Many people love giving a tea gift for special occasions. You can create custom baskets for any reason this way. An expectant mother will love a basket with safe teas for pregnancy to help her relax. A recent graduate will appreciate a gift that has teas for relaxation and energy to get them started in the real world. Anyone who loves tea will enjoy a basket full of gourmet tea products. You can put together a tea gift that anyone will enjoy. Here are a couple of tips to do this well.
Flowering Tea Gift Sets
A flowering tea gift set not only gives a great tasting tea, the presentation is beautiful. Many companies sell these sets for under $50. The set will include a clear glass tea top and special blooming tea flowers. The bloom is placed at the bottom of the pot, and hot water is poured over the bloom. As the tea brews, the bloom opens. This leaves you with a full flower in the pot to enjoy as you drink the tea. Another great thing about blooming teas is they can typically be used for more than one brew cycle. You can find these tea gift sets at any specialty store, or online. Numi tea makes a flowering tea box that you can order for around $60 at www.numitea.com.
For the Caffeine Fiend
We all have friends or family that can’t seem to live without caffeine. Whether they constantly have a cup of coffee in their hands, or they rely on unhealthy sodas, giving them a tea gift can be appreciated. You can find tea blends that are designed to increase energy and have caffeine. Look for blends that are made with ginseng, vitamins B6, or licorice. You can also find dark teas that have a flavor similar to coffee. If you make a tea gift basket on your own, include some of their favorite coffee related goodies as well. A couple boxes of tea, some single pot size pouches of coffee, gourmet biscotti, cinnamon sticks, and individual packets of sweetener and cream will go over very well with the coffee lover.
Thank You Gifts
A tea gift is universal enough to use for anyone. If you want great thank you gifts, think about making a basket that includes some tea. Even those who don’t drink tea often will appreciate this. Look for tea blends that are universal. Orange pekoe tea, iced tea mixes, and teas for relaxation are all good ideas as a thank you.
Wine, Cheese and Tea Baskets
Wine, tea, and cheese gift baskets are the perfect gourmet gift option for those who enjoy bold flavors. Many people don’t think about cheese and tea pairing well, but they do! Dragon Well teas pair perfectly with soft cheeses like Brie. White Peony tea can help mellow out a sharp cheese. Cheddar cheese tastes great when it’s paired with black tea. A smoky cheese will taste great with a delicate tea like Sencha. Create a basket with a couple mid priced bottles of wine, some cheese wedges, a sample pack of tea, and a variety of crackers. This will create a tea gift basket that is both memorable and highly appreciated by anyone.
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