ABOUT US
Founded in 1972 by two teaheads in search of joy and well-being, our story is one built on flavor exploration and the natural goodness of botanicals. In the cozy confines of a Victorian home in Southwest Portland, in a basement where creativity (and good vibes) flowed freely, our two founders blended and brewed. Driven by a fervent love for combining herbs, spices, and botanicals, our founders set out on a journey to uplift the mind, body, and soul through revitalizing tea blends. Turns out, you can sip your way to happiness.
From humble brewing-in-the-basement beginnings, our commitment to innovating with tasty, premium ingredients has remained. Embracing the rich tradition of chai tea, we were among the first to popularize it in the US. A production employee, deeply proud of his mother's cherished chai recipe, graciously shared it with the founders. Captivated by its aromatic blend, they were inspired to delve deeper into the world of chai. Since then, we’ve expanded our Chai collection to over 7 bold and unique flavors to cater to the diverse palates of teaheads everywhere.
But we didn’t stop there—take our Lemon Ginger herbal blend, for example. We wanted something zingy, something invigorating. Decades ago when we brought this citrusy and biting flavor to market, there was hesitation among our customers, not interest in such an unconventional flavor profile. Cut to today, Lemon Ginger has become the #1 flavored herbal tea in the US.
When tea is done right, it’s not just about taste, but how it makes you feel—physically and mentally. That’s why our teas are made with healthful, plant-based ingredients that will leave you feeling your best.
We take purposeful measures to ensure our products are non-GMO certified, and our teabags are free of microplastics. When it comes to packaging, you can sip peacefully knowing our boxes are recyclable, and our tea bags are compostable, made from all-natural, unbleached fiber.
We're constantly pushing the boundaries of flavor and innovation, eager to bring even more options to our beloved Stash-ers. We can’t wait to see what the future holds.