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If you love herbal tea/tisanes...

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I drink non-caffeinated tea literally all day. They're hydrating and flavorful and make me feel cozy. These are my favorite teas and my favorite ways to brew them!
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This kettle is one of the best things I own! You can set the temp according to the kind of tea you're brewing.
Cuisinart 1.7L Stainless Steel Electric Kettle
 
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I have this in hot pink! I stick a teabag in it and take it on long road trips. The tea stays hot FOREVER. Like more than eight hours!
Bodum Chambord Thermo Jug, 34 oz, Black
 
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I have this in blue! It's great for travel if I'll be somewhere without a kettle. I always take it when I'm going to be in the hospital.
Brentwood Dual Voltage 3.3 Cup Collapsible Travel Kettle in Black
 
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I've bought a few loose leaf teapots, but this is my favorite! I use a tbsp of loose leaf in 27oz of water. Loose leaf needs room to really steep and develop, so this is perfect. Dishwasher safe!
Ceylon One-Touch Glass Tea Maker

My Staple Tisanes

I ALWAYS have these blends at home

 
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The caramel almondy flavor of this is so unique and cozy!
Husband and Wife Rooibos
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This has chamomile, peppermint, and rooibos. It's refreshing and a great daily tea!
Foxtrot Rooibos
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While I prefer loose leaf tea, I love having a few teabag options around the house as well! This mint is really tasty.
TAZO TB Organic Refresh Mint - 16ct
 
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The lemon echinacea in this is key! It's so good.
Traditional Medicinals Organic Throat Coat Lemon Echinacea Herbal Tea - 16ct
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Other Teas I love!

 
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Sooo gingery! Great for nausea especially.
Ginger Punch
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The rose in this is a delight!
Feel Better
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great for allergies!
High Garden | SEASON
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This blend is so warming and cozy
High Garden | NEST
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The lemongrass, lemon, and rose in this is very unique! This is a tea for when I'm feeling fancy.
Detox
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My Favorite Tea Shops

 
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Their physical location was an East Nashville staple, but it was sadly destroyed in a tornado. Now they're online only! Also an amazing IG follow if you're into foraging, herbalism, or folk remedies
High Garden Tea
 
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The shop in my neighborhood where I get most of my loose leaf!
International Tea & Coffee Company | Nashville, TN
 
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An amazing shop in Seattle! I couldn't believe how knowledgeable and passionate the staff was.
Miro Tea | Premium Teas & Herbals from Around the World | Tea Ware

Tea Shops I DON'T Recommend

 
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This place pre-sweetens a lot of their blends with sugar or stevia! Tea shouldn't be this sweet.
DAVIDsTEA - Buy Loose Leaf Teas Online
 
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Their in-person shops are a really nice experience with tastings, but their blends list ingredients like “flavors.” I think teas should be more natural.
Palais des Thés: Premium Teas, Teaware, and Gifts - Shop Online
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Overpriced! I usually add more hot water to my loose leaf 2-3 times throughout the day, but this tea didn't make it past the first brew. It's also very expensive for the quality.
Piper & Leaf Tea Co.