Copy of Yaupon Tea is the Only Caffeine Native to the U.S.
The Buzz
Caffeine & Theobromine
Yaupon (YO-pawn) is naturally caffeinated. It's also rich in the related stimulant theobromine (from Greek "food of the gods"), the pleasure molecule familiar to lovers of dark chocolate. While yaupon contains less caffeine than coffee or tea, it contains more theobromine. This more balanced ratio gives yaupon its focused, jitter-free buzz.
Health
Antioxidants & Beyond Organic
Yaupon is full of antioxidants, comparable to other superfoods like blueberries and green tea. Theobromine, found in yaupon, has been shown to lower blood pressure. Yaupon is also anti-inflammatory and has shown promise as a preventative of colon cancer. Since our tea is wildcrafted, it's beyond organic. No pesticides. No herbicides. No fertilizers.
Hugging Trees
Local to the U.S. & Sustainable
There's no need to import our caffeine from across the planet! We wild harvest yaupon from the Lost Pines Forest area of Bastrop, Texas, which experienced a massive fire in 2011. Drinking Lost Pines Yaupon is truly sustainable as we help reforest instead of deforest. Thinning yaupon helps the pine trees grow back and restores habitat for critters like the endangered Houston Toad.
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Light Roast Yaupon Tea |
Dark Roast Yaupon Tea |
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A tantalizing range of complex flavors. Brewed lightly it is smooth and bright with a hint of caramel sweetness. Stronger or longer steepings yield a more bold, nutty and grassy flavor with a silky texture. |
Depending on brew strength, the flavor is anywhere from light, caramelly and buttery to intensely rich, complex, nutty and smoky with a velvety texture. Dark roast brewed strong makes a great coffee alternative. |