For consumers concerned about ethics in the tea trade, we discuss what organic and fair trade mean and how those terms and practices are regulated.

The process of scenting jasmine tea is time-consuming and requires expertise. Learn how this special tea is made.

If you like your tea to be sweet, there are options beyond regular sugar to add some sweetness to your tea.

Loved by India and now Westerners alike, chai goes back thousands of years. Discover chai facts and recipes to enhance your enjoyment of this beverage.

Did you know that herbal teas really aren’t tea at all? Learn what herbal tea really is and the variety of teas from Harney & Sons.

Harney offers nearly 150 kosher teas. Learn what it means to be kosher and what it takes to be certified.

When it comes to heating water for your tea, whether you heat yours in a kettle or a microwave makes a difference.

Bubble tea has gained in popularity in recent years. Learn about its origins, how to make it yourself at home, and what makes it special.

CTC teas, which stands for crush, tear, curl or cut, tear, curl, are processed differently than orthodox teas. Learn the difference between CTC and other teas.

Discover different methods for making iced tea so you can always have a fresh brewed pitcher on hand this summer.

Tips for making your own tea blends at home, mixing different types of teas, adding flavors or creating herbal blends.

If your teas are taking over our pantry, get some inspiration on organizing your tea and decluttering your pantry.

Tea flights are a great way to try new teas and discover a new tea favorite. See what you need to make a tea flight at home and taste like a pro.

Tea strainers and infusers make brewing loose-leaf teas easy no matter where you are. Discover their history and usefulness.

Teapots date back to the 13th century, but they’re just as popular today as ever. Discover the history of teapots and share your favorite.

Whether you take milk in your tea or not, discover the history of milky tea and learn about the long-standing debate of whether milk goes in the cup first or tea does. Read about milk teas around t...

Uncertain about the best ways to store tea? Discover the do’s and don’ts of proper tea storage to keep your Harney tea as fresh as the day it was packaged.

Learn the difference between brewing loose leaf tea, tea in sachets and teabags and how they impact your tea-drinking experience.

Harney & Sons Tea is proud to support Fair Trade Certified farmers and products, and here’s why. Learn more about what Fair Trade Certified means.

When it comes to choosing coffee, soda or tea, there are well-documented reasons why drinking tea is better for your health (and your soul!).

Ready to get the most out of your love of tea? Here are five habits tea drinkers can incorporate into your life that will enhance and enrich your tea time.

Learn more about the relationship between tea and caffeine from Emeric Harney, as well as bust a few myths. There is a tea for you whether you're looking for a boost in the morning or to reduce you...

Tea has been consumed for thousands of years and has been grown in almost every corner of the globe. With its extensive history, the tea industry can be rather intimidating to enter. We hope that o...

We all have different reasons we drink tea. While some drink it to wind down, others drink it to perk up. Some may simply enjoy the warm, comforting qualities of this ancient beverage while others ...

Michael Harney is a master tea buyer and blender for more than 25 years, a published author and educator and the Mike behind all the Mike’s Tea Ratings you see on our site. These ratings are based ...

No matter what your new year’s resolution is, getting more organized will help you set your intentions for 2019. But don't run out to the store for storage bins just yet. You can organize your home...

While making tea can be achieved almost anywhere with simple ingredients, there are some niceties – some would say necessities – to brewing a perfect pot, a magnificent mug and a comforting cup. We...

Our goal with creating this tea glossary is to help demystify tea and the words used to describe it. We recommend bookmarking this page so you can refer to it when questions arise or print it off a...

There are two different ways to decaffeinate tea, each with their pros and cons. At Harney and Sons, we use Carbon Dioxide (CO2), also known as the natural method. Read on to learn more about our d...

Yaupon is the only wild-grown North American plant that is naturally caffeinated. Although Native Americans were the first to discover yaupon it was forgotten for many decades. This black tea was ...