{"title":"Maria's Favorites","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExplore our curated collection of our founder and CEO, Maria Uspenski's, personal tea favorites for daily wellness. Curious to know more? Dive into the details with Maria's insights on some of her other favorite teas in our \u003ca title=\"Maria's top tea picks\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theteaspot.mom\/blogs\/steep-it-loose\/discover-marias-favorites-teas-that-elevate-everyday-moments\"\u003elatest blog post\u003c\/a\u003e. Elevate your every day with these exceptional tea blends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"organic-pu-erh-tea","title":"Pu'erh, Organic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWonderfully deep, rich, and earthy. Our organic black pu'erh leaves infuse strong for 3-4 infusions. Recently entering the international market with a most unique style and flavor, pu-erh tea is now revered by tea lovers from around the world. 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These vintage sheng Pu’er (AKA pu'erh!) cakes are made from the most ancient tree in the forest where Wild Harvest Green Pu’er grows, in a special region of Yunnan. We were so smitten by this tree that we’ve “adopted” it, and all of the new leaves it produces in a year are harvested and made into these exclusive, single-tree cakes bearing our name. Blending the leaves from the autumn and spring seasons produces a perfectly well-balanced and mouthwatering tea using the most authentic and natural sun-dried fermenting method. The age of the tree brings a depth of character that reveals layers of minerality alongside smooth floral notes of honeysuckle with hints of orchid. These cakes are of stunning visual beauty. 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From traditional teas that shaped history and rare treasures savored by devoted connoisseurs to budget-friendly favorites you can pick up at your local grocery store, this thoughtfully curated collection brings you a treasure trove of trusted recommendations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach tea profile highlights what makes it remarkable, with clear steeping instructions, expert buying tips, and detailed tasting notes from authoritative voices in the tea world. Plus, with 12 creative recipes for tea-infused mocktails, cocktails, lattes, and more, this guide equips you to embark on your own sensory adventure through the vibrant world of tea. So grab your favorite mug and settle in―you may just discover your next favorite brew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaria has also created the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"origin reserve sampler\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theteaspot.mom\/products\/origin-reserve-sampler\"\u003eOrigin Reserve Sampler\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e to accompany this book! 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This medium-bodied tea brings together Colombia’s long history of both tea and cacao, creating a cup that feels familiar yet unexpected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cacao adds depth and warmth without turning the tea sweet or dessert-like, letting the character of the black tea stay front and center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-pm-slice=\"2 2 []\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOrganic Colombian black tea with organic cacao nibs and cacao husks\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBitaco Tea Garden, Colombia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eCultivar: Camellia sinensis var. sinensis x Camellia sinensis var. assamica creole cultivars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eHarvest: May 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSample ~ 5 servings\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 LB ~ 220 servings\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaffeine: High\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging displayed is only for 60 g size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eorganic black tea,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eorganic cacao\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none white-space-prewrap\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ehusk + nibs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Quick overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBitaco Cacao Kisses has received recognition, including a top prize at a major competition, highlighting its exceptional quality and prestige. The expert growers at the Bitaco Tea Garden carefully produce this tea and cacao blend, ensuring high standards from cultivation to manufacturing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a soft cocoa aroma, gentle sugarcane sweetness, and a balanced structure with light astringency that keeps the cup crisp and drinkable. Grown at high altitudes, Bitaco tea benefits from cooler temperatures and abundant rainfall, creating the perfect environment for producing this remarkable tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBitaco origin and Colombian black tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bitaco Tea Garden is located in Colombia’s Valle del Cauca region, an area known for its fertile volcanic soil and steady mountain climate. Colombian black tea from this region is a specialty, high-elevation product recognized as a 'New Origin' tea, celebrated for its unique flavor profile with notes of cacao husk and nibs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigher elevation growing conditions slow leaf growth, which helps develop deeper