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Close-up of golden tea cakes with text honoring tea cakes as a symbol of Black resilience in Black history.

Tea Cakes: A Sweet Staple of Black History

Tea cakes aren’t just a snack—they’re a story. Born from resilience and resourcefulness, these soft, simple cookies have been a staple in Black homes for generations. Enslaved African Americans, denied…
Graphic of person stirring loose leaf tea, with text explaining the meaning and importance of steeping.

Tea Term Tuesday: Steep

Steeping is the key to unlocking the rich flavors and aromas hidden within tea leaves, but did you know there’s more to it than just soaking leaves in hot water?…
Tea Term Tuesday graphic on tea grading, explaining grading history, systems & how grades impact tea quality & flavor.

Tea Term Tuesday: Tea Grading

Hey there, tea lovers! Ever wondered what’s up with those mysterious tea grades like FTGFOP or BOP? Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Tea grading is all about sorting leaves by…
A graphic featuring two cups, one with a creamy, coffee-like Notffee tea and the other with a deep blue Dream Come Blue tea. The text reads "Beat the Sunday Scaries" with "Notffee" and "Dream Come Blue" emphasized, showing how these two blends can help alleviate stress.

Sip Away the Sunday Scaries: Our Guide to a Stress-Free New Year

The Sunday Scaries don’t have to take over your weekend, especially as you embrace the possibilities of a new year. Moody Teas is here to help you conquer those Sunday…
A colorful assortment of tea-infused mocktails in various glasses, featuring fresh fruit garnishes like orange slices, berries, and mint, highlighting the creativity of Dry January drinks.

Sip in Style: Tea Mocktails for a Refreshing Dry January

Dry January is the perfect time to explore the world of tea mocktails, combining the health benefits of going alcohol-free with the creativity of crafting delicious, mood-evoking drinks. From refreshing…
A collage showing cinnamon sticks, hazelnuts, coffee beans, and chocolate squares. Text overlay reads, “MOODY TEA NEWS, Spilling the Tea: Natural vs Artificial Flavors.” A call-to-action below states, “For the latest news → moodyteas.co/blog.

Spilling the Tea on Natural and Artificial Flavors

Ever wondered what makes your favorite tea blends taste so irresistible? In this post, we’re spilling the tea on natural and artificial flavors—what they are, where they come from, and…
A promotional graphic for a Tea Term Tuesday blog post about caffeine. The background features an artistic blend of coffee beans and loose-leaf black tea. The text highlights the benefits of tea’s natural caffeine paired with L-theanine, which provides steady, focused energy without jitters. It teases the exploration of caffeine variations across teas, brewing techniques, and alternatives like guayusa and yaupon.

Tea Term Tuesday: The Buzz About Caffeine in Tea 🍵

Looking for the perfect energy boost? Tea's natural caffeine pairs beautifully with L-theanine to deliver steady, focused energy without the jitters. In this week’s Tea Term Tuesday, we explore how…
A graphic titled "3 Reasons Why Gut Health Matters" from @moody.teas. The background is a green grid pattern, and the text is presented in three white boxes: the first box says "Affects Your Mental Health" with an explanation about the gut-brain connection improving mood regulation and reducing stress; the second box says "Keeps Your Immune System Running" explaining that 70% of the immune system resides in the gut, aiding body defenses; the third box says "Gives You Energy to Keep You Going" explaining how a healthy gut absorbs nutrients to provide energy. Arrows and minimalist design elements connect the sections.

A Fresh Take on Gut Health: Discover Minty Fresh

When it comes to gut health, finding a simple yet effective solution can feel daunting. Enter Minty Fresh, a refreshing herbal blend crafted to support digestion and soothe the stomach.…
Schedule graphic for this week’s markets. Text reads: "This Week’s Markets." Includes three events: January 11, Logan Square Farmers Market, 9 AM - 1 PM; January 12, Farmers Market at the Dole, 10 AM - 2 PM; January 12, South Loop Farmers Market at Water Tower Place, 12 PM - 4 PM. Background shows a clear glass of tea with pine branches in a wintery setting.

Celebrate National Hot Tea Day with Us This Weekend!

Join us online this weekend for 20% off your favorite teas, combining our Hot Tea Month and National Hot Tea Day discounts! Plus, we're back for our first market weekend…
A stylish French press filled with an herbal tisane surrounded by glassware, with blurred orange flowers in the background. The text overlay includes “MOODY TEA NEWS” at the top, “Spilling the Tea” in smaller text, and “WTF Are ‘Tisanes???’” in bold letters. At the bottom, it says: “For the latest news → moodyteas.co/blog

Spilling the Tea: WTF is a Tisane?

When it comes to tisanes (pronounced tee-ZAHN or ti-ZAN), the first question that pops up is: WTF are they? Here’s the scoop—tisanes are hot drinks made by steeping plants like…