Make Your Own Bubble Tea With This DIY Kit
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Make Your Own Bubble Tea With This DIY Kit
Tea is one of the oldest beverages in the world, dating back to at least 2700 BCE. According to a Chinese legend, Emperor Shen Nong accidentally discovered it when boiling water in his garden. A leaf fell in the pot from a wild tree and infused the water. He enjoyed it so much that he continued to research it and eventually discovered the drink's medicinal properties. But it wasn't until the Tang Dynasty a few thousand years later that tea became popular.
Since then, tea has taken over. It's more varied now than ever: From bitter Japanese green tea to sweet tea in the American South, tea's many forms prove that it has something to offer everyone.
This list is filled with tea-themed presents for all the tea lovers in your life, whether they're beginners or completely tea-obsessed. From the basics (tea, kettles, mugs, infusers, etc.) to gadgets (tea warmers, tea-infused soaps, and so on) to merch that shows off their tea-drinking lifestyle (T-shirts, enamel pins, tea-themed art, and the like), these gifts are just the thing for any tea drinker.
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1) Hario "Ka-Ku" Cold Brew Tea Bottle
Hario
Amazon
$28.57
For tea lovers who like their cups cold, this gadget brews tea to go over ice. Outfitted with mesh filter and a square shape that fits snugly in the fridge, it's just the thing to make a refreshing round of iced tea.
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2) Tea Drop Sampler
UncommonGoods
Uncommon Goods
$34.00
Ever heard of tea drops? They're pressed morsels of tea, sugar, and spices that melt into a cup of hot water. Translation: instant tea! This cute set comes with five different varietes: Citrus Ginger, Blueberry Acai, Matcha Green Tea, Rose Earl Grey, and Sweet Peppermint.
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3) Pure Zen Tea Tumbler with Infuser
Pure Zen Tea
Amazon
$35.95
Take your tea on the go with this glass tumbler, which is outfitted with a built-in infuser. It can make either hot or cold tea, and you can brew it with add-ons like fruit or spices directly in the vessel.
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4) Warming Coaster
Uncommon Goods
$15.00
Throw these coasters in the microwave for a few seconds and they'll keep your beverage warm until you're ready to drink it. Plus, the heat from your cup with release aromas inside of the coaster, filling the room with scents of cinnamon and clove.
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5) Instant Colorful Tea Latte Kits
Uncommon Goods
$30.00
Recreate those classic coffeehouse tea lattes at home with this gift set. All you have to do is put one of the squares into hot milk or water and top with the included edible rose petals.
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6) Bubble Tea Kit
Uncommon Goods
$40.00
Any bubble tea fans in the house? Give 'em tapioca pearls to stock up on at home. This kit comes with classic black and rooibos chai teas, tapioca pearls, and two reusable stainless steel straws.
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7) Bekith Tea Infuser
Bekith
Amazon
$16.99
This leaf steeper takes the mess out of using loose-leaf teas, and it's sooo cute.
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8) Boba Sweatshirt
Etsy
$31.49
Boba tea lovers can rep their favorite sweet drink with this machine-washable, unisex sweatshirt. It comes in nine different colors and is "so soft inside and out and the vinyl is super clean and CUTE," as this reviewer put it.
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9) Art of Tea Tea for Two Gift Set
Art of Tea
$112.00
This set has everything you need for a perfect cup of tea, including two handmade ceramic mugs and a box of assorted teabags.
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11) Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Kettle
Williams Sonoma
$165.00
Elegant and beautifully designed, you can't go wrong with this electric kettle. It has variable temperature control for any temp between 135 and 212 degrees Fahrenheit, so you can brew the perfect cup of tea. It can also hold a temperature for up to an hour and is available in several colors starting at $165.
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12) Tea: A User's Guide
Eggs and Toast Media, LLC
Amazon
$45.00
Know someone who really wants to learn all there is to know about tea? This book teaches how tea is grown and processed, how different types of teas are classified, and how to prepare and evaluate tea like an expert.
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13) Vincent Trinidad Art The Great Kanagawa Tee iPhone Skin
Society6
Society6
$12.75
Show off your love of tea is a classy, artful way with this phone skin that goes right over your case.
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14) SWEEJAR Porcelain Tea Set
SWEEJAR
Amazon
$59.99
Every tea lover needs a fancy tea set. What if the queen pops over for a spot of tea? This simple and beautiful ombre set comes in shades of pink, blue, and purple.
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15) Loveyenergy Crescent Moon Crystal Tea Infuser
Loveyenergy
Etsy
$10.99
Little cosmic crystals hang on the end of this aesthetically pleasing tea strainer. "The crystal moon is just an absolute vibe 🌙," this reviewer said. "I look forward to my tea ritual every day now! The perfect little gift for any tea lover out there."
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16) Honey Spoons
crate and barrel
Crate and Barrel
$12.95
You know what goes oh-so-well with tea? Honey! These honey spoons come wrapped and ready to gift for the tea lover in your life.
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17) Bloomingflowertea Porcelain Ceramic Tea Set
Bloomingflowertea
Etsy
$58.00
This hand-painted, minimalist ceramic set comes with four cups and saucer, plus the tea pot. It's super sleek, modern, and pretty enough to live out on the counter full-time.
