Coming right from the heart of the magical Shizuoka prefecture in Japan’s Tenryu Region. Our matcha is harvested by expert farmers, it’s made from shade-grown leaves that have been stone ground, deveined and packed right at the source to preserve the subtle vegetal notes while leaving a lingering sweetness in your mouth.

Matcha Benefits

Why is matcha good for you and what are matcha benefits? Did you know that matcha is the yummiest way to promote good health?

Matcha is rich in catechins, a class of plant compounds in tea that act as natural antioxidants. Matcha’s antioxidants can be up to 137 times greater than that in regular green tea.

• Boosts immunity
• Gives you a clean energy kick, without the anxiety, crash or jitters
• Aids in weight loss as matcha burns calories
• Healthy alternative to coffee
• Great for your skin. You can even make a matcha face maskand use it in all sorts of ways for beauty and skin care. 

Two types of Matcha

• Ceremonial green Matcha - Known as our highest grade matcha. Using the traditional Japanese method of drinking tea, you consume this matcha straight on its own immediately after whisking.
• Pure organic culinary Matcha - Naturally sweet and mild, best served with steam milk as a matcha latte or used to create delicious desserts or baked goodies.

So, start the day right, with this full flavoured superfood - staying healthy has never tasted so delicious! Explore our range of matcha and matcha accessories to create an authentic matcha experience.

Did you know that when we call spiced teas chai latte, in India chai is simply known as tea? A chai is a combination of black tea and spices. Chai Latte is a tea that simply shouldn’t be missing from any authentic tea-lover’s pantry.

Tea Drop Chai Latte Range

Hand crafted and blended to perfection, each of our delicious Chai options is a rich & harmonious marriage of whole leaf black tea and spices, creating a superior flavour that’s guaranteed to be the perfect drink any time of the year.

We source our teas and ingredients directly from origins and are made in small batches right here in the heart of Melbourne, so our chai is always fresh. Learn more about our cozy and delicious chai options below.

Traditional Chai Latte

This deliciously rich powder blend makes a creamy and aromatic chai bursting with traditional spices, comforting black tea flavours. The perfect pour as a gluten free latte or chai frappe.

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Honey Spiced Sticky Chai

Made right in the heart of Melbourne, this artisanal chai brew is blended in small batches and infused with whole leaf black tea, ginger, cardamom, clove, cinnamon, star anise, nutmeg, black pepper & Redgum honey sourced from the flourishing Redgum forests of Australia, to give the blend a whole new level of spice and an enhanced flavour profile.

 A light to medium sweetness that perfectly blends the black tea and spices together in a subtle smokey finish. So, prepare to experience pure bliss with every sip of our Honey Spice Sticky Chai.

How to make a traditional chai recipe using our Honey Spiced Sticky Chai

• Place 2tbsp of sticky chai to jug.
• Cover the chai with hot water (30ml) and allow to brew for 1-2mins.
• Pour in 150ml milk of your choice and steam to 68C.
• Strain into warm glass and garnish with chai sprinkles.

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Chai Concentrate

If chai latte is your “go to” everyday coffee alternative, then our Chai concentrate is the perfect choice.

Our Chai Concentrate is a slow brewed blend of whole leaf single origin black tea, fresh spices and kithul treacle; a traditional Sri Lankan ingredient known as the maple syrup of the East. Left simmering for the perfect period of time, this Chai is strained and conveniently bottled in 100% recycled glass for an authentic quality taste ready to enjoy. No preservatives are added and its vegan friendly.

So easy and quick to make. No mess and don’t need to wait. If you have a little espresso machine even more so easier to make.

How to make a traditional chai recipe using Chai Concentrate

• Pour 35ml of Chai Concentrate and 140ml milk of your choice.
• Steam together to 68C.
• Pour into a warm glass.
• Garnish with chai sprinkles.

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Malabar Chai Tea

If you don’t like having milk and looking for a chai tea or masala chai, this is the option for you.

