What to get a tea lover?

Opt for the finest teas in the world

Before gifting a trip around the world (the day we win the lottery!), why not offer a world tour of teas? Starting with China, the birthplace of tea, where it has been grown and enjoyed since the third millennium BCE. Among the most prestigious Chinese teas, we recommend the organic Long Jing tea (Dragon Well), known for its long, flat emerald-green leaves and its delicate notes of hazelnut and chestnut. Or the organic Jasmine Jade Pearls tea, crafted into exquisite little tea pearls ready to be infused.

Next stop: Japan, with several celebrated green teas: organic Sencha green tea, known as the “tea of hospitality”, organic Genmaicha green tea with roasted and popped brown rice, or organic Hojicha green tea from the island of Kyushu. But it is undoubtedly organic matcha tea that has become a huge trend in baking in recent years. We complete this flavourful journey with a stop in India, the home of chai, a sweet, spiced milk tea. Not forgetting Morocco, where traditional mint green tea is the ultimate symbol of hospitality.

Proof that a simple organic green tea as a gift can offer a truly transporting experience.

Opt for a gift set

Finding it hard to choose just one tea? We completely understand! To make discovering and rediscovering blends easy, a gift set is the ideal choice. Even more so at Kusmi, where our blends are not only top quality, but also environmentally friendly. All ingredients come from organic farming, all blending and packaging take place in France, and our packaging is eco-friendly.

Among our favourite gift sets, discover Les Moments gift set (5 tea recipes to enjoy throughout the day), Les Essentiels gift set (5 essential tea and herbal infusion miniatures), or the Tea Time gift set (afternoon tea essentials). Best of all, all our gift sets can enjoy a second, third... or tenth life thanks to available refills.

Another option to delight the most inspired: choose a customisable gift set to put together yourself. Perfect for catering to the lucky recipient’s tastes... or letting them discover our favourite teas! Don’t hesitate to include some white tea, which is far less familiar than green or black teas and captivates the most discerning palates with its rare, subtle, and delicate flavours.

Gift them the perfect teapot

For tea lovers (and enthusiasts of its ancient rituals!), a teapot is an absolute must-have for a proper teatime. It is THE perfect gift for anyone who enjoys tea. It is up to you to find the one best suited to their style and tea-drinking habits.

Tried-and-tested traditional teapots

One instantly thinks of the Japanese cast iron teapot known as the “Tetsubin Kyusu”. Its highlight? The thermal efficiency of cast iron, which retains heat exceptionally well and can be placed directly on the heat source to boil water. In China, Yixing clay teapots are particularly famous. Their unique feature is that they have a “memory”. Because the clay is unglazed, tea tannins build up on the inner walls over time, enhancing each subsequent brew. Seasoned over decades, some fetch exorbitant prices! The drawback is that you should only brew one type of tea in them to prevent conflicting flavours. For everyday use, a porcelain or ceramic teapot (glazed materials) will be much easier to use (and reuse!).

Modern teapots for design lovers

While tradition has its charms, innovation is just as appealing to tea lovers. What a joy in the morning to know that the automatic teapot takes care of everything! Equipped with various programmes, this tea maker heats the water, brews all types of tea, signals when it is ready, and keeps it warm. Another, even more stylish option is the glass teapot, loved for its clean, Scandinavian-inspired look. Its transparency lets the tea’s colour gradually unfold—ideal for keeping an eye on the infusion.

Equip them with professional accessories

If the lucky recipient already has a teapot and a generous supply of teas, you can opt for gifts that are still tea-themed, but a little more original. Even better, if you are feeling especially generous—or the occasion calls for it—you can assemble a bespoke kit featuring a teapot, tea, and accessories. Read on below to find out more about them.

Gift the perfect kettle

Let’s start with the kettle, which for many of us has become the essential first step in brewing a tea or herbal infusion. As an everyday staple, designers and top small appliance brands have given it a modern makeover. Our current favourites? The compact, rounded KitchenAid Classic kettle, or the Emma kettle by Stelton, inspired by traditional enamelled coffee pots.

Small tea accessories for gifting

Making tea is simple and enjoyable (when you have the right equipment!), but drinking it is even better. You can elevate the tasting experience by choosing a beautifully crafted cup or mug. For instance, we love this stoneware herbal tea mug with its wooden lid, just as stylish in the kitchen as on an office desk. If you opt for a classic cup or mug, you can pair it with a tea ball, a spoon infuser, or a reusable tea filter.

Accessories for iced tea

Since summer is never far away and iced tea lovers are multiplying, you could also gift an iced tea carafe, specially designed to brew summer’s signature refreshing and detox beverage. And because it is always wonderful to take your tea with you on the way to work, on a weekend getaway, or while travelling, an insulated bottle—such as this sleek glass water bottle—will keep your drinks hot or cold for hours.