Why Loose-leaf Tea?

At Teavana, we only sell premium loose-leaf tea. Why?
 
There are a number of reasons, but they all come back to quality. All tea has an expiration date. Tea will lose flavor after 6 months and become stale after one year if not stored properly (see our Tea Storage Tins to keep tea fresh). In addition to that, tea bags usually consist of smaller pieces of tea leaves or tea fanning (also referred to as dusts) that give a stronger, quicker brew, but lack the subtlety and fine quality of larger loose-leaf teas. Tea bags can also release too much tannin quickly, giving a harsher flavor to the tea.
 
And we really love tea. Tea bags often contain mixtures of tea, rather than a pure tea that can be consistently enjoyed every time. Our loose-leaf teas are always made with premium, larger leaves and you can easily see the quality of your final tea blend. Loose-leaf teas also allow you to blend flavors and types of tea easily.