I just got my first shipment of the Original box and I'm so thrilled I couldn't wait until I'd tried all of them to write a review. I've been in a tea rut for a while, since the two loose leaf shops in my area both closed down within a year of each other and I was excited to try new things.
First, they shipped the October box in plenty of time for me to get it at the beginning of the month and since I just subscribed, that seems like a pretty good response time. The October box consists of four offerings and so far I have only gotten to try one of them, but I'm in love already and I'm super-excited about the other three. I brew my own kombucha at home so I fully intend to use the Fujian Black they sent for that purpose (although I will try it hot, as normal before I do, but plain unflavored black tea isn't generally my favorite, so most likely this will be used for my brew). The one I have drank at the time of writing this review is the Simao Spring tips and I like it a lot more than I expected to. The bag describes it as having "notes of sweet potato, caramel, nuts, fruits and spices" and that is not a bad description for this tea at all. I'm a huge fan of "Goguma" (sweet potato) lattes and this remind me a lot of those, especially when mixed with a bit of heavy cream. The third bag is Kathmandu Cosmos, which is described as being a chai blend. I'm addicted to chai so I can't wait to try this one. Last is a the Pacific Peppermint, described as an herbal tea. It will be nice to have some peppermint around again, especially with the weather starting to cool down.
I love the speed these came in and the amount I got for the price. I tend to be a bit picky when it comes to tea and I've paid more money for less product and sometimes gotten less enjoyment from some of those past buys. According to the literature in the packaging Tea Runners will be coming soon to Amazon Prime, so I'm hoping that means if there is a sample I like, I'll be able to order it in larger amounts at some point in the future.
I'll update this review if anything particularly funky happens with my test sips of the other three teas but if I haven't updated in a few days, assume the best. It's early, but so far I highly recommend this subscription.
Product Description
Past Boxes - January 2019
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English BreakfastHere's your new morning pick-me-up with an exotic flare: a gorgeous, bright red English Breakfast tea cultivated from the Assamica gardens in the remote northern mountains of Thailand. Full bodied and tart to taste, this tea has subtle notes of raspberry and a smooth finish. Try it with a little milk and sugar, or go bold and enjoy it in its pure, unadulterated state. Ingredients: Black tea. Caffeine-content: High. |
Citron Mint BlackA perfectly revitalizing and vibrant tea to brighten up a sluggish day, this high quality Yunnan black tea is infused with a refreshing dose of mint and tangy citrus. Waken up the palate with lemon verbena and peppery calendula, soothing the throat and settling digestion while packing a caffeine punch ideal for tackling your to-do list. Ingredients: Yunnan black tea, mint, calendula, lemon verbena, and natural flavoring. Caffeine-content: High |
Pu-erh GingerHundreds of years ago, tea masters in Southeast Asia blended fermented pu-erh tea with citrus and spices to create a nourishing and invigorating tonic. This modern day blend pays tribute to this traditional tea recipe. The citrusy ginger with zesty orange peel and a hint of lemongrass provide a nice balance to this robust, slightly earthy and full-bodied pu-erh tea. Pu-erh Ginger brews an energizing cup that warms the whole body. Ingredients: Pu-erh tea, ginger root, orange peel, lemongrass, lemon verbena. Caffeine-content: Med-High |
HoneybushSimilar to rooibos, but slightly sweeter and more hearty, honeybush brews a deliciously comforting cup of tea. Honeybush tea is prepared from the honey-scented Cyclopia plant found in the Cape Mountain regions of South Africa. Its unmistakable notes of hot apricot jam and a refreshing floral sweetness grant this tea a forever favorite in our herbal collection. Try it the traditional way with milk and sugar, or enjoy it in its pure state to truly appreciate its true wonderful flavors. Ingredients: Honeybush. Caffeine-content: Caffeine-free |
About our 'Original Box'
