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​Which teas are caffeine-free?

All of our teas below are naturally caffeine-free: Herbal Elixirs: Rooibos Vitality Elixir. Ginger Digestion Elixir. Hibiscus Beauty Elixir. Mint Herbal Tea. Electric Turmeric. TCM Mushroom Elixirs:…

Updated 1 year ago

​What herbal teas do you offer?

We offer 4 Herbal Elixirs which contain no caffeine: Rooibos Vitality Elixir. Ginger Digestion Elixir. Hibiscus Beauty Elixir. Mint Herbal Tea. We also carry one Herbal Fasting Tea that is also caffe…

Updated 1 year ago

​Do you have a sample or variety pack?

Not at this time. However, we guarantee your happiness and provide free returns (with free shipping) for full refunds and no questions asked exchanges. Simply contact us at teamakers@piquetea.com and…

Updated 1 year ago

​Why Tea Crystals? What are the health benefits?

We're so glad you asked! Tea Crystals are the most Concentrated , Pure , and Easy form of tea on the market. We start with premium, organic tea leaves sourced from family-owned farms and Cold Brew Cr…

Updated 1 year ago

​Why is the Electric Turmeric Tea not certified organic?

Our fermented Okinawan turmeric is not certified organic because an organic version is not available. We do, however, screen this product for pesticides and compliance with USDA organic standards and…

Updated 2 years ago

​Do herbal teas have polyphenols?

Herbal teas do contain a wide variety of polyphenols in varying amounts. In addition to polyphenols, the reason to drink herbal teas is for functional health support (supported digestion, immunity, r…

Updated 2 years ago

​How do I adjust the taste or flavor of my teas?

There are 3 important factors that affect the taste of your tea: Amount of water. Temperature of water. Type of water. 1. The amount of water used has a strong impact on the strength of your tea! We…

Updated 2 years ago

Are All Pique Products & Ingredients Organic & Certified?

With the exception of our Electric Turmeric, Bergamot Fasting, Elderberry Vitamin C and BT Fountain Beauty Electrolyte, all Pique products are certified USDA Organic.

Updated 1 year ago

Is caffeine bad for you?

There is no conclusive evidence showing that moderate consumption of caffeine is harmful. In fact, many studies point to the many health benefits of the caffeine found in tea , which has a different…

Updated 1 year ago

I'm reducing my caffeine intake. Which teas should I drink?

We offer a variety of naturally caffeine-free elixirs and fasting teas. These include: Rooibos Vitality Elixir. Ginger Digestion Elixir. Hibiscus Beauty Elixir. Mint Herbal Tea. Chaga Energy Elixir.…

Updated 1 year ago

Are your products kosher or halal?

Yes, our products are kosher and halal, but they are not yet kosher or halal supervised.

Updated 1 year ago

Are your products gluten-free?

Yes! All of our products are made without gluten. However, they may be processed in a facility that may also process gluten-containing ingredients.

Updated 1 year ago

Are your products non-GMO?

Yes, all of our products are certified non-GMO. (All certified organic products are also non-GMO by definition!)

Updated 1 year ago

Are your products organic?

All of our teas ingredients are USDA Certified Organic. We are currently working on the organic certification of our supplements on the other hand.

Updated 1 year ago

Can I mix anything into my tea? Will I still get the health benefits?

Absolutely! Feel free to add lemon, honey, nut or plant "milks" or creamer, cinnamon, nutmeg, collagen peptides or any other natural flavor-enhancers you would like. These will not detract from the h…

Updated 1 year ago

Cinnamon Herbal Fasting Will Not Mix

If you're experiencing difficulties mixing our Cinnamon Herbal Fasting Teas, this is because real cinnamon doesn't naturally dissolve in water (so you know it's real!). There will be natural sediment…

Updated 1 year ago

How much tea does one sachet make?

Our Fasting Teas and Sun Goddess Matcha sachets are recommended for a 12oz cup of tea. All other tea sachets are suggested for an 8oz serving of tea.

Updated 1 year ago

How Many Servings Per Carton?

