Pursuing Our North Star
By Raj Vable, 1 comment
After opening the Kumaon factory, we decided it was time to refine our mission & vision. Discover the creative process behind our guiding words: joy, partnership, and balance.
Young Mountain Tea Tales: Our Blog
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The Making of A Tea Maker
By Raj Vable, 1 comment
From an off-grid Himalayan ridge to the helm of a farmer-run tea factory, Desmond twice chose community over self; first by returning home, then by helping launch India’s first farmer-owned...
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The New Face of Nilgiri Teas
By Raj Vable, 46 comments
Meet Muskan Khanna, a young woman revolutionizing southern Indian teas. She's leading one of the country's first all-women team of tea makers at the Tea Studio, a new high-end tea...
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Impact of Supply Chain Ownership
By Raj Vable
Tea factories turn harvested leaves into teas we love, increasing their value 10x. Now, we own the engine—both a moral win and a business advantage. Learn how we’re using it...
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Why We Source Whole-Leaf Teas
By Raj Vable
We source only the highest grades of whole-leaf teas we can find from our Himalayan farmer partners. Find out why these hand-harvested beauties taste better and look more appealing in...
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Coffee Vs. Tea Beyond Caffeine
By Raj Vable, 5 comments
In response to Michael Pollan’s latest book, we offer a balanced comparison of the world’s two most iconic caffeinated drinks. Find out how they differ (hint: it’s not just their...
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Why We Chose Equity Crowdfunding
By Raj Vable, 1 comment
When we launched our equity crowdfunding campaign through WeFunder, we committed to a grassroots approach that opens our ownership to a whole world of new partners.
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Black Tea Cupcakes Recipe
By Mitra Nite
Try making these delightful black tea cupcakes with lemon zest icing for a surprising burst of flavor. The caramel notes from the black tea make them truly special!
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Sinensis Vs. Assamica
By Mitra Nite
Ever wondered about the main differences between the sinensis & assamica varietals of the tea plant? And how this affects the tea you are drinking? Read more to find out…
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Raising Income By Raising Yield
By Raj Vable, 1 comment
In Kumaon, low yields hinder farmers' earnings. To enhance Himalayan farmers' incomes, we're working to raise tea bush yields. Explore the steps we're taking to amplify harvests and uplift communities!
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6 Tips for Brewing Tea at Home
By Raj Vable, 7 comments
For those times when you want tea house quality steeps in the comfort of your own home, we’ve compiled our top tips for making the most of your at-home tea...
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Why Is Green Tea Good For You?
By Ingrid Remak, 1 comment
Many of us dutifully drink our cups of green tea because along the line we heard someone say “Green tea is so good for you!" followed by, “because of all the...
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Zero Waste 101
By Raj Vable, 1 comment
In our journey to develop tea bags that we can stand behind, we discovered that sustainable packaging is battle ground zero (waste) for greenwashing. Learn what we uncovered and how...
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