Astoria Explorer is an organic black tea from Beach House Teas, blended with cinnamon and savory herbs for an energizing cup. Named for Astoria, Oregon, the first permanent U.S. settlement on the West Coast, it is built for adventurers who want a flavorful pick-me-up. At a glance Sizes: 2 oz pouch, 8 oz pouch, 1 lb pouch Vendor: Beach House Teas Type: black tea, loose leaf Caffeine: yes, from the black tea base Ingredients: organic black tea leaves, organic cinnamon chips, organic thyme, organic sage, organic rosemary, organic licorice root Character: savory-sweet and energizing Steep: 1 heaping teaspoon, 212 degrees F, 5 to 8 minutes Best for An energizing morning or pre-hike cup Outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers A savory twist on black tea Afternoon pick-me-ups A gift for hikers and tea explorers Everyday loose-leaf sipping How to brew Scoop 1 heaping teaspoon into an infuser, pour 6 to 8 fl oz of 212 degree F water over the leaves, and steep 5 to 8 minutes. Good for 1 to 2 steeps. Flavor profile A bold black tea base warmed by cinnamon and lifted with herbal notes of thyme, sage, and rosemary, finishing sweet from licