Journal

Tea
Why a Glass Teapot Changes How You Drink Tea
There's a reason tea houses use glass. On watching your tea brew, why it makes the ritual better, and how to choose a glass teapot.

Tea
Matcha at Home: A Calm Five-Minute Ceremony
Matcha is having a moment for good reason — it's a small, hands-on ritual. Here's how to whisk a proper bowl at home, hot or iced.

Tea
Herbal Teas for Winding Down
An evening cup is a signal as much as a drink. On caffeine-free herbal teas for the end of the day, and the mugs that make the ritual...

Tea
Loose-Leaf for Beginners: Everything You Need (and Nothing You Don't)
Loose-leaf tea looks fussier than it is. A no-nonsense starter guide: the little kit that makes it easy, and how to brew a proper cup.

Rituals
Coffee or Tea? Designing the First Hour of Your Day
Coffee or tea isn't really the question. The question is what you want the first hour of your day to feel like — and how to anchor it...