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  • Ceylon Blends

    The quality of Ceylon teas has been on a steady rise since tea plantations revived Sri Lanka’s agricultural industry when their coffee crops fell victim to disease. You can have a pure Ceylon tea from a particular estate or enjoy one of these delicious teas in a blend where their flavors harmonize with the qualities… Continue reading

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  • Hi, I’m “Sir William of the Leaf”

    [Editor’s note: William Dietz, aka “Sir William of the Leaf”, has moved on to other things. We wish him all the best.] As a first post, I would like to start out with an introduction. My name is William Dietz, alias “Sir William of the Leaf.” I am eighteen years old and currently live in… Continue reading

  • Those Wonderful Amsterdam Teapots

    Just like the basic and timeless Brown Betty, the Amsterdam teapot is quintessential and a must for your British-style teatime. Its full body shape makes me think of a lovable grandma perpetually cooking wonderfully smelling and tasting treats to serve along with seemingly never empty pots of tea. Amsterdam Teapots are made in China for… Continue reading

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  • Luck of the Irish

    This Wednesday is St. Patrick’s Day, that green-tinted day upon which all Americans have a bit of Irish blood in them no matter which continent their ancestors hailed from. Green beer will be poured out in copious quantities between now and then, but I propose a more civilized way to celebrate the occasion. A shamrock… Continue reading

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  • Twitter Contest!

    Great news, everybody! English Tea Store has decided to spread the word about its great-tasting tea and nifty tea accessories by giving stuff away! Just convince five of your friends to follow ETS on Twitter and you’ll be entered to win the following: a 2-cup Ceramic Infuser Teapot (you pick the color) and a sampling… Continue reading

  • How Tea Can Help Your Garden

    After savoring the aroma and flavor of your cup of tea, did you know that the used tea leaves can continue to benefit you and your garden? Tea is a powerful fertilizer, so powerful in fact that recently Harvard University switched to an organic fertilizer comprised partially of green tea.  There are many ways you… Continue reading

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  • Top 500 Internet Retailer Award

    Online Stores, Inc. Ranked Among America’s Top 500 Internet Retailers New Stanton, PA May 12, 2009 – Online Stores, Inc. announced today that they have again been included amongst America’s top 500 internet retailers in the Internet Retailer Top 500 Guide. 2009 will be Online Stores, Inc.’s third year on the prestigious list; the company… Continue reading

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  • Agony of the Leaves

    If you have ever immersed yourself into the exciting world of higher quality teas, you will surely have heard frequent recommendations to avoid tea bags in favor of loose leaf teas. This is sound advice, and there are many reasons for it. One of the most pragmatic and somewhat obvious reasons for this is a… Continue reading

  • Twitter Top 500 Retweet Coupon Code

    Thanks for giving us some much needed Twitter love 🙂 As promised — the (drumroll please)……. Free Coupon! Between now and May 31st, use coupon code: “insanitea” For Free Shipping on all orders over $10! This is a private coupon given out to  celebrate our Top 500 Award on Twitter as well as our partnership… Continue reading

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