Find Your Alaska Tea: A Local’s Guide to Matching Sip to Mood
Find Your Alaska Tea: A Local’s Guide to Matching Sip to Mood
When you live in Juneau, you learn to read the day by its light. Some mornings are glacier-clear—sharp, bright, and full of purpose. Days like today when the sun is just peaking over the mountains and the air still has the evening chill, open the possibilities up for a tea that fits your mood. Other days arrive soft and slow, like fog lifting off the channel. Tea is how I set the tone for both.
If you’ve been wondering which Alaska Tea Co. blend fits your moment, here’s a local’s guide to brewing by mood—complete with quick tips so every cup tastes the way you hoped it would. Let me know what you think!
For calm evenings and deeper sleep
Alaska Serenity | Herbal Tea
A gentle blend built for exhale. The chamomile and lavender settle the edges, while lemongrass and spearmint keep the cup bright, not sleepy-sweet. I reach for this after evening walks when the mountains are purple and the house goes quiet.
Brew tip: Full boil; steep 3–4 minutes. Add a thin slice of lemon if you like it lifted.
Sweet Mountain Peaks | Herbal Tea
Think warm meadow air after rain—comforting, rounded, and naturally caffeine-free. If your evenings need a softer landing, this is the one.
Brew tip: 205°F; 5 minutes. It’s lovely as a small pot to share.
For a clear, steady morning
Mint Glacier Medley | Sencha Green Tea
Clean and focused like a breath by the ice. Peppermint and spearmint brighten the sencha without overpowering it. This is my go-to before writing or editing photos.
Brew tip: Keep it gentle—175–180°F, 2 minutes. Cooler water = smooth, not bitter.
Icy Strait Tea | Sencha Green Tea
A touch more citrusy than Mint Glacier Medley, with the same easy lift. If you want energy without the crash, start here.
Brew tip: 175–180°F, 1½–2 minutes. Try it over ice with a squeeze of lime.
For cozy afternoons and shoulder-season weather
Aurora Chai | Black Tea
Cardamom and spice, balanced with depth. It tastes like wool layers and woodsmoke—perfect when clouds sit low over the ridge.
Brew tip: 200–205°F, 3–4 minutes. Add a splash of milk and a tiny drizzle of honey.
Midnight Sun Vanilla Chai | Black Tea
Everything you love in our chai, plus a round, creamy finish. This is a “read a chapter, refill your mug” tea.
Brew tip: 205°F, 4 minutes. Wonderful as a stovetop chai with milk.
For memories of summer (any time of year)
Wild Blueberry Tea | Herbal Tea
Bright blueberries with a whisper of floral—like berry-picking on a sun-warm trail. Caffeine-free and kid-friendly.
Brew tip: Full boil; 3 minutes. Chill the leftovers for a beautiful iced tea.
Sitka Summer Breeze | Herbal Tea
Light, floral, and easy. If your day needs open windows and fresh air, this delivers it in a cup.
Brew tip: 205°F; 4 minutes. Add a few frozen blueberries as “ice cubes.”
If you’re new here, start with a sampler
Exploring is half the fun. Our Alaska Summer – Herbal Edition 3-Pack lets you try three favorites side-by-side and notice what you reach for: the meadowy calm of Alaska Serenity, the soft sweetness of Sweet Mountain Peaks, or the berry-bright Pristine & Wild. Taste them over a week and your preferences will be obvious.
Brew basics (so every cup shines)
Water matters. Use fresh, just-off-the-boil water for herbals and black; cooler for greens.
Time = flavor. Start with the guidance on each tin, then adjust by 30 seconds until it’s perfect for you.
Don’t squeeze the sachet. It can push bitterness into the cup—just let it drip.
Bring a little Alaska into your day
Whether you need calm, clarity, or simple comfort, there’s an Alaska Tea Co. blend waiting on your shelf. Brew when you wake, when the rain starts, when the light turns golden in the evening. Let it mark the moment—and make it yours.
Ready to sip by mood?
Start with: Mint Glacier Medley (Focus), Aurora Chai (Cozy), Alaska Serenity (Calm), and Wild Blueberry (Feel-good, any time). Link those four in a “Start Here” bundle for quick add-to-cart.
