{"title":"Fair Trade","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe makers represented here source materials and ingredients from international producers who are paid at or above fair market prices. This promotes greater equity and sustainability in areas of the world where communities and their resources are at risk of exploitation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"organic-darjeeling-tea","title":"Organic Darjeeling Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHampstead Tea's signature, award-winning Darjeeling Black Tea is a fragrant and aromatic tea that's perfect for a light brew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe secret to their tea's unique flavor is its origin: Makaibari Tea Garden, Darjeeling, India. This natural Eden at the foothills of the Himalayas uses regenerative farming methods. Only the highest quality organic leaves are hand harvested, withered, and rolled by master teamen. The result is an aromatic and flavourful cup of fair-trade tea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTasting notes: \u003c\/em\u003elight, soft, floral, muscatel and fruity tones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e100% Darjeeling black tea\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eHampstead Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eUK\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e20 tea bags in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eplastic-free and compostable sachets with an outer pouch \u003cspan\u003emade from Natureflex biodegradable material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eUse one tea bag per person. Brew with freshly boiled water and infuse for up to three minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHampstead Tea offers a useful guide for crafting the perfect brew\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Perfect Brew by Hampstead Tea | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/www.hampsteadtea.com\/pages\/the-perfect-brew\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe folks at Hampstead Tea believe that when they work \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ewith the earth and treat it and its people well, mother nature rewards them with strong, healthy crops and excellent tea. Everything they produce is organic and grown in tea gardens that are biodynamic and fair trade.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hampstead Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40035095969857,"sku":"","price":9.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/products\/organic-darjeeling-tea-boston-general-store-5659009.jpg?v=1760389298"},{"product_id":"malawian-hibiscus","title":"Malawian Hibiscus Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eComins’ Malawian Hibiscus is a lively, flavorful herbal loose-leaf tea. Known for its bold, tart, tangy profile, hibiscus offers notes reminiscent of cranberries and pomegranates, with a subtle citrus edge. Its bright, refreshing taste is matched by a deep ruby-red infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmers: \u003c\/em\u003e In Malawi, one of the poorest countries in the world, transparency and diversification lie at the heart of a brighter tea future. The 198 independent farmers of the Msuwadzi Small Holder Association, working with the Satemwa organization, are demonstrating just how this can be achieved through their YAMBA brand. Their approach supports smallholders to grow and pluck high-quality leaves which are then processed into fully traceable orthodox teas sold at a premium through the Satemwa network. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ehibiscus tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eMsuwadzi Small Holder Association + Comins Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSatemwa Estate, Malawi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e50 g loose herbal tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe packet and label are both certified as industrial compostable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 2 tsp of tea for every 6.8 oz. (200 mL) of water, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eheated to 176\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e℉.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSteep for 2 minutes, or until desired. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSweeten with sugar or honey to your liking, and enjoy!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese tea leaves can be brewed up to three times—just place the leaves to one side and reuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40427566334017,"sku":"","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/malawian-hibiscus-boston-general-store-8355908.jpg?v=1760388742"},{"product_id":"puer-for-preservation","title":"Puer for Preservation Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eCrafted to bring center and balance, Comins' Puer for Preservation is an aged shu pu'er tea from Yunnan, China, prized for its rich, smooth character and earthy flavor profile. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeveloped in the 1970s, this tea undergoes an accelerated fermentation process known as \"wet piling\", created to mimic the effects of long-aged raw pu'er. The result is a dark, full-bodied infusion with earthy, woody sweetness and notes of red dates, dark fruit, and subtle mushroom-like undertones. Typically yielding a deep brown to near-black liquor, it's often enjoyed for its soothing, digestive qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmer:\u003c\/em\u003e  On the southwest border area of Yunnan sits the World Heritage Site Jingmai Mountain, home to a mix of the Dai, Blang, Hani, and Wa communities. This pu'er, from Bulang elder Mr. NanKang's community, is grown naturally following the rules and traditions of his ancestors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe explains,\u003cspan\u003e \"\u003c\/span\u003eThe Puer tea market is in chaos—individual sellers are pushing the price of puer ever higher, people bringing in tea and mixing it with our ancient leaves, piling it and saying it is puer. I cannot manage the market. I only know that our life is shorter than the life of a tea tree so to protect it is a huge responsibility. Our duty is to operate with respect, integrity \u0026amp; honesty\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eshu pu'er tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eMr. NanKang + Comins Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Bai La Co-operative, MangJing Village, Mount Jingmai, Puer County, Yunnan Province, China \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e40 g loose tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe packet and label are both certified as industrial compostable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 2.5 g (1 tsp) of tea leaves for every 6.8 oz. (200 mL) water, heated to 212\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e℉.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep for 30 seconds on the first infusion, then 15 seconds thereafter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese tea leaves can be brewed up to eight times—just place the leaves to one side and reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40427566694465,"sku":"","price":24.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/puer-for-preservation-boston-general-store-8473163.jpg?v=1760388742"},{"product_id":"shining-bright-malawian-white","title":"Shining Bright Malawian White Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eComins' Shining Bright Malawian White is a full-bodied yet mellow loose-leaf tea from the Shire Highlands in Malawi. Known for its delicate, naturally sweet flavor, white tea is the least processed type of tea, resulting in a clean cup that brings forth gentle floral and earthy notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmers: \u003c\/em\u003e In Malawi, one of the poorest countries in the world, transparency and diversification lie at the heart of a brighter tea future. The 198 independent farmers of the Msuwadzi Small Holder Association, working with the Satemwa organization, are demonstrating just how this can be achieved through their YAMBA brand. Their approach supports smallholders to grow and pluck high-quality leaves which are then processed into fully traceable orthodox teas sold at a premium through the Satemwa network. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eMalawian White (BSPM - broken white tea)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eMsuwadzi Small Holder Association + Comins Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSatemwa Estate, Malawi\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e50 g loose tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe packet and label are both certified as industrial compostable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 2.5 g of tea leaves for every 6.8 oz. (200 mL) water, heated to 194\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e℉.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep for 3 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese tea leaves can be brewed up to four times—just place the leaves to one side and reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40427567284289,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/shining-bright-malawian-white-boston-general-store-3319083.jpg?v=1760388741"},{"product_id":"the-greenest-green","title":"The Greenest Green Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eComins' Greenest Green is a bright, grassy, and rounded loose-leaf green tea from the Kyushu Island of Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSencha is known for its light, delicate character—distinct from the richer, more umami-forward profile of matcha. This Shiarore sencha is crafted from Saemidori cultivar tea leaves, a variety prized for its natural sweetness, vivid green liquor, and low astringency. The result is a smooth, gently vegetal cup with a soft, lingering sweetness. It features notes of peach, edamame, and fresh spinach, with a clean finish and lower caffeine content compared to fully shaded leaf teas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmer:\u003c\/em\u003e  Originally a fruit and vegetable farmer, Irie-san discovered the nourishing qualities of green tea following a period of ill health. Inspired by its benefits, he set out to cultivate the healthiest tea possible on his two-hectare farm in Fukuoka Prefecture. Today, he and his team mentor a small group of young, dedicated growers in organic farming, working toward a shared vision: transforming their hometown of Kuroki-cho into a fully organic community.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eShiarore sencha tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eToshiro Irie + Comins Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eFukuoka prefecture, Kyushu Island, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e40 g loose tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe packet and label are both certified as industrial compostable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 2.5 g of tea leaves for every 6.8 oz. (200 mL) water, heated to 176\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e℉.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep for 1 minute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese tea leaves can be brewed up to four times—just place the leaves to one side and reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40427567317057,"sku":"","price":23.