How can I find my favorite blend ?
There are several ways to find a tea or accessory on our website. You can use the search bar. This search tool will allow you to quickly find a product either by the name of the blend or accessory, or by its properties or ingredients.
For example, if you want a blend containing vanilla, just enter the word “vanilla” in the search bar to view all the blends with this ingredient.
Of course, you can also find our blends by clicking on the corresponding categories shown in the upper-left corner of our homepage.
I have heard about your Russian recipes. What are they exactly ?
The Russian blends are part of our iconic Kusmi Tea collection, a brand which originated in St. Petersburg in 1867 under the name of the Kousmichoff Tea House. The secret behind the “Russian taste” is a combination of black teas and delicious notes of lemon, lime, sweet orange, bitter orange, grapefruit and bergamot. You can discover these teas with our 5 mini-tin trial size assortment of 25g each.
- Prince Vladimir: created in 1888 in honor of Vladimir the Great, ruler of Holy Russia, our Prince Vladimir tea is a blend of Earl Grey, citrus, vanilla and spices. It is one of our iconic blends.
- Anastasia: inspired by the story of the Grand Duchess Anastasia, daughter of Czar Nicholas II (Romanov Dynasty), this exclusive Earl Grey blend exemplifies the famous Russian taste with its combination of black tea, bergamot, lemon and orange-blossom. The recipe for the iconic Anastasia blend has been kept secret since its creation by Pavel Kousmichoff.
- St-Petersburg: created to commemorate the three-hundred-year anniversary of the city of St. Petersburg, where Kusmi Tea originated in 1867, St. Petersburg is a delicious blend of Earl Grey, caramel and red berries, with a delicate hint of vanilla.
- Bouquet of Flowers no. 108: created in 1880 by Pavel Kousmichoff to honor the birth of his first daughter, Elisabeth, Bouquet of Flowers no. 108 is Kusmi Tea's oldest recipe. A combination of Earl Grey, citrus fruit and flowers create a very delicate blend.
I am looking for Detox blends. How can I find them?
- Click HERE to order the Blue Detox
- For the BB Detox, click HERE
- Find our Detox blends by clicking HERE
Also discover our other Wellness blends by clicking HERE.
By clicking on “Our Teas”, you will be able to view our teas classified into subcategories according to the collection to which they belong, their type or their flavor.
Our Rooibos and herbal tea infusions are available under a heading dedicated to our theine-free blends: ROOIBOS & HERBAL TEAS
What is Rooibos? At what time of the day can I drink it?
Rooibos is a plant originating from South Africa, where this tea is very popular. Also called Red Tea, it has a sweet, round-bodied taste, sometimes with notes of vanilla, honey or lemon.
As Rooibos is naturally theine-free, it can be enjoyed at any time of the day, in moderation.
Click HERE to discover all our Rooibos selection.
I would to do a gift, could you advise me ?
We offer some gifts set, colorful box and tea accessories.
I am looking for a black breakfast tea. What do you suggest?
Russian Morning No.24 is a blend of two single-origin teas: a black tea from China, with a subtle flavor, and a black tea from Ceylon, whose delicate leaves have a round, chocolaty taste. This combination creates a well-balanced, full-bodied blend that is perfect for breakfast.
The English Breakfast blend will also delight your palate with his full-bodied flavor.
I am not familiar with your teas and herbal teas. How can I learn more about them?
If you want to discover one or several blends but you are hesitant to buy a large amount, we offer trial sizes of tea bags (boxes of 10 individually-wrapped tea bags) or loose-leaf tea (in 25 gram tins).
You can also read our customer reviews. These product reviews will help you to familiarize yourself with the different blends we offer.
If you are looking for a particular flavor, you can do a keyword search on our website. For example, if you are looking for a tea or herbal tea containing vanilla, enter the word “vanilla” in the search bar in the upper-left corner.
We are pleased to inform you that you will receive three complimentary samples of a tea or herbal tea
for every order placed on our online site, with no minimum purchase required.
What is the proper way to make my Alain Ducasse white tea ?
White tea is one of the most delicate tea varieties. Once it is steeped, its liquid is light in the mouth, and slightly bitter.
It is therefore imperative to follow the brewing instructions to appreciate all the subtlety of this tea without too much bitterness. For this reason, we recommend a brewing time of 3 minutes.
Of course our customer service department is always available to offer any advice on how to prepare our teas and herbal teas.
Do you offer iced teas ? If yes, how do I prepare them ?
Come and discover our selection of iced teas and herbal teas.
Our boxes of special iced tea bags have been designed to easily prepare delicious iced tea blends to which you can add pieces of fruit.
A 0.3 oz tea bag will make 33.8 fl oz of iced tea. Our iced tea carafe is ideal for preparing the perfect iced tea:
- Put 17 fl oz of boiling water (200°F) into your carafe
- Leave the tea bag to steep for 6-7 minutes
- Add ice cubes
- Enjoy
If you want to prepare your iced tea using loose-leaf tea, we strongly recommend the MIST iced tea carafe.
How many cups of tea can I make with a 3,5 oz tin of loose tea ?
Based on an average amount of 0.09 oz of tea per cup, you can make 40 cups of tea with a 3,5 oz tin.
Our copper measuring spoon will be more than helpful to make a perfect tea with the right quantity.
What is the brewing time for your teas and herbal teas ?
The following suggestions serve as a guideline only :
- Black tea : 185-190°F during 3-4 minutes
- Green tea : 175-180°F during 3-4 minutes
- White tea : 170°F during 2-3 minutes (not more)
- Rooibos & Herbal teas : 200°F during 5 minutes
The brewing temperature and time can be adjusted according to your preferences.
The recommended amount of tea/herbal tea is 0.09 oz per 6.76 fl oz of water.
How do I make matcha ?
Scoop 2 to 4 teaspoons of matcha into the bowl using a bamboo matcha spoon. Then add purified water at 175°F into the bowl. Using a matcha bamboo whisk, mix vigorously in a “W” formation until the mixture is smooth and there is a frothy layer on top.
What types of packaging do you offer for your teas and herbal teas ?
Most of our blends are available in the following formats :
Metal tin 3,5oz/100g
Refill bag 100g, ideal for refilling your metal tins
Box of 20 tea bags not individually wrapped (ideal for offering tea to your guests)
Some blends are available in a trial size: 25g tin of loose-leaf tea or a box of 10 individually wrapped tea bags.
To discover the different formats available for each blend, simply click on the preview photo of the box, tin or pouch of tea under the heading “Our Teas” or “Rooibos & Herbal Teas".
Do you offer organic teas ?
Kusmi teas and herbal teas are produced from conventional farming techniques and do not have an organic label.
What is the shelf life of the tea once the tin is opened ?
Kusmi teas and herbal teas can be kept for 3 years from the date the tin is opened. To ensure the freshness of your teas purchased in 100g metal tins, we recommend keeping the loose tea its inner plastic bag and securely closing the tin after use.
The teas must be stored in a dark, dry place.
Are your tea bags biodegradable ?
PLA is a new eco-friendly material made from vegetable residues and corn starch. All our tea bags packaged in boxes are made of PLA.
We can assure you that all our bags are biodegradable.
Are the teas in bags of the same quality as the loose-leaf teas ?
The tea used for making tea bags is of exactly the same quality as the loose tea packaged in tins.
How can I write a review on one of your products ?
Several days after confirming your order on our website, you will receive an email asking you to rate the products you received. You can assign our teas or accessories a rating from 1 to 5 stars. You will also have the opportunity to add a comment so you can share your experience with visitors on our website.