Tea Education Hub
Tea Is Worth Understanding. Here Is Where to Start.
Tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world after water. And yet most people drink it without much thought. There is a lot more available to you if you want it.
We carry eleven teas at Milestone, each selected with the same sourcing standards we apply to our coffee. This page exists to help you understand what you are drinking, why it tastes the way it does, and how to get the most out of every cup.
Tea Basics for Beginners
True tea vs. herbal tisanes.
True tea comes from a single plant: Camellia sinensis. Black, green, white, oolong, and pu-erh are all made from this plant. Herbal teas (tisanes) are infusions of herbs, flowers, fruits, and roots — naturally caffeine-free unless blended with true tea.
The five main types of true tea: White (minimally processed, delicate), Green (heated to stop oxidation, fresh and grassy), Oolong (partially oxidized), Black (fully oxidized, bold and malty), Pu-erh (fermented and aged, earthy and complex).
Freshness matters in tea too.
Store in an airtight container away from light, heat, and strong odors. Most teas are best consumed within 12 to 18 months of production.
Understanding Tea Origins
- Japan — Matcha and Hojicha. Steamed rather than pan-fired. Umami, vegetal, and distinctive.
- China — Jasmine. Green tea scented with jasmine blossoms at peak bloom.
- India — Masala Chai and English Breakfast. Assam black tea — bold, malty, full-bodied.
- Sri Lanka (Ceylon) — Earl Grey. Bright, brisk, and clean with real bergamot.
- South Africa — Apple Cider Rooibos and Hibiscus Berry Tea. Naturally caffeine-free rooibos base.
- Morocco — Moroccan Mint. Green tea with garden-fresh mint.
Our Teas and What Makes Each One Distinctive
- Masala Chai — $32.99 — Bold Assam black tea with cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and black pepper. Takes milk and honey beautifully.
- Earl Grey — $32.99 — Ceylon OP black tea with real bergamot essential oil and blue cornflowers. Floral, bright, and deeply satisfying.
- English Breakfast — $32.99 — Malt-forward blend of Kenyan and Assam black teas. Bold and full-bodied.
- Jasmine — $32.99 — Hand-picked green tea scented with jasmine blossoms at peak bloom. Delicate and floral.
- Moroccan Mint — $32.99 — Mellow green tea with garden-fresh mint. Clean and refreshing.
- Matcha — $32.99 — Ceremonial-grade stone-milled Japanese green tea powder. Calm, focused energy.
- Hojicha — $32.99 — Roasted Japanese green tea powder. Toasty, warm, and low in caffeine.
- Apple Cider Rooibos — $32.99— Caffeine-free. Apple, cinnamon, orange peel. The perfect evening tea.
- Hibiscus Berry Tea — $32.99 — Caffeine-free. Hibiscus, rooibos, blueberry, currant. Tart and beautiful.
- Peach Paradise — $32.99 — Caffeine-free. Peach, cranberry, rose petals. Light and easy to love.
- Mango Treat — $32.99 — Caffeine-free. Tropical mango sweetness. Bright and naturally sweet.
Brewing Science for Tea
- Black teas (Masala Chai, Earl Grey, English Breakfast): 200 to 212 degrees F, 3 to 5 minutes
- Green teas (Jasmine, Moroccan Mint): 160 to 180 degrees F, 1 to 3 minutes
- Matcha: 160 to 175 degrees F, whisk 30 seconds
- Hojicha: 175 to 185 degrees F, 1 to 2 minutes
- Herbal and rooibos (Apple Cider Rooibos, Hibiscus Berry, Peach Paradise, Mango Treat): 208 to 212 degrees F, 5 to 7 minutes
How to Choose the Right Tea
- Bold and energizing: Masala Chai or English Breakfast
- Classic and refined: Earl Grey
- Calm, focused energy: Matcha
- Warm and caffeine-free: Hojicha or Apple Cider Rooibos
- Light and floral: Jasmine or Moroccan Mint
- Fruity and caffeine-free: Hibiscus Berry, Peach Paradise, or Mango Treat
Ready to Shop?
- Shop Tea — Browse our full tea collection and find what fits your moment.
- Shop Coffee — Explore our single-origins, blends, and flavored coffees.
- Bundles and Curated Sets — Coffee and tea pairings, giftable assortments, and curated sets.
A Note from the Founder
We added tea to Milestone because we believe the morning ritual is bigger than coffee alone. We selected every tea in our lineup the same way we select our coffees: by asking whether it is genuinely good, genuinely sourced with care, and genuinely worth the moment it is poured into.
May your cup be exactly what you need it to be.
Founder, Milestone Brewed Coffee