With Christmas steadily approaching, you are likely already thinking about your presents. Where does the time go? One moment, you have 8 months left to buy all of your gifts and the next, you have a few weeks to buy 20 presents.
Even with a time constraint, you should never compromise on the quality of the gifts you buy your loved ones. It is not too often that you get the opportunity to remind your loved ones how much they mean to you, so you should make it count while you can.
If you have a tea lover in your life and aren’t sure what gift to get them, you should consider looking at some luxury tea gifts. There’s a common misconception that you can’t make tea gifts super special, but that’s far from the truth.
At Leaf Tea Shop, we know tea and how to elevate a simple gift to make it more luxurious. Here are some luxury tea gift ideas that should inspire you.
Brand New Teaware
If you are buying gifts for a real tea lover, you should certainly consider getting them some new, luxurious teaware.
If the tea lover in your life has a busy schedule, they probably haven’t even considered replacing their current set, which may be worn down and need replacing, depending on how often they drink tea.
If you want to wow them and give them something that they will use, buy them luxurious teaware.
You should assess how they like to drink their tea. Do they like to use a teapot? Do they use tea bags? All of this information is important to know when selecting their teaware.
We have some great recommendations if you aren’t sure where to start and don’t want to ask to avoid raising suspicions.
Every tea lover needs a quality strainer for their loose leaves. You could just get any old strainer, but if you want to add some luxury to the gift, we highly recommend that you get them a gold sieve tea strainer, as these strainers just ooze elegance.
If you want to make an impact with your gift while still being practical, we suggest you buy them a teapot with a built-in infuser. This eliminates the need for additional equipment and allows them to prepare a cup of loose-leaf tea easily.
A Handmade Teacup
We know what you’re thinking: a teacup may not appear to be the most luxurious gift, but you must look at the bigger picture.
Any avid tea drinker would be more than happy to receive even a plain old teacup, but we suggest you purchase a handcrafted teacup to make it much more special.
What makes a handcrafted tea cup so special is that it is one of a kind. Even if it comes in a set, each piece would still have to be individually made, and so there would be slight differences, adding a lot of character to the cup.
We strongly suggest buying from local or independent businesses. You can get some unique pieces that only the giftee will own.
If you want to make the gift special, you could even attend a pottery painting class and customise a cup, creating an entirely bespoke piece to gift your loved one.
A Hamper
Can’t choose just one gift? Who says you have to stop at one? If you are having difficulty selecting the perfect gift for your loved one, you could create a hamper of tea accessories and brand-new flavours for them to try.
Hampers are the gifts that keep on giving, and people love rooting through the basket to see what goodies they have.
If you are not sure what to include in your hamper, some great suggestions are:
- A glass tube strainer
- A selection of tea bags for every mood
- Ornate teaspoons
- Travel teacup
- Some luxuriously infused chocolates
The possibilities are endless. Consider your loved one’s likes, and you should be able to put together a brilliant hamper.
Remember, if you want the hamper to look luxurious, use attractive decorative pieces like ribbon to give it a more high-end feel.
A Selection of Delicious Teas
Nothing is more exciting for a tea lover than trying a brand-new flavour. It can be easy to get stuck in a rut of drinking the same flavours, and often, people don’t even think about branching out.
By giving your loved ones a selection of teas, you are giving them the opportunity to try new things and broaden their horizons.
If they have a sweet tooth, we suggest you provide them with a selection of dessert teas. These delicious teas are perfect for anyone who enjoys sweeter flavours.
If you plan on giving your gift around Christmas, we recommend trying the festive range we offer at Leaf. This range comes prepackaged in aesthetically pleasing metal tins, making them durable and fantastic display pieces.
These teas are perfect for any luxurious tea gift sets that you may be putting together for a friend or loved one.
Luxury doesn’t have to mean costly, so these make perfect gifts for anyone on a budget.
Tea Cosmetics
If you want to take a different approach with your tea gifts, we suggest using tea-infused cosmetics. Due to the countless benefits of many teas, it is no wonder that so many cosmetic companies are using tea in their products.
Some tea cosmetics will be a brilliant gift for a skincare and beauty lover. Black and green tea cosmetics, particularly, are trendy due to their ability to transform skin and are often used as an alternative to retinol.
If you want to use a luxury brand, we strongly recommend Fresh, which has a wonderful tea-based cosmetics line.
Cosmetics make for brilliant and luxurious gifts and would be a nice nod to the interests of your tea-loving friends.
A Tea Advent Calendar
A tea advent calendar is a fantastic gift that any tea lover would love to receive. With Christmas on its way, it makes an interesting and unusual change from your standard chocolate calendar.
You can always purchase a premade tea calendar, and there are some on the market with a very luxurious look, but we suggest making your own for a bespoke touch.
You can easily find reusable calendars online. Once you have selected the one that suits your taste and has the best look, you can fill the gaps with a variety of flavours.
If you are unsure what flavours would be best for the calendar, remember that you can get really creative and add some fun ones too; that’s the whole joy of creating a calendar.
If you decide to make your own, head over to the Leaf Shop. We have a selection of delicious teas, from seasonal to fruity summer flavours, ready to make the perfect calendar.
Create the Perfect Luxury Gift with Leaf
Hopefully, we have inspired you to create the perfect luxury tea gift for the special person in your life. At Leaf, we have a selection of teas and teaware options to choose from, so by going to our website, you can pick from the best gifts for any tea lover.
Remember, luxury items don’t always need to be expensive. You can pick the perfect gift for your loved ones from our website without breaking the bank. You will be surprised at what you can create with creativity.
