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About Us

A TRUE TEA RITUAL MUST HONOUR
THE GROUND FROM WHICH IT GROWS.

THE RITUAL OF TEA, ORIGIN-SOURCED

As tea sommeliers, our aim is to be the gateway to the world of tea, our ethos is simple and enduring: to honour the culture of tea while reimagining its place in the modern world, in Australia and beyond.

ETHICALLY SOURCED

Consciously handpicked, blended to perfection, elevated into a memorable brew.

Every leaf, responsibly grown and traded fairly, is handpicked at just the right moment, carrying a story of respect and craftsmanship before our master tea maker blends it, honouring both the hands that pluck the tea and the cup in yours.

Our Values

Crafted with devotion, shared with intention.

SOURCED FROM ORIGINS

From misty highlands to sun‑warmed valleys, our origin teas bring you the quiet nuance of place in every brew.

100% FRESH TEA

Carefully grown, hand‑picked leaves, packed in small batches so they reach you bright, clean and full of flavour.

UNIQUE TEAS FOR EVERY NEED

Whether you’re unwinding, recharging or sharing, there’s a considered Tea Drop blend to meet you there .

SPECIALTY COLLECTIONS

From rooibos and herbal infusions to rare signatures, our specialty collections invite quiet exploration, one cup at a time.

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

With people and the planet in mind, we move forward carefully, choosing every action to tread more gently and reduce our impact on the environment.

ETP PARTNER

As members of the Ethical Tea Partnership, we stand alongside gardens working to make tea more sustainable, step by step.

TEA SPECIALISTS

Our tea specialists quietly obsess over the details, so you can serve a cup that feels considered from first sip to last.

PREMIUM WHOLE LEAF TEA

We work in small batches with whole leaves only, hand‑sorted and blended for a clean, honest expression in the cup.

SUSTAINABLE SOURCING

We choose gardens that care for their land and their people, so every brew carries a lighter footprint.

Our Mission

“To inspire and delight tea lovers everywhere with exceptional artisanal teas and innovative solutions, redefining the tea experience for our customers and partners alike. We are committed to quality, sustainability and strong partnerships, constantly striving to minimise our impact on the environment.”

Our People

Meet Our Passionate Founder

Raised on the island of Sri Lanka, where tea is woven into the fabric of daily life, our founder Ashok Dias developed a deep respect for the leaf and the role it plays beyond the cup. Rooted in a third-generation lineage of tea merchants, his upbringing instilled a profound appreciation for tea as both craft and culture, a ritual that brought moments of care and connection.

A TIMELESS RITUAL, ROOTED IN HERITAGE

Ashok spent several years working alongside specialty coffee roasters, observing a culture that placed real emphasis on preparation, service, and where things came from. It was there that the contrast became clear. Tea, despite its depth and history, was often treated with far less consideration. Encouraged by a mentor to trust his background and instincts, Ashok stepped away to learn more about how specialty tea was grown, handled, and shared.

“My understanding of tea came from living with it, not studying it. I saw how it moved through daily life, how people gathered around it, and how much attention went into getting it right. Tea was never introduced to me as a ceremony or a concept. It was present in everyday moments at home and beyond. That familiarity shaped how I think about tea now, as something that should function naturally in people’s lives. Growing up around tea in Sri Lanka gave me a practical relationship with it. Later, when I saw how tea was treated elsewhere, I realised how much of that care and understanding was missing. This is our reason for being.”