Dragon Rose Green Tea. Flavored green tea with bright red dragonfruit, rosebuds and blue mallow.  Flavorful, aromatic, sweet and healthy due to all the antioxidants. Use l rounded tsp per 6 oz cup; Heat fresh, cold water to 175-180 degrees F.—never boiling. If water boils, wait 3 minutes, then pour over tea in tea basket and steep for 2-3 minutes. Enjoy multiple infusions. $7.00 / 3 oz.

Longjing or Dragon Well is China's best known green tea. Entirely hand made, it is grown near Hangzhou, the ancient capital of the Song Dynasty. It is praised for its jade color, vegetative aroma, mellow chestnutty flavor, and its characteristic flat leaf that is made by very skillful hands pressing the leaves against the sides of the wok as they are drying. Use heaping tsp per 6 oz cup. Heat fresh cold water to 160 degrees F (until slow steam rises); Pour heated water over tea in tea basket. Let steep 2 to 3 minutes. Enjoy multiple infusions. $10 / 3 oz organic

Green Tranquility Maofeng has a sweet flavor with chestnutty notes. The deep green leaves give a strong infusion that is very refreshing. Use 1 heaping tsp. per 6 oz cup. Begin with fresh cold water heated to 170 -- 180 degrees F. Pour over tea in tea basket and steep for 2-3 minutes. $8.00 / 3 oz bag

Genmaicha—popular Japanese Green Tea, low in caffeine, with a nutty, savory aroma and flavor. This unique tea is created by adding roasted rice kernels to green tea. It has a bright golden liquor. Enjoy multiple infusions. $7.00 / 3 oz bag.

Organic Green Tea Mint is a soothing and refreshing blend of green tea and aromatic organic peppermint. Smooth and mellow with notes of chocolate, roasted barley and mint, this tea is delicious hot or cold. Use 1 tablespoon per 8 oz cup. Heat fresh, cold water to 195 degrees F. Pour over tea in tea basket. Steep 4 minutes. $11 / 3. oz bag

Jasmine Green Tea. Fragrant and refreshing, this scented green tea goes well with flavorful meals as well as being sipped on its own. In the traditional production method, layers of blossom are spread between layers of tea in wooden chests or baskets to let the delicate flower scent penetrate the leaves. Use 1 tsp. per 6 oz. cup; heat fresh, cold water until it is steaming briskly, about 180-190 degrees F. Let steep for 2 minutes. $7.00 / 3 oz

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Yin Zhen or Silver Needle White tea. One of the rarest of teas, Yin Zhen is made of silvery down covered buds that are only harvested two weeks out of the year, in northern Fujian province, China. These white tea bushes, a specific and rare cultivar, were domesticated from wild tea trees discovered more than 1000 years ago. Steamed and dried—no rolling or firing occurs—the finished tea looks exactly like its name—silver needles. It looks much larger than it weighs so one must be careful to use enough leaf in preparing the infusion. This tea is prized for its medicinal qualities and enjoyed for its unique savory aroma and sweet lingering finish. Use 1 tbsp per 6 oz. cup. Heat fresh, cold water until steaming briskly, about 180 degrees F. Pour over tea in tea basket and steep for 4 minutes. $14.00 / 2 oz bag.

Snow Buds Organic White Tea High in healthy polyphenols & the much touted EGCG, (shown to neutralize free radicals thought to cause aging and chronic disease), this fresh, light tea can be drunk all day long. Use 1 tablespoon per8 oz cup; heat fresh spring water to 185 degrees F., or just steaming, not boiling; pour over leaves and steep 5-6 minutes. $14. / 3 oz

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Oolong tea is believed to have originated in the Wuyi Mountains along the western border of Fujian province in China. These mountains are noted for their grotesque cliffs and 36 peaks, all of which are said to be covered with tea bushes. The name oolong means 'black dragon', derived from 'wulong'. Oolong tea is partially oxidized, so it falls between green tea, which is not oxidized, and black tea, which is fully oxidized. Oolong teas have a complex flavor and aroma more delicate than black tea and more powerful than green. The flavor profile depends on the variety of tea plant, the area where it is grown and the goals and skills of the tea maker. A key aspect of oolongs is that one serving can, and should, be steeped several times. It is over the course of many infusions that the rich aromas and flavors of oolong tea are revealed. When immersed in water, the oolong leaves become a mixture of dark reddish brown and green, the result of their partial oxidation.

