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Americans may be a coffee swilling crowd, but tea drinking has a long history stateside. From classic souther iced tea to the global impact of the Boston tea party, this simple sip has had a starring role on the American stage for as long as we've been a countryin fact, in the 1860s, those precious leaves made up more than 60% of the United States' imports from China. While coffee may have overtaken tea in our popular consciousness, the classic brew remains a fan favorite, and with the rise of wellness culture, more of us are gravitating toward the antioxidant power of tea.

Whether you're adding a cuppa to your relaxation routine, using it for your morning jolt, or sipping for your health, these are the brands you need to stock your cabinet (and teapot) with.

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DavidsTea

Even the most jaded tea lover could find something new and deliciousin the selection of thisCanadian tea emporium. From classic loose leafteas to esoteric blends like Cookie Dough and Bahama Mama, there's no shortage of options for every taste. Can't decide? They also offer a subscription service to let you test out a sampling of seasonal favorites delivered right to your door.

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Bellocq

Based out ofGreenpoint, Brooklyn, this exclusivetea emporium specialized in single origin,whole leaf pureteas and unique, eleganthandmade blendsthat are perfect for true tea aficionados.

Fortnum & Mason

$79.95

Want to drink like a royal? This three century oldLondon-based brand holds Royal Warrants from both the Queen and the Prince of Wales making it an official British favorite and the perfect way to add a little extra elegance to your morning routine.

Palais des Ths

For those who want a tea that looks as pretty as it tastes, stock up on colorful tins of this French tea brand's blends of globally inspired teas likeTh du Hammam,Chai Imprial, andParis for Her.

Tea Forte

If you're going for presentation points, look no further than these delightful standalone pyramids filled with whole leaf blends likeChamomile Citron,Lemon Lavender, andMountain Oolong.

Vahdam Teas

Taste some of the best (not to mention most beautiful) teas India has to offer withVahdam. Not only are theycertified climate- and plastic-neutral, but a portion of their proceeds go to improving educational opportunitiesinIndia too, so it's a cup you can feel good about brewing.

Kusmi Tea

Kusmi may have been founded in St. Petersburg in 1867 and become a favorite of the tsars, but nowadays theirraison d'etreis to create delicious, accessible, unpretentious teas that even the tea-skeptical can appreciate. Look to them for everything fromhistoric Russian blends to modern twists like detox teas.

Harney & Sons

This family-run New York based tea seller offers high-quality teas that look and taste far fancier than their price tag would suggest. Their selection runs the gamut from classic go-tos like English Breakfast to fruity blends like Blueberry Green, fan-favorite Hot Cinnamon Spice, and wellness teas made withAyurvedic principals and hemp infusions.

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