{"title":"Tea Gifts","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe've designed our gifts and tea tasting sets with every kind of drinker in mind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere you'll find Holiday Gift ideas for the tea lovers in your life, as well as collections of popular styles to help you dive into the world of looseleaf teas and herbals.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"breakfast-black-tea-gift-set","title":"Breakfast Black Tea Gift Set","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003ePerfect for any occasion: the gift of tea!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese full-flavored, looseleaf black teas from India and Sri Lanka are a wonderful way to start the day, either sipped neat or with milk and a sweetener. The boxed set includes smooth and malty \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/assam-kachibari-village\"\u003eAssam\u003c\/a\u003e from Kachibari Village; fragrant \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inpursuitoftea.com\/collections\/black-tea\/products\/darjeeling-2nd-flush-giddapahar-estate\"\u003eDarjeeling 2nd Flush\u003c\/a\u003e from the Giddapahar Estate, and fruity, bright \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/ceylon-op-new-vit?variant=35921100374182\"\u003eCeylon Orange Pekoe\u003c\/a\u003e from the New Vithanakande Estate in Sri Lanka.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstead of a typical English Breakfast blend, taste the spectacular range of orthodox black teas—and the differences in production and terroir—with this collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry\u003c\/strong\u003e: India\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: bold, rich, full\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eIncludes one 4 oz bag each of Assam Kachibari Village and Ceylon New Vithanakande Estate, and 2 oz of Darjeeling 2nd Flush Giddapahar Estate. Gift box design may vary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"In Pursuit of Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36264273281190,"sku":"AGBRKBLACK","price":70.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0464\/5424\/3494\/files\/tea-gift-set-05.jpg?v=1761688984"},{"product_id":"matcha-gift-set","title":"Matcha Gift Set","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eReady to bring matcha into your own home? Our Matcha Gift Set has everything you need to prepare and enjoy this traditional Japanese powdered tea: a 20 gram tin of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inpursuitoftea.com\/collections\/matcha\/products\/wako-thin-tea-grade\"\u003eWako Matcha\u003c\/a\u003e, a metal matcha sifter, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/chasen-matcha-whisk\"\u003echasen\u003c\/a\u003e (bamboo whisk), a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/matcha-whisk-holder\"\u003echasen stand\u003c\/a\u003e, a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/chashaku-matcha-spoon\"\u003echashaku\u003c\/a\u003e (bamboo scoop). Add a beautiful pale gray ceramic \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/chawan-matcha-bowl-white\"\u003echawan\u003c\/a\u003e (matcha bowl, as shown in second photo) for just $30.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eMatcha is a special type of tea: a precious, vibrant-green powder made from hand-picked, high-grade Japanese tea. Enjoyed by Buddhist monks for centuries, it is the basis of the classic Japanese tea ceremony and is traditionally whisked with hot water in a bowl to make a creamy, healthful beverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003eTo prepare: Pour hot water into the chawan; discard and wipe the bowl dry. Sift 2 scoops (~2 grams) matcha into the chawan, then pour in 3 oz \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⅓ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecup)\u003c\/span\u003e hot (180° F) water. Whisk vigorously with the chasen until foamy bubbles appear on top. Drink immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uji\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e toasty, grassy, comforting\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIncludes one 20 g tin of Wako Matcha, one chasen, one blue chasen stand, one chashaku, and one matcha sifter, with an option to include one gray ceramic chawan (as shown in second photo).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"In Pursuit of Tea","offers":[{"title":"Starter set","offer_id":40929002422438,"sku":"AGMATSETA","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Complete set with chawan","offer_id":40929002455206,"sku":"AGMATSET-1","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0464\/5424\/3494\/files\/tea-gift-set-14.jpg?v=1761688918"},{"product_id":"exotic-herbal-gift-set","title":"Exotic Herbal Gift Set","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003ePerfect for the season: the gift of tea!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore unusual herbals with this boxed collection of naturally caffeine-free infusions. Sip from 4 oz bags of warming \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/lemon-ginger\"\u003eLemon Ginger\u003c\/a\u003e, rich and spicy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/crimson-chai\"\u003eCrimson Chai\u003c\/a\u003e, and sweet and tart \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/scarlet-glow\"\u003eScarlet Glow\u003c\/a\u003e. These blends are sure to invigorate and inspire throughout the holidays, and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear of Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIncludes one 4 oz bag each of Lemon Ginger, Crimson Chai, and Scarlet Glow; pictured teaware not included. Gift box design may vary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"In Pursuit of Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35921119314086,"sku":"AGHERBEXO","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0464\/5424\/3494\/files\/tea-gift-set-01.jpg?v=1761688882"},{"product_id":"herbal-classicsgift-set","title":"Herbal Classics Gift Set","description":"\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003ePerfect for the season: the gift of tea!