Osmanthus Gui Hua oolong is made form the famous tieguanyin cultivar of Fujian province. It is scented with the osmanthus blossoms. This high quality oolong has a sweet and slightly buttery or creamy flavor. Use 1 rounded teaspoon to 6 oz cup; heat fresh, cold spring water to about 195 degrees F, just under boiling, and steep 1 to 2 minutes. Enjoy multiple infusions.  $20. / 2 oz

Tie Guan Yin floral oolong tea. This is a variety of tea plant from which extraordinary oolong teas are made. It takes its name from a legend concerning the Buddhist bodhisattva of compassion, Guan Yin, who is likened to the Virgin Mary. The tea is delicate, intensely aromatic, fruity and has a depth of flavor. It comes from Anxi county in southern Fujian province, China. Use 1 heaping tsp per 6 oz cup; heat fresh, cold spring water to near boiling-about 195 degrees F. Steep 11/2 -2 minutes. Enjoy multiple infusions. $9 / 3.5 oz bag

Ti Kwan Yin Milk Oolong—delicious, buttery oolong flavor. Fujian,China. Use 1 heaping tsp per 6 oz cup; heat fresh, cold spring water to nearly boiling?about 195 degrees F. Steep 1-1/2-2 minutes Enjoy multiple infusions. $14 / 2 oz bag

Ginseng Oolong… This lovely combination of lightly oxidized green oolong and invigorating ginseng creates a unique Chinese oolong that is well balanced and very refreshing. Origin: Hunan province, China. Brewing guidelines: Begin with fresh cold water; bring to a pre-boil (190 degrees--when the water produces a continual even steam). Use 1 rounded teaspoon per 8 oz cup; pour hot water over the leaves and steep for 4-6 minutes. Remove leaves and enjoy. Use the same leaves for a second cup of tea. This oolong can also be prepared using traditional Chinese methods in a Yixing teapot. $7.50 / 3 oz bag

Phoenix Bird Oolong…Made from tea leaves handpicked from 500 year old trees in the Phoenix Mountains of Guangdong province, China. No use of chemicals or pesticides here. The leaves are traditionally processed using a wood charcoal fire resulting in long, dark brown, twisty leaves that give a toasty, honey taste. Highly oxidized oolong. Use ample leaf, about 1 tablespoon per cup. Brew 2-3 minutes at 180-185. Enjoy multiple infusions. $16.50 / 2 oz bag

Da Hong Pao/Big Red Robe Oolong One of the more famous ‘rock teas’ from the Wuyi Mountains in Fujian, China. Currently touted as a ‘slimming tea’, this rich, robust, flavorful oxidized oolong is made in the traditional way by roasting the leaves over charcoal fires. The dark brown, long, twisted leaves are sometimes said to resemble the shape of the mythical black dragon, or wulong, the earlier name for oolong tea. Use l rounded tsp per 6 oz cup; bring fresh cold water to 185 (when water is steaming not boiling); pour over leaves and steep 2-3 minutes. Enjoy multiple infusions. $10. / 2 oz bag

Green Dragon Oolong…this traditional green oolong, from Taiwan, is a rolled leaf style with some stems left in for flavor. It is often said, that when the rolled leaf unfurls upon steeping, the leaf resembles a dragon…and who wouldn’t want a dragon in their cup, with all its power and auspicious attributes. This tea is light and floral with a crisp finish. Use 1 tsp pr 6-8 oz cup; heat fresh water to just under a boil when the water produces a continual even steam, about 190; pour over tea leaves and steep 3-6 minutes. Enjoy a second infusion. You can also use more leaf and a shorter steeping time. $14. / 3 oz bag

Huang Jin Gui Oolong..this superior tea is a green oolong with soft floral notes and a complexity that delights the senses. This is a rolled leaf style made in the traditional orthodox way. Oolongs require more skill & artistry to make than green or black tea, and oolong tea is the choice tea for gong fu style brewing and drinking. Use 1 tsp per 6 oz cup; Bring water to a pre-boil, about 180 degrees F. and pour over tea leaves; steep 2.5 to 4 minutes. Enjoy a second infusion. $17. / 3 oz bag

Oriental Beauty…A spectacular Taiwanese dark oolong with a brisk body and sumptuous plum notes. not readily available and subject to the whims of nature. Brewing guidelines: Begin with fresh, cold water, heated to 190 degrees-when the steam rises continually in an even stream. Use 1 rounded teaspoon per 8 oz cup; pour water over leaves; steep 4-6 minutes; remove leaves and enjoy. Can steep same leaves for a second cup. This oolong can also be prepared using traditional Chinese methods, using a little more leaf with shorter steeping times in a Yixing teapot or gaiwan. $16. / 2 oz bag

White Peony Oolong…exquisite taste and aroma, this delicate oolong infuses to a pale color. From a small tea garden in southern China, this oolong was produced using traditional processing methods and grown without use of pesticides or chemicals. The complexity and range of taste continues to emerge with multiple infusions. Use fresh water heated to about 180 and steep 2-3 minutes. $13. / 2 oz bag

Zhongshan Baiye Oolong…China tea with an amazing history. Grown in the famous Phoenix Mountains of Guangdong province, this Oolong has been entirely handmade for over 700 years – since the Ming Dynasty. It is grown on ancient, un-pruned tea trees, and can be harvested only with the use of ladders. Thus, there is no fear of pesticides. Smelling a handful of the long, dark leaves reveals a broad pallet of fragrances, ranging from woody to toasty, to a most unusual, sweet fruitiness. The golden yellow infusion has a complex yet delicate, toasty-fruity flavor and the leaves can be infused several times. Use 1 tablespoon per 6 oz cup; heat fresh water until it is steaming briskly (not boiling); let steep for 2 – 2.5 minutes. Enjoy. $12.50 / 2 oz bag

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China Red. This deliciously robust yet sweet black tea is a blend of tea leaves grown without the use of pesticides or chemicals from a boutique tea garden in Fujian province, China. Of the highest quality, this black tea will not disappoint. Try it iced. Use 1 heaping tsp per 6-8 oz cup. Heat fresh spring water to a roiling boil and pour over tea. Steep approximately 4 minutes. $11.00 / 3 oz.

Keemun Hao Ya A—a premier Chinese black tea considered by many to be one of the two or three best black teas in the world. From Qimen in Anhui province, Keemun is a cultivar or subvariety of tea plant unto itself, and this is what accounts for its flavor and sweetness. It is the only tea leaf in which an essential oil called myrcenal is found. Keemun Hao Ya A, a top quality of Keemun available, is rare and still made in the traditional orthodox way. Use 1 rounded tsp per 6 oz cup. Heat fresh, cold water to a boil. Pour over tea in tea basket and steep for 4-5 minutes. $13 / 3 oz bag

Golden Yunnan organic black tea has a sweet, nutty flavor and an assertive, rich character. China's Yunnan province is just across the hills from Assam, India. Yunnan is the region where the tea species is thought to have originated as 260 of 320 varieties grow here and tea has been produced here for at least 1700 years. However, black tea production only began here in 1939. This Yunnan tea is very tippy from many golden buds which give it a khaki color. It is made from the Dayeh (broad-leafed) cultivar. It ranks with the grandest of the world's black teas and is a morning time pleasure rarely equaled and is often craved throughout the day. Use 1 rounded tsp per 6 oz cup. Heat fresh, cold water to a boil and pour over tea in tea basket. Steep 4-5 minutes. $12.00 / 3 oz bag

