A well-put together set filled with the best teas and tea accessories is a basket of heaven. Regardless of season and occasion, there’s always a few out there to choose from that’s exactly what you’re looking for. Whether it’s loose tea leaves or bags, winter blends or fruity summer flavours, a gift set with that and a few tea accessories to pair will definitely put a smile on anyone’s face.
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What is a tea gift set?
A tea gift set is basically what it is: a gift set consisting of anything and everything about tea. It doesn’t have to only have tea bags or packets of loose tea leaves. Some even come with cute teapots and other accessories that match the teas. For something to be called a tea gift set, it doesn’t have to match a certain set of rules — it’s quite a free, creative and experimental gift basket specifically having tea-related contents.
Why give a tea gift set?
Tea is arguably the most calming drink in the world. Regardless of who you give the tea gift set to, the receiver is bound to have a use for them eventually — whether it is for themselves personally or to serve guests when they come over, tea is appreciated all the time. A tea gift set complete with the best accessories converts the daily activity of making tea to more of an art form.
Who should I give a tea gift set to?
There’s one obvious answer to this: tea lovers. A tea lover can never have enough tea and tea accessories. From their personal choices of tea and accessories to ones just out of the blue, they’re bound to be appreciative of them all. In fact, tea lovers would go on to experiment with the tea that they’ve received, so no tea gift basket is a waste when given to a tea lover.
It doesn’t necessarily have to be tea lovers that we give tea gift baskets too. It is actually a generic gift to give to anyone! As it is a lovely set of products put together as a gift, no one can refuse or dislike such a thoughtful gift.
When to give tea gift sets?
Be it on a special occasion or just a casual, random gift, tea gift sets are perfect for them all. It can be a simple gesture of appreciation or a full-on eventul present. Tea gift sets can range from affordable pricing to luxurious sets, giving the buyer a range to choose from for the occasion that they’re giving it for.
Tea gift sets for beginners
There are people out there who are keen on getting into tea. It might be a silly thing to not know how to do it oneself, but with the abundance of products on the market from different companies and brands, on top of the countless of types of tea out there, it’s no wonder one gets stuck on getting involved with tea. If you know anyone that’s interested in the art of tea, these are the perfect tea gift sets for them to start on their tea adventure!
1. Tea from Around the World Set
Teas come from everywhere and anywhere. An expert may know from a sip the general area it’s from, but a beginner may not even know that teas come from all around the world, let alone where it comes from just by the taste. This Tea from Around the World Set is a perfect introduction tea gift set to the world of tea. Consisting of 10 single-estate teas that’s been handpicked to introduce the diverse range of teas around the world, this tea gift set is a spectacular beginning to one’s tea story. It even comes with an introduction book to tastings, which may be a load of help for a beginner.
2. Tea Drop Sampler
The Tea Drop Sampler tea gift set is perfect for the tea beginners who have no idea how to brew a cup of tea. The tea drops in this set, made from genuine tea leaves that are pressed together, is designed for the user to just drop it in the cup, fill it with water, and the tea is brewed and ready to drink! Because it’s organic and all-natural, there’s also bound for residue at the bottom of the cup, giving the tea beginner a chance to be keen about tea leaf fortunes!
3. World Botanicals Tea Set
Just like how tea is from all around the world, it is also from countless of plants and flowers. For the tea beginners with a flowery taste bud, the World Botanicals Tea Set is just the one for them! This set from Palais des Thes introduces five tubes of loose tea of different floral plants, perfect for the ones with a flavourful taste palate.
Tea gift sets for learners
While tea is for drinking, there are things that can be learned as well. Tea has such a rich history and numerous cultures that some of us are not knowledgeable on just yet. For the curious tea drinkers, there are tea drink sets out there that introduces specific areas on the tea topic for one to learn about. With so many aspects of tea, these tea learners are in for a treat for quite some time.
4. Tea Leaf Reading Kit
If one watched Harry Potter before, then they should know about the art of tea symbols. Often times, natural and organic loose tea leaves leave behind tea residue at the bottom of the cup, and they’re almost always different in shapes, size, and form. This Tea Leaf Reading Kit comes with a brief history, instructions and dictionary of symbols that will allow you to decode the tea residue at the bottom of your cup.