flavor and structure in the finished tea. The garden focuses on careful cultivation and small harvests, allowing the natural character of Colombian black tea to shine through without heavy processing or masking flavors, and highlighting the aromatic qualities of the unique cacao varietal from the Tumaco region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-pm-slice=\"2 2 []\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry leaf aroma opens with warm cacao and subtle cocoa husk sweetness. Once brewed, the cup shows a smooth black tea base with hints of sugarcane and malt. The cacao nibs bring a bittersweet depth rather than overt chocolate flavor. The finish is clean with a pleasant, grounding astringency, and the mouthfeel is rounded and medium-bodied without feeling heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea is best enjoyed hot, with a splash of milk or as a dessert tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComparison to other black teas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to standard black teas, Bitaco Cacao Kisses offers a softer, more aromatic chocolate note rather than bold cocoa intensity. The aroma is richer than plain colombian black tea, while the caffeine level remains similar to other orthodox black teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you enjoy this style, you may also like other gently flavored black teas where the base tea still leads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Tea Spot","offers":[{"title":"Loose leaf sample","offer_id":43226459406372,"sku":"9-1965","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60 g Loose","offer_id":43226459439140,"sku":"9-1968","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 LB Loose","offer_id":43226459471908,"sku":"9-1969","price":86.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4424\/6052\/files\/bitacoproduct.jpg?v=1770148869"},{"product_id":"mi-lan-xiang-organic-oolong-tea","title":"Mi Lan Xiang Oolong, Organic","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first thing you'll notice about Mi Lan Xiang is the fragrance. Honeyed orchid, gardenia, and orchard fruit, filling the room the moment you open the bag. It only gets better from there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMi Lan Xiang is the newest addition to our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.theteaspot.mom\/collections\/origin-reserve-collection\" title=\"origin reserve collection\"\u003eOrigin Reserve Collection\u003c\/a\u003e, and one of the most enchanting teas we carry. Sourced from Propitious Clouds Estate in Fenghuang Town, Guangdong Province, China, and crafted from trees that are nearly 200 years old, this is a great tea with deep roots in every sense. The resulting tea yields a pale golden liquor with a floral taste layered with sweet notes of peach, plum, apricot, and lychee, with a creamy and subtle toasty warmth. The finish is smooth, sweet, and refreshing, with a woody edge and a long lasting feeling that keeps you coming back for the next sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach lot steeps 5 to 7 times, with each infusion revealing something a little different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4424\/6052\/files\/mi_lan_xiang_origin.jpg?v=1773759183\" alt=\"a picture of an oolong tea field in China\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Propitious Clouds Estate, Fenghuang Town, Guangdong Province, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultivar: Mi Lan Xiang (蜜兰香)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Dan Cong Oolong\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest: April 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOxidation: Light to Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoast: Finished in bamboo baskets over low, ash-muted embers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteeps: 5 to 7 infusions per serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertification: Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaffeine: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Oolong Tea (Camellia Sinensis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifestyle-Friendly: Vegan, Paleo, Keto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e oolong tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Mi Lan Xiang?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMi Lan Xiang is a Fenghuang Dan Cong oolong, a style of tea that originates in the Phoenix Mountain range of Guangdong Province and is celebrated for its extraordinary high aroma and layered flavor. Dan Cong oolongs are sometimes called the \"perfume of tea,\" and Mi Lan Xiang, meaning \"Honey Orchid Fragrance,\" is among the most popular Phoenix oolongs of them all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike green tea, which is unoxidized, Dan Cong oolong sits in between green and fully oxidized teas, with a profile that preserves delicate floral aromatics while developing rich fruit sweetness and body. Mi Lan Xiang is finished with repeat roasts over charcoal that add creamy, toasty depth without overpowering its signature orchid taste and honey like aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSometimes called a \"cowboy tea\" for its wild, free-spirited character, Mi Lan Xiang balances refinement with personality. It has a way of raising eyebrows in the best possible way, converting people who think they already know what oolong tastes like. It is a great tea for seasoned Dan Cong oolong tea lovers and adventurous newcomers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Phoenix Mountains: Where Mi Lan Xiang Comes From\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFenghuang