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Bespoke Chinese Teas
Jasmine Pearls (Buddhas Tears) Jasmine Scented Green Tea
$16.00
A best-seller, and a great entry tea to the world of artisan tea.: our jasmine-scented green tea. Sourced from Hengdian, Guangxi, China, this tea is carefully harvested in early...
View full product detailsTangerine Pu'er (Gan Pu Cha)
$16.00
A cooked pu'er aged inside a whole, dried, tangerine (Chen Pi. Exclusive to A Leaf Story!) Pu'er is a fermented black tea that has very low caffeine with many health benefits. Traditionally drank in...
View full product detailsScarlet Robe Oolong (Da Hong Pao)
$16.00
Looking for a unique smokey oolong tea experience? Look no further than Mount Wuyi and its famous rock teas, including the renowned Da Hong Pao. Located in Northern Fujian, Mount...
View full product detailsPhoenix Oolong Honey Orchid (Mi Lan Xiang Dan Cong)
$84.00
Sourced from Mount Phoenix, the birthplace of "gongfucha" and home to over 70 varieties of dan cong, this tea is a true taste of Southern China. Our Honey Orchid tea...
View full product detailsJade Spiral (Bi Luo Chun, Chinese Green Tea)
$16.00
Jade Spiral (Biluochun), also known as "Green, Snail, and Spring". This Chinese green tea is made exclusively with young tea buds, carefully picked in early spring. Its name aptly...
View full product detailsOsmanthus Oolong (Gui Hua Oolong)
$16.00
A fragrant blend of sweet osmanthus (a yellow pedal flower native in Southeast Asia) and a medium bodied Taiwanese Oolong known as Emerald Jade (Cui Yu). About Emerald Jade Oolong Harvested in...
View full product detailsJasmine Silver Needles (Green Tea)
$16.00
Sourced from Hengdian, Guangxi, China, this tea is crafted with utmost care and precision. Only young, delicate buds are hand-picked, then expertly rolled into a needle shape that allows for...
View full product detailsMenghai Ripe Pu'er Tea (Loose Leaf, Year 2017)
$16.00
Discover the bold and earthy flavors of Menghai Ripe Pu'er tea, sourced from the renowned tea region of Menghai, Yunnan, China. This fermented black tea has been enjoyed for centuries...
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Editors' Picks
Handcrafted Shui Ping Shaped Yixing Teapot (紫砂水平壶）
$248.00
Discover the ultimate in gongfu brewing with our exquisite Yixing teapot. Crafted to perfection by skilled artisans from Guangdoing province. Made from aged purple clay, this teapot is not only a functional brewing tool but also an elegant accessory for those who appreciate the finer things in life.
This Yixing teapot boasts a classic shui ping shape, designed for brewing oolong and puerh teas, while maintaining their full flavor and aroma. The porous nature of the clay ensures that your tea will have an enhanced taste that cannot be found in other brewing methods.
Each teapot is handcrafted, making each piece unique and adding a touch of sophistication to your tea ritual. An exquisite addition to any collection!
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Digital Gift Card (A Leaf Story Gift Card for Tea Lovers)
$50.00
Looking for the perfect gift for the tea lover in your life? A Leaf Story has got you covered with our digital gift cards! Our gift cards allow the recipient to choose from our full range of teas and teawares, including discounted items, so you don't have to worry about picking the wrong things.
With our digital gift cards, you can have them issued within hours, directly to your designated email, making them the perfect last-minute gift solution. Plus, our gift cards are valid for 24 months from the date of purchase, giving the recipient plenty of time to really think about what they want.
At A Leaf Story, we believe in giving our customers the freedom to choose what they love most. That's why our gift cards cannot be exchanged or refunded for cash. Give the gift of choice with A Leaf Story digital gift cards today!
Testimonials
If you love tea, then this is your heaven. This small shop sells a wide range of teas and specializes in top Chinese teas. I have bought some exquisite Oolongs (Da Hong Pao, Rou Gui, Shui Xian) and Puerh. The owner, Kaishan, is very passionate, friendly, funny and knowledgeable. I would give 6 stars if I could!
— Pascale Sameli
Very knowledgable tea expert! Kaishan really spends the time to match the best teas for your tastes - we love the red robe variety! She and her partners also ran a successful tea event, the Melbourne BrewIn, highly recommended for the true deep tea lover!
— Nicolas Co
I’ve visited the store many times! A Leaf STory is passionate about sharing tea and especially Chinese tea culture in Melbourne. The owner has extensive knowledge in tea and is always seeking out ways to learn more. If you enjoy tea you will find something here!
— Amanda Low