Forever Steeped Loose Leaf Tea

06/05/2026

🍃 Gyokuro: Matcha's Leaf-Form Cousin

Matcha is all the rage right now, and it's wonderful to see more people discovering Japanese tea.

With demand for premium matcha at an all-time high, sourcing truly exceptional quality has become increasingly challenging. That's because the same carefully shaded tea leaves used to produce high-grade matcha are in limited supply.

What many people don't realize is that before matcha is stone-ground into powder, it begins as a shaded green tea. One of the finest examples of this tradition is Gyokuro.

For weeks before harvest, the tea plants are shaded from the sun, concentrating sweetness, umami, and complexity in the leaves. Less than 1% of Japan's tea production is Gyokuro, and only a portion of that ever leaves the country.

Take a look at these brewed leaves. Even after steeping, they're still vibrant green, tender, and full of life. That's the mark of exceptional tea.

If you've ever wondered what the finest Japanese tea tastes like before it becomes matcha, Gyokuro is your answer.

Rich. Sweet. Savoury. Complex.

Available now at Forever Steeped. Stop in and experience one of Japan's most celebrated teas for yourself. 🍵

06/05/2026

🔮 Tarot & Tea Returns to Forever Steeped 🔮

We're excited to welcome Candise of Priestess of Grace back to the shop after the wonderful turnout at our last event!

Join us for an afternoon of tea, conversation, and insight in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

📅 Saturday, June 13
⏰ 12 PM – 3 PM
📍 Forever Steeped, 15 King St. E., Chatham

✨ $20 Mini Tarot Readings

Whether you're curious about tarot, seeking guidance, or simply looking for a unique way to spend your afternoon, we'd love to see you.

Enjoy your reading while exploring over 300 loose-leaf teas, herbal blends, matcha, and bubble tea offerings.

No appointment necessary. Readings are first come, first served.

🍵 Tea, guidance, and good vibes await.

06/02/2026

Thank you, Chatham-Kent!

A few days ago I put out a call looking for a local graphic designer, and thanks to all of your recommendations, tags, messages, and shares, I've found someone to work with on some exciting upcoming projects for Forever Steeped.

I truly appreciate everyone who took the time to put their own name forward or recommend a friend. We have so many talented people in our community, and it was wonderful to see so much support.

Thank you for helping me keep this project local and for continuing to support small businesses like mine. I can't wait to share what we've been working on with you all!

🍵 Joe
Forever Steeped

I'm looking for a talented local graphic designer!

I'm planning some new advertising and marketing materials for Forever Steeped and would love to work with someone local who has experience with business advertising, branding, social media graphics, flyers, door hangers, or print design.

If you know someone who does great work, tag them in the comments or send me their information. Bonus points if you've personally worked with them and can recommend them!

Supporting local businesses is important to me, and I'd love to keep this project within our community.

Thanks everyone! 🍵

06/02/2026

📚☕ LOCAL SPOTLIGHT ☕📚

Have you visited The Book Nook yet?

Located inside Kemsley Florist, this lovely local business is giving gently loved books a new home and helping readers discover stories they may have otherwise missed. There is something magical about browsing shelves of pre loved books and finding that perfect read waiting for you.

As a fellow small business owner, I love seeing unique local businesses bringing something special to our community. If you're downtown, stop in, take a look around, and support a great local entrepreneur.

Give them a follow and show them some love. ❤️📖

05/30/2026

🩵 NEW BUBBLE TEA ALERT 🩵
Meet our new Blue Raspberry Creamsicle Bubble Tea!

Creamy, delicious, and packed with nostalgia, this drink brings back memories of your favourite childhood treats in every sip. Sweet blue raspberry and smooth vanilla come together to create a fun, refreshing flavour that's impossible not to love.

Made with raspberry popping boba for an extra burst of fruity goodness!

Available now at Forever Steeped.
📍 Downtown Chatham

Who remembers blue raspberry everything growing up? 💙🧋✨

05/30/2026

Golden Heaven Yunnan 😍

Sometimes the simplest teas are the most memorable.

Rich, smooth, and beautifully malty with a natural sweetness that keeps you reaching for another cup. One of those teas that reminds you why Yunnan black teas are loved around the world.

Have you tried Golden Heaven Yunnan yet?
📍 Forever Steeped, Chatham

05/29/2026

Have you ever seen a tea like this?

Tai Ping Hou Kui is one of China's most famous green teas, instantly recognizable by its long, hand-pressed leaves. Grown in the mountains of Anhui Province, it produces a smooth, refreshing cup with notes of fresh greens, bamboo, and delicate floral sweetness.

This is the kind of tea that makes you slow down and appreciate the craft behind every leaf. Beautiful to look at, wonderful to drink, and unlike anything else on our shelves.

Now available at Forever Steeped.

Shop here:

https://foreversteeped.ca/products/tai-ping-gou-kui?variant=43910472335447

📍 15 King St. E., Chatham
🍁 Free Canadian shipping on orders of $75 or more

One of China's most famous green teas, Tai Ping Hou Kui offers a smooth, refreshing cup with delicate notes of bamboo, fresh greens, and gentle floral sweetness. Its distinctive long leaves and refined character make it a memorable choice for green tea lovers seeking something truly exceptional.

05/29/2026

I'm looking for a talented local graphic designer!

I'm planning some new advertising and marketing materials for Forever Steeped and would love to work with someone local who has experience with business advertising, branding, social media graphics, flyers, door hangers, or print design.

If you know someone who does great work, tag them in the comments or send me their information. Bonus points if you've personally worked with them and can recommend them!

Supporting local businesses is important to me, and I'd love to keep this project within our community.

Thanks everyone! 🍵

05/29/2026

And the winner of 2 tickets to tonight's game against Kitchener at FJF is:

Ilona McNulty !!

Congratulations! And thank you to everyone who participated!

Stay tuned for more Barnstormers give aways!

Mark your calendar for this week's games. We're crossing our fingers (and toes) for fair weather through and through.

Tickets 🎟️ https://www.seatgiantevents.ca/event/chatham-kent-barnstormers-regular-season-tickets

05/28/2026

Something extraordinary is arriving at Forever Steeped Loose Leaf Tea

Introducing Tai Ping Hou Kui

This isn’t your average green tea.

The leaves are enormous. Hand-flattened. Deep emerald green. The kind of tea that immediately makes people stop and stare when the bag is opened.

Smooth, clean, naturally sweet, and incredibly refined with delicate floral notes and a refreshing finish that lingers beautifully.

No harsh bitterness. No heavy grassy character. Just elegance in a cup.

Tai Ping Hou Kui is considered one of China’s most famous and visually stunning green teas, and we are incredibly excited to bring it into the lineup at Forever Steeped.

If you’ve been wanting to experience a truly high-end Chinese green tea, this is one worth slowing down for.

Coming soon to the shelf. Limited quantity available once it arrives.

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