More Than Just A Premium Loose Leaf Tea Co.
Cuples Tea House, a premium loose-leaf tea company based in Baltimore, built on inspiring healthier communities through educating people about the many medicinal benefits of drinking tea and thereby connecting people to premium loose-leaf tea options and experiences. As a small, black-owned, and woman-owned business, we take pride in curating an exquisite collection of premium loose leaf teas, along with an array of thoughtfully selected tea accessories.
After opening their first brick and mortar in 2021 in midtown Baltimore, the couple later opened their sister store called Vinyl and Pages (a record and book store.)
This boutique retail space specializes in new and used vinyl albums and books. Additionally, VNP curates’ opportunities for other small business and creatives to secure shelf space. Its mission, to inspire learning through music and books
while fostering creativity and community.
The couple hopes to build a location where both businesses live together.
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OUR COLLECTION OF PREMIUM TEAS, ACCESSORIES AND GIFT BOXES
ABOUT US
For us, it’s not about being another tea house, we want Cuples Tea House to be a life-style. We hope that by introducing people to alternatives to sugary drinks – which contribute to the unhealthy lifestyles of people in urban communities – we start the conversation about redefining how people enjoy healthy beverages.
What Is Your Go To Tea?
Choose Your Perfect Cup
Tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world next to water, and can be found in almost 80% of all U.S. households. It is the only beverage commonly served hot or iced, anytime, anywhere, for any occasion. Cuples Tea carries over 50 kinds of loose tea, including black teas, green teas, herbal teas (infusions), and flavored teas (black or green tea plus other flavors.)
Black Tea
While there are many benefits to drinking tea across the board, the most I come in contact with in regards to black tea is the feeling of alertness from the caffeine content. Despite the fact that Matcha has generally more caffeine per serving, this misconception is a long reeducation process for the general public that will take time.
Green Tea
Green tea is packed with antioxidants. These antioxidants, called catechins, help boost the body’s immunity and also reduce muscle damage caused by exercise. These same antioxidants also work to burn body fat for energy. This means that drinking green tea can help you lose weight quicker!
White Tea
White tea leaves and buds are picked just before they are fully open. White tea is the least processed of the three teas. Because of this, it retains a high amount of antioxidants. This is thought to be one reason why white tea has many health benefits. Known to help reduce the risk of heart disease, combat skin aging and even help with weight loss.
Herbal Tea
Herbal teas will differ in strength, but a general guideline is that the longer they steep, the more beneficial they become. Each herb will have different responses, and it is best to go with the recommended time on the blend provided.
Oolong Tea
Oolong tea has a more diverse flavor, body, and complexity than many other teas. The level of caffeine in oolong tea blends fall between the caffeine found in black tea and green tea, putting it in the higher range of caffeinated teas.
Maté
Yerba MatĂ© is often consumed as a stimulant drink. It helps to eliminate fatigue, stimulating metal and physical activity, and because of its active chemical (Xanthine’s) effect on the central nervous system, it is used to stimulate mental energy as well.Â
THE URBAN TEA EXPERIENCE
Listen! We ARE NOT your mommas tea house! You won’t find any lace and dollies here! But what you will find is COMMUNI-TEA through art and culture. Don't worry, we keep some of the elements of a 'traditional tea experience' – only different.
When you book your tea time at our tea bar, or come in to relax in our comfortable nook or take a selfie with our urban inspired wall, don't forget to check out our curated selection of over 50 teas, accessories, honeys, caramels, nuts and elixirs.
3 good reasons to love tea
Taste
Great tea will have a strong, recognizable taste. Sipping your tea slowly, allowing the tea to roll over different parts of your tongue allows you to noticing the different flavor notes and mouthfeels. The next time you steep a new tea, check out these four senses: sight, touch, smell and taste. Pay attention to how the tea leaves unfurl to release the full flavor of your tea. #BookYourTeaTasting
Health Benefits
Teas have been shown to have a positive effect on mental health and wellbeing. Drinking tea is known to improve mental clarity, and may help reduce the impact of stress on both mind and body. It has long been recommended for a good memory, and is frequently used for nervous tension or anxiety.
Connection
Tea causes us to slow down. We have to wait for our water to boil, for our tea to steep and then we wait for it to cool down. It is in these moments when we pause that we are able to absorb all of the beautiful things around us. #TeaTastingPage
