Charleston Tea Garden and American Classic

Are any of the Bigelow Teas made with tea from the Charleston Tea Garden?

No, Bigelow Teas are not made from any of the green leaf grown or harvested here at the Charleston Tea Garden.

Can I buy American Classic Teas from anyone else besides the Charleston Tea G...

Currently, stores in 17 different states carry American Classic Teas and/or Body Products.

Charleston Tea Garden Tour Information

The Charleston Tea Garden is open to the public, Monday through Saturday: 10am to 4pm and Sunday, 12pm to 4pm.

Do you sell your loose tea leaf to any other companies to use in the producti...

How long will a gallon of your iced tea stay fresh?

How many cups of tea can be made from a tin of any of your American Classic T...

Our tins can make roughly 22-25 cups of tea

How much caffeine would you say your American Classic Teas have in it?

A cup of any of our American Classic Teas usually contains half the amount of caffeine that an average cup of coffee does.

How old is the Charleston Tea Garden and why do you consider it to be a part ...

The Charleston Tea Garden got its official start in 1987, but its true history goes way back.

How would you describe the taste of First Flush Tea?

Avid tea drinkers deem a cup of First Flush Tea to be the absolute purest, freshest, and most amazing cup of tea available.

What is First Flush Tea?

"First Flush" refers to the tea made with the first growth of our tea bushes in the springtime when they wake up from their winter dormancy.

How can I purchase Charleston Tea Garden loose tea in a tin?

You may purchase by calling the Charleston Tea Garden at (843)559-0383 ext 4206.

What is the best time of the year to visit the Charleston Tea Garden?

The Charleston Tea Garden is open year round and there is always something for you to see and enjoy...

What is the easiest way to make a gallon of iced sweet tea with your teas?

Place 9 American Classic Tea pyramid bags in a heat safe container.

What is the importance of your product being Certified South Carolina Grown?

The Certified South Carolina program is a new, exciting cooperative effort among producers, processors, wholesalers, retailers and the South Carolina Department of Agriculture (SCDA) to brand and promote South Carolina products.

What is the relationship between Charleston Tea Garden, American Classic Tea ...

In 2003, the Bigelow Family purchased the Charleston Tea Garden and formed a partnership with former owner William Barclay Hall.

When do the Camellia Sinensis plants bloom?

Typically, the Camellia Sinensis plants will start to bloom in late Fall (around October) and continue for a month or so.

Where are your American Classic Teas packaged?

American Classic loose tea tins are packaged on-site in the Factory at the Charleston Tea Garden.

Who did the wonderful photography for our website?

All photographed images used on the Charleston Tea Garden website, with the exclusion of the Weddings and First Flush Festival pages, were photographed by Yve Assad Photography & Graphic Design, http://www.yvephoto.com/.