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/the-greenest-green-boston-general-store-3127694.jpg?v=1760388741"},{"product_id":"oolong-for-an-organic-future","title":"Oolong for an Organic Future Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eComins' Oolong for an Organic Future is a nutty, strong, and deliciously woody loose-leaf oolong tea from Nantou County, Taiwan. Jin Xuan tea leaves are known for producing oolong with creamy, milky tones and a smooth texture, complemented by an underlying sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmers:  \u003c\/em\u003eTea production in Taiwan is highly collaborative, with numerous steps contracted out to small, specialized businesses. This oolong is the result of a partnership between two young brothers—who aim to gain organic certification for their family tea garden—and a master baker with a visionary plan to become carbon neutral or even carbon negative within the next two years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this highly networked tea system, their work has the potential to inspire others to follow the same path. In an industry that must attract and retain more young people, the hope is that this pioneering approach will demonstrate first-hand how exciting a positive, sustainable future in Taiwanese tea can be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eJin Xuan tea (medium oxidized, baked in a three-step, multi-stage process)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eTsai Brothers (tea farmer), Yu Wen (tea baker) + Comins Tea \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eNantou County, Taiwan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e50 g loose tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe packet and label are both certified as industrial compostable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 5 g of tea leaves for every 13.5 oz. (400 mL) water, heated to 194\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e℉.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep for 2 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese tea leaves can be brewed up to six times—just place the leaves to one side and reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40427567644737,"sku":"","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/oolong-for-an-organic-future-boston-general-store-4468841.jpg?v=1760388739"},{"product_id":"uplifting-darjeeling","title":"Uplifting Darjeeling Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA BGS favorite from our Comins selection, Uplifting Darjeeling is a deep, toasty loose-leaf tea that warms from the first sip. Its light body carries a layered, aromatic character with notes of fruit, florals, and a subtle musky sweetness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmers:  \u003c\/em\u003eThe livelihood of around 180 farmers is closely tied to Bhawesh Niroula’s tea factory in the village of Chotta Poobong, Darjeeling. Created by Bhawesh's father in 2015, the factory has created dozens of local jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe explains, \"Our cooperative and independent tea-processing facility offers our employees and farming partners two to three times the average tea garden rate in Darjeeling, while also providing people with purpose, livelihoods, and hope for the future at a time when many young people are leaving Darjeeling’s farming villages for the city.\"  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients: \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDarjeeling tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eBhawesh Niroula Tea Factory + Comins Tea \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNiroulas Cooperative, \u003c\/span\u003eChotta Poobong, Darjeeling, India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e  50 g loose tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe packet and label are both certified as industrial compostable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 2 tsp of tea leaves for every 13.5 oz. (400 mL) water, heated to 203\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e℉.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep for 3 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese tea leaves can be brewed twice—just place the leaves to one side and reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40427567677505,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/uplifting-darjeeling-boston-general-store-2325592.jpg?v=1760388741"},{"product_id":"earl-grey-for-elephants","title":"Earl Grey for Elephants Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarl Grey for Elephants is a loose leaf black tea featuring organic Italian Bergamot oil for a beautiful, refreshing, and aromatic cup. Pair it with your favorite lemon dessert, buttery shortbread, or alongside a piece of bitter dark chocolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmer:\u003c\/em\u003e  Diverted from their traditional migration route through the Terai-Dooars belt along the Mechi river, an increasing number of elephants are finding their way onto farmland, including Sonia Jabbar's tea estate. The threat of human-elephant conflict is very real, but on the 1,200-acre Nuxalbari tea estate, they receive a warm welcome. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is no ordinary tea estate. In a black-tea market beset with high-yield, low-value teas, Sonia is focused on quality, honoring the soil, tea bushes, trees, and community (a community that includes elephants). Sonia explains, \"The elephants know how to move in between rows of tea. Had it not been so, my estate wouldn't have survived.\" \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eblack tea, organic Italian Bergamot oil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSonia Jabbar + Comins Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eNuxalbari Tea Estate, Darjeeling, West Bengal, India\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e50 g loose tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe packet and label are both certified as industrial compostable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eUse 2 tsp of tea leaves for every 13.5 oz. (400 mL) water, heated to 203\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e℉. \u003c\/span\u003eSteep for 3 minutes.