Malabar Chai tea is one of Tea Drop’s signature classics. It is a tea of spicy & complex body, with a deliciously smooth finish. The superior flavor is due to superior ingredients including pure black tea, cardamom, cloves, cinnamon, star anise, rose petals & ginger. Our Malabar Chai tea is available in plant-based pyramid tea bags or loose leaf tea.

Tips on frothing the milk at home

Most find frothing the milk the hardest step when making a homemade chai latte. You don't have to have a fancy espresso machine or a milk frother to whip up frothy milk. You can create the creamy texture simply by whisking or blending. Whisking works best for dairy-based milks while blending is best for soy, coconut, and nut-based milks.

• Whisk - Heat the milk on medium to high heat. Use a hand mixer or a metal whisk to vigorously beat the milk. It should take just a few minutes to have frothy milk.
• Blend - Use an immersion blender to froth your milk. For best results, blend the milk before heating it on the stove. Alternatively, you can shake the milk in a large glass jar or a cocktail shaker. Once you add heat, the milk will froth and foam in minutes.

 Health benefits of drinking a chai

• As the chai latte has black tea and contains caffeine. It’s a delicious pick me up for the day and an energy boost in the afternoon.
• Aids in digestion
• High in antioxidants
• Helps reduce pain and inflammation

Give it a chai

Explore and enjoy our range of healthy and delicious chai latte blends. Perfect for making them in the comfort of your own home. Get ready to spice up your day with these rich and creamy blends, that provide immune boosting effects and a clean kick of energy for the perfect pick me up. Give it a chai today.

As the weather gets colder, why not spice up your winter with a cuppa from our new collection of Turmeric Teas.

Known as the “Golden Goddess” in India, Turmeric is most commonly used as a seasoning when the root is dried and ground into powder form, but it’s the root itself that holds a myriad of health benefits particularly for winter. While we use the powder for our Turmeric Latte, it’s the fresh root that acts as the star ingredient in our 3 new turmeric teas. So get ready to warm up from the inside out with this delicious new winter range.

Why is Turmeric Good?

Its characteristically strong yellow colour plays a large part as to why this incredible root is good for you. These yellow pigments are known as curcuminoids, and they work together with the essential oils found in the root to become powerful antioxidants that help fight off free radicals which can age and damage the body.

• May support a healthy antioxidant status
• May support a healthy inflammation response
• May support healthy brain function & positive mood
• May support healthy cardiovascular function
• Caffeine free
• Vegan friendly

Our Turmeric Range

Turmeric Ginger - A healing concoction

Combining the healing powers of ginger and turmeric, with a subtle taste of liquorice and orange peel, this spicy concoction is an everyday healer perfect for the cooler months. It helps with blood flow, aids the common cold & ensures your digestive and respiratory systems run smoothly.

Turmeric Tonic - A travelers tea

Designed for people on the go, this blend is packed with antioxidants and vitamin C that helps prevent cold symptoms and keeps you clear of any travel sickness. Combining the spice of turmeric & ginger root with a bouquet of mint and citrus notes, this blend stimulates the senses to give that extra pep in your step when travelling.

Turmeric Zest - Fit as a fiddle

This magical concoction is a light & creamy blend infused with vanilla hibiscus, citrus and light earthy notes. Immunity boosting and rich in antioxidants, this tea will give your skin a radiant glow and help with flu-like symptoms, keeping your body fit and healthy throughout winter.

Turmeric Latte - The golden healer

Warm up this winter with a delicious and nutritious plant-based latte. This bold and aromatic blend has a power packed mix of 100% natural authentic spices, combining turmeric with cinnamon, cardamom, ginger & black pepper to enhance the turmeric's health benefits. It’s the perfect go-to for a delicious and creamy energy kick without the caffeine.

So brew up a steaming cuppa of one of our Turmeric Teas and ensure you stay on top of your health this winter!

Here are our top 10 ingredients that are easily accessible with our range of wellness tea blends and can help our immunity and overall well-being to cope with the seasonal changes and related health conditions.

