Michelle's Tea Notes

woman whisking matcha
Building a Morning Ritual That Actually Sticks
A routine is just a list of things you do. A ritual is a routine you actually look forward to — and that's the difference that makes it stick. If... Read more...
Adaptogens 101: What They Are and How to Use Them
Adaptogens 101: What They Are and How to Use Them
Ashwagandha, licorice root, valerian root — what adaptogens actually do, how they work, and how I use them in my own stress routine. Read more...
Meet the Family Behind Our Blends
Meet the Family Behind Our Blends
Get to know the family behind every hand-blended cup — from a Dominican grandmother's kitchen to the Dallas Farmers Market. Read more...
Tea vs. Tisanes: What's Actually the Difference?
Tea vs. Tisanes: What's Actually the Difference?
Not everything you steep is technically "tea." Here's what separates true tea from tisanes — and why it matters for what ends up in your cup. Read more...
A glass of iced tea over ice on a hot summer day
How to Make Iced Tea the Right Way (Two Methods, Cup or Gallon)
Pouring hot tea over ice ruins it. Here are the two methods I actually use to get a perfectly brewed glass of iced tea every time — no bitterness, no... Read more...
Sweet and Sour Tottie
Sweet and Sour Tottie
A delicious and refreshing cocktail for any occasion.  This healthful twist on a Manhattan is delicious and will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to take on the evening.  ... Read more...