With Tea: Culture, Accoutrements, and Rituals

This beautifully crafted guide blends education with inspiration, inviting readers to build a complete tea experience. Tea is the most consumed drink in the world after water, and a new generation is creating fresh ways of thinking about and drinking tea. Thoughtful, detailed, and visually stunning, this elevated, category-defining book explores tea’s health benefits and creates a framework for the new wave of recipes and tea rituals. Divided into three richly illustrated sections, each adorned with delicate watercolors and photography by a Vogue staff photographer, Part One explores tea culture, the importance of teas and herbs throughout history, and how tea culture can be found and enjoyed anywhere. Part Two brings tea into daily life with brewing techniques, recipes, accoutrements, rituals, and hosting tips. Part Three focuses on wellness and incorporating specific teas and herbs into health and beauty routines. Tea culture sits at the intersection of food, wellness, fashion, and beauty—and this book connects them seamlessly. Whether a seasoned connoisseur or a curious beginner, this is the ultimate celebration of tea, making it the perfect gift for tea lovers everywhere.