Buy Loose-Leaf Tea and Herbal Blends at Azarius
Our tea shelf splits cleanly into two halves: proper tea (the leaves of Camellia sinensis — black, green, oolong) and herbal infusions (everything else, technically called tisanes but nobody actually says that). If you want caffeine, you're looking at the first half. If you want something to wind down with at 10pm, you're in the second.
We carry 30-plus blends and a handful of brewing tools. Most come as 100 g loose-leaf pouches, which is roughly 40-50 cups depending on how heavy-handed you are with the scoop. Blunt opinion: if you've only ever had supermarket teabags, buy one loose-leaf tea and a basic infuser. The difference is not subtle.
What We Carry
- Loose-leaf oolongs — Diamond Oolong Tea Blend (multi-origin, lifted with marigold and cornflower) and Taiwan Oolong Finest for the traditionalists
- Black teas — Ceylon Tea from Sri Lanka, Earl Grey with real bergamot (not synthetic), plus black-tea-based chais
- Green teas — Japanese Sencha for the grassy, clean cup; Chinese Jasmine Dragon Pearl for something floral and rolled by hand
- Chai blends — Ginger Chai (two ingredients, no filler), Ceylon Cinnamon Chai, Indian Masala Chai, and Herbal Chai for the caffeine-free version
- Herbal blends for evening — Good Night Herbs, Night Herbs, Daydreaming, Sweet Dreams, Life Experience, Inner Peace
- Herbal blends for morning/energy — Good Morning Herbs, Fresh & Fitness, Hot Shot, Energiser (guarana, kola nut, ginseng, cocoa in one cup)
- Fruity and floral — Hibiscus Tea (pure dried flowers, ruby-red cup), Tropical Fruit Cocktail, Rooibos Chocolate Caramel
- Hemp-infused — Infused Hemp Tea in black or green tea bags, plus Hemp Relax (rooibos, hemp seeds, fruit)
- Kratom tea — Jetpackkratom Chai Tea in pre-dosed bags for a spiced, gentle take
- Brewing tools — ball-shaped Tea Infuser, Stainless Steel Mesh Tea Filter with Handle, Metal Measuring Spoon, and Empty Tea Filter (T-Bar) bags for your own mixes
Quick Pick by What You Want From Your Cup
| If you want… | Start here | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| A proper morning caffeine kick | Ceylon Tea, Earl Grey | Coffee drinkers looking to switch or rotate |
| Spiced warmth with caffeine | Indian Masala Chai, Ginger Chai | Cold mornings, post-lunch slump |
| Clean, grassy, mid-afternoon lift | Japanese Sencha, Jasmine Dragon Pearl | Green tea newcomers and regulars |
| Fruity, complex, re-steepable | Diamond Oolong, Taiwan Oolong Finest | People who want to nerd out a bit |
| Wind down, no caffeine | Good Night Herbs, Night Herbs, Sweet Dreams | Evening drinkers, pre-bed ritual |
| Caffeine-free but still flavourful | Herbal Chai, Hibiscus, Tropical Fruit Cocktail | Afternoon, iced tea, kids-friendly |
| An energy lift without coffee | Energiser Tea, Fresh & Fitness | Afternoon slump, workout days |
| Something a bit different | Infused Hemp Tea, Jetpackkratom Chai | Regular tea drinkers who want to try something new |
How to Choose Your Tea
If you're new to loose-leaf, order one black tea (Ceylon or Earl Grey), one green (Sencha), and one herbal (pick based on when you'll drink it — morning or night). Get the ball-shaped Tea Infuser or the Stainless Steel Mesh Filter with Handle. That's the whole starter kit and it'll last you months.
If you already brew loose-leaf regularly and want to level up, the oolongs are where tea gets interesting. Diamond Oolong Tea Blend re-steeps two to three times from one scoop, and each steep tastes slightly different. Taiwan Oolong Finest is the more traditional single-origin pick. Both reward a bit of patience with water temperature (around 85-90°C, not boiling).
For herbal blends, read the ingredient list and trust your nose. Chamomile-heavy blends (Good Night Herbs, Life Experience) lean soft and sweet. Hibiscus-forward blends (Hibiscus Tea, Wizard Herbs, Good Morning Herbs) are tart and sharp. Spiced blends (Hot Shot, Herbal Chai, Indian Masala) hit harder. When in doubt, buy two small 100 g pouches rather than one big one — variety beats commitment.
Brewing Basics
Rough rule: one teaspoon of leaves per cup, water temperature matched to the tea. Black tea and herbals take boiling water (100°C). Oolong wants 85-90°C. Green tea wants 70-80°C — boiling water is the reason most people think they hate green tea. Steep black for 3-5 minutes, green for 2-3, oolong for 3-5 (and re-steep), herbals for 5-8.
Buy the Metal Measuring Spoon if you're tired of guessing, and grab the Empty Tea Filter (T-Bar) bags if you want to blend your own or pre-portion for work.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between black, green, and oolong tea?
They all come from the same plant, Camellia sinensis. The difference is oxidation: green tea is unoxidised (fresh, grassy), black tea is fully oxidised (dark, malty), and oolong sits in the middle — semi-oxidised, which is why it has that fruity, floral complexity. Diamond Oolong and Taiwan Oolong Finest are our two oolong picks.
Which teas are caffeine-free?
All our herbal blends are caffeine-free — Good Night Herbs, Night Herbs, Daydreaming, Sweet Dreams, Life Experience, Inner Peace, Top Fit!, Fresh & Fitness, Hot Shot, Good Morning Herbs, Herbal Chai, Herbal Detox, Hibiscus, Tropical Fruit Cocktail, Wizard Herbs, Stress Relief, Rooibos Chocolate Caramel, and Hemp Relax. Anything containing Camellia sinensis (black, green, oolong) has caffeine.
How many cups do I get from a 100 g pouch?
Roughly 40-50 cups at one teaspoon per cup. Oolongs stretch further because the leaves re-steep — Diamond Oolong Tea Blend gives two to three good steeps per scoop, which effectively doubles your cup count.
Do I need a special infuser for loose-leaf tea?
No, but it helps. The ball-shaped Tea Infuser (5 cm, stainless steel) works for single cups. The Stainless Steel Mesh Filter with Handle gives leaves more room to unfurl, which matters for bigger leaves like oolong. For pots, just strain. For blending your own, grab the Empty Tea Filter T-Bar bags.
Can I drink hemp tea every day?
Yes. Infused Hemp Tea (black or green) and Hemp Relax are straightforward daily drinks — the hemp content is mild and doesn't contain THC in psychoactive amounts. Treat them like any other tea and drink whenever the mood takes you.
What's the best tea to drink before bed?
Good Night Herbs (chamomile, Melissa, blackberry leaf, rose) and Night Herbs (with valerian and hops) are the two most sleep-focused blends. Sweet Dreams and Daydreaming are gentler floral alternatives. All caffeine-free, all made for the 9-10pm cup.
Last updated: April 2026