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Sanctuary Candle/Bellocq Tea Atelier -ashmanra

For many tea lovers, tea is so much more than just a beverage. Tea becomes a comfort, a joy, a means of sharing special moments, a way to quiet the noise of life, a way of making friends, a glimpse into another culture. Tea ceremonies from other countries may be studied and practiced. Special tea…

BlackTea

Death’s Morning Cuppa/Call Me Sweetea – stephenia

There is just something so comforting about curling up with a good book and a hot cup of tea, especially when it starts to feel like Fall outside. It is very therapeutic for the soul, at least to me. I love when the worlds of tea and books come together. Call Me Sweetea is a…

BlackTea

Monk’s Meditaton/Piper and Leaf -ashmanra

This was gifted to me by a friend who was curious about the blend but who isn’t really into black tea much anymore. She tried it and passed it on for me to taste. It smells wonderfully fruity and sweet in the pouch! I tried it hot first, and….wow. I actually did a slightly short…

BlackTea

Maple Sugar Shack/Tease Tea -skysamurai

When I first heard the name I thought it would be full of sugar or flavoring but decided to take a peek at the ingredients anyway because I love maple syrup. I don’t guzzle it like a certain Elf we all know and love but I find it tasty and the process of making it…

Oolong

Anxi Dan Gui/Verdant – skysamurai

This is my first time drinking a Dan Gui. But knowing it is an Anxi region oolong I have high hopes. The dry aroma is very fresh. With summer garden scents. . . . though I only got to smell it once since I was outside at a splash pad with my kids. Not ideal…