Loose Tea

Olive leaves have been steeped as a tisane across the Mediterranean for generations, and these come straight from the hills of Tuscany, Italy. The dry leaves carry the fresh, grassy scent of the olive trees they come from, and the cup follows through: a mild olive flavor with a soft,...

Scotland is known for two things worth savoring slowly: its landscapes and its whiskey. This blend brings those two pleasures into one cup, pairing a sturdy pekoe black tea with the character of Speyside whiskey, the style associated with some of Scotland's most approachable, honeyed, and oak-influenced spirits.Pekoe is a...

Guzhang, in central Hunan Province, has a long reputation for producing high-quality tea, and early spring is when that reputation is most evident. At this point in the season, the young buds are rich in theanine, the amino acid responsible for tea's characteristic savory depth, while the harsher catechins that...

On our last day of our 2026 buying trip, we took a boat on a lake in Southern Hunan to MaiDuishi Island. It is an indigenous Yao people island, and we found this unique tea. The silver tips give a sweetness that balances the vegetal flavors that remind us of...

The latest addition to our Williamsburg Collection, Pomegranate Garden offers a level of sophistication blended with sweet and tart notes of pomegranate flavors and hibiscus. This highly prized, vivid floral pattern has graced homes since the 18th century. Inspired by Asian plants and Indian textiles, it included pomegranate and hibiscus....

Yanling sits in southern Hunan, China, in the mountains long associated with Shen Nong, the mythological figure credited with discovering tea thousands of years ago. On our 2026 sourcing trip, we came across this tea and were struck by how much character it carries despite its gentle flavor. The bushes...

This tea was inspired by our relationship with the Dutchess County Agricultural Society. A well-balanced blend of caramel and apple that reminds one of indulging in a classic sweet treat you'd find at any fall festival.

Delight in the pleasures of a summer afternoon in a timeless garden! These garden images are drawn from 18th-century botanical illustrations in our archives. They represent native Virginia flowers found in Colonial Williamsburg's carefully tended historic gardens. Your purchase of Williamsburg products supports the research, preservation, and educational programs of...