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Bird & Blend Tea Co.: B Corp Tea Blender in Brighton

Bird & Blend Tea Co. offers ceremonial-grade matcha and inventive flavoured blends for traditional and adventurous tea drinkers.
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Who is Bird & Blend Tea Co.?

Bird & Blend Tea Co. is a Brighton-based tea company blending authentic Uji matcha with playful dessert-inspired flavours, offering a pure ceremonial grade and varieties like Strawberries & Cream.

Its ceremonial matcha comes from Kyoto Prefecture, where shading (tana) and traditional ishiusu stone milling yield vibrant colour and umami. The company attained B Corp certification in 2020, underscoring responsible sourcing and ethical practice.

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Bird & Blend Pure Ceremonial Grade Matcha

Bird & Blend Pure Ceremonial Grade Matcha is Japanese green tea powder with a vegetal taste for tea ceremonies and iced matcha lattes. 64 g · USD · In stock
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Bird & Blend Tea Co. in details

Bird & Blend Tea Co. brings a fresh, playful energy to the world of specialty tea. Founded by Krisi Smith and Mike Turner and rebranded in May 2018, this Brighton-based company has built a reputation for creating extraordinary tea experiences that balance creativity with quality craftsmanship.

A Story Rooted in Tea Innovation

What started as a passion project between two tea enthusiasts has grown into a brand recognized for its distinctive approach to blending. Smith and Turner set out to challenge conventional tea culture by introducing unexpected flavor combinations and making premium tea accessible to everyone. Their Brighton roots infuse the brand with a vibrant, coastal creativity that shows in every blend they develop.

The 2018 rebrand marked a pivotal moment, refining their identity while staying true to their core mission: making tea fun, flavorful, and sustainable.

Sustainability Meets Exceptional Matcha

Bird & Blend Tea Co. takes ethical sourcing seriously, particularly in their matcha offerings. They work directly with suppliers to ensure their matcha meets rigorous quality standards while supporting sustainable farming practices. Each matcha blend reflects their commitment to environmental responsibility without compromising on taste or ceremonial-grade quality.

Their matcha selection caters to both traditionalists and adventurous tea drinkers. From pure, ceremonial-grade options to inventive flavored blends, they provide choices that suit different preferences and brewing methods.

What Sets Them Apart

Several factors distinguish Bird & Blend Tea Co. in the competitive tea marketplace:

  • Creative blending expertise that produces unique, memorable flavor profiles
  • Transparent sourcing practices with detailed information about tea origins
  • Eco-conscious packaging and business operations throughout their supply chain
  • A welcoming approach that demystifies specialty tea for newcomers

Their Brighton headquarters serves as both a production hub and a testament to their values. The team develops each blend with careful attention to flavor balance, ingredient quality, and environmental impact. This thoughtful approach has earned them a loyal community of tea enthusiasts who appreciate both their products and their principles.

For matcha lovers seeking brands that prioritize sustainability alongside exceptional taste, Bird & Blend Tea Co. represents a compelling choice that delivers on both fronts.

About the Bird & Blend Tea Co. Matcha

Bird & Blend Tea Co. pairs an authentic Japanese matcha base with creative, dessert-inspired flavour profiles, offering both a pure ceremonial option and a range of flavoured powders.

Pure ceremonial matcha

The foundation of the collection is a Pure Grade Ceremonial Matcha made from 100% Japanese matcha green tea powder. It serves as the base for tea ceremonies and lattes while holding to traditional Japanese standards.

Flavoured matcha collection

Each flavoured blend keeps the authentic Japanese matcha base and adds natural flavouring granules:

  • Strawberries & Cream matcha with lucuma for a dessert note
  • Banana matcha bringing fruity sweetness to the green tea
  • Toffee Apple matcha blending lucuma and rooibos for sweet, crisp notes
  • Salted Caramel matcha with cocoa for a sweet-savoury character
  • Blueberry & Acai Super Matcha with acai powder

Harvest location

Bird & Blend Tea Co. sources its matcha exclusively from Japan, with the Pure Grade Ceremonial Matcha drawn specifically from Uji in Kyoto Prefecture. The Uji region offers the climate, soil, and water quality behind matcha's vibrant green colour and rich, complex taste.

