Food & Drink
7 Must-Haves for Tea Lovers
There’s something charming and cozy about making time in your day to enjoy a cup of tea. It’s a reminder to slow down and do something nice for yourself, especially as we enter the coldest months of the year. Whether you’re looking for something practical or a gadget that simply sparks joy, we’re spilling the tea on our seven favorite items for tea lovers — all of which available with Cash Back from Rakuten, of course.
Fellow Stagg EKG Kettle
A quality electric kettle is the ultimate essential so you can have hot water at the ready when you’re craving a cup of tea. Our favorite is the Stagg EKG Kettle from Fellow, which holds close to a liter of water and heats with lightning speed. The kettle also has variable temperature control (up to 212 degrees), an especially great feature for people who want to brew every variety of tea at its optimal temperature.
Fred Slow-Brew Sloth Tea Infuser
If you’re a fan of loose-leaf tea, you’ll need to invest in an infuser to help brew your beverage. What better way to beat the winter doldrums than bringing out this sloth-shaped infuser that’s sure to make you smile with each use. The sloth adheres comfortably to the side of your mug and slooowly (we couldn’t resist!) steeps your tea.
Wedgwood Butterfly Bloom Floral Bouquet Cup and Saucer
Romanticize the dreary days of winter by swapping out a plain mug for one that’s more charming and vibrant. This Wedgwood cup and saucer set (available at Bloomingdale’s) is an easy way to elevate your daily tea time, and it serves as a great reminder that sunnier days are on the horizon!
Ceramic Travel Mug
We love W&P’s mission to develop products that help us lead a more sustainable life. If you take your tea on the go, consider investing in a reusable mug instead of using disposable cups. W&P’s ceramic travel mug features a silicone sleeve for a better grip as you take your beverage to and from your car or office. It also comes in several hues and patterns (we’re particularly drawn to the Terrazzo Blush color). If you’re looking to keep your tea hot for up to 12 hours, W&P also offers an insulated bottle.
Peaches and Ginger HT Sachets
You didn’t think we’d put together a list for tea lovers and not include actual tea, did you? One of our favorite tea stores is Harney & Sons. It offers over 300 varieties of the highest-quality teas, from well-known flavors such as Earl Grey and chamomile to signature flavors such as Blueberry Green and Hot Cinnamon Spice. Its Peaches and Ginger black tea is one of our go-tos, and it tastes delicious hot or iced. Pro tip: If you shop from the HT Tea Blend collection, you can order 20-sachet sets that come in beautiful, reusable tins. You can either refill the tins with more tea or use them as storage for keepsakes.
Melville Candy Naturally Flavored Honey Spoons
Melville Candy honey spoons (available at Office Depot in packs of 30) are an essential for anyone who enjoys their tea on the sweeter side. The naturally flavored spoons are a mess-free way to add the sweetness of honey to your beverage. No sticky hands or honey all over the kitchen counter! Simply add a spoon to your hot tea and stir to enjoy.
Blue-and-White Pattern China Teacups Wall Art
This art, designed by artist Lauren Row and featuring blue-and-white tea cups, would make a perfect addition to a tea lover’s gallery wall or kitchen decor. Each teacup is delicate and ornate, bringing a little bit of whimsy into any space. As a bonus, the art, available at Anthropologie, comes with a metal frame and UV plexiglass panel, so don’t fear if you’re one of those people who collects prints but never gets around to getting them framed (guilty!).
Steep, sip and save! Especially in the chillier months, nothing is better than carving out some space in your day to cozy up with a warm beverage. Tea time is made even sweeter knowing Cash Back is headed your way. Don’t forget to shop through Rakuten for all your tea essentials and home appliances. Cheers!
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