Organic Golden Assam, full leaf black tea, Rembeng Estate, STGFOP. One of the few Assam organic teas available with all the wonderful full body and malty characteristics of an Assam tea. It infuses to a rich russet color and combines well with milk. Assam, India, is the single largest tea-growing region on earth, a rainy tropical plain adjacent to Bangladesh and Burma bordering the Brahmaputra River. Use 1 rounded tsp per 6 oz cup. Heat fresh, cold water to a boil and pour over the tea in tea basket. Steep 4-5 minutes. $6 / 3 oz bag

Ceylon Black Tea from the New Vithanakanda tea gardens. This Extra Special Fancy quality of New Vithanakanda is produced in limited quantities. Grown in the southern tea growing region of Ruhuna in Sri Lanka, where an exclusive condition in the soil gives blackness to the leaves and strength and character to the cup, this special tea infuses to a warm russet color with rich honey fragrance and biscuity, fruity and honey-chocolate notes. Medium bodied,it is a wonderful afternoon tea. Use 1 rounded tsp per 6 oz cup. Heat fresh, cold water to a boil and pour over the tea in tea basket. Steep 4+ minutes. $11.00 / 3 oz bag

Lapsang Souchong is black tea scented with smoke. The tea leaves are cured in rooms filled with pinewood smoke, and as James Norwood Pratt wrote "It is black as homemade sin with a character you either like or detest. The liquor is a rich, red syrup and the aroma one you could not miss in a high wind. The great lover of Lapsang Souchong, Sir Winston Churchill, always added Scotch to his." Devotees will like this distinctive tea. Use 1 rounded tsp. per 6 oz. cup; heat fresh, cold water to a boil ,pour over tea in tea basket and steep 4 minutes. $ 6/ 3.5 oz bag

Earl Grey black tea is tea to which the oil of Bergamot has been added. Bergamot is unknown in China; it is a citrusy fruit grown in the Mediterranean, whose oil from the rind has long been used as a scent. Earl Grey tea is to the West what Jasmine tea is to China. Delicious at any time of day. Use 1 rounded tsp per 6 oz cup; heat fresh, cold water to a boil, pour over tea in tea basket; steep 4+ minutes. $ 6 / 3.5 oz bag

Peach Bliss Black Tea…aromatic and invigorating like a garden breeze. The peach is a Chinese symbol for longevity & immortality. Combining tea with fruit bits is an age old Chinese tradition, which was at the height of its popularity during Ming times. This tea combines peach flavoring with premium black tea, bits of ginger & peach, to create a delightful brew to be shared with friends. Use 1 rounded teaspoon per 6 oz cup; begin with fresh, cold water brought to a boil; pour over tea leaves and steep 3-5 minutes. $5.50 / 3.5 oz bag

Keemun Mao Feng Special –one of China’s prized black teas. Wiry & curly leaf style with wonderful taste… From Qimen in Anhui province, Keemun is a cultivar or variety of tea plant unto itself, and this is what accounts for its flavor and sweetness. It is the only tea leaf in which an essential oil called myrcenal is found. Keemun Mao Feng, a top grade of Keemun, is still made in the traditional orthodox way. Use 1 rounded tsp per 6 oz cup; Heat fresh, cold water to a boil; Pour over tea in tea basket and steep for 4 minutes. $16. / 3 oz bag

Dianhong Qu Hao organic black tea from Yunnan province, China. Beautifully curled leaves with some golden tips produce a naturally sweet, slightly nutty, complex flavor. A singular enjoyment –a delicious every day black tea. Use l rounded tsp per 6 oz cup; Heat fresh, cold water to a roaring boil; pour over tea in tea basket and steep 3-4 minutes. $8. / 3 oz bag

Lychee Red …premium black tea infused with the sweet essence of red lychee fruit. A subtle, naturally sweet tea. This classic Chinese congou tea can be served strong or mild, hot or iced, and is always delicious. Use 1.5 teaspoon per 6-8 oz cup; bring fresh cold water to a boil, pour over leaves and steep 4 minutes. $8. / 3.5 oz bag

