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Teance Fine Teas

Founded more than 20 years ago in Berkeley as a space dedicated to the appreciation of fine tea, tea education, and storytelling, Teance maintains a careful curation of teas from artisan farmers and producers in China, Japan, Taiwan, and India.
Teance Fine Teas

Monthly Tea Subscriptions

To create a community for folks to collectively learn about and enjoy tea, we have curated three programs, each exploring tea of a specific type and style.
Healthy Antioxidants
White, green, and yellow teas handcrafted with gentle processing methods to maximize the health benefits of Camellia sinensis leaves. They are rich in flavonoids (antioxidants) like ECGC, and are lower in caffeine than other teas.
May include an occasional, seasonal herbal or pu-erh tea.
$35
Oolong Lovers
Oolong from China and Taiwan are twisted or rolled whole leaves, oxidized and roasted to develop color, aroma and taste. Subtle differences in processing leads to seemingly endless variations in flavors and intensities. Some drink nothing else.
May include an occasional herbal tea, or tea from another curation based on what is in season.
$35
Afternoon Tea
Fully oxidized Camellia sinensis leaves, known as red tea in China and Taiwan, and black tea in India, Sri Lanka and Nepal. They are full of flavor, high in caffeine content, and still retain many of the health benefits of other teas. They are often mixed as chai or enjoyed as afternoon tea in the Western world.
May include an occasional, seasonal pu-erh or oolong tea.
$25

Each subscription includes

  • Two 1 oz. packages of tea mailed to you at the beginning of each month
  • 30-minute private tea tastings anytime during open hours: Wednesday to Sunday from noon to 4 pm. Available virtually, or in-person at Teance, 1036 Grayson Street, Berkeley, CA.
We ship everywhere in the U.S. You can skip a month or cancel at any time.
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“At Teance, we source handcrafted teas from purveyors who we've developed personal relationships with over the past twenty years. Whether or not you're new to the world of tea, we'd like to welcome you to try one of the programs we put together to more deeply appreciate specific styles of tea.”
Robert Vincent, Managing Director
Chih Hui Burns, Operations Director
Teance Fine Teas

Frequently Asked Questions

How will the teas be shipped to me?
At the beginning of each month, two 1oz. packages of whole-leaf tea will be mailed to you.
Where do you ship?
We ship everywhere within the U.S.
How do I book the private tastings as a subscriber?
To schedule a private tasting, either virtually or at the Tea Shop, please contact the team with your preferred time at info@teance.com.
All three programs sound interesting, can I only pick one?
You can subscribe to one, two or even all three programs at the same time to try all the teas Teance offers. You can also switch between the three programs through your member portal.
Do I need to be an expert in tea to join?
Not at all. Tea enthusiasts of all experience levels are welcome. Detailed tasting notes and brewing suggestions will be provided, and you can learn more during the monthly virtual tastings.
What should I do if I need to cancel?
You can cancel at any time by accessing the "My Membership" section of your member portal.
Not finding what you're looking for? Drop us a line with your questions and we'll get back to you.
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