Tea Lovers Will Endlessly Enjoy A Visit To Shaka Tea, Known For Hawaiian-Grown Brews
By Megan Shute|Published January 27, 2020
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With more than 10 years of experience as a professional writer, Megan holds a degree in Mass Media from her home state of Minnesota. After college, she chose to trade in her winter boots for slippahs and moved to the beautiful island of Oahu, where she has been living for more than five years. She lives on the west side but is constantly taking mini-road trips across the island and visits the neighboring islands whenever she can getaway. She loves hiking, snorkeling, locally-grown coffee, and finding the best acai bowl on Oahu.
The Hawaiian Islands might be known as the only state in America that can grow coffee, but that isn’t the only beverage you’ll find produced here! From organic vodka made using deep ocean mineral water to lemonade and juice made right here in the islands, Hawaii’s local beverages are truly second to none, and today, we’re sharing with you one of the most unique. Handcrafted on Hawaii Island’s eastern shore in Hilo, Shaka Tea’s headquarters is a must-visit for anyone who loves drinking tea.
As the first-ever line of Hawaiian-grown, herbal iced teas brewed from mamaki — which is only grown in one place in the world, the Hawaiian archipelago — Shaka Tea is truly one-of-a-kind.
Brewed with a commitment to the health of both the consumer and the land, Shaka Tea is naturally caffeine-free and contains no added sugars. The tea leaves are also grown using sustainable practices, so you can feel confident in your beverage choice.
The teas can be found in major retailers across Hawaii, the continental United States, and on Amazon, but the best way to taste these teas is at their Hilo headquarters. This boutique and tea blending bar offers so much more than just tea samples, and you’ll want to visit for a tour or workshop.
Tea & Talk Story Tours are offered twice each day, and participants will learn about the history of Shaka Tea, sustainable agricultural practices, and the difference between native and introduced plants.
If you don't choose to take a tour, you can still learn all about the health properties of Hawaiian-grown teas, stock up on souvenirs, and enjoy ice-cold bottles of Shaka Tea.
Shaka Tea is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. for tours, workshops, and purchasing. For more information, or to book a tour for yourself, visit their website or follow them on Facebook. Have you ever tasted the teas from this Hawaii Island company before? If so, share your favorite brew with us in the comments below!
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