Regular cartons (black, green, white, oolong and herbal teas $11.99-$15.99) contain 14 sachets or cup servings of tea. Specialty cartons (Fasting Teas, TCM Elixirs, Pu'er Teas, Sun Goddess Matcha) co…

Updated 1 year ago

Does it matter what kind of water I use to make your teas?

For the very best flavor, we recommend using slightly alkaline spring water with a low TDS level (total dissolvable solids) <90 and pH of 8.5. Most bottled water lists TDS and pH on their labels. Sec…

Updated 1 year ago

Cinnamon Herbal Fasting Tea -- Mixing Issues and Sediment

One way you can tell our Cinnamon Herbal Tea is made with real cinnamon is because real cinnamon actually does not dissolve in water! If you are experiencing mixing issues, please know it is natural…

Updated 1 year ago

I Cannot Find The Product I'm Looking For

All of our available products are located in our online store on the main page. If you cannot find your products, we recommend making sure you are viewing the entire selection of products by clicking the "All" ta…

Updated 1 year ago

How long after the expiration date are your teas good for?

Our teas do have an expiration date that is printed on the carton and individual sachets and is generally a year out from purchasing, but our teas do not expire on this date, they do start to deterio…

Updated 1 year ago

Why and how is your Electric Turmeric fermented?

Our Electric Turmeric has been fermented to increase the bioavailability (absorbability). The secret to its bioavailability lies in the fermentation of turmeric. This is a process invented by one of…

Updated 2 years ago

Are there any carbs in your teas?

Nope. All of our teas are free of carbs and suitable for a low-carb lifestyle. You won't find this on the packaging because teas are exempt from nutritional labeling. This is because they contain zer…

Updated 2 years ago

Will you ever offer new flavors?

You bet! We have a long wish list of teas we'd like to offer as tea crystals, and we are always in the process of developing new products. Please subscribe to our mailing list through our website to…

Updated 2 years ago

How should I store my teas?

Our teas can be kept at room temperature. Our sachets are designed to preserve and protect our teas from moisture, extreme temperatures, and environmental contamination. Once a sachet is opened, the…

Updated 2 years ago

Where are your teas sourced? How does this effect their purity?

Our teas are sourced from some of the world's best family-owned, rural tea farms in countries that produce the world's best teas. Regardless of where our teas are sourced, they are all triple (or eve…

Updated 2 years ago

Can I use hot water for your teas?

Yes, all of our teas can be dissolved in hot (not boiling!) water. We recommend you follow the brewing instructions on the box (ideal is 170F for green and white teas and 180F for black and oolong te…

Updated 2 years ago

Can I use cold water for your teas?

All our green and most herbal teas teas can indeed be dissolved in cold water, but hot water is required for our black and some herbal teas. We recommend you follow the brewing instructions on the bo…

Updated 2 years ago

Can I make your teas iced?

Yes! While some of our teas dissolve in either cold or hot water, you can easily make any of our hot water soluble only teas into refreshing iced teas! Simply mix a sachet with an ounce or so of hot…

Updated 2 years ago

Can I make black teas iced?

If you'd like to make iced tea with our black teas, we suggest using a small amount (1oz) of hot water to dissolve the Tea Crystals first, then adding cold water and ice. Ideal hot water temperature…

Updated 2 years ago

Will using extremely hot or cold water make your teas less healthy?

Water that is too hot will destroy polyphenols and other health-promoting compounds in tea (as well as affect its flavor quality). We recommend following the brewing instructions listed on each box (…

Updated 2 years ago

Are your teas vegan?

Yes! We don't use any animal products in our teas.

Updated 2 years ago

Are there any calories in your teas?

Nope. All of our teas are calorie-free. You won't find this on the packaging because teas are exempt from nutritional labeling. This is because they contain zero (or near zero) calories, fat, carbs,…

Updated 2 years ago

Are your teas keto-friendly?

Yes! All of our teas can be enjoyed on a high-fat, low-carb diet.

Updated 2 years ago

Are your teas allergen-free?

Yes, all of our teas are free of the following major allergens: milk, eggs, fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soy. However, some of our products may be processed in a facilit…

Updated 2 years ago