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Missed the Tea the Moon event? We've got you covered with our pairing guide and mooncakes provided by Jeng Chi, available for purchase!
Don't miss an unconventional new flavor in our mooncake lineup.
Captivating teas with a lunar connection.
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Don't miss this Saturday's tasting featuring mooncake bites and tea samples!

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MOONCAKES & THE MID-AUTUMN FESTIVAL |中秋节

For centuries, the Mid-Autumn Festival has brought families and friends together to celebrate gratitude, unity, and the beauty of the harvest moon. At the heart of this cherished tradition are mooncakes, symbolic treats shared as gifts and enjoyed with loved ones. Discover the history behind this beloved festival and our favorite tea (or even coffee) pairings to help you create a meaningful celebration at home.

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MOON TEAS

The origins of the Mid-Autumn Festival trace back more than 3,000 years to harvest celebrations held under the year's brightest full moon. These moon-inspired teas are the perfect companions for moonlit evenings and a tasty bridge to the Halloween season.

PLEINE LUNE

Perfect for the season, this Mariage Frères black tea with alluring notes of sweet almond and spice was inspired by the mysteries of the full moon, like the one at the Mid-Autumn Harvest.

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ANCIENT MOONLIGHT WHITE

Legend says this tea is harvested and dried beneath the glow of the moon. Processing away from the sun creates its signature black-and-silver leaves and honeysuckle-like sweetness.

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TEA & MOONCAKE PAIRINGS

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CHOCOLATE & CANDIED LEMON + HOUSE OF EARL GREY

An innovative mooncake flavor and pairing where East meets West!

The tea’s bergamot complements the lemon in the mooncake, while the body of the Ceylon black tea base cuts beautifully through the deep chocolate richness. Together, the pairing is equal parts bright and indulgent.

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TRADITIONAL PICKS

RED BEAN & YOLK +

PALACE PU'ER

Some pairings are classic for a reason.

Pu'er's deep, earthy notes and smooth, mellow body perfectly counter the sweet red bean paste and rich, savory-salty egg yolk of the mooncake. With each sip, the tea gently cleanses the palate, inviting another bite. A pairing that is warm, rounded, and satisfying.

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DATE & WALNUT + WILD MOUNTAIN YUNNAN BLACK

An earthy, fruity, and luxurious pair.

The artisan tea sourced from ancient trees brings notes of plum, warm wood, and dark honey, echoing the sweet date while complementing the nutty richness. Its full, rounded body stands up beautifully to the mooncake’s dense texture without overpowering its delicate flavors.

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