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I was given a discount code for the tea box. I was hesitant on even wanting to give this a try. I watched a bunch of reviews on YouTube and saw some of the unique blends that folks got, so I figured I’d take the risk for a 50% discount code. I’d do it for the channel, give some honest feedback, enjoy the teas…Instead, they sent me Stash, Twinings, bagged peppermint, and a small (one cup) sample of ‘strawberry tea.’ I was disappointed with the results, especially since I chose the option they listed on the site, “My blood is tea.” I think if I were to share tea with a supposed advanced palate, I’d offer better teas. I felt like this box was put together in a hurry while shopping at the local grocery store, and they grabbed whatever tea seemed available at the time. I was going to order another box for February, but at the full price ($16 USD), I’d rather spend the money elsewhere.

I just got my first box! I was really curious for awhile, after seeing ads on instagram and different youtube videos. Haha, I tried to an unboxing video on it, and discovered that I have no stamina for talking for long periods of time, and also no idea how to project my voice, look at the camera or just talk into thin air. In short I’m a terrible orator, I haven’t decided if I actually want to upload it yet.

My first box:
Pumpkin spice Black by Davidsons Organics
Organic Assam by Mana teas
Calm by TeaPigs
Organic Chinese White by Made of Tea

I’m really only excited by the Calm tea, but I’ll try the other ones, I guess.
I’m really liking the muslin/paper tea bags they give you with loose leaf teas. I’ll use my gravity steeper at home, but they’ll be good for travel, much appreciated.

Oh neat, I didn’t realize we were reviewing tea subscriptions, too!

So, I discovered this on Instagram and was immediately fascinated. I’ve been subscribed for six months now and I am still really happy with it. It’s $15 a month, and you get about 4 cups’ worth (usually a little more) of 4 different teas based on your personal tastes. The quiz you take when you sign up is really detailed and lets you eliminate all kinds of teas or flavors you know you don’t like. So far, I have liked almost everything they’ve sent.

My only issue is that they send paper filters for loose leaf and I don’t need them. I have several reusable infusers. There’s no way to opt out, unfortunately, and I’d feel bad throwing them away, so I don’t know what to do. They’re piling up.

Other than that, this is rad. I’ve discovered so many new tea companies and the discounts you get for being a subscriber are amazing.