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Discovery All Kinds of TeaThe Original Box is our flagship box at Tea Runners and our most popular box by far. A subscription to our Original Box is the perfect way to discover all kinds of teas and stock up and a wide variety of teas that are great for all occasions: morning pick me ups, afternoon sippers, and delicious caffeine-free treats perfect for ending your day. Unlike our other boxes, the Original Box has no restrictions on what kinds of teas are included. You will discover teas of all kinds (black, green, white, pu-erh, oolong, herbal, etc. ) and styles (pure teas and blended/flavored teas). Our Original Box is a great way to get started, and if you discover you have more specific preferences then one of our other boxes may be a better fit for you. |
Award-Winning Teas & ProducersTea Runners delivers top quality teas from small batch producers, many of which are top place finishers at the Global Tea Championship Awards. We often include award-winning teas such as the Himalayan Golden Black (shown here), the 1st Place winner of the Black Tea category, and Majestic Earl Grey, the 1st Place winner of the Earl Grey Black category of the Global Tea Championship Awards. |
30-40 cups of teaEvery box comes with 4 pouches of tea and each pouch contains roughly 0.75 - 1.2 oz of tea (depending on the weight and bulkiness of the tea). This is enough to make 30-40 cups of tea, depending on the types of tea and how strong you like it. You can also steep most of these teas more than once, so realistically you could stretch it to 50+ cups of tea. |
About The Seller
There is an undiscovered world of loose leaf tea out there. Dozens of small tea importers and blenders you've never heard of meticulously master their craft and produce some of the best cups of tea in the world.
They source their tea leaves and ingredients from the finest farms and produce their fresh blends in small batches to achieve the highest quality. They compete in national and international contests, receiving top honors for their creations.
But as a consumer it's not easy to get your hands on these wonderful teas. It's only easy to get your hands on large scale producers, often sold by popular coffee franchises and grocery stores. Tea Runners brings the undiscovered world of small batch loose leaf tea to your door.
Tea Runners was founded by husband-and-wife Charlie Ritchie and Jewel Staite to make high quality teas fun and easy to enjoy.
Tea Runners launched in the spring of 2017 and has since grown to be one of the most popular tea subscription boxes in the world.
Frequently Asked Questions about our 'Original Tea Box'
How much tea will I receive?
- 4 pouches
- 0.75-1.2 ounces per pouch
- Enough to make 30-40 cups of tea
What kinds of tea will I receive?
Our 'Original Tea Box' contains no restrictions on the kinds of tea we include. This box may include teas of all types (black, green, yellow, white, pu-erh, oolong, and herbal) and style (pure, blended, or flavored). We tend to always include a pure black tea.
Can I customize my tea box?
This is not something we are able to offer on the Amazon platform just yet.
Are the teas organic?
Almost all of our teas are USDA Certified Organic when we buy them from our suppliers and we repackage them in a certified organic facility. However, we cannot label them as USDA Certified Organic unless each tea is individually certified for Tea Runners. We ship up to 14 different teas a month and approval can take weeks, so it doesn't fit very easily with our tight deadlines for packaging and production. In the coming months we will start labeling each tea as certified organic.
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EXCELLENT! If you are still thinking about it, do it!
This tea is excellent. I spent a few days trying to decide if it was worth the cost and hassle of a monthly subscription. I finally decided to give the "Original" box a try, figuring I could cancel if anything. I received my first box of tea after only a few days, in very nice packaging. Upon opening, I was greeted by 4 foil front pouches with descriptions, ingredients and instructions for brewing. When I picked one up and turned it over I let out an audible gasp of surprise. The beauty of these teas and the fullness of the leaves were stunning. I tried the Lemon Ginger Yerba Mate first; it was absolutely exquisite. Next, I tried the Wild Thai Black, and it was rich and wonderful. In the photos I have included the front and backs of the packaging, a close up of the Lemon Ginger Yerba Mate, and the inside of the bag of the next tea I am brewing, Blueberry Rooibos!
