At Dorset Tea, we believe that a cup of tea is more than just a drink - it's a moment of connection, a gesture of warmth, and a symbol of comfort. That's why we were thrilled to partner with In Jolly Good Company, a local charity dedicated to combating loneliness and fostering community spirit among older adults. Brewing Community Spirit In Jolly Good Company is a remarkable organisation that creates opportunities for older adults to come together, share stories, and enjoy each other's company. Their mission aligns perfectly with our belief that tea can bring people closer and make moments mor ..read more

Earlier in the year we launched our ‘Communi-Tea’ initiative. We are partnering with local groups and charities who come together to connect for a shared cause. Here at Dorset Tea we are inspired each and every day by the beauty of the county and the community who live here. We want to do what we can to give something back. Partnering With Age UK North, South and West Dorset Last week, we spent an afternoon with a very deserving recipient – Age UK, North, South and West Dorset. They are using our donation to help launch a new, weekly ‘tea club’ in Weymouth. They have already seen success in t ..read more

Our Fruit & Herbal Infusions offer a wonderful degree of versatility when it comes to serving suggestions! Many of you will enjoy a refreshing mid-morning mint tea or a calming bedtime camomile, but have you ever considered making iced tea? We've had a beautiful summer of sunshine so far in Dorset and on hot days there is nothing better than a refreshing jug of iced tea to cool you down! We've been offering them out to the community and people have been wonderfully surprised how easy it is to make! Some have even been made with a third twist, adding a glug or two of rum, vodka or gin ..read more

Last month we were delighted to join Dorset based charity, Room to Reward, at their fantastic beach-side fundraiser. We offered refreshing iced tea to those taking part in a wellness day of yoga, pilates, paddleboarding and fitness talks! The charity was set up to make use of the staggering 140,000 unused hotel rooms that sit empty every night across the UK! By partnering with over 700 hotels across the country, as well as charities and community groups, Room to Reward has enabled these rooms to be gifted to unsung heroes within the community. Hidden heroes can be nominated to receive a well-d ..read more

When we asked you to submit your jubilee recipes, we weren’t disappointed! But one that really stood out for us was this delicious creation by Dorset Tea enthusiast Steven. He runs Mad Hatters Tea Parties On The South Coast and is quite the expert in creating sweet treats! We chatted to Steven about his lovely recipe, "I've made this recipe because Pimms is synonyms with summer. it is really fresh, luxurious and gives a true summer vibe".  We loved the quintessentially British feel with the addition of the yummy Pimms, strawberries and cream! And… for those of you put off by baking ..read more

Here at Dorset Tea we love little more than a nice cup of tea with a big slice of cake! And with Jubilee weekend coming up, we are pretty excited about all the tea parties on the horizon because that can only mean one thing… cake!   You make the cake… we’ll make the tea! We would love to share some of your ideas with the Dorset Tea community. Simply send us your recipes and a photo of your bake and each one we share on our social media channels and website will receive a FREE box of Dorset Tea! Keep it simple or create a showstopper - from Union Jack sponges to crown cookies we can't wai ..read more

Last year Dorset Tea partnered with the Marine Conservation Society. As a coastal county, the preservation of our ocean is of real significance to us. We want to help highlight the importance of looking after our ocean and assist the Marine Conservation Society spread their important message. With Earth Day just around the corner (22nd April), we asked them how we can all get involved and help care for our precious planet. About the Marine Conservation Society The Marine Conservation Society fight for the future of our ocean through people-powered action with science on their side. They work w ..read more

Officially the first day of spring is the 20th of March, but here in Dorset we are already starting to feel warm rays of sunshine, spot swaths of glowing daffodils and feel like spring is in the air! Isn’t it funny how a change in the season can really affect our outlook on life? After a long, chilly winter it’s heartening to start enjoying longer evenings and some lovely sunshine. And as we rouse from what can feel a bit like a hibernation period it’s often a time we feel like reassessing our lifestyles. From digging out spring styles in our wardrobes, to upping the ante when it comes to outd ..read more

Here in Dorset we always pine for the summer. Those long, warm days lend themselves to lazy hours spent on the beach, refreshing dips in the sea and plenty of cooling ice creams! But it’s not all about summer! When the weather outside is a bit miserable there is still plenty to do in our beautiful county. So whether you are a local like us or thinking about visiting… come on down, there is loads to see and do in the winter, and here are our top ideas! To blow away the cobwebs… Wintery beach walks  Wrap up warm, pick your favourite Dorset beach and soak up some sea air. Is there anything b ..read more

January can be a funny time of year. But what we love is taking it easy (well, at home, not at work) for a few weeks and thinking about all the exciting things we can get up to this year. Whether you are a local like us, or thinking about visiting Dorset, here are some of the things that you might just want to put on your 2022 ‘Dorset To-Do List’! Food Festivals Food and drink is our passion – mainly drink and mainly tea, obviously! Here in Dorset we are lucky enough to be able to frequent food festivals throughout the year where some of the finest local produce is available to try. Christchu ..read more