Alaska Tea Guide

What “Alaska-Inspired” Means

When autumn fog hugs the channel in Juneau, I reach for warmth and calm. Our blends are inspired by this place—berries, spice, and quiet evenings. “Alaska-inspired” means small-batch flavors crafted for real seasons and simple daily rituals.

Select tea by mood

Cozy (Chai): If you want gentle spice and comfort, start with Aurora Chai.

Aurora Chai | Black Tea
$11.99

Aurora Chai

A bold, cozy black tea with warming chai spice, made for slow mornings, creative focus, and that first deep breath of the day.

  • Tastes like: warming spice + cozy depth (comforting, not sharp)

  • Best for: morning ritual • workday reset • winter afternoons

  • How to drink: hot + cozy or iced + bright

  • Trust line: small-batch Alaska-inspired blend

Description: This mildly spicy Pu’er tea is blended with Ginger, Cinnamon and other warming spices. This blend is perfect all day.

  • Caffeine

  • 12 premium sachets in tin

  • all materials recyclable

  • Brews 24 cups

Ingredients: Pu’er tea, Assam tea, Cinnamon, Ginger, Cloves, Cardamom, Pumpkin Spice, All-Natural Vanilla Creme Flavor, Contains Caffeine

Why Aurora Chai Works

Aurora Chai is for the days you want comfort and clarity. It’s grounding without feeling heavy - like lighting a candle for your nervous system and getting on with your life.

  • Cozy without being sleepy (warm spice, steady energy)

  • A ritual you’ll repeat (simple, familiar, satisfying)

  • Made for Alaska moods (dark mornings, bright intention)

How to brew it (simple + forgiving):

  • Hot: Steep 3–5 minutes. Sip slowly.

  • Iced: Brew strong, cool, pour over ice.

  • Extra cozy: Add a splash of milk (or oat milk) + a pinch of cinnamon.

  • Tip: If you’re new to chai-style teas, start at 3 minutes, then steep longer next time if you want more spice.

Chai Latte at Home (Aurora Chai):

If you are craving something a little more creamy, consider making a chai latte.

  1. Steep it strong: Brew 2 sachets (or 2 tsp loose leaf) in 8 oz just-boiled water for a bold chai base.

  2. Add milk: Warm and froth 4–6 oz milk (or oat/almond) and pour it in.

  3. Sweeten: Add honey, maple syrup, or vanilla to taste.

This cozy, spiced black chai inspired by Alaska’s winter glow reminds you of watching the Aurora Borealis dance across the midnight sky in the chilly temperatures.

  • Warm spice blend for slow mornings

  • Great as a chai latte

  • Bold enough for coffee-lovers

  • Perfect for: mornings, snowy afternoons, workday comfort

Pair it with an evening exhale

If Aurora Chai is your morning fire, Alaska Evening Calm is your soft landing. Shop: Alaska Evening Calm Bundle

Other tea pairings:

Quick Questions:

  • Is it caffeinated? Yes, this is a black tea.

  • Is it spicy? Warming, not overwhelming.

  • Can I drink it with milk? Absolutely, adds a cozy “latte” feel.

Bright (Berry): For a lift without heaviness, try our blueberry blend.

Wild Blueberry Tea | Herbal Tea
$11.00

Wild Blueberry Tea - a taste of Alaska, bright and cozy

A gift-friendly, caffeine-free blueberry rooibos with a soft hint of lavender and vanilla. Like berry picking at the forest’s edge - where the air is sweet and the wild feels close. It’s a taste of Alaska in your cup, bright, cozy, and instantly giftable.

  • Alaska-inspired flavor people instantly get (blueberry-forward, warm, comforting)

  • Naturally caffeine-free rooibos base (day or night)

  • Cozy hot, refreshing iced (and makes an amazing “holiday mug” moment)

  • Gift-ready tin with 12 premium sachets

  • Brews up to 24 cups

  • All materials recyclable

The story

If you’ve ever picked blueberries in Alaska - or wished you could - you’ll recognize this one immediately. Wild blueberry notes lead, rooibos brings warmth, and lavender + vanilla round it out into something that feels both fresh and comforting.

