45 Delightful Gifts for Tea Lovers to Savor
New blends to try, practical gift sets and unusual products that reflect their love for the beverage.
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There's never a right or wrong time to enjoy a cup of tea — in the morning, at night before bed or during the work day. Avid tea drinkers appreciate the little pick-me-up that this ritual can provide, whether they're sitting in their office cubicle or cozying up with a good book prior to hitting the sack. To make a loved one's tea drinking experience even sweeter, why not treat them to a product or two that they'll look forward to using every time they sit down for a cuppa? That's why we're sharing the best gifts for tea lovers, which range from the highly practical to the witty.
If you're looking to splurge a bit, consider treating a tea drinking pal to something luxe like a tumbler that will keep their tea warm for hours on end or a special collection of cups and saucers — we've sourced the most beautiful Alice in Wonderland themed set that is sure to become a forever favorite of theirs. If you're sticking to more of a budget, you can never go wrong presenting your recipient with something cute like a heart-shaped infuser or a matcha sampler that they'll enjoy trying out over time.
Whether you're shopping for Grandma or any other tea lover in your life, we've provided you with plenty of possibili-TEAs (get it?) that are bound to be crowd pleasers. Any of these picks make great hostess gifts, too!
Rather than seeping a tea bag for a few minutes, just drop one of these in hot water to enjoy the flavor. This set comes with eight different ones, including citrus ginger, sweet peppermint and blueberry açai.
This mug (that's equipped with an infuser) has five stars on Amazon. Why? Along with taking your pick of 13 colors, it has an easy-to-hold handle that's designed to withstand heat.
There are scented candles, and then there's this Earl Grey candle that smells exactly like their favorite blend. It's made of coconut wax, meaning they can enjoy the candle much longer.
Now here's a set of place cards that'll make anyone want to plan a tea party. This set of six — three teacups and three teapots — boasts gold stems, making them a no-fail pick to add character to any table.
The Good Housekeeping Institute loves this 1.7-liter electric kettle for a few reasons. Along with an ergonomic handle, it has six pre-programmed temperature settings to suit a range of tea drinkers. You can even clearly see how much water is in the kettle without ever opening the lid. Genius, if you ask us!
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Everyone needs a trusty stirrer spoon to make sure their cuppa tastes just right. This one features an extra special phrase that's ideal for the tea drinker who's also a bookworm.
While this tea set is intended for pretend play only, it would make a sweet gift for an adult looking for some tea-themed trinkets to display on their built-ins. The little cups and saucers are also great for housing jewelry, succulents, spare change and more.
Nothing is more appropriate for a whimsical tea lover than this Alice in Wonderland themed tea set, which is sure to make an appearance at every gathering they host. When it isn't in use, it will look fabulous on their kitchen shelving and make for an instant conversation starter.
Delicate vintage teacups have been repurposed into charming candles that are begging to be displayed in a tea lover's home. When the wax is burned through, your recipient can easily clean out the cup and use it traditionally once again.
A funky handbag will never fail to take an outfit to the next level, and this one is bound to be a showstopper. Unlike some novelty purses, it's actually quite sizable, so you can feel good about its practicality.
You can't go wrong with this stainless steel tumbler (it's 22 ounces, by the way!), complete with an infuser for their favorite loose leaf tea.
Every month, they'll get four personally curated types of tea, (including exclusive brands!), which will produce up to 48 cups. Yep, enough to last them the whole month.
Are they struggling with getting a good night's rest? Place a few boxes of this calming chamomile mint tea in a pretty gift basket, and you're all set.
Beyond adding a dose of personality to her cooking space, this enamel teapot with a stainless steel rim can hold enough water for six cups of tea. Choose from one of four colors to complement her kitchen aesthetic.
Packed with good-for-you antioxidants and antibiotic properties, this raw honey is produced on a Hunterdon County Farm. It's refreshing blend of wildflower and lemon is perfect for sweetening their favorite tea.
If they appreciate the French bakery Ladurée as well as an unexpected present, these macaron-shaped surprise balls are perfect. Each one contains a few sweet gifts, including a joke and an enamel butterfly charm.
These heart-shaped tea bags, which are made in France, are almost too cute to use. But when they do, they'll find joy in every variety. The box comes with 5 English Breakfast, 5 Earl Grey and 5 White Berry teabags.
Bring a dose of Jonathan Adler's energetic design style into their abode with a high-fired porcelain teacup and saucer. The hexagon pattern and gold details are just what they need to add a touch of sophistication to their daily ritual.
Matcha lovers, rejoice. A favorite of Stefani Sassos, deputy director of the GH Institute's Nutrition Lab, this sampler includes eight different matchas from Japan. "I love that this sampler offers a variety of matcha options that are high-quality and unique in flavor," she says.
They can use these four eye-catching silicone infusers over and over again for any loose tea of choice, including finer varieties. The leaf topper helps remove it from hot tea with ease.
Monique Valeris is the home design director for Good Housekeeping, where she oversees the brand's home decorating coverage across print and digital. Prior to joining GH in 2020, she was the digital editor at Elle Decor. In her current role, she explores everything from design trends and home tours to lifestyle product recommendations, including writing her monthly column, "What's in My Cart."
Sarah Lyon is a New York City-based freelancer who produces interior design, travel and lifestyle content. Her work is featured in outlets including Apartment Therapy, Architectural Digest, MyDomaine, The Washington Post and The New York Times. Plus, her personal spaces have appeared on Apartment Therapy, The Everygirl, Houzz and more.
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