Lemongrass

You need cold relief, but you also want to get on with your day. The solution? Lemongrass. Lemongrass consists of long stalks made up of tightly wrapped fibrous layers. It belongs to the same general family as maize and bamboo. The flavor profile is primarily the lemon note against a mildly herbaceous background.

Warm up this winter with a tasty mug of Lemongrass Ginger tea. A refreshing blend infusion of zesty lemongrass and spicy ginger balanced with rosehip and hibiscus for a refreshing and calming brew

Chamomile

Chamomile flowers look like daisies and make one of the most popular caffeine-free tea options for unwinding and relaxing. From the aroma to the taste, the floral notes of chamomile shine through in a refreshing way. It has a powerful antioxidant that activates the brain receptors and encourages a restful night of sleep, when you are having trouble sleeping due to a sore throat and stuffy

Try our perfect blend of Chamomile Blossoms, rose petals and lavender buds to give you a good night's rest this winter

Peppermint

Peppermint is another herb that has been around for ages, spanning cultures. People from the ancient Greeks to modern-day Moroccans drink peppermint tea to cleanse the palate and soothe the tummy.

Our premium Peppermint Tea is hand crafted and hand sorted with only the freshest peppermint leaves. It’s packed in small batches for superior flavour and freshness. Taste the difference today.

Lemon Myrtle

Lemon Myrtle is a refreshingly citrusy tea with menthol undertones and hints of spice. Offering a soothing experience to drive away the blues and calm a sore throat, this lemony herb has been a pantry staple for those who love a strong dose of citrus zing.

Experience the fresh flavours and citrusy zing of our Lemon Myrtle Tea. 

Moringa

Winter is the time to give your immune system a little boost and moringa, aka the miracle tree, will give it exactly the type of boost it needs. Traditionally used to help combat malnutrition, this protein and mineral-rich plant is gaining in popularity in wellness circles but we’re letting you in on the secret now. It’s full of vitamins, minerals and detoxifying properties to help you feel your best.

Our Moringa Tea Range, a winter selection focused on promoting wellness in different ways through each blend's unique combination of ingredients - with a primary focus on the Moringa Leaf, a natural superfood that will be your saving grace this winter. 

Matcha

Made from stone-ground green tea leaves, matcha is packed with benefits that you need to sail through winter - antioxidants, polyphenols and caffeine. Best of all, unlike a cup of coffee, a simple dose of matcha will give you a calm boost of energy and focus.

Get a healthy kick of pure green energy with our pure organic matcha tea.

Rooibos

Rooibos tea is truly unique, made from a bush native to (and only found in) South Africa. Perhaps rooibos’ biggest claim to fame is its unique antioxidant content. Specifically, it contains at least two health-enhancing compounds (aspalathin and alpha hydroxy acid) that do not exist in any other natural source that you can ingest. It’s also the only tea that provides quercetin, a powerful weapon against fighting free radicals in the body.

Want to tackle those spring sniffles head on? Then indulge in a hot cuppa from our delicious rooibos teas.

Turmeric

A flowering plant from the ginger family, turmeric is a trending spice known for its bright orange colour and earthy, warm flavour. Used in everything from yummy curries to soothing face masks, this super ingredient is thought to treat tummy troubles and improve the look of skin. No wonder it’s on our list!

Boost immunity and reduce inflammation during this winter season with our Turmeric tea.

Ginseng

This probably isn’t your first run-in with ginseng. A staple in ancient Chinese medicine, it’s one of the world’s most popular herbal remedies.  Tea Drop’s Ginseng Oolong also works miracles on taste buds. It is sweet, strong and carries a strong, rewarding aftertaste. 

Ginger

When it comes to ginger, there’s a lot to love. Popular for its powerful anti-inflammatory properties, this ancient spice is believed to help relieve nausea, soothe the tummy and boost your defenses against colds and viruses. It’s warm, spicy taste feels like the kick in the pants your system probably needs. So warm up this winter with our ginger teas.

Healthy tea, healthy me

There you have it. Our pick on the 10 best ingredients to indulge in this winter. Included in our some of our finest and freshest teas to help your body fight flu and colds this winter.