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40427568103489,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/earl-grey-for-elephants-boston-general-store-2489848.jpg?v=1760388741"},{"product_id":"a-strong-empowered-nepali-breakfast","title":"A Strong \u0026 Empowered Nepali Breakfast Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA Strong \u0026amp; Empowered Nepali Breakfast is a flavorful, rich, and malty loose-leaf black tea from Jasbirey Village in Ilam, East Nepal. Enjoy it as a robust black tea, or prepare it in the traditional Nepali style as Masala Chai with milk and warming spices.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmer:  \u003c\/em\u003eAt the foothills of biodiverse Kanchanjangha and the world heritage wetland site Mai Pokhari, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChandra Bhushan Subba and his wife Twistina\u003c\/span\u003e lead a pioneering cooperative. They aim to be the first in Nepal to create complete transparency in the tea supply chain, setting a new standard for Nepal tea. As a trainer on the Nepali Tea Board, Bhushan provides the technical, financial, and agricultural support needed to ensure the cooperative's prosperity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eNepalese black tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBimala Mukhia + \u003c\/span\u003eComins Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eJasbirey Village, Ilam, East Nepal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e50 g loose tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe packet and label are both certified as industrial compostable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 2.5 g of tea leaves for every 6.8 oz. (200 mL) water, heated to 212\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e℉.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteep for 3 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese tea leaves can be brewed up to three times—just place the leaves to one side and reuse.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40427568136257,"sku":"","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/a-strong-empowered-nepali-breakfast-boston-general-store-4302322.jpg?v=1760388741"},{"product_id":"comins-tea-gift-set","title":"Comins Tea Gift Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eTravel the world through a cup of tea with the Comins Tea Gift Set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeaturing a selection of single-estate loose-leaf teas from around the world, this tea assortment offers a taste of Comins' range of specialty teas. From bright and grassy green sencha to mellow Malawian white, this sampling set makes a thoughtful gift for the tea lover in your life. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach set includes the following teas in individual 15 g packets:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Comins A Strong \u0026amp; Empowered Nepali Breakfast Tea | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/products\/a-strong-empowered-nepali-breakfast\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eA Strong \u0026amp; Empowered Nepali Breakfast\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Comins Shining Bright Malawian White Tea | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/products\/shining-bright-malawian-white\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eShining Bright Malawian White\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Comins Oolong for an Organic Future Tea | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/products\/oolong-for-an-organic-future\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOolong for an Organic Future\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Comins The Greenest Green Tea | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/products\/the-greenest-green\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Greenest Green\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Comins Uplifting Darjeeling Tea | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/products\/uplifting-darjeeling\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eUplifting Darjeeling\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eassorted teas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eComins Tea + dedicated tea growers and partners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003evaries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003efive individual packets, each containing 15 g loose tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40450052784193,"sku":"","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/comins-tea-gift-set-boston-general-store-1312534.jpg?v=1760388559"},{"product_id":"powdered-sencha-green-tea","title":"Powdered Sencha Green Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eDeliciously smooth, this powdered sencha from Comins is a green tea with a bright, savory taste. Made to be enjoyed cold, it offers a refreshing moment of calm when you need it most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA staple of daily life in Japan, sencha is known for its light, delicate character—distinct from the richer, more umami-forward profile of matcha. This green tea is crafted from Saemidori, one of Japan’s most prized cultivars, celebrated for its vibrant color, crisp flavor, and natural sweetness. The leaves are gently steamed shortly after harvest to preserve their vivid green hue and fresh, vegetal notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmer: \u003c\/em\u003eOriginally a fruit and vegetable farmer, Irie-san