Shading and harvest

Roughly three weeks before harvest, the tea plants undergo shading (tana) to raise chlorophyll levels, deepening the green colour and developing the umami flavour. During the spring harvest, only the youngest, most tender leaves are hand-picked, then steamed immediately to prevent oxidation and preserve their colour and nutrients.

Processing and sourcing

The steamed leaves are dried and ground into fine powder on traditional stone mills (ishiusu), a slow method that avoids heat damage to the tea's flavour. Bird & Blend partners with screened Japanese suppliers rather than running the farms directly, keeping sourcing tied to these traditional methods.

Bird & Blend Tea Co. History

Founders Krisi Smith and Mike Turner started packing tea in their bedroom and selling it at local markets, establishing Bluebird Tea Co.

Milestones

  • 2010: Bluebird Tea Co. founded from the founders' bedroom.
  • May 2018: Rebranded to Bird & Blend Tea Co., reflecting its growth into a leading UK tea innovator.
  • 2020: Achieved B Corp certification for social and environmental performance.
January 1, 2010

Company Founded as Bluebird Tea Co.

Krisi Smith and Mike Turner launched Bluebird Tea Co. from their bedroom, packing tea and selling at local markets. Their shared university-based passion for tea laid the groundwork for future growth.

May 1, 2018

Rebrand to Bird & Blend Tea Co.

In May 2018, Bluebird Tea Co. officially rebranded as Bird & Blend Tea Co., symbolizing its evolution into a major UK tea innovator with multiple retail locations and a growing international presence.

January 1, 2020

B Corp Certification Achievement

Bird & Blend Tea Co. achieved B Corp certification in 2020 by meeting rigorous standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency, underlining its commitment to ethical and sustainable practices.

January 1, 2023

ChariTEA Program Milestone

The ChariTEA program reached a major milestone in 2023, having donated over £207,058 to charities. This initiative allows team members to nominate worthy causes supported through specially curated tea blends.

Frequently asked questions

Here are some frequently asked questions and answers.

Where does Bird & Blend Tea Co. source its ceremonial matcha?

Bird & Blend Tea Co. sources its matcha exclusively from Japan, with its Pure Grade Ceremonial Matcha coming specifically from Uji in Kyoto Prefecture. The company partners with screened Japanese suppliers rather than operating farms itself, keeping its sourcing connected to traditional shading, harvesting, steaming, drying, and stone-milling methods.

What kinds of matcha does Bird & Blend Tea Co. offer?

Bird & Blend Tea Co. offers both pure ceremonial matcha and inventive flavoured matcha powders. Its flavoured collection retains an authentic Japanese matcha base and adds natural flavouring granules. Recorded varieties include Strawberries & Cream, Banana, Toffee Apple, Salted Caramel, and Blueberry & Acai Super Matcha.

How is Bird & Blend’s Uji ceremonial matcha produced?

Tea plants are shaded using tana for roughly three weeks before harvest. Young, tender leaves are picked during the spring harvest and steamed immediately to prevent oxidation. After drying, the leaves are ground into fine powder on traditional ishiusu stone mills, using a slow process intended to avoid heat damage to the tea’s flavour.

What is Bird & Blend’s Pure Grade Ceremonial Matcha used for?

Bird & Blend’s Pure Grade Ceremonial Matcha is made from 100% Japanese matcha green tea powder. It forms the foundation of the company’s matcha collection and can be used for tea ceremonies or prepared in lattes. It is the pure alternative to the company’s dessert-inspired flavoured powders.

When did Bluebird Tea Co. become Bird & Blend Tea Co.?

Founders Krisi Smith and Mike Turner initially established the business as Bluebird Tea Co., packing tea in their bedroom and selling it at local markets. In May 2018, the company officially rebranded as Bird & Blend Tea Co. The change marked a new stage in the growth and identity of the tea business.