The 44 Best Gifts for Tea Lovers

And for those on your list who are serious about iced tea, consider this airtight glass pitcher with a removable stainless-steel filter. It works with loose-leaf and tea bags alike (as well as coarse-ground coffee for cold brew) and keeps the flavor fresh for up to two weeks in the fridge.

Covetable drinking vessels

A true tea-head will no doubt appreciate an artisanal tea cup. We’re big fans of East Fork ceramics. They’re highly collectable, so if your giftee likes what you gave them, they can always go out and buy more. If you’re willing do a little hunting (don’t worry, we did it for you here), Etsy is also a superb place to find fun ceramics.

Top-rated insulated mugs

The best gift for tea lovers who are super serious about taking their brew on the go? A high-quality travel mug. The tea mug from Tea Spot (which comes in a number of color options) is made with a built-in steeper that lets them tightly close the lid while their favorite tea brews, which means no waste and a hotter finished cup of tea. Double-walled insulation keeps water hot for 10 straight hours.

Alternately, those who want thermal regulation without the vacuum sealed to-go look will likely appreciate the Ember mug, which will maintain a precise temperature for over an hour. This is especially nice for slow sipping, and prevents that accelerated cool down as you get to the bottom of the cup.

Matcha tea and supplies

For the matcha curious, a tea set from Palais des Thés will set anyone up for a successful tea party. The box contains a chashaku (a skinny bamboo tea scoop that’s just the right size for a single serving of matcha), a chasen (the delicate whisk used to emulsify the tea and water), and a ceramic chawan (tea bowl, for mixing and drinking). If they already have all that, getting them a matcha brush holder might be the right move. The stand lets the whisk dry out and prevents the tines from getting knocked around or smashed in a drawer.

An then there’s the obvious: Give them a high-quality ceremonial-grade Japanese matcha. Ippodo’s ummon-no-mukashi is rich, full-bodied, and deep emerald in color.

For masala chai lovers

No two masala chais are exactly the same. Dona Chai’s masala chai concentrate is a deeply flavorful, slow-steeped mix of black tea and spices. Just add water or milk (hot or cold), and you instantly have a cup of full-bodied chai or a chai latte—just right for mornings when you’re short on time. Diaspora Co., one of our favorite spice purveyors, also has chai masala mix we love, full of heady Baraka cardamom and Makhir ginger.

Giftable tea collections

It can be tough buying tea for someone who loves it if you are the kind of person who drinks a cup of chamomile once a year. During the holiday season, tea companies release all sorts of gift boxes, giving even the more discerning tea drinker plenty of options to sample. Impress the snobs on your list with the signature yellow box from organic tea atelier Bellocq; they produce consistently outstanding whole leaf blends.

Otherwise, go for an unconventional blend, or a tried-and-tested tea: Tea Pigs’ “Morning Glory” blend won our taste test of the best English Breakfast teas. It’s comprised of black teas from Rwanda, Assam, and Sri Lanka, and it has a has bold, nutty flavor that we likened to toasted grains. It’s also tannic, which means it holds up to a little sugar and milk. A box makes for a nice stocking stuffer.

As for tea drinkers who prefer caffeine-free herbal blends, we recommend the Gift of Wellness box from Luxmi Estates, which includes a selection of mixes like Valerian Dream and Astounding Ashwagandha.

Looking for more perfect gifts for everyone on your list? Find more gift guides below, including gift tips for coffee lovers.

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