{"title":"Start Here","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a hand-picked list of teas that we universally recommend to new tea enthusiasts. These are staff favorites, bestsellers, and easy to approach teas that lack extreme flavors or astrigency.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"english-channel-earl-grey-black-tea","title":"English Channel Earl Grey, Black Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eOne of the most popular tea varieties worldwide, Earl Grey is popular for good reason. Despite having a bright citrus component, the English Channel Earl Grey is as smooth as the calmest seas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 ounces makes ~30 cups of tea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Undertow Trading","offers":[{"title":"2 oz.","offer_id":43648479658203,"sku":"UTT-ECEG-02","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 oz.","offer_id":46720776143067,"sku":"","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/5029\/0395\/files\/IMG-0943.heic?v=1775430978"},{"product_id":"goldcrest","title":"Goldcrest, Black Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eNamed for a bird native to Nepal, this tea's country of origin, Goldcrest will have you flying high! A high caliber black tea, Goldcrest sports a luxurious black and gold leaf color, with long curled leaves that make for a rich visual experience. Sporting notes of caramel, baked fruits, and a mild smokiness, Goldcrest has a smooth finish with a long lasting mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for Cold Brew Tea as well!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Undertow Trading","offers":[{"title":"2 Oz.","offer_id":44278309028059,"sku":"UTT-GC-02","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 Oz.","offer_id":47609631965403,"sku":"UTT-GC-01","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/5029\/0395\/files\/730016DD-5C09-4474-BF4D-06A220521212.jpg?v=1775432816"},{"product_id":"dreamleaf-white-tea","title":"Dreamleaf, White Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eLight and smooth, Dreamleaf gained a legendary ranking from us due to its approachability amongst white teas. Originating from Nepal, this white tea sports an aroma and taste that will remind you of a dewy, invigorating spring morning. With notes of honey, stonefruit, and a mild floral component, Dreamleaf stands out with a nuanced taste and excellent mouthfeel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Undertow Trading","offers":[{"title":"2 Oz.","offer_id":44278307094747,"sku":"UTT-DL-02","price":17.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Oz.","offer_id":47609627902171,"sku":"UTT-DL-01","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/5029\/0395\/files\/IMG-0964.heic?v=1775432577"},{"product_id":"cartographers-chai","title":"Cartographer's Chai, Black Tea Chai","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Cartographer's Chai is a light and savory chai blend that is a departure from the traditional masala chai. With less spice and more citrus notes, The Cartographer's Chai has become an Undertow favorite and bestseller. For a decaf version, check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/undertowtrading.com\/products\/celestial-chai-tea\"\u003eCelestial Chai.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGolden Tips Black Tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSFTGFOP Black Tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGinger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Cardamom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLemongrass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCinnamon Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrange Peel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Undertow Trading","offers":[{"title":"2 Oz.","offer_id":44278306406619,"sku":"UTT-CARC-02","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/5029\/0395\/files\/IMG-0952.heic?v=1775431763"},{"product_id":"celestial-chai-tea","title":"Celestial Chai (Decaf), Herbal Chai Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis chai will send you over the moon! Our Celestial Chai is a milder, non-caffeinated version of our Cartographer's Chai, without the black tea. This chai blend has a lighter touch when it comes to spice, giving off an aroma and taste similar to tonics found at old school soda fountains.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGinger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Cardamom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLemongrass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cinnamon Leaves \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrange Peel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrewing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 Teaspoons per 8 Fl Oz. of water; Temperature: 210°F; Steep Time: 5 Minutes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Undertow Trading","offers":[{"title":"2 Oz.","offer_id":44278305489115,"sku":"UTT-CEC-02","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/5029\/0395\/files\/IMG-0950.heic?v=1775431497"},{"product_id":"nepali-oolong","title":"Nepali Oolong, Oolong Tea","description":"\u003cp\u003eMild and approachable, our Nepali Oolong is a great introduction for those unfamiliar with the oolong variety. Oolong is a semi-oxidized tea; a halfway point between green and black tea. Our Nepali Oolong leans slightly more oxidized, with flavors of biscuits, sweet spices, and caramel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOolong Tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do I brew Oolong Tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOolong tea tends to prefer a cooler brewing temperature compared to black and green teas, with a temperature recommendation of 160\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e°\u003c\/b\u003eF (71\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e°\u003c\/b\u003eC). It is also has a steep time that is shorter in duration than green teas, with a recommended steep time of 3 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Undertow Trading","offers":[{"title":"2 Oz.","offer_id":44278309585115,"sku":"UTT-NEO-02","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Oz.","offer_id":47621078384859,"sku":"UTT-NEO-01","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/5029\/0395\/files\/CA807ABB-F505-4005-B029-0EB9958FCE6F.jpg?v=1775450275"},{"product_id":"korean-yuzu-herbal-tea-tisane","title":"Korean Yuzu, Herbal Tea (Tisane)","description":"\u003cp\u003eImported from Hadong Province, South Korea, this pure Yuzu (Yuja) tisane brews into a light and refreshing cup of tea, with a crisp and full citrus that gives a mild hint of zest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Undertow Trading","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47047440662747,"sku":"UTT-KYU-01","price":11.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/5029\/0395\/files\/IMG-0926.heic?v=1775429886"},{"product_id":"korean-wild-pear-herbal-tea-tisane","title":"Korean Wild Pear, Herbal Tea (Tisane)","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade from asian pears, our Korean Wild Pear is a wonderful whole fruit tisane imported from Hadong Province, South Korea. Brewing into a light and delicate cup, Korean Wild Pear preserves the natural sweetness of asians pears, and highlights their characteristic flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Undertow Trading","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47047451869403,"sku":"UTT-KWP-01","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/5029\/0395\/files\/IMG-0917.heic?v=1775429975"}],"url":"https:\/\/undertowtrading.com\/collections\/new-to-tea-start-here.oembed","provider":"Undertow Trading","version":"1.0","type":"link"}