Expedition Series

Expedition Series teas are rare teas from around the world. Many come from traditional growing regions, such as Japan and India. Others hearken from new origin gardens, such as Bitaco in Columbia, Satemwa in Malawi, or DOke in Bihar. Handcrafted by tea masters, these gourmet teas reflect the tradition and art of tea, refined over the last four millennia as well as innovative new trends by creative teamakers.

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Lulada Green Tea-1 oz

Lulada Green Tea-1 oz

$5.04
Did you know Colombia even made tea!? This tea comes to us from the Bitaco Garden, located at high elevation in the Bitaco township on the western slope of the Andean mountain range- the only garden...
Gaba Oolong Nepalese Tea 1 oz

Gaba Oolong Nepalese Tea 1 oz

$5.40
Gaba Oolong unfolds a unique oolong experience with bright floral notes and the sweetness of figs, which is achieved through the precise processing of the mature leaves.  This tea comes from Mai...
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Wakoucha Sakura-Japanese Black Tea 1oz

$9.22
Enjoy the fleeting beauty of cherry blossom season with our limited-edition Sakura Wakoucha, a Japanese black tea with the delicate aroma of sakura leaves and petals. This tea combines the warm,...
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Rou Gui Wuyi Rock Oolong Tea

$6.78
This is an intriguing and complex offering from Wuyi China. This Wuyi oolong has a mid-level oxidation then carefully fired to add depth and strength.  The first infusion imparts a slightly smooth...
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Mori-Machi Japanese Dark tea 1 oz

$11.80
Organic Mori-machi Dark Tea is a Pu-erh style tea or a rare fermented green tea made in Japan. It is reminiscent of the well-known fermented tea made in Pu-erh City in China and Mori-machi Dark Tea...
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Yuzu Kukicha with Matcha-Green Tea 1 oz

$7.30
What an interesting approach to refreshing Japanese green tea!  We sourced this from Shizuoka prefecture in Japan, the base of this blend is a lovely and complex kukicha, layered with refreshing yuzu...
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Spring Harvest Japanese Oolong

$11.07
Japan has historically been famous for the quality green teas they produce.  Here is the next step in production.  It is a blend of cultivars from the Spring harvest.  The tea exhibits a floral,...
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Wakoucha - Organic Japanese Black Tea 1oz

$9.22
Made from a blend of Yabukita from Fujieda in Shizuoka Prefecture and Tanegashima in Kagoshima Prefecture, this organic, single-cultivar Wakoucha is a stunning demonstration of rare Japanese black...
Rohini Spring Wonder 1st Flush Darjeeling DJ137

Rohini Spring Wonder 1st Flush Darjeeling DJ137

$3.90
Rohini Estate established in 1955 is one of the younger gardens in Darjeeling and has built a reputation for consistent quality.    The finest of the 2024 Spring crop.  Those who enjoy the...
Tea Travel Passport

Tea Travel Passport

$5.00
Travel the World of Tea with The Tea Smith.  Enroll to experience the unique character of teas from gardens all over the world!  We have selected 24 teas from 8 different countries for your tea...
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Kumari Gold - Organic Black Tea 1oz

$6.64
This is a very special black tea hand produced in small batches in Nepal at the Kanchanjangha Estate  The plucking standard is two leaves and terminal bud, and is only made in the Summer.  Careful...
Shangrila - Organic Nepalese Oolong Tea 1oz

Shangrila - Organic Nepalese Oolong Tea 1oz

$6.39
A handmade tea from the Kanchanjangha Estate which is the first organic tea garden in Nepal. This oolong is not made in the traditional style found in Taiwan or China.  The result is a darker,...
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Ganesha - Organic Nepalese Green Tea 1oz

$4.89
Produced by tea artisans at the Kanchajangha Estate in Nepal, This tea begins with a careful hand pluck of tender leaves and buds.  Once they have rested for a short time in the factory, they are...
Colombian - White Tea Organic 1oz

Colombian - White Tea Organic 1oz

$4.58
Did you know Colombia even made tea!? This tea comes to us from the Bitaco Garden, located at high elevation in the Bitaco township on the western slope of the Andean mountain range- the only garden...
Top of the World Black Tea Nepal

Top of the World Black Tea Nepal

$8.50
This selection gives a new meaning to 'High Tea'  Procured from small growers in a remote area of Nepal.  This small hand-produced tea grows at an altitude of 1800-2200 meters, making it one of the...
Columbian Black Tea Besos de Cafe 1oz

Columbian Black Tea Besos de Cafe 1oz

$4.32
Did you know Colombia even made tea!? This tea comes to us from the Bitaco Garden, located at high elevation in the Bitaco township on the western slope of the Andean mountain range- the only garden...
Bvumbwe Hand Made Treasure Black Tea from Satemwa

Bvumbwe Hand Made Treasure Black Tea from Satemwa

$5.21
Satemwa Estate in Malawi  Africa is one of our featured non-traditional regions for tea production.  Their care in picking and producing fine teas has been evident year over year.  This is one of...
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Livingston Oolong Satemwa

$4.33
Satemwa Estate in Malawi Africa is one of our featured non-traditional regions for tea production.  Their care in picking and producing fine teas has been evident year over year.  This is one of...
Bai Lin Chinese Black Tea

Bai Lin - Chinese Black Tea 1oz

$7.98
This Chinese black tea shows the care and skill of everyone involved in growing, picking, and making the tea. You can see plenty of golden tips, which provide a layer of smoothness.  Notice as well...
Da Hong Pao Wuyi Rock - Oolong Tea 1oz

Da Hong Pao Wuyi Rock - Oolong Tea 1oz

$10.92
A deservedly famous and sought after Chinese Oolong tea. The name translates to Big Red Robe.  This oolong is only produced in the Wuyi mountain area of Fujian province China.  This oolong is best...
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Fern Stream Taiwan - Oolong Tea 1oz

$9.01
This oolong from Taiwan has a complex array of flavors through each infusion.  It is a great example of the roasting skills shown by the teamaker. Careful oxidation is evident in the infused leaf...