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They say everything is bigger in Texas. The hats are bigger, the boots are bigger, the wide open plains and star-filled night skies are bigger. It's no wonder that the flavor of our Texas-style tea is bolder and more robust than anything you'll find elsewhere. It's fantastic served iced, sweetened, and garnished with a slice of lemon!

2 oz Black tea. Organic Certified

Organic by Pro-Cert Organic Systems

Antioxidant level: high

Caffeine level: medium

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Get ready for the summer season with our Summer Floral Flag Tshirt! With its eye-catching design of a vibrant floral flag pattern, it is sure to turn heads!

Made from high-quality materials, it is soft and cozy for all-day wear. This Summer Floral Flag Tshirt is perfect for any casual occasion and can be dressed up or down to suit your style. Whether you're heading out on vacation or simply enjoying the warm weather at home, this stylish tee will keep you looking and feeling your best.

Made in the USA

Floral Flag, Peach T-Shirt

Floral Flag, Ice Blue T-Shirt

Floral Flag, Heather T-Shirt

You'll want to wear this American Sunflower tee all summer long! This charcoal grey tee has one large sunflower shape on the front that has the Stars & Stripes in Red, White & Blue on it! The shirts are soft Bella and Canvas unisex fashion-fit tees that fit like a well-loved favorite, featuring a crew neck and short sleeves.

100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton.

Made in the United States

American Sunflower T-Shirt

<p><span data-mce-fragment="1">We love this navy tee with "Let Freedom Ring" in white distressed lettering. "Freedom" is in red, and the letters are adorned with four distressed red stars.</span></p> <p><span data-mce-fragment="1"> </span><span data-mce-fragment="1">Printed direct-to-fabric printing for a soft design that won't crack or peel. The shirts are soft Bella and Canvas unisex fashion-fit tees that fit like a well-loved favorite, featuring a crew neck and short sleeves.</span></p>

Printed direct-to-fabric printing for a soft design that won't crack or peel. The shirts are soft Bella and Canvas unisex fashion-fit tees that fit like a well-loved favorite, featuring a crew neck and short sleeves.

Let Freedom Ring T-Shirt

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Let’s go to the Farmer’s Market!

We always get excited for our local farmers’ markets as June rolls around. From June through September, we love visiting the markets, picking up fresh produce, homemade breads, and jams. This year, we decided to create a delightful caffeine-free tea box inspired by those summer flavors!

June's Tea Box: Farmer's Market

Tea? Oui!!

Let’s give a big Bonjour to May!  We’ve been excited about this box for a while. As soon as we tasted the French Blend tea, we started thinking about the perfect pairings, and it turned out magnifique! This tea box is perfect for sipping and savoring, maybe while you check on your yard or garden. Around here, we’re always peeking out the window to see what’s blooming, admiring a freshly weeded patch, or just enjoying the day. Let’s take a look at what’s inside our newest box!

May's Tea Box: Bonjour May!

Happy Birthday Strawberry Tea Box

If she LOVES tea, send her a tea box for Mother's Day! Our Blueberry Thrill box has a beautiful Deep Magenta 2-cup Teapot with a Tea Filter to brew your tea! We have a fabulous caffeine-free Rooibos tea: Blueberry Cinnamon Crumble, as well as our Mixed Berry Cream Scone Mix (that is soooo easy to make - just add one cup of whipping cream!!). To top those scones, or to swirl into your tea, is some decadent Blueberry Crumble creamed honey! All of this is packed in crinkle and wrapped in a grey and white scrol

Tea-Riffic Tea Box: Blueberry Thrill

Tea From The Summer Kitchen

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June's Tea of the Month: Texas Tea, Black Tea

This tea smells oh-so heavenly! It will make you think you have just pulled out a tray  of hot sugar cookies out of the oven as the aroma of nutty goodness fills the air ~ Yum!!

Almond Sugar Cookie, Black Tea

2 oz, Premium Hyson Green Tea Hyson green tea was one of five teas thrown overboard in Boston Harbor in 1773. This Chinese tea was a common tea found both in the American colonies and England. It was a favorite of T. Jefferson, G. Washington, and, in the Regency Period, Jane Auste

American Revolution, Green Tea

Delightfully fresh fruity apple character with cinnamon notes. 2oz, Black Tea: Apple Pieces, Cinnamon, Blackberry Leaves, Safflower Petals and  Natural Flavors (Organic Compliant)  Antioxidant Level: High  Caffeine Level: Medium

Apple Spice, Black Tea

Lovely! Delicious notes of dark chocolate with light edges of early-season strawberry.   A sumptuous mélange of dried fruits, flowers & natural flavors. 2 oz, Fruit Tea: Apple + Papaya Pieces, Strawberry Slices, Cocoa Beans, Rosehip, Hibiscus, Cornflower Petals, Natural Flavors.

Be Mine, Fruit Tea

Why Tea Lovers Choose Us

✓ 60+ Premium Tea Flavors — From classic blends to exclusive seasonal selections, there's always something new to discover.

✓ Award-Winning Excellence — Recognized as one of the '25 Gifted Retailers' by Gifts & Decorative Accessories Magazine.

✓ Daily Tea Sampling — Visit us in-store for complimentary tastings and personalized recommendations from our tea experts.

✓ 25+ Years of Trust — Since 1995, we've been serving tea enthusiasts with passion and care.

✓ 1,134+ Loyal Customers — Join our growing community of repeat customers who love what we do.

Our Story: 25+ Years of Tea, SHOPPING & Sisterhood

Founded in 1995 by two sisters, Karrie & Karla, The Summer Kitchen has been a beloved destination for shoppers and tea lovers for over 30 years. What started as a passion for floral and design, has blossomed into an award-winning business celebrating the art of tea, hospitality, and the joy of gathering around a warm cup while shopping currated goods!

We're proud winners of the prestigious '25 Gifted Retailers' award from Gifts & Decorative Accessories Magazine—a testament to our commitment to quality and customer care. With 60+ carefully curated tea flavors and our signature daily tea sampling experience in-store, we invite you to discover your new favorite brew and become part of our growing family of over one thousand loyal repeat customers.

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Visit The Summer Kitchen

Welcome, so glad you stopped by! Are you looking to come for a visit? We would absolutely LOVE that!

We are 1/2 mile west of Helena on the north side of route 6. Our store is behind the Victorian home and right beside P&S Trailer Service - look for the Airstreams!

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Tuesday-Friday 11am-6pm

Saturday 10am-3pm

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4702 West US Highway 6

Helena Ohio 43435

419-638-4205

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