26 Best Gifts for Tea Lovers
From lovers of loose-leaf tea to those who prefer it iced, we've rounded up the best gift ideas for tea lovers.
Tea is more than just a caffeinated drink. It's been one of the most popular beverages worldwide since ancient times. From Chinese emperors to British royalty, tea is the beverage of choice for many. And if you're a tea enthusiast or you're shopping for one, we've rounded up our favorite tea gift ideas, from essential gadgets to items that will expand their knowledge and palate for tea.
Get yourself a teapot that can do it all. This teapot is self-heating, ensuring your entire pot of tea is the perfect temp to the very last drop. And while that's cool and all, the heating pad doubles as a wireless charger for your phone and other devices — talk about convenient!
A sweet surprise awaits them in these teacups. Once they finish their cuppa, they'll find a dainty floral motif at the bottom of the cup. The set of four stoneware mugs features hand-painted florals, greenery, and creatures and is both microwave- and dishwasher-safe.
While dainty porcelain tea sets and electric kettles are great and all, every tea lover dreams of one day owning the quintessential copper kettle. And not just any copper kettle. We're talking about a Simplex copper kettle — the kind you leave on your stove 24/7 just so you can look at it.
The love of tea isn't limited to a piping hot cuppa. In fact, iced tea is such a favorite among the masses that many people don't even associate it with the hot stuff. This glass dispenser is big enough to handle a party-sized batch of iced tea, so there's always plenty to go around.
Tired of waiting around for your tea to reach the optimal temperature only to take a sip that's lukewarm and lackluster? Us too. That's why we're big fans of this temperature-controlled Ember Smart Mug 2, which you can control with your phone.
If you think precision scales are reserved for coffee snobbery, think again. Incorporating a scale into your tea habit can be all it takes to consistently steep the perfect cup. Use it to dose your loose-leaf tea, then again to precisely pour the ideal amount of water. And while most kitchen scales are unsightly, the Acaia Pearl is one you'll feel fine leaving out on the counter.
You may recognize this iconic check pattern. It's none other than MacKenzie-Childs' Check design in tea kettle form. Trust us, anyone would be thrilled to receive this beloved enameled teaware. It's a decor statement in and of itself — it just happens to have superior conductivity, too.
For the friend who loves matcha, gift them this beautiful set for making traditional matcha at home. Each box contains a slim bamboo scoop, sized just right for prepping a single serving; a bamboo Chasen, or a tea whisk, to help create a perfectly smooth emulsion; plus a ceramic chawan, or tea bowl, for both mixing and enjoying the final masterpiece.
Give the gift of the prettiest tea party with these beautiful green and white floral tea cups and saucers. Microwavable and dishwasher-safe, this set might look dainty, but it's surprisingly durable, making it a great choice for novice tea fans too.
Know a lover of all things herbal and green tea? The Clipper Tea sampler is the box for them. Filled with 45 bags of assorted herbal and green teas, they're sure to find one (or several) they love. Rest assured, the tea experts at Clipper travel the world to source the best fair-trade organic ingredients, ensuring you get the best-tasting cup and a clear conscious. All this for under $0.50 per cup? Don't mind if we do.
There's no wonder this tea set is the bestselling tea set on Amazon — it's drop-dead gorgeous. While we love the pretty-in-pink set shown above, this picture-perfect tea set is available in nine different colors and includes six tea cups, six saucers, six teaspoons, a teapot, a sugar bowl, a cream pitcher and a stainless steel tea strainer. Seriously — how could you pass it up?
For the person who loves loose leaf or likes to bring their good stash with them on the go, these biodegradable tea bags would make a great stocking stuffer. Since these bags are biodegradable and don't have any metal staples, they can be tossed directly in the compost bin.
Le Creuset is renowned for its quality craftsmanship and seriously good looks, and this enameled porcelain tea kettle is no exception It's sold in 11 colors, too, so you'll be able to further cater your tea gift to your loved one.
With nothing more elaborate than a cup and hot water, these organic morsels of tea, sugar and aromatic spices dissolve into a delightful cup of tea that can be enjoyed anytime, anywhere. The sampler set includes nine tea drops of a mix of flavors.
For the friend who's always finding the best bubble (boba) tea in new cities, this kit will help them to satisfy their cravings at home. The kit comes with two loose-leaf tea flavors (royal milk and uncommon chai), 10.5-ounce boba tapioca pearls, two reusable, dishwasher-safe stainless steel straws large enough for the tapioca pearls and instructions for making this delicious Taiwanese bubble tea.
Meet your stovetop's new centerpiece. Caraway's Whistling Tea Kettle is a modern take on the classic kitchen essential, constructed with non-toxic materials to keep your boiled water clean and free of harmful chemicals. Available in seven stunning colors, there's a kettle for every style of kitchen. One thing to note is that the stainless steel handle does get too hot to handle when the water is boiling, but Caraway does include a pot holder with every tea kettle purchase, so you can always safely pour your hot water.
There is a tea for everything — to feel refreshed in the morning, to help you sleep at night, to soothe the throat, to curb that sweet tooth, etc. Tea boxes, whether they're newly opened or only have four bags left, can take up a lot of space. This compact tea organizer looks small, but it holds more than 100 bags, and the clear, removable compartments make it easy to find and access the exact tea you want.
For a kettle that will look beautiful on display, gift this sleek matte black electric kettle from Bodum. Made of stainless steel and featuring a cork handle, the narrow spout is designed for precision pouring, which means it's also great for pour-over coffee.
Brew iced tea at home easily with this cold brewer that has a built-in filter. All it takes is adding loose leaf tea and cold water and steeping in the fridge for 3-6 hours. The built-in filter prevents tea leaves from falling into the cup when you pour the tea. It's that easy.
For loose-leaf tea lovers, an infuser is a must-have. There are several infusers to choose from out there, but I doubt you will find one as lovable and functional as this monster. Fill the belly with loose-leaf tea, place in a cup and pour the tea. The dinosaur head looks adorable as it peeks out of your cup, and you can use the neck as a handle to easily remove it from your cup.
These stylish and stackable double-walled glass mugs keeps your beverage hot or cold for longer and feels comfortable to the touch (no more burned fingers). Plus, I love clear glass teacups because I can easily see how long to steep loose leaf tea to the desired color and potency.
You may think frothed milk is reserved only for coffee drinks, but your tea-loving friend may still want the frothy goodness of milk. Enter the tea latte (We recommend Bobby Flay's recipe.) It's just like a regular latte, but it's made with brewed tea, and it wouldn't be a true latte without frothing the milk using this handheld frother.
For making tea anywhere, a collapsible kettle is a unique and thoughtful gift idea so that the tea lover in your life will never be without boiling water for a cup of tea.
Ditch the plastic bear and opt for a whimsical piece that’s more sustainable. This glass honeycomb jar looks super chic on a tea tray or out on the counter.
For a gift that keeps on giving, go for a monthly tea subscription box. With black, green, herbal, spice and fruity options, this box has a tea for every taste bud. Best of all, each box contains enough tea to enjoy at least one cup every day of the month.
Perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea, this book would make a great gift for anyone who wants to learn more about their favorite drink. The top-rated book highlights blends, tastings and ceremonies from around the world and includes recipes for creating your own tea rituals at home.