Tea for Good: Why We Created a Tea That Gives Back
Tea for Good is Moody Teas’ new program connecting tea with community care. Learn how Blueberry Lemon-Aid supports mutual aid and why we believe tea should give back.
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Tea Has Limits. That’s Why We’re Building Something Bigger – How We’re Going to Pour Even More Into Our Community
Tea can do a lot, but it can’t fix systemic inequality. Here’s why Moody Teas launched Tea for Good and what responsibility looks like for ethical wellness brands.
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Self-Care Isn’t Neutral. Neither Is Moody Teas.
Self-care isn’t neutral. And as a Black business owner, I don’t get to pretend it is. The wellness industry loves to sell calm without naming who gets excluded. Here’s why Moody Teas refuses to stay neutral — and what community care actually looks like.
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Love Is Care, Not Consumption
Every February, love gets loud. We’re told what counts, what to buy, and how to prove we care. But love that only shows up as a transaction isn’t built to last. This piece is about choosing care you can keep showing up for — the kind that fits into real life, lasts beyond Valentine’s Day,…
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A Different Kind of Thanksgiving: What We’re Thankful For This Year
This Thanksgiving, we’re giving thanks with full hearts and open eyes. We’re honoring Indigenous communities and the land we stand on, celebrating the markets and makers who keep us going, and holding tight to the joy and community care that carried us through a chaotic year. From our farmers and shared kitchen crew to the…
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Even More Transcendence Is Coming… just in time for Black Friday.
Get your mug ready — our Transcendence Black Friday sale starts in one week. Save big, sip with purpose, and support trans rights with every cup.
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5 Ways to Show Up for Trans Awareness Week
This Trans Awareness Week, we’re honoring the beauty, resilience, and strength of the trans community — and reflecting on how we can all do better to create a world where everyone can live authentically. 🌈 Discover 5 meaningful ways to show up, celebrate trans joy, and take action that lasts beyond the week — in…
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Collaboration Is How We Steep Change
Tea tastes better when we make it together. At Moody Teas, collaboration is how we steep real change—keeping quality tea accessible, celebrating LGBTQ+ joy, and putting people over profit. That’s why we’re partnering with the incomparable Miss Peppermint. We’re saving the product details for launch day (Nov 1), but here’s the heart of it: this…
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Celebrate National Hot Tea Day with Us This Weekend!
Join us online this weekend for 20% off your favorite teas, combining our Hot Tea Month and National Hot Tea Day discounts! Plus, we’re back for our first market weekend of 2025. Catch us: Logan Square Farmers Market (Sat, Jan 11, 9 AM–1 PM) Farmers’ Market at the Dole (Sun, Jan 12, 10 AM–2 PM)…
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Spilling the Tea: How Big Corporations Stole Christmas – The Impact of Prime Culture on Small Businesses
The holiday season is a special time for Moody Teas. As a Black, Woman, and LGBTQ+-owned small business, we cherish the opportunity to share our thoughtfully crafted tea blends and connect with our community. However, the rise of big corporations like Amazon, Walmart, and Target has made it increasingly difficult for small businesses to compete.…