Town sits high in the Phoenix Mountain range of Guangdong Province, a misty, high-altitude region with mineral-rich red soils, abundant rainfall, and a tea-growing tradition stretching back centuries. The area is part of the broader Chaozhou City tea-growing region, one of China's most storied, where bushes growing at elevation produce teas with a depth and fragrance that lower-altitude gardens simply cannot replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe region's ancient Song Zhong tea trees, some over a thousand years old, are the ancestors of today's Dan Cong cultivars. Each cultivar is known for a signature fragrance — orchid, lychee, cinnamon, osmanthus — and Mi Lan Xiang carries the honey orchid character that has made it the most popular Phoenix oolong in the world. Sunny days tempered by cool mountain nights concentrate the floral and fruit compounds in the tea leaves, and the mineral-rich red soils feed roots that in the oldest trees reach deep into the mountain rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea here is not an industry. It is a way of life, tended by multi-generational families in tea gardens passed down through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Estate: Propitious Clouds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Mi Lan Xiang comes from Propitious Clouds Estate, a single-family operation in Fenghuang Town run by tea master Brian, who follows a long line of family tradition in these mountains. The estate's trees are nearly 200 years old, their deep roots drawing minerals and nutrients from the mountain rock in ways that younger plantings simply cannot replicate. This is an old grove in every sense, and the brewed leaves tell that story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery harvest in mid March through April, the family works 20-hour days, hand-plucking two leaves and one bud with care and tending each stage of production by hand. The finished dry leaf is expertly processed using traditional Chaozhou methods: the leaves are gently withered, lightly abraded, and slowly oxidized through multiple rounds before charcoal roasting brings out their fragrance and depth. Roasting brings a creamy, toasty warmth that supports rather than masks the floral sweetness, and the result is a tea that is both lovingly processed and extraordinarily complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe honey orchid aroma that fills the estate home during harvest is the same fragrance that reaches you when you open the bag. This is what a family's life work smells like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew Mi Lan Xiang\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Brew\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse 1 teaspoon (approximately 2 grams) of loose leaf per 8 oz of water at 195°F and steep for 2 to 3 minutes. This is a great starting point if you're new to Mi Lan Xiang, and the same leaves can be steeped 2 to 3 times using this method. Avoid boiling water, which can dull the delicate floral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGongfu Brew\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor the full experience, Mi Lan Xiang really shines when brewed gongfu style in a small teapot or gaiwan. Use 5 grams of loose leaf per 100ml of water at 195°F and steep for 20 to 30 seconds for the first infusion, adding 5 to 10 seconds for each subsequent steep. This method unlocks the full range of what this tea can do, giving you 5 to 7 rich, evolving infusions from a single serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach infusion tells a slightly different story. The first steep opens with pure honey orchid fragrance. By the third or fourth the stone fruit and creamy notes come forward. By the fifth or sixth a toasty warmth settles in and lingers in the mouth long after the cup is empty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEither way you brew it, Mi Lan Xiang does not need milk, sugar, or anything added. The delicious honey sweetness is entirely natural, and it is complete exactly as it is.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Tea Spot","offers":[{"title":"Loose leaf sample (15 g)","offer_id":43814826836004,"sku":"9-1955","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 G Loose","offer_id":43814826868772,"sku":"9-1957","price":21.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4424\/6052\/files\/MiLanXiangproductB.jpg?v=1773759556"},{"product_id":"pan-long-yin-hao-tea","title":"Pan Long Yin Hao (Curled Dragon Silver Tip)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePan Long Yin Hao, or Curled Dragon Silver Tip, is one of Zhejiang's treasures, and one of the most distinctive green teas in our \u003ca title=\"origin reserve collection\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theteaspot.mom\/collections\/origin-reserve-collection\"\u003eOrigin Reserve Collection\u003c\/a\u003e. The tightly coiled leaves are covered in fine silver down, and they unfurl slowly in the water, releasing a luminous jade liquor with a freshness and clarity that is immediately noticeable. This is not a bold, grassy green tea. It is soft, sweet, and nuanced, with a silky body that sets it apart from anything you've likely tried before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cup, soft vegetal notes of sweet pea and bamboo shoot give way to floral hints of orchid and magnolia. A touch of roasted chestnut emerges mid-cup, lending warmth to its otherwise cool, green character. The finish is clean, sweet, and silky, lingering delicately long after the last sip. This tea steeps up beautifully 3 to 4 times, with each infusion a