Black Currant Tea… When you want something just a little different, enjoy this ever popular, light, aromatic boost to your day. Also delicious iced. Remember that black tea has ½ the caffeine as the same size cup of coffee and is a heart healthy part of any diet. Use 1 rounded tsp per 6-8 oz tea; heat fresh water to a boil and pour over tea leaves. Steep 4 minutes. $8. / 3.5 oz bag

Margaret’s Hope Vintage Darjeeling black tea, FTGFOP. This single estate premium full leaf tea is a wonderful second flush Darjeeling with an excellent taste and exquisite fruity flavor and nutty notes. Known as the ‘champagne of teas’, Darjeeling teas grow at high altitudes among fresh, clean air and heavy mists. There are three cropping periods each year termed first flush, second flush and autumnal flush. The second flush teas, such as this one, have a more robust body with muscatel character and powerful aromas. Nestled into the foothills of the Himalayas, the Darjeeling district has over 90 garden estates, and each kilogram of Darjeeling consists of over 20,000 individual shoots…illustrating the labor intensive aspect of this tea. Use 1 teaspoon of tea per 6 oz cup; Heat fresh, cold water to a boil and pour over tea leaves; steep 3 minutes, then remove leaves. Do not over steep. $10. / 2 oz bag

Namring Upper Estate 2nd flush Darjeeling. A very aromatic tea from this award winning estate. The liquor has a rich golden color and a complex, nutty flavor. FTGFOP Darjeeling teas are known as the ‘champagne of teas’. Nestled into the foothills of the Himalayas, the tea bushes grow at high altitudes among fresh, clean air and heavy mists. It takes over 20,000 shoots to make one kilogram of Darjeeling tea. That is a lot of plucking, hard work. Use 1 heaping tsp per 6 oz cup; heat fresh, cold water to a boil; pour over tea leaves; steep 3 minutes; remove leaves and enjoy. Try with rock sugar. $6.50 / 2 oz bag

Wonder Tea, Gopaldhara Estate, Darjeeling district, India. Superb, with a sweet, smooth taste. This second flush tea is limited in quantity, as the weather and conditions necessary to make this tea occur just once every year. It is the equivalent of estate-bottled vintage wine. The Darjeeling district is nestled into the foothills of the Himalayas. The high altitudes, fresh air and heavy mists contribute to the special character and aromas for which this tea region is famous. The three cropping periods each year are termed first flush, second flush, and autumnal flush. The second flush teas have a more robust body with muscatel character and powerful aromas. Use 2 heaping teaspoons per 6 oz cup; heat fresh water to a boil; pour over tea leaves and steep 2-3 minutes. Remove tea leaves and enjoy. Do not oversteep. $8. / 1 oz bag

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Pu-erh Tea, a Yunnan-based large leaf variety of Camilla Sinensis, has been praised in China since the Tang dynasty for its medicinal properties. Current studies seem to underline its effectiveness in lowering cholesterol and reducing weight. All Pu-erh teas have in commona certain 'elemental', earthy flavor.

Organic Pu-erh Ginger tea with orange peel. The zesty notes of orange and ginger complement the earthy flavors of pu-erh. The Chinese believe it promotes digestion and purges toxins from a meat heavy diet. Use 1 tbsp per 8 oz cup. Heat fresh, cold water to a boil and pour over tea. Steep 5-6 minutes. $12 / 3 oz bag

Golden Pu-erh --Competition Quality Loose-Leaf Tea –. Pu-erh is a unique type of tea that is actually fermented. Made from the Yunnan-based large leaf variety of Camillia Sinensis, Pu erh tea has been praised in China since the Tang dynasty for its medicinal properties. Current studies seem to underline its effectiveness in lowering cholesterol and reducing weight. The Chinese also believe it promotes digestion and purges toxins from the body. All pu-erh tea is characterized by an elemental earthy flavor. This one is smooth, sweet and rich. Brewing guidelines: Use 1 teaspoon per 6-8 oz cup. Heat fresh, cold water to a boil and pour over the tea leaves. Steep 3-5 minutes. Remove tea leaves. Enjoy multiple infusions. $14. / 3 oz bag

