From Mariage Frères, the Year of the Snake zodiac tea: "...an original composition of hypnotizing flavors – green tea, subtle mint, liquorice and rose petals adorned with salutary Tibetan goji berries from the Himalayas, superfruit and antioxidant", $42 for 100g at ZGO Perfumery in San Francisco.
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In case the tiger did not tickle your lemming, how about an elephant? Ginger Lemongrass Tea from Herbs & Kettles. "The perfect, caffeine-free herbal blend of single origin sundried ginger and lemongrass for healthy, zesty living. Excellent for digestion, with beneficial anti-inflammatory and adaptgenic properties." $14 for 30g at Beautyhabit.
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Still more holiday tea, this time from Kusmi. Shown is the Tsarevna and Glögg Gift Set: "Tsarevna, organic Christmas black tea with a captivating scent of orange, vanilla and spices, from ginger to cardamom and cinnamon, all punctuated by a gentle hint of liquorice. And the Glögg, the deliciously spicy festive organic herbal tea whose beautiful amber liquor holds tangy notes of hibiscus, grapes and blackcurrant." $15.99 for two 45g miniatures as shown, or $55.98 for the two full sized 120g tins, or, pay $39.99 for the complete advent calendar which includes the two miniatures plus 20 other tea bags, an infuser and a jelly.
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More advent tea: Harney's 12 Days of Tea Winter Countdown ("Whether you're decking the halls or walking in a Winter Wonderland, we hope each cup of tea makes the season more merry and bright. Count down the days with two ready-to-steep premium tea bags behind each door, whether it's a new to you blend or a classic favorite") is sold out on their website already, but you can still find one on Amazon, $29.95.
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An advent calendar for tea drinkers: "A stunning gift for any tea lover, the spectacular Mariage Frères Christmas Calendar is a celebration of 170 years of passion for tea. Presented in a gorgeous gold, silver, and royal blue gift box, this exquisite collection houses 25 tea cubbies that open day by day to reveal a new, luscious tea surprise each time." $75 at Luckyscent.