Trends3 min read
Real Tea vs. Tea Extract, Part 1
Why whole leaf tea is becoming a stronger choice for clean label beverage brands. A look at flavor, sourcing, and what clean label really means.
Read article
Field Notes
Spill The Tea
Stories, science, and sourcing insights from the world of African tea. For buyers, formulators, and anyone who cares about what goes into their cup.
Processing5 min read
Real Tea vs. Tea Extract, Part 2
A closer look at how tea extracts are made, what spray drying does to tea, the carrier question, and why some brands are choosing a different path.
Read article
Origins5 min read
Rwanda: The Unexpected Tea Powerhouse
How a small East African country became one of the most exciting origins for specialty tea, and why buyers are paying attention.
Coming soon
Education7 min read
Orthodox vs. CTC: What Commercial Buyers Need to Know
Two processing methods, two very different flavor profiles and applications. A practical guide for beverage manufacturers choosing their tea base.
Coming soon
Ingredients4 min read
Purple Tea: Kenya's Antioxidant Powerhouse
Rich in anthocyanins and GHG compounds, Kenyan purple tea is gaining traction in functional beverages. Here's what makes it different.
Coming soon
Sustainability6 min read
What Regenerative Organic Actually Means for Tea
Beyond the buzzword. How regenerative practices improve soil health, tea quality, and farmer livelihoods in Malawi and beyond.
Coming soon
Sign Up for Free Market Intelligence
Origin updates, industry trends, and sourcing insights delivered to your inbox. Built for procurement teams and beverage developers.
Get in Touch