Organic Pu-erh Tea… earthy, rich tasting, slimming tea from Yunnan province in southwestern China. This unusual tea’s distinctive flavor and aroma comes from the controlled aging of specially fermented tea leaves. Drinking this tea, especially after a heavy meal, is believed to lower cholesterol, aid with the digestion and metabolism of fats, and have the same beneficial antioxidants as green tea. Chinese women drink pu-erh to stimulate weight loss. Brewing guidelines: use 1 tsp per 6 oz cup; heat water to a boil, pour over tea leaves; steep 3-5 minutes; remove tea leaves and save for another infusion if so desired; enjoy. $8. / 4 oz bag

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These are not actually ‘teas’ as they do not come from the camellia sinensis plant. However, they are delicious tisanes or infusions that are naturally caffeine free.

Red Berries… flavored fruit mélange with raspberry-cherry taste. Contains blueberries, black currants, elderberries, bilberries, citrus peel, grapes and hibiscus blossoms. Wonderful hot, chilled or frozen as a sorbet. Use 1 heaping tsp per 6 oz cup. Heat fresh, cold water to a boil, pour over mélange and steep for 7-10 minutes. Delicious hot or cold, and as a sorbet. $7.00 / 4 oz.

Organic Licorice Root from Egypt has a deep, enduring sweetness. Consumed as a natural medicine in Arabia, Africa, India, Asia and Europe, licorice root is known as the "great mediator" in Chinese herbal medicine because it is used to balance the complex properties of potent herbal formulas so they can be absorbed easily by the body. Tastes good on its own or with honey, lemon and fresh ginger. Use 1 tbsp per 8 oz boiling water. Steep 4-5 minutes. $6 / 3 oz bag

Organic Ginger from Jiangxi, China. Flavorful and zesty, may be infused with honey and lemon. Use 1 tablespoon per 8 oz boiling water. Steep for 4-5 minutes. $6 / 3 oz bag

Organic Jamaica Red Bush This naturally caffeine free blend combines organic Jamaica flowers (hibiscus sabdariffa) with organic Rooibos and organic Honey Bush to create a robust, fruity and deep red infusion, which is great tasting hot or iced. Jamaica flowers are known to have a high content of vitamin C and other healthful properties; Red Bush & Honey Bush, native to South Africa, are prized for their great flavor and health beneficial anti-oxidants, minerals and vitamins. Recent research also shows that Rooibos (Red Bush) contains the highest known levels of anti-aging properties of any plant on earth. This delicious blend also contains organic lemongrass, organic schizandra berries, organic rosehips, organic licorice root, organic orange peel, natural passion fruit flavor, natural sweet orange flavor, natural mango flavor and natural essential oils of tangerine and clove. Use 1 tablespoon per 8 oz water; Pour fresh boiling water over tea in tea basket and steep 4-5 minutes. $11.00 / 3 oz bag

Organic Hibiscus Naturally caffeine free, organic hibiscus is wonderfully tart and fruity with notes of citrus and pomegranate. Hibiscus has a deep scarlet infusion and is delicious hot or iced. Hibiscus is hand picked from the Hibiscus Sabdariffa varietal when the flowers of this shrubby plant become plump and juicy red and are then sun dried. Cultivated in Southeastern Asia, Mexico, the Caribbean, China and many African nations, it is also the base of the Mexican soft drink 'Jamaica' and is the key ingredient of a holiday version known as 'Sorrel', which is consumed across the Caribbean with a splash of rum and a hint of nutmeg. Hibiscus is known to have a high vitamin C content and other beneficial health properties. Try adding a bit of honey or sugar to your hibiscus infusion to balance the tartness and bring out the fruity sweet potential. Use 1 tablespoon per 8 oz boiling water; infuse 3-5 minutes depending on desired strength. $9 / 3 oz bag