about tea

teapigs' FAQ page all about tea - the no-nonsense guide to your brew questions! Sniff out our sourcing standards, get nifty with brewing know-how, and find out why our tea is a cut above the rest. One click closer to a superior cuppa!

where does tea come from?

Explore the world from your teacup! Discover how tea leaves from the tropics of Cancer and Capricorn to the enchanting grounds of Cornwall bring diverse flavours. Join us in the origins tale of your beloved brew.

where does herbal tea come from?

Very strictly and technically speaking, herbal "teas" are not really "teas" at all because they don't come from the tea bush (Camellia Sinensis), but herbal "infusions" but we're not very technical so either is just fine. There are hundreds of herbal

what is rooibos or red tea?

Rooibos tea, often known as either redbush tea or just plain red tea, is not from the Camellia Sinensis bush, therefore is technically a herbal tea.

why does tea vary so much in taste?

Growing conditions, soil, climate and altitude all make a big difference to the quality of a tea. In addition, the process that the leaves go through, and the skill of the people involved, will ultimately decide a tea's taste.

where do teapigs teas come from?

We buy our tea and herbal infusions from all around the world, including countries as diverse as Rwanda, Taiwan, China and India.

is tea a diurectic?

Any drink that contains caffeine (either naturally or added) is considered a diuretic, but the effect will depend on how much caffeine is consumed – a few cuppas shouldn’t have a diuretic effect, but lots throughout the day might, and it will vary fr

why do your teas cost so much?

It's fair to say that our teas are more expensive than traditional "supermarket" teas. But it simply comes down to quality; the finest quality whole-leaf teas cost more. How could we deliver the exquisite taste of the finest teas from around the worl

what is the caffeine content of teas?

All teas from the Camelia Sinensis plant (so black, green, white and oolong teas) naturally contain caffeine in varying amounts, depending upon a number of factors - in particular, where it is grown and how it is brewed. Typically the caffeine conten

how is the caffeine removed from your decaf english breakfast?

The tea leaves are wet, then have hot, pressurised CO₂ passed through it (yep, the same stuff you breathe out all day!). The caffeine & CO₂ molecules grab hold of each other and are whisked away, leaving the tea unharmed behind. It's then filtered ou

what are flavourings?

We know the word ‘flavourings’ can sound a little suspicious and scary, but never fear – no nasties are hiding in your tea! We use natural flavourings (like natural oils and extracts) in some of our teas to round out the flavour and ensure the end br

are all of your teas suitable for vegetarians and vegans?

All of our teas are suitable for vegetarians. However, our rooibos crème caramel and chocolate & mint teas are not suitable for vegans. This is due to these blends potentially containing traces of milk or containing condensed skimmed milk. You can fi

how much liquorice root can I consume in a day?

You may have noticed we have a warning about avoiding excessive consumption on any of our teas that contain more than 10% liquorice root - but how many cups is excessive? Some studies on the effect of liquorice on the body suggest that it has the pot

I have a corn allergy - does this mean I can't drink teapigs?

While the material for our tea temples is derived from corn starch, the intense process it goes through means that it’s highly unlikely any traces of corn are left within our products. However, we can't guarantee that all traces have been removed so

made in a factory that handles nuts

Our teas are blended and packed in a factory that handles nuts. While none of our blend recipes contain nuts, and every precaution is taken to ensure there is no cross-contamination we believe we should make you aware of this. The nuts used in the fa

I have a gluten allergy - do any of your teas contain gluten?

None of our teas contain gluten or any gluten products.

can i have tea when pregnant or breastfeeding?

We would suggest consulting your GP if you have any concerns about drinking teas or infusions during pregnancy or whilst breastfeeding.