Moody Teas

A graphic titled “3 Ways to Show Up for Trans People on Giving Tuesday.” The background is a soft blue fabric texture. On the right is a close-up photo of someone holding a waving transgender pride flag. Text on the left explains that Giving Tuesday is a time to support organizations, uplift trans-led spaces, and take actions that pour into the trans community. A small “Swipe” button appears at the bottom.

How to Support Trans People This Giving Tuesday (For Real)

Giving Tuesday isn’t about doing the most — it’s about doing what matters. Whether you’re donating, uplifting creators, or choosing gifts that pour into the community, here are three ways…
A warm-toned image featuring a red mug of tea placed on a dark textured surface, surrounded by scattered autumn leaves and acorns. The text on the image reads, “Giving Thanks — From Our Table To Yours,” with “moodyteas.co” centered at the bottom.

A Different Kind of Thanksgiving: What We’re Thankful For This Year

This Thanksgiving, we’re giving thanks with full hearts and open eyes. We’re honoring Indigenous communities and the land we stand on, celebrating the markets and makers who keep us going,…
Iridescent purple and blue background with a floating iOS-style pop-up notification. The pop-up reads: “Even More Transcendence is Coming! Get your mug ready — our Black Friday sale starts in one week! More tea = more impact!” Below the message are two buttons labeled “Okay” and “Remind Me.” The design echoes the color-shifting aesthetic of Moody Teas’ Transcendence blend.

Even More Transcendence Is Coming… just in time for Black Friday.

Get your mug ready — our Transcendence Black Friday sale starts in one week. Save big, sip with purpose, and support trans rights with every cup.

The Magic (and Science) of Butterfly Pea Flower: It’s More Than Just a Pretty Blue Tea!

Butterfly pea flower isn’t just a pretty blue tea — it’s a natural wonder packed with antioxidants, adaptogens, and color-changing magic. Here’s how it works, why it matters, and where…

5 Ways to Show Up for Trans Awareness Week

This Trans Awareness Week, we’re honoring the beauty, resilience, and strength of the trans community — and reflecting on how we can all do better to create a world where…
Promotional graphic for Transcendence, a Peppermint x Moody Teas collaboration. The top features a close-up of Peppermint’s face in cool blue tones with the text “Transcendence – Peppermint x Moody Teas” and a button reading “Available Now” linking to moodyteas.co/transcendence. Below are three product images labeled “Custom Tea,” “Gift Set w/ Mug,” and “Collectable Tin,” showing the vibrant blue tea and silver embossed packaging.

Introducing Transcendence: Peppermint x Moody Teas

Our first-ever collaboration blend, created with the one and only Miss Peppermint, is all about transformation, authenticity, and joy. This color-shifting tea celebrates what it means to live boldly and…
Teal gradient graphic with the headline ‘Steeping Change: Why Collaboration Is Important to Moody Teas.’ Lower text reads ‘Peppermint x Moody Teas — Limited Edition Collab launching November 1st.’ On the right, a stylized teal-toned close-up of a person’s face looking upward.

Collaboration Is How We Steep Change

Tea tastes better when we make it together. At Moody Teas, collaboration is how we steep real change—keeping quality tea accessible, celebrating LGBTQ+ joy, and putting people over profit. That’s…
Text on a black background with "Black Friday" written in bold white text, crossed out with a red slash. Below, it says, "Because who needs Black Friday when we have Black Friday prices every day?!" in smaller text. The Moody Teas Instagram handle, @moody.teas, is listed at the bottom.

Why We Don’t Do Black Friday Sales (And Why Small Business Saturday Is Different)

Let’s be real—Black Friday is chaos. Long lines, endless emails, and the pressure to snag “deals” that often aren’t even that great. At Moody Teas, we skip the frenzy because,…
A festive graphic promoting the Chicago Artisan Market. The top text reads: "Saturday & Sunday, November 30 & December 1, 11 AM - 5 PM, 4325 N Ravenswood Ave." The center features the Chicago Artisan Market logo surrounded by a holiday wreath with red berries. A red circular badge reads: "Shop from 200+ local artists and small businesses!" At the bottom, bold text says: "Free Tickets - Use code MOODY for a free ticket!" The design uses a red and green holiday color palette with leaf patterns in the background.

Moody Teas at the Chicago Artisan Market + How to Get Your Free Ticket!

Join Moody Teas at the Chicago Artisan Market in Ravenswood this November 30 and December 1 for a weekend of shopping, sipping, and supporting local artisans! We’re thrilled to bring…
An image showing a Black man in business attire looking down with a somber expression, while three other people with logos of Harley-Davidson, Ford, and John Deere over their faces appear to ignore or reject him. The overlay text reads, "COMPANIES MOVING AWAY FROM DEI ARE RACIST," highlighting the blog post's argument that companies reducing DEI initiatives are choosing to uphold exclusionary practices, sending a negative message to marginalized groups.

John’s Big Black Takes: Companies Moving Away from DEI Are Racist

It was only a few years ago that corporate America made a fervent commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). CEOs issued lofty promises of racial justice, putting out statements…