Tiger Mountain Tea Co. - Issaquah, WA
Just because Seattleites are considered quintessential coffee drinkers doesn't mean there isn't room for tea in our lives. Stop in to Gilman Village in Issaquah and find the Tiger Mountain Tea Company for a virtual cornucopia of teas. The décor inside the store is reminiscent of a more tropical place. Don't feel too overwhelmed when you see the beautiful wall of teas. Beautiful glass jars filled with even more beautiful teas of every color and smell. Just the scent of some of these teas is enough to send you into a Zen moment.
The owner will take the time to explain to you everything you ever wanted to know about teas. Such as black tea and green tea come from the very same plant, Camellia Sinensis, it is just the difference in processing that determines its category. Did you know that herbs can make great teas and tisanes too?
From traditional English and Irish breakfast teas to tea accessories and medicinal teas. This shop has it all. Order a cup of Cream Earl Grey (a flavored tea) or Vanilla Honeybush for a knock your socks off experience. You will definitely want to take a bag or two home with you.
http://www.tigermtteaco.com/index.htm