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis boxed collection of beloved herbals will soothe and rejuvenate, offering a welcome respite during any hectic day. Relax with 4 oz of floral, figgy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/chamomile\"\u003eChamomile\u003c\/a\u003e, bright \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/mint\"\u003eMint\u003c\/a\u003e, and deep and spicy \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/rooibos\"\u003eRooibos\u003c\/a\u003e. All naturally caffeine-free, these infusions boast a range of flavor that is sure to delight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crotia, Greece, South Africa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear of Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eContains one 4 oz bag each of Chamomile, Mint and Rooibos; pictured teaware not included. 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Crafted in Shizuoka and Uji, these looseleaf green teas range from grassy to roasted—ideal for enjoyment at any time of the day. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe set includes 4 oz each of bright, bittersweet \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/sencha-fukamushi\"\u003eSencha Fukamushi\u003c\/a\u003e; rich and toasty \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/genmaicha\"\u003eGenmaicha\u003c\/a\u003e; and light, nutty \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/hojicha\"\u003eHojicha\u003c\/a\u003e. Be sure to prepare with water just off a boil (170° F) to maintain the natural sweetness and delicate nuances of these teas.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSave 15% off the regular retail prices with this set\u003c\/em\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e grassy, vegetal, refreshing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIncludes one 4 oz bag each of Sencha Fukamushi, Genmaicha and Hojicha. 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Watch as the leaves gently open and the color deepens; decant completely when at your desired strength, and savor every restorative sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSave 15% off regular retail prices with this set! \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: grassy, vegetal, refreshing\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Season\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIncludes one 4 oz bag Sencha Fukamushi and one 13.5 oz glass tea infuser. 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Full-flavored and aromatic, these chais are a perfect way to warm up this season! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSave over 15% off regular retail prices with this set!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear of Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eIncludes one 4 oz bag each of Classic Chai, Thai Chai, and Golden Glow. Gift box design may vary.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"In Pursuit of Tea","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35921122525350,"sku":"AGCHAIWAL","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0464\/5424\/3494\/files\/tea-gift-set-06.jpg?v=1761688738"},{"product_id":"history-tea-towel","title":"The History of Tea Towel","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eEnjoy the history of your favorite beverage across the ages! 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The hand-picked selection will vary, drawing from our favorite new harvests and other special selections not available for regular sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSubscription details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTea club subscriptions \u003cstrong\u003eship free\u003c\/strong\u003e. Subscription items are non-returnable. You can \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inpursuitoftea.com\/a\/subscriptions\/login\"\u003ecancel your subscription at any time\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubscriptions may ship separately from other orders. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAfter initial purchase, monthly subscriptions auto-renew. \u003cstrong\u003eEach subsequent month (every 30 days after \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ethe date of your initial purchase), your credit card will automatically be charged to continue your membership\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can view or edit your membership status by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inpursuitoftea.com\/a\/subscriptions\/login\"\u003eaccessing the subscription portal\u003c\/a\u003e in your purchase confirmation email. You can cancel your subscription at any time by writing to us at info@inpursuitoftea.com, noting the email address used to set up the subscription; cancellations will apply to the following month's subscription box.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf you're purchasing this subscription as a gift\u003c\/strong\u003e, please make a note with the recipient's email address in the comment box on the Cart page when you place your order. 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This technique reveals the incredible depth of flavor and aroma in the leaf, and allows you to re-steep upwards of a dozen times, with each infusion subtly distinct and satisfying. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set spans a range of exquisite selections, from a personal-sized compressed pu-erh, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inpursuitoftea.com\/collections\/new-arrivals\/products\/gold-nugget-pu-erh\"\u003eGold Nugget\u003c\/a\u003e, to the high-elevation, carefully rolled black tea \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inpursuitoftea.com\/products\/himalayan-ruby\"\u003eHimlayan Ruby\u003c\/a\u003e, plus two oolongs: fruity, smooth \u003ca title=\"spring fortune oolong tea\" href=\"https:\/\/inpursuitoftea.com\/collections\/oolong-tea\/products\/spring-fortune\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSpring Fortune\u003c\/a\u003e and the expertly roasted \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/inpursuitoftea.com\/collections\/oolong-tea\/products\/high-mountain-ali-shan-traditional-style\"\u003eHigh Mountain Ali Shan Traditional\u003c\/a\u003e. 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