This is Tea Time

Darjeeling Harvest Update

This year we’re delighted to announce the return of Bungalow – our blend of First and Second Flush Darjeeling – as a seasonal offering. Fitting as the Champagne of teas,...

Say Hello to our First-Ever Tea Café

Two years ago, we dreamed of bringing a new concept to life where tea and plant-based foods wove seamlessly together from leaf to cup to plate. On Saturday, May 29th, 2021, that dream comes true with the Grand Opening of our brand-new Smith experience in Northwest Portland.

Tea Time with Carrie Smith

With the new year in full swing, we’ve spent some time steeping ourselves in the history of Steven Smith Teamaker. We recently sat down with Carrie Smith––the daughter of our co-founder, Steven Smith––to discuss her father’s legacy, and how her own fondness for tea has deepened over the years.

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Matcha

With its increasing popularity, many of us of becoming more familiar with the brighter and distinct style of green tea: matcha. Here are some uncommon facts you might not already know about this fine elixir.

8 Daily Rituals to Promote Wellness

Daily Rituals to Enhance Wellness: Take control of your life with these quick, science-backed mindfulness routines.

From a Valentine’s Day Tea and Chocolate Tasting to Art, Food, Fashion, and Film: February’s Best Online Experiences

Tea and chocolate, Sundance Film Festival, fashion week, Margaret Atwood, and more: the best virtual, online experiences and events for February 2021.

Thanksgiving Tea Pairing Guide

"The Pause," by Smith Teamaker Co-founder, Kim DeMent Smith

I have created a new ritual for myself to occupy the extra time I've gained in the mornings since “the pause.” I set up a tiny tea cart upstairs in...

Moments of Calm with Smith's Teamakers

The ability to practice mindfulness during uncertain times is a skill which requires intentionality and repetition. Healthy habits like deep-breathing, yoga and meditation can help us take a step back...

Recipes to Make from Home

Curiosity, creativity, and experimentation are cornerstones of our legacy here at Smith Teamaker. We miss sharing our creations with you in our tasting rooms, so we decided to take a...

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide

We’ve been on a serious floral kick here at Smith Tea recently, so finding the perfect bouquet for your Valentine is easier than ever this year. Because of the popularity...

Taking on the New Year with Head Teamaker Ravi Kroesen

We all have ambitions for the new year, and the new decade: eating cleaner, exercising, fostering a healthy work-life balance, disengaging from our phones, and spending quality time with loved...