little different from the last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4424\/6052\/files\/pan_long_origin.jpg?v=1774617746\" alt=\"people pick pan long yin hao tea leaves in china\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Linhai, Taizhou, Zhejiang Province, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Hand-Rolled Green Tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest: Late April 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElevation: 400 to 800 meters\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProcessing: Pan-fired, hand-rolled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteeps: 3 to 4 infusions per serving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaffeine: Low to Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Green Tea (Camellia Sinensis)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifestyle-Friendly: Vegan, Paleo, Keto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e green tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Pan Long Yin Hao?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePan Long Yin Hao is a hand-rolled green tea from Zhejiang Province, one of China's most celebrated tea-growing regions and the birthplace of some of the country's most iconic green teas. The name translates to \"Coiled Dragon Silver Tips,\" a reference both to the tea's tightly spiraled leaf form and to the fine white down, or \"yin hao,\" that covers the tender spring buds used to make it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile similar in processing to Zhejiang's famous Gunpowder green tea, Pan Long Yin Hao stands apart for its elegance and complexity. The rolled leaf style protects the tea's volatile aromatics during storage and allows for a slow, even release of flavor during steeping, so every cup is as fresh and fragrant as the last. The fine silver trichomes on the leaves contribute to the tea's characteristically light body and sweet, lingering aftertaste. Records of tea cultivation in this region date back to the Tang Dynasty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Kuocang Mountains: Where Pan Long Yin Hao Comes From\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea gardens of Linhai climb misty slopes between 400 and 800 meters against the backdrop of the Kuocang Mountains, along the eastern edge of Zhejiang Province. The region's proximity to the East China Sea moderates temperature extremes throughout the growing season, while abundant rainfall and diffused sunlight nurture the tender, aromatic spring leaves that Pan Long Yin Hao is made from.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep red and sandy loam soils lend subtle mineral tones to the cup, and the cool mountain air slows the growth of the young buds, concentrating their natural sweetness and floral complexity. Generations of small farming families in this area have spent centuries refining the hand-rolling and pan-firing techniques that define Pan Long Yin Hao's iconic coiled leaf style, and that accumulated knowledge shows up directly in what ends up in your cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Tea Master: Cai Tongsheng\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePan Long Yin Hao at this level requires both deep knowledge and exceptional skill. Cai Tongsheng is a leading figure in Linhai's specialty tea industry, and his approach to Pan Long Yin Hao combines Zhejiang's ancient tea artistry with modern refinement and precise craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYoung, downy spring leaves are harvested in late April, briefly withered, and pan-fired to halt oxidation and lock in their fresh green character. Skilled artisans then roll each leaf by hand into a tight spiral, creating the coiled dragon form that gives this tea its name. A second low-heat firing locks in the aroma and preserves the silver-white down on the leaf surface. Cai's production facilities use precise temperature and airflow control to maintain consistency across each batch without compromising the tea's delicate character. The result is a tea of exceptional freshness and purity, harvest after harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew Pan Long Yin Hao\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern Brew\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUse 1 teaspoon (approximately 2 grams) of loose leaf per 8 oz of water at 175°F and steep for 2 to 3 minutes. Do not use boiling water — it will dull the delicate floral notes and can make the tea taste bitter. 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The natural sweetness is entirely the tea's own.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Tea Spot","offers":[{"title":"Loose leaf sample (15 g)","offer_id":43860977451044,"sku":"9-1975","price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"40 g loose","offer_id":43884086394916,"sku":"9-1978","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4424\/6052\/files\/panlongloose.jpg?v=1774617891"},{"product_id":"marys-breakfast-tea","title":"Mary's Breakfast Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore we tell you about the tea, we want to tell you about Mary \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJayawardana\u003c\/span\u003e. Her late husband, Mr. Dayapala \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJayawardana,\u003c\/span\u003e founded Lumbini Estate in 1984 with proceeds from an extraordinary sapphire he discovered while mining gemstones in Sri Lanka. He built it into one of the country's most recognized tea estates, and when he passed, his son Chaminda took over. Today Chaminda runs the estate, and Mary still lives right on the estate. She has her pick of the finest Ceylon teas from Lumbini every single day. She chooses this one every morning, so we wanted to honor her in the name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cup is round, layered, and deeply satisfying, opening with ripe plum and honeyed sweetness, moving into soft cocoa notes, and finishing with a gentle caramelized warmth that lingers clean and long. Often described as a dessert tea, every element is in place and nothing overreaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne thing worth knowing\u003c\/strong\u003e: the small, finely broken leaf style is not a sign of lower quality. Those golden and silver tips threaded through the leaf are a mark of careful, precise plucking, and the fine broken leaf produces a quick, consistent extraction with exceptional depth. \u003cstrong\u003eStart with a one minute steep and add time from there.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Lumbini Estate, Ruhunu Region, Sri Lanka\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCultivar: Cultivar 2043 Black (assamica)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade: FBOPF EX SP\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Single Estate Ceylon Black Tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest: Fall 2025\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCaffeine: High\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifestyle-Friendly: Vegan, Paleo, Keto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e black tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is FBOPF EX SP?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are new to Ceylon tea grades, FBOPF EX SP stands for Flowery Broken Orange Pekoe Fannings Extra Special. It sounds technical, but what it means in practice is that this is a fine, carefully graded broken leaf tea with a high proportion of golden tips — the most prized part of the tea plant. The short, broken leaf style produces a quick, full extraction with exceptional clarity and depth, which is why Mary's Breakfast Tea brews so beautifully in just one to three minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small leaf size can sometimes be mistaken for lower quality, but the opposite is true here. This is a precisely crafted, hand-processed tea, and the golden and silver tips threaded through the leaf are a direct reflection of the care taken at every stage of plucking and production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLumbini Estate: Where Mary's Breakfast Tea Comes From\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLumbini Estate sits in Sri Lanka's southern Ruhunu region, near the Sinharaja Forest Reserve, one of Asia's last remaining primary rainforests. The surrounding forest shelters the tea gardens from harsh monsoon winds, creating a protected microclimate with filtered light, steady humidity, and conditions that allow for slower leaf development and deeper flavor concentration. It is a growing environment unlike anywhere else in Sri Lanka, and it produces teas that reflect that distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1984, Lumbini Estate has earned international recognition for producing some of the country's most distinctive and highly awarded teas. The estate composts all organic matter for natural fertilization and actively supports reforestation in the surrounding area, ensuring that the land that makes this tea possible is preserved for generations to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Mary's Breakfast Tea Is Made\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlucking at Lumbini is exacting and focused on fine leaf and bud sets, the source of those golden tips that define this tea. After harvest, oxidation is closely monitored and guided with precision, bringing the leaf to its ideal expression before drying locks in the flavor. The result is a dark, wiry, beautifully handcrafted leaf that produces a glowing amber liquor with a full, mouth-coating body and a structured astringency that carries the flavor forward with clarity rather than harshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular lot represents one of Lumbini's finest expressions, with a rare handmade style and exceptional balance that sets it apart from typical southern-region Ceylons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Brew Mary's Breakfast Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse 1 teaspoon (approximately 2 grams) of loose leaf per 8 oz of water at 212°F. Start with a one minute steep and taste from there, adding time in 30 second increments until you find your ideal cup. Because the leaf is finely broken, extraction happens quickly — one to three minutes is the recommended range. Brewing light brings out the plum and honey notes beautifully. A longer steep deepens the cocoa and caramel character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMary's Breakfast Tea is wonderful on its own, and equally good with a splash of milk if you prefer. It has the body and structure to hold up beautifully either way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Tea Spot","offers":[{"title":"Loose leaf sample (15 g)","offer_id":44023458398244,"sku":"9-1935","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 g loose","offer_id":44023458431012,"sku":"9-1939","price":19.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4424\/6052\/files\/mary_sbreakfastproduct.jpg?v=1775853007"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/4424\/6052\/collections\/maria_collection.jpg?v=1779374270","url":"https:\/\/www.theteaspot.mom\/collections\/marias-favorites.oembed","provider":"The Tea Spot","version":"1.0","type":"link"}