Steaming cup of deep red Chai tea on a white coaster, with loose leaf tea and branded pouch displayed on a light surface, by Yerba Buena Tea Company.

The Tea Journal

Deepen your connection to the leaf. Explore expert guides on organic ingredients, the science of steeping, and the stories behind our Oregon-blended teas. Your resource for sipping with intention.

Real Bergamot vs. Flavoring: What Makes a Great Earl Grey?

Real Bergamot vs. Flavoring: What Makes a Great Earl Grey?

Does your Earl Grey taste like soap? It shouldn't. Discover the difference between synthetic flavorings and real cold-pressed Italian Bergamot oil, and find out why our organic blends taste like fresh citrus, not perfume.
Gradient of organic tea leaves showing the difference between white, green, oolong, and black tea processing.

Types of Tea: How One Plant Becomes Five (Plus Herbal)

Green, black, white, oolong, pu-erh. Five teas, one plant. The difference is in the craft, specifically how long the leaf is allowed to oxidize before heat stops the process. Here is what that means for your cup.