5. Teas of the Boston Tea Party
For the history enthusiasts, this Teas of the Boston Tea Party set will bring you all sorts of excitement. Learn about the Boston Tea Party in 1773 as one partake in the different types of tea introduced in this tea gift set, which were among those tossed into the Boston Harbor.
Tea gift sets for a special occasion
As it has been said, tea gift sets do not have to be given during a special occasion but it can be for one as well. There are endless of gift sets out there that cater to numerous occasions — so many that one can be stumped over the choices that they have. From birthdays and parties to anniversaries and holidays, there’s bound to be one that’s exactly what you’re looking for for that specific event.
6. Teabloom Complete Tea Blooming Set
Complete with a rose gold teapot, this Teabloom Complete Tea Blooming Set is the ideal tea gift set for a romantic event — a partner’s birthday, Valentine’s Day, or even an anniversary present. This tea gift set includes two hand-ties blooming tea that will fill up the teapot with a beautiful and magnificent edible flower, fully bloomed to add the aesthetic feature of the tea. The teapot in this tea gift set is not limited to blooming teas only — an infuser is included to allow brewing of tea bags and loose tea leaves as well.
7. You’re My Cup of Tea & Treats Gift Basket
This all-rounder tea gift basket is perfect for any occasion and event — from spiritual holidays like Christmas and Thanksgiving to a casual party gift and birthday present. The basket of You’re my Cup of Tea & Treats Gift Basket fills the tea cup-designed basket with a delicious assortment of premium teas and treats to go along with the tea sipping. Everything from black tea to green tea can be found right in this gift basket — isn’t it just perfect?
Tea gift sets for the adventurous
We all have that adventure-seeking friend, even if it comes to tea. While the teas available on market covers almost every inch of possibility for tea, it’s always exciting to try new things for ourselves. Whether it is combining different types of tea together or making tea from scratch, the idea is thrilling on its own. There are tea gift sets out there catering to these adventurous pals, packed with the tools and accessories needed for them to undergo these experiments.
8. Black Tea Blending Kit
The Black Tea Blending Kit consists of just about the most premium black teas ever. They’re all packed as loose tea leaves to allow the user to mix and match leaves and make their own blend. One can choose to just brew one kind of tea, or combine two or more infusions to find out their personal, signature blend!
9. DIY Chai Tea Kit
This DIY Chai Tea Kit doesn’t just have the loose tea leaves for your mixing activity, but also accessories like strainers and airtight tin cans required for your tea adventure. With individually packed spices and essential tools, one can begin to make their own chai tea from scratch! Not only is this an adventurous tea gift set, one may learn a thing or two about the history of chai tea!
Tea gift sets for self-care
Teas are mostly made for drinking, but there are other uses to it as well. The health benefits don’t just limit to the internal parts of a human body but also the external. These self-care tea gift sets are perfect for a close friend who needs a hug full of love or even for yourself as a reminder to treat yourself right first and foremost.
10. Tea Bag Eye Masks
Can you imagine a tea bag designed specifically as eye masks? Well, it exists! This Beauty Sleep Tea Eye Bags of two sets is a perfect tea gift set for a quick relaxation to calm and soothe one’s mind through the act of having green and jasmine tea bags placed on top of the eyes. This not only relaxes one’s body but also assists with dark circles and eyebags. It’s recommended to freeze the steeped tea bag eye masks before putting it on to have the best experience yet.
11. Bath Tea
What’s better than drinking tea? Bathing in tea! These Bath Tea gift sets are made for the comfort and relaxation that tea gives in the form of a bath. Rather than absorbing the benefits through sips of tea, heal from the aromatherapy of lavender as it cleanses and calms the skin. This Bath Tea gift set not only cleans but is full of vitamins and anti-inflammatory benefits that improves your skin health as well!
12. Cold Weather Comfort Tea Gift Set
Getting the flu or cold is one of the most horrible feelings in the world. The Cold Weather Comfort Tea Gift Set is designed to tackle that horrific feeling in an instant. Filled with all sorts of tea to relieve stress, give a boost of energy, provide immune support and more, this is a perfect tea gift set that one should have at the ready for when the time comes.
Who would’ve thought tea gift sets can be so versatile yet specifically thoughtful? There are countless of tea gift sets out there that one can pick to suit the occasion and person they’re giving to. Not only is it a special and personal gesture, tea gift sets last quite some time and are extremely useful, so it’s not a one-time use of a gift and that’s important!
