Gifts for Chai Lovers: 10 Spicy Picks for Christmas (2026)
The best gifts for chai lovers: real masala chai, a Boulder-made concentrate, frothers for chai lattes and a mug that keeps it hot. 10 cozy picks.
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I'm a writer, friend, and community creator who splits his time between Mazatlán, Mexico, Boulder, Colorado, and Alberta, Canada.
I have a passion for all things relational. I write about tea, friendship, travel, and the joys of life I find along the way. I love to share my food and my drink with those around me.
I've learned a ton from travel, friends, and nerding out on tea. I'm excited to share it with you.
Why Tea?
Tea is quintessential hospitality. It is also the most consumed beverage in the world... well, second to water. Ever since I discovered the secret world of craft tea and tea ceremonies, I have added it to my repertoire of how I love to connect with others and show them something new. Tea is a great way to get to know the world and its diverse cultures and traditions.
Why Friendship?
I'm convinced it's more important than ever to invest in our relationships and be intentional. I love to help people do that, personally and professionally. AI, social media, distractions, isolation... there are lots of things pushing everyone away from connection. I love to celebrate the human need for relationship and offer tips and new ways of thinking about people.
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Serving Up Good Recs
I only recommend teas and tools I actually drink and use. These are my current favorites from brands I trust.
Ku Cha House of Tea
From $29.95
Creamy, buttery, and impossibly smooth. This is the tea that got me into oolongs. Brew it gongfu style for the best experience.
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Ku Cha House of Tea
$39.95
This rock tea grows in the famous Wuyi Mountain from Northern Fujian Province, China. Rou Gui brews a burnt amber liquor, and tastes heavily of cinnamon spice.
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REOWONU
From $49.99
I used to spend 5X trying to get a whole tea set together. Now this exists.
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