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18) VAHDAM India Blush Assorted Teas Gift Set
VAHDAM India
$20.99
Beautifully packaged, this gift set includes one green tea and two chai tea blends.
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19) HennelPaperCo Tea Enamel Pin
HennelPaperCo
Etsy
$9.94
Let your favorite tea-obsessed friend show the world just how obsessed they are with this adorable enamel pin. Can we have one, too?
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21) Tea Forte Kati Cup Ceramic Tea Infuser
Tea Forte
Amazon
$19.90
Every self-respecting tea lover need a good stainless steel tea infuser for loose-leaf tea. This ceramic cup comes with a lid, so you can infuse tea on the go.
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22) Tea Drunk Classic Tea Sampler
Tea Drunk
$59.00
Speaking of loose-leaf tea, this wouldn't be a tea lover's gift guide without a loose leaf tea sampler pack. This one from Tea Drunk comes with several different kinds, including green tea, white tea, and red tea.
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23) Botanical Image of Tea Plant
Art.com
$15.00
A subtle way to show a love for tea, this poster features a botanical drawing of a tea plant. You can even get it framed so the gift is ready to go.
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24) Smoko Boba Tea Light
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25) Teanagoo Matcha Tea Set
TEANAGOO
Amazon
$27.99
Know someone who is curious about making matcha at home? This kit comes with everything they need to get started, including a bamboo whisk, scoop, and ceramic bowl.
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26) Jade Leaf Matcha Organic Matcha Green Tea Powder
Jade Leaf Matcha
Amazon
$9.95
Every matcha lover deserves some good-quality matcha powder. This is Amazon best seller has almost 60,000 five-star reviews, so you know it's going to be good.
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27) Volar Fashion Elephant Tea Mug
HAPPINESS APPLY HERE
Amazon
$14.29
Okay, how adorable is this elephant tea mug? There's even a perfect little spot for your teabag? GENIUS.
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28) Tea From Around the World Set
UncommonGoods
Uncommon Goods
$55.00
Want to give someone a trip around the globe? This set features ten different teas from ten different spots around the world, each with enough to brew six to eights cups.
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29) Vahdam Masala Chai
VAHDAM
Amazon
$11.99
This warm and inviting blend is the perfect way to make any tea lover happy. The chai mix includes crushed cardamom pods, cinnamon, cloves, and black pepper.
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30) Tea Time Spoon
BlockandHammer
Etsy
$17.03
Hands down, this spoon is cutest way to stir your tea. Hand-stamped and silver-plated, this flatware is downright iconic.
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31) COSORI Electric Kettle
COSORI
Amazon
$27.99
The tea lover in your life needs some way to heat up the water for their cuppa, right? And this electric kettle will do it in three minutes. "It is worth every penny!" this reviewer said. "I really cannot believe how fast it is!"
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32) Vahdam India Glow Assorted Teas Gift Box
Vahdam Teas
$27.99
This tea gift set comes with six in-house blends, perfect for drinking from morning till night. It includes four different masala chai blends, an English breakfast blend, a turmeric spiced herbal tea, and a hibiscus tea.
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33) Heart Shapped Tea Bags
Uncommon Goods
$36.00
We definitely heart these heart-shaped tea bags. What a perfect way to show your love in tea form! Each order comes with five English Breakfast, five Earl Grey, and five White Berry teabags.
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34) Russell Hobbs Retro 21671 Jug Kettle
Curry's
109.99
Brew your tea in this vintage kettle that deserves a permanent spot on the stove.
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35) Compagnie De Provence Tea Liquid Soap
Compagnie De Provence Anthropologie
Anthropologie
$28.00
Encourage good hygiene with this soap that smells like their favorite tea. It's made with coconut oil and tea leaves.
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36) Flower Tea Ritual Set
Uncommon Goods
$69.00
Watch as dried Shangri-la Rose, Royal Chrysanthemum, and Blue Lotus buds bloom in hot water and steep into a beautiful floral tea.
Uncommon Goods - 38/43
37) It's a Tea Shirt T-Shirt
purplerushclothing
Etsy
$8.34
Get it? This cute "tea shirt" is great for people who make tea their whole personality. The shirts come in a dozen different colors and are made from cotton.
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38) OTOTO Sweet Nessie Spoon
OTOTO
Amazon
$11.95
Stir up your tea with a little Nessie (a.k.a. the Lochness monster) peaking out from the top. Could anything be cuter?
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39) Harney & Sons English Delight Gift
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Harney & Sons
$54.95
This tea set is perfect for anyone missing London... and anyone who has just always loved an English breakfast. It comes with two tins of English Breakfast tea, traditional shortbread, and a chicken tea towel.
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40) Teas of the Boston Tea Party
Uncommon Goods
$39.00
For the history buff and tea lover. This set of five teas features the varieties that were thrown off into the harbor during the Boston Tea Party, so you can really taste a bit of history.
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41) Novel Tea Book Tins
Uncommon Goods
$35.00
For the pun-loving, book nerd who also loves tea. Each metal tin is inspired by a classic novel and has a punny twist like War and Peach or Oliver Lemon Twist.
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42) Tea Bomb Gift Set
Kristel Kim
Uncommon Goods
$35.00
Watch as these colorful sugar balls dissolve into a pretty pink, blue, orange, or green tea beverage, each one a different flavor.
Uncommon Goods