What it tastes like

Tasting notes: jammy blueberry • gentle florals • creamy vanilla • warm rooibos
Aroma: berry patch + soft lavender
Finish: smooth, cozy, lightly sweet (no added sugar)

Why you’ll love it

  • Bright, cozy, and easy to gift: This is the tea people reach for when they want comfort without heaviness—and when they want to send someone a little Alaska.

  • Caffeine-free, but not boring": Rooibos gives a naturally smooth body, so this feels like a treat even at night.

  • Hot or iced, it holds up.
    Hot: cozy and dessert-like.
    Iced: clean, berry-forward, surprisingly refreshing.

Perfect for

  • Afternoon tea

  • Holiday mugs and winter evenings

  • Care packages and “homesick for Alaska” moments

  • A sweet, caffeine-free nightcap

What’s included

  • 12 premium sachets in a giftable tin

  • Brews up to 24 cups (great for multiple steeps or sharing)

  • Packaging: all materials recyclable

Ingredients

Organic Rooibos, Dried Blueberries, Lavender Flowers, All-Natural Vanilla Flavor
Caffeine-free

Brewing directions

Hot tea:

  1. Bring water to a full boil.

  2. Steep 1–3 minutes for a brighter cup.

    • Prefer deeper flavor? Rooibos can steep longer without getting bitter.

  3. Enjoy as-is, or add a splash of milk for an extra cozy finish.

Iced tea:

  1. Brew double strength (2 sachets or less water).

  2. Steep 3 minutes.

  3. Pour over ice and chill.
    Optional: add a lemon slice for a “berry lemonade” vibe.

Serving ideas

  • Blueberry Rooibos “latte”: brew strong, add warm frothed milk (or oat milk), a pinch of cinnamon.

  • Mocktail spritz: chilled tea + sparkling water + frozen blueberries.

Gifting Idea:

A little tin of Alaska: This caffeine-free blueberry rooibos blend is perfect for birthdays, thank-yous, holiday bundles, or anyone who needs something comforting in the mail - this one always lands.

FAQ

  • Is it sweetened?
    No added sugar. The blueberry/vanilla notes make it taste naturally cozy and lightly sweet.

  • Does it have caffeine?
    No—rooibos is naturally caffeine-free.

  • How strong is the lavender?
    Soft and calming, not perfumey. Blueberry leads the flavor.

  • How many cups does it make?
    Up to 24 cups depending on your mug size and whether you re-steep.

Peacefulness: Settle in with soothing herbs.

Alaska Fall Foliage | Herbal Tea
$11.00

Reminds you of a fast-paced Autumn day in Alaska.

  • Caffeine-free

  • 12 premium sachets in tin

  • All materials recyclable

  • Brews 24 cups

Description: Cinnamon and Apple herbal blend.

Ingredients: Organic Red Rooibos, Apple Bits, Cinnamon Chips, and All-Natural Flavoring, Caffeine-free.

Directions:

  1. Bring water to full boil

  2. Steep for 1-3 minutes

  3. Serve hot or cold

  4. Flavor to your liking

Woman in a red plaid shirt smiling and holding a glass mug in a kitchen.

I keep a mug nearby while I plan my day, then switch to caffeine-free in the evening. Morning is Aurora Chai while night is Fall Foliage Herbal when I wind down. It’s 10 quiet minutes that make everything else feel better. Xo!

Tea Brewing Basics

  • Water: Just off the boil for black/herbal; a touch cooler for green.

  • Leaf: 1 tsp per 8 oz to start.

  • Time: Black 3–4 min • Herbal 5–6 min • Green 2–3 min.
    Tip: Taste at the minimum time; adjust next cup.

Autumn Tea Bundle FAQ

  • Chai/black: yes. Fall Foliage/most herbals: no.

  • The Autumn in Alaska Bundle - one caffeinated, one evening tea.

  • We ship priority mail (USPS) and include gift notes on request.

Wild by nature… Warm by heart.