the influencer and tea expert alike!
ASCOT Home - Elegant Kitchen Appliances & Electric Kettles
Choosing classic options like stainless steel or black is wonderful, but who doesn't love a little navy blue moment? This company has the best iced tea maker (yes, it makes iced coffee too!
LITIFO Iced Tea and Coffee Maker System
Perfect for hot tea while traveling, in office or in small spaces, the whimsical design and function will please the senses.
ZENS Modern Travel Glass Tea Infuser Teapot
Want to know why my Mother in Law loves me? Is it because she is a saint? Yes, but also, I bought her this mug and I think it really solidified the relationship. This is the mug for folks who are tired of their warm beverages going tepid before they ...
Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug 2, 10 Oz
For the fanciest-dairy free tea drinker around, this devices has democratized the ability to make your own dairy-free milks. From nut to oat and legumes the Almond Cow is so fun to use, and easy to clean.
Almond Cow | The Modern Way to Drink Milk
Yes, this is a meat thermometer, but its the best. Truly - with an app that can tell you exactly what's going on this thermometer is a kitchen staple and is perfect for the best brisket or a perfectly steeped cup of tea.
Meatmeet Pro Smart WiFi Meat Thermometer
Don't remember your steep time? no worries, this timer can do that too :)
Trio Tea Timer
This no frills, color doesn't count as a frill for me ;), frother offers an easy way to make quick lattes and cool foams. It also helps blend in any powders - like matcha!
Maestri House Rechargeable Milk Frother
Might be my favorite gadget in my kitchen. This can make cold foam, warm foam, hot thick foam and just warm up your beverages. I use it daily to blend in my protein powders or to warm up chocolate milk into hot chocolate for the kids. This is my top ...
Instant Pot 4-in-1 Milk Frother, 10oz
The Add-ins
These are the the items that customize your tea to make it exactly what you want!
One lump or two? These sugar cubes are exactly what I would want to see during a tea time.
Harney & Sons Demerara Sugar Cubes | Natural Cane
Fanciest-sugar beet sugar around
Tea Whisker Belgian Amber Crystal Rock Beet
The gift-able sugar crystals!
Harney & Sons Cane Sugar Crystals - Half Pound Bag
For the folks who like it a bit more naturally sweet, these honeys are exactly what you have BEEn looking for.
Harney & Sons
Things you didn't think of
No one thinks about how you will clean the glass mugs, tea pots, tumblers, etc., until they are tea stained. Get ahead of it with these babies! Great for use on non-reactive metal materials (like glass, stainless steel, and plastic) these baking soda...
TeaPot/Kettle/Waterbottle/Mug Cleaning Tablets | Bottle Bright Bulk Pack
Teeth Staining is fairly common for those who drink coffee and tea and can be a tough battle to win! Dr. Jennifer, who happens to be my orthodontist, has created an amazing nationally-recognized fluoride-free toothpaste to fight those stains!
Toothpaste - Dr Jen Natural
A Magnetic Tea organizer for folks who have a routine near the fridge for their tea!
Mona Magnetic Tea Bag Organizer - Set of 6
Tea bag organizer that goes on your counter and doesn't look like you live in a cafe. The bamboo design of this makes it easy to see what you need to reorder without feeling like a manager of your favorite coffee shop.
3 Layer Stackable Bamboo Tea Bag Organizer
For the loose-leaf tea lovers! These jars are beautiful and they come with labels to make you look and feel organized!
Tzerotone 8 Pcs Glass Spice Jars 8.5oz
For those who want to keep their tea safe and dark, this organization system is sleek and would fit in with the most modern of kitchens! It also has labels for you use to keep all of your loose leaf teas organized and fresh!
AllSpice Tea Organizer Rack with 9 Tins