discovered the nourishing qualities of green tea following a period of ill health. Inspired by its benefits, he set out to cultivate the healthiest tea possible on his two-hectare farm in Fukuoka Prefecture. Today, he and his team mentor a small group of young, dedicated growers in organic farming, working toward a shared vision: transforming their hometown of Kuroki-cho into a fully organic community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003epowdered sencha green tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shunnosuke Irie + \u003c\/span\u003eComins Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eYame, Fukuoka, Kyushu Island, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e40 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 1 tsp of powdered sencha per 8.5 oz. (250 mL) of cold water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShake well until evenly mixed and no powder remains settled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePour through a fine-mesh sieve or filter into a cup. Enjoy over ice!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43512672321601,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/powdered-sencha-green-tea-boston-general-store-1120737.jpg?v=1780057629"},{"product_id":"akios-shin-gyokura-green-tea","title":"Akio's Shin Gyokuro Green Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduced in the Yame region of Japan, Akio’s Shin Gyokuro is a shaded loose-leaf green tea with deep, rich umami and a hint of natural sweetness. Made from young, delicate leaves, it yields a smooth, full-bodied cup reminiscent of \u003cem\u003efukamushi, \u003c\/em\u003eor deep-steamed teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Japan’s most renowned cultivars, Yabukita produces a well-balanced tea with bright, vibrant flavors and subtle herbal and mineral undertones—qualities often found in high-altitude mountain-grown teas. Enjoy this tea as a moment to focus and ground yourself, bringing a sense of calm to wherever your day leads.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmer:  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAkio Kurihara is a nationally recognized, fourth-generation, award-winning tea farmer. He is one of six growers working a small, secluded plot in Yame where this tea is produced. His work aims not only to share the depth and complexity of umami-rich Yame tea, but also to preserve and showcase the region’s knowledge and craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eshade-grown Yabukita green tea leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAkio Kurihara + Comins Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYabe-mura, Yame-shi, Fukuoka prefecture, Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e50 g\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 4 tsp of tea for every 6.8 oz. (200 mL) of water, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eheated to 176\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e℉.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSteep for 1 minute, or until desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese tea leaves can be brewed up to four times—just place the leaves to one side and reuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43705582911553,"sku":null,"price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/akios-shin-gyokuro-green-tea-boston-general-store-4441423.jpg?v=1780057628"},{"product_id":"irie-ceremonial-matcha","title":"Irie Ceremonial Matcha","description":"\u003cp\u003eLight, refreshing, and gently grassy, this ceremonial matcha reveals a delicate umami sweetness that unfolds with each sip into a smooth, balanced finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted exclusively from first-harvest leaves, this matcha is shaded for at least 20 days before picking—a process that deepens its natural sweetness and umami while softening bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese leaves are stone-ground using a traditional \u003cem\u003eishi-usu\u003c\/em\u003e mill, producing an exceptionally fine, velvety powder that whisks effortlessly to a smooth, creamy texture. While there is no common definition for ceremonial-grade matcha in Japan, this is the standard by which they judge the tea to be 'ceremonial'.\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmer:\u003c\/em\u003e  Originally a fruit and vegetable farmer, Irie-san discovered the nourishing qualities of green tea following a period of ill health. Inspired by its benefits, he set out to cultivate the healthiest tea possible on his two-hectare farm in Fukuoka Prefecture. Today, he and his team mentor a small group of young, dedicated growers in organic farming, working toward a shared vision: transforming their hometown of Kuroki-cho into a fully organic community.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eshade-grown matcha green tea powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Shunnosuke Irie + \u003c\/span\u003eComins Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eYame, Fukuoka, Kyushu Island, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e40 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 2 tsp of matcha for every 2.7 oz. (80 mL) of water. Sift the matcha into your bowl to remove any lumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoil water, then let it cool for about 40 seconds, or until it reaches 176°F (80°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the water to the matcha and whisk vigorously until a rich, frothy layer forms on top. Enjoy immediately while frothy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eComins recommends enjoying this matcha plain. Optionally, you can serve over ice, sweeten, or add milk to your liking!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43705585664065,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/irie-ceremonial-matcha-boston-general-store-6526415.jpg?v=1780057629"},{"product_id":"masahiro-kumas-benihara-black-tea","title":"Kumaen Black Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eMasahiro Kuma’s Kumaen tea is an elegant Japanese loose-leaf black tea with a gentle, clear, and refined taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kumaen black tea is made from carefully shaded leaves, covered for around 20 days prior to harvest, which softens bitterness and enhances natural sweetness. It uses the Benihikari cultivar, a Japanese variety developed specifically for smooth, aromatic black tea with low bitterness and mild sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to Sri Lankan and Indian black teas, it's a bit more delicate—offering a bright, stone-fruit-like aroma and a clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmer:  \u003c\/em\u003eAward-winning Kazumi Nakatani is a fourth-generation tea farmer, working alongside her cousin, head tea master Masahiro Kuma. The pair tend a 4.5-hectare tea farm, one of a small group of producers cultivating a secluded area in the Yame region of Japan. Masahiro and Kazumi aim not only to produce high-quality Japanese black tea, but to create a cup that genuinely moves those who drink it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eshaded Benihikari black tea leaves\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:\u003c\/strong\u003e  \u003c\/em\u003eMasahiro Kuma \u0026amp; Kazumi Nakatani + Comins Tea\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eYame-shi, Fukuoka prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e50 g loose tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 4 tsp of tea for every 6.8 oz. (200 mL) of water, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eheated to 194\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e℉.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSteep for 1 minute, or until desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThese tea leaves can be brewed up to four times—just place the leaves to one side and reuse.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43705585958977,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/kumaen-black-tea-boston-general-store-8891029.jpg?v=1780057629"},{"product_id":"yutas-premium-yabukita-matcha","title":"Yuta's Premium Yabukita Matcha","description":"\u003cp\u003eYuta's Premium Yabukita Matcha is a carefully crafted, high-quality matcha tea—vibrant, grassy, and refreshing. A natural addition to Comins' range of specialty teas, it's sourced from a small-family run tea company in Japan, led by Yuta Nagatani. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from Japan’s renowned Yabukita cultivar, this well-balanced matcha offers bright flavor with subtle herbal and mineral notes. Roasted at a slightly higher temperature, it develops a subtle, toasted almond-like flavor. It's ground using an \u003cem\u003eishi-usu\u003c\/em\u003e, a traditional Japanese stone matcha mill, until it achieves a fine, velvety texture for smooth whisking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for everyday enjoyment or mindful moments, it delivers a rich cup rooted in centuries of Japanese tea-growing tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAbout the farmer:  \u003c\/em\u003eRaised among the fields and factory, Yuta learned traditional cultivation and harvesting techniques from his father. Today, he leads his family’s seventh-generation farm in Ujitawara—the birthplace of Japanese green tea—operating since the end of the Edo era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIngredients:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eshade-grown Yabukita matcha green tea powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade by:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eYuta Nagatani + Comins Tea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eUjitawara, Kyoto prefecture, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e40 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse 2 tsp of matcha for every 2.7 oz. (80 mL) of water. Sift the matcha into your bowl to remove any lumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoil water, then let it cool for about 40 seconds, or until it reaches 176°F (80°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the water to the matcha and whisk vigorously until a rich, frothy layer forms on top. Enjoy immediately while frothy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eComins recommends enjoying this matcha plain. Optionally, you can serve over ice, sweeten, or add milk to your liking!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurther Reading:  \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eSince 2007, Rob \u0026amp; Michelle Comins have traveled the world building lasting relationships with growers to bring exceptional, flavorful selections to tea drinkers everywhere. Each tea reflects their commitment to environmental care, responsible cultivation, and the communities of growers they work with. Comins balances quality and value, making loose leaf tea an everyday pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDiscover more loose leaf teas in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/comins-tea\" title=\"Comins Tea | Boston General Store\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eComins Tea collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Comins Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43705586647105,"sku":null,"price":42.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0211\/7300\/files\/yutas-premium-yabukita-matcha-boston-general-store-1965381.jpg?v=1780057630"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.bostongeneralstore.com\/collections\/fair-trade\/chocolate.oembed","provider":"Boston General Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}