Tea is the perfect meditative drink, and pairing a great cup with the right music completes the experience. We have an ever-changing catalogue of delicious teas that switches with the seasons. If you’re used to sticking to tried-and-true flavors, you may have missed some of our more exciting and unique offerings. Here are a few great flavors to try, and great songs to go along with them.
Tropical Paradise Roobois
Summer may be long gone (say it ain’t so!), but that doesn’t mean you can’t have your own little piece of Tropical Paradise whenever you want. This caffeine-free herbal infusion combines coconut and pineapple flavors in a refreshing blend that will make you feel like you’re sitting underneath swaying palm trees somewhere way south of the border.
Tune: Guantanamera by Celia Cruz. Who better than the Grand Dame of tropical music and Queen of Salsa to accompany this drink? If you like your tea extra sweet, Celia always brings plenty of her own azucar (sugar)!
Sun Spice
This beautiful tea is even tastier than it looks! It’s a black tea with notes of anise, lemongrass, blackberry, strawberry and almond brittle. A perfect cup to wake up to in the morning.
Tune: Sun It Rises by Fleet Foxes. Speaking of mornings, here’s a great song to usher in a new day. Fleet Foxes are known for their folk-like arrangements, with lush harmonies and pastoral imagery that evoke beautiful scenes from nature.
Dark Goddess Oolong
It’s not exactly a witch’s brew, but there’s definitely something magical about this tea which combines Chinese oolong methods and tea from an area outside Darjeeling. This is definitely a terrific pick for adventurous tea connoisseurs looking for something unique. Its chocolaty aroma draws you in while hints of roasted coffee flavor round out this smokey and mysterious blend.
Tune: Black Water by Timber Timbre. And now for something a little more macabre, just in time to get ready for Halloween, too. Timber Timbre is a Canadian band that performs what could be described as blues-y voodoo swamp music. With an album name like Creep on Creepin’ on, you know you’re in for some spooky fun.
Strawberry Smile
This is a subtle sencha tea that also works great over ice on a warm day. Its light and fruity taste is complemented by floral notes of jasmine and rose petals. A truly sweet treat for your palate that’s sure to elicit an even sweeter smile.
Tune: Get Happy by Judy Garland. Chase all your cares away along with Ms. Garland as you enjoy a hot or cold cup of Strawberry Smile. We dare you not to tap your toes when this infectiously giddy song starts up. If your happiness persists for more than 24 hours, don’t call your doctor– enjoy!
Special Calcutta Chai
What makes this particular chai so special? It packs an extra punch of black pepper that brings its flavor to a whole new level. You haven’t had a truly spicy chai until you’ve tried this special blend, which is also 100% organic.
Tune: The Inner Light by the Beatles. Paired together, the Beatles and our Special Calcutta Chai will transport you to India without the nuisance of dealing with the TSA, airfare, or jet lag. It just takes a few bars of twanging sitars to imagine yourself in the streets of India, reflecting over a delicious cup of extra spicy chai.