Tea FAQs
Sipsy Tea FAQs
What kinds of teas does Sipsy sell?
The ones we couldn't leave alone.
Sipsy is where our original blends and mashups live. Black, green and white teas, rooibos, herbs, fruits, flowers, spices and botanicals can all find their way into a Sipsy blend when the combination is worth sipping.
Sometimes we'll start with something familiar—a breakfast tea, Earl Grey or another classic—and give it a little Sipsy treatment. Other times, we're following a flavor idea wherever it decides to go.
Looking for beautiful teas that don't need us meddling with them? You'll find those under Source & Savor Pure Teas.
Basically, if it's good enough to make us stop and ask, “Wait…what IS that?” it has a chance of ending up here.
Does Sipsy sell loose leaf tea or tea bags?
Both.
Loose leaf is where a lot of the magic happens around here, and most Sipsy blends will be available that way. But we're not tea bag snobs. Convenience has a seat at the table too.
When a blend brews beautifully in a tea bag, you may find it that way too. Not every blend will automatically make the cut. Some ingredients need more room to expand, some pieces are too large, and sometimes loose leaf simply gives you the better cup.
If we put a Sipsy blend in a bag, it's because it belongs there—not just because we could fit it.
Why should I drink herbal teas?
Uhh, because they're DOPE!
But seriously, herbal teas open up an entirely different world of flavor. Flowers, roots, fruits, herbs, peels, seeds and spices can all end up in the cup, which means there's a lot more to explore than traditional tea leaves alone.
Many botanicals also have long histories of traditional use around the world. We love that history, but Sipsy isn't here to diagnose, treat or cure anything.
Sometimes you can just drink something because it's ridiculously good.
Why should I drink loose leaf tea?
Because there's something about seeing exactly what's going into your cup.
Loose leaf teas generally use whole or larger pieces of leaves, herbs and botanicals, giving the ingredients room to expand as they steep. That can mean more aroma, more complexity and a cup where you can actually see what you're drinking.
Many loose leaf teas can also be steeped more than once.
Loose leaf is still sitting at the head of the table.
But sometimes you don't want the infuser, the measuring or the cleanup. We get it. That's exactly why some Sipsy blends will also be available in tea bags.
Same Sipsy. Easier exit strategy.
Does Sipsy sell loose leaf tea or tea bags?
Both.
Sipsy is loose-leaf-forward, but we're not making you pull out an infuser every time you want a good cup.
Some blends will be available loose, some in tea bags, and some will give you the choice of either. It really depends on the blend. Certain ingredients need more room to expand, while others brew beautifully in a tea bag without sacrificing what made us love the blend in the first place.
If a Sipsy tea is available both ways, choose your adventure. Want the full loose leaf ritual? We've got you. Need something you can drop in a cup and keep moving? We've got you there too.
Either way, we're not putting a blend in a tea bag just because it'll fit. The cup still has to be good.
How many cups can I make from Sipsy tea?
That depends on the blend—and how you're buying it.
Loose tea is sold by weight, and different ingredients take up very different amounts of space. A fluffy blend full of flowers and leaves won't measure the same way as a dense black tea or finely cut rooibos.
For loose tea, use the recommended amount listed on the individual product. Your Sipsy tea bags will already be portioned for the amount of water listed in their brewing instructions.
Many teas can also handle another steep, so don't automatically toss those leaves after cup one.
Check the individual product for its recommended serving and brewing instructions. We'll tell you what that particular tea wants.
How long should I steep my tea?
Here's a good starting point:
- Green tea: 1–3 minutes at 175–185°F
- White tea: 2–5 minutes at 175–185°F
- Black tea: 3–5 minutes at 200–212°F
- Rooibos: 5–7 minutes at 200–212°F
- Herbal teas: 5–10 minutes at 200–212°F
Then experiment.
Like it stronger? Use a little more tea. Want it lighter? Back it down.
And always check the individual product instructions. A Sipsy blend may combine ingredients that deserve their own brewing instructions rather than whatever the internet says about its base tea.
Your cup. Your rules.
Can I steep my tea more than once?
Sometimes, absolutely.
Many quality teas can give you more than one good steep, and the flavor may even change from one cup to the next.
Whether you should go back for round two depends on the tea and what's in the blend. Some ingredients keep giving. Others have said everything they had to say the first time.
Before you toss it, give it another steep and see what happens.
Where does Sipsy source its teas?
Wherever the good stuff takes us.
Sipsy sources teas, herbs, spices and botanicals from trusted suppliers and regions around the world. As I travel, taste and discover, you'll also see flavors inspired by the cities, cultures, markets and people I encounter along the way.
Sipsy blends are created from our own recipes and flavor combinations. Some discoveries may only be here for a season.
Origin and other relevant sourcing information will be included with individual products whenever available.
What should I do if I have an allergy?
Please read the complete ingredient and allergen information for a product before ordering or consuming it.
Sipsy does not provide individualized medical or allergy advice, and we're not going to guess when your health is involved. If you have a known or severe food allergy, contact us with a product question before purchasing and consult your healthcare professional when appropriate.
What is a Teaser?
Commitment issues? We understand.
A Teaser is Sipsy's smaller size—a chance to try something new before deciding you need more of it in your life.
Because different teas and botanicals have different densities, the exact amount and number of cups will vary by blend. You'll find the net weight and brewing guidance on each individual product.
Try it. Judge it. Come back for the bigger bag.
No pressure.
Okay, a little pressure.
How should I store my tea?
Tea likes the same kind of environment some of us do: cool, dry and away from unnecessary drama.
Keep your tea tightly sealed and away from heat, moisture, direct sunlight and strong odors. Tea can pick up surrounding aromas, and Pear Pressure does not need to know what your garlic powder has going on.
Close the package properly after each use and follow any storage instructions included with the product.
Is Sipsy the same as Source & Savor?
Same house. Different room.
Sipsy is the original tea-blending side of Source & Savor—the place for our own tea blends, mashups and slightly nosy flavor experiments.
Source & Savor is the bigger table. That's where you'll find our Pure Teas, spices, seasonings, pantry finds, curations and whatever else we decide is worth bringing home.
Sipsy gets to play with the tea.
Source & Savor gets to wander the whole pantry.
SAYOR.
Sip At Your Own Risk.