Imagine a tea that transcends seasons, offering comfort in the sweltering heat of summer and warmth in the chilling winds of winter. These are the teas that become eternal bestsellers, captivating customers and ensuring their return. Their success isn't just a fleeting trend; it's a testament to their enduring appeal, recognized by both us and our long-term business clients.

Recognizability:

The names or flavor profiles of these teas resonate with tea drinkers, making it easy for them to decide what to order. For new customers, seeing a familiar name can ease decision fatigue and encourage them to place a first order. They use these teas as a benchmark for quality. For example, if they know what Earl Grey is supposed to taste like, they can try yours and compare it to their expectations. If your tea meets or exceeds their expectations, you earn their trust and inspire them to make more purchases with you as their tea curator.

Quality:

However, recognizability alone is not enough if the product does not live up to quality standards. You can easily find a dozen or more Earl Grey blends at the local grocery store, but these are typically less fresh, lower quality leaf grades, and designed to meet a low price point for budget shoppers. This will not do for the premium tea drinker – their leaves need to add more to the cup and dazzle on the palate.

Consistency:

A good tea vendor strives for consistency, which is a tall order with natural products and unpredictable weather patterns. We work hard every year to keep tea costs low while maintaining consistent quality and flavor from harvest to harvest. The consumer does not care. They expect their favorite teas to be the same – always reliable and always delicious. We do our best, and it shows in the longevity of these teas.

Without further ado, here are our timeless bestsellers:

Earl Grey Bravo - classic bergamot and rich black tea. Don't miss its bestselling sister Earl Grey Moonlight with creamy vanilla that softens, sweetens, and adds decadence.

English Breakfast - No tea menu is complete without a breakfast tea. A great brew to start any morning.

Jasmine Phoenix Pearls - Elegance and complexity, this tea delights with beguiling jasmine notes and a layered, light-bodied cup.

Gyokuro - This traditional premium Japanese tea offers rich umami notes from its shade-grown leaves. A special experience for green tea lovers.

Citrus Mint Green- This tea covers two flavor profiles, uplifting citrus and cooling peppermint. It will delight your customers while serving in this double-duty capacity. Refreshing yet grounding.

Peach Oolong - Peach is a people pleaser - a well-loved fruit and one of our bestseller flavor profiles with the smooth, enhancing notes of Taiwan grown oolong. Hot or iced, it is a bestseller throughout the year.

Wild Strawberry - Hibiscus and strawberries combine in this delicious caffeine-free tisane. Nearly a quarter of a century on the bestsellers list!

Masala Chai - Another tea menu staple: A solid spiced chai blend! It warms in winter and cools in summer when served as an iced latte. A true must-have!

Chamomile - An herbal mainstay with soft apple notes and a light-bodied presence. Offer this in its pure form or in one of our blends such as Foxtrot with mint, rooibos and a touch of vanilla. Soothes the tummy and the spirit while offering worldwide recognition.

Rooibos Vanilla - Rich and warm dark sugar aroma of vanilla with mellow and grounding Rooibos herb from South Africa.

Looking for more? These are just a few of our favorite year-round teas. Email us (cynthia@adagio.com) for more tea menu insights and make the most of every season!