Silver Tips Tea Blog

Here's a look at what goes on behind the scenes, our thoughts on tea, fun facts and customer comments.

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A Word from a Loyal Customer

As always, we never have had an unsatisfied visit to the store for a break from the real, too fast world.  The staff is always patiently willing to explain the...

A Word from a Loyal Customer

As always, we never have had an unsatisfied visit to the store for a break from the real, too fast world.  The staff is always patiently willing to explain the...

Taking Neighborliness to a Fault

During the summer, our Tea Room has a sidewalk cafe with a few tables. This June with rain just about everyday, it hasn't been used much but on a gorgeous...

Taking Neighborliness to a Fault

During the summer, our Tea Room has a sidewalk cafe with a few tables. This June with rain just about everyday, it hasn't been used much but on a gorgeous...

Wear and Tear

One of our new wholesale customers called asking what policy they should establish for breakage. I told them about our clear, but civil, sign and they thought it was hilarious....

Wear and Tear

One of our new wholesale customers called asking what policy they should establish for breakage. I told them about our clear, but civil, sign and they thought it was hilarious....

Gaiwan

Meaning literally a "lidded cup", this is the authentic Chinese tea cup. Its functionality is pure. You place the tea leaves in the bowl, add water and then sip the...

Gaiwan

Meaning literally a "lidded cup", this is the authentic Chinese tea cup. Its functionality is pure. You place the tea leaves in the bowl, add water and then sip the...

Tea at Coffee Shops

Recently, we've had a lot of calls from coffee shops, old and new, wanting to serve good tea at their locations. The most recent issue of Specialty Coffee Retailer (June...

Tea at Coffee Shops

Recently, we've had a lot of calls from coffee shops, old and new, wanting to serve good tea at their locations. The most recent issue of Specialty Coffee Retailer (June...

China Black - Yunnan

I covered Keemun yesterday and today, a word on the other China black - Yunnan. This has become one of our favorite teas - rich, creamy, earthy and great flavor...

China Black - Yunnan

I covered Keemun yesterday and today, a word on the other China black - Yunnan. This has become one of our favorite teas - rich, creamy, earthy and great flavor...