Our favorite pouch is the Darjeeling First Flush... It's lightly floral, with a sturdy black tea backbone. Brewed hot, it's especially dainty (appealing for those who find tea too tannic or bitter).

Bon Appétit's Healthyish Team

Alaya teas are gentle yet distinct. To appreciate them, slow down and take notice rather than gulp and go.

Dana Cowin, Former Editor-in-Chief, Food and Wine

It tastes like caramel sauce without the sweetness; the sweet sensations instead come from an understated walnut and pecan warmth. That, plus faint herbal and buttery qualities, make for a brew that has me reaching for another sip without realizing I’m doing so.

Max Falkowitz, Saveur