Celebrating 5 Years In Albuquerque, New Mexico 🎈 get the scoop on our story, customer favorites, and more inside A HUB OF CULTURE & HISTORY This week marks a special occasion for our little tea company - it's our 5 year anniversary of sharing our love of tea with you in the hub of New Mexico, Albuquerque. Albuquerque Old Town is an oasis in the high desert, where culture and diversity are rich. When you walk into the Old Barrel Tea Co. in Albuquerque Old Town you instantly feel at home and your senses transport you to a secret desert-scape tea garden. Bright sunshine floods through the windows, saturating the 100 year old red brick floor and adobe walls in warmth and...
STRAWBERRY HAZELNUT PU ERH creamy hazelnut, bright strawberry, & earthy pu erh how to make the perfect cup ⬇ Strawberry Hazelnut Pu Erh with smooth, earthy pu erh tea, sweet strawberries, rich cocoa nibs and bright rose petals BREW TIPS: This moderately caffeinated blend is lovely served hot or iced, with a spoonful of honey and a dash of cream! Add 1-2 teaspoons in 8 oz of hot water and steep for 5-10 minutes. Why do we love this blend? Here's why... This blend makes a wonderful alternative to coffee, and is indulgent with strawberry and hazelnut flavors! We recommend sipping on this blend during the early hours of the morning to set the tone for an energetic and productive...
✨ SHINING THE SPOTLIGHT ✨ Nicole's Favorites + Tips and Tricks 🌿 🌿 🌿 This month we are shining the spotlight on Nicole, one of the leaders of our Cloudcroft location! Living a health-centered lifestyle comes second nature to Nicole. For almost 2 years Nicole has educated many people about the health benefits of tea in the cool mountains of Cloudcroft, NM. Nicole is beautifully organized and systematic in her work, so her little tea shop is tidy and inviting! Just imagine what the storage room looks like! Nicole is also completely down to earth, kind, honest, and giving. Nicole's leadership, efficiency, and organization helps us feel more satisfied and successful during the workday. We chose to highlight Nicole because our...
Happy Morning. Happy You. Put some intention into your morning routine! As we are transitioning out of the playfulness of summertime and into the productive nature of the fall season, we are building and establishing routines to keep us focused, energized and organized. When you build routines into your life, you unleash the magical power of focus and intentionality-the two things that help us reach our full potential! Here are 4 things you can do starting tomorrow! ⬇ 1: BE CONSISTENT. Step number one is to wake up at the same time each day, which will be easier if you go to sleep at the same time each night. Quality sleep is the first stepping stone to improving your productivity,...
YOGA PAIRING try the campfire essential oil blend with these relaxing poses The Campfire Essential Oil Blend 4 parts Sweet Orange, 2 parts Frankincense, & 1 part Ginger A scent as old as time, the aroma of a campfire inspired this combination! This blend is intended to create grounding effects that inspire you to look inward, while also strengthening the immune system, and promoting healthy cellular turnover. Try pairing the campfire essential oil blend with these yoga poses in the evening to wind down from the day. ⬇︎⬇︎⬇︎ 1. Mindful Breathing Sit or lie down comfortably, and breathe in deeply and fully. Close your eyes and focus on your breath. Breathe in to the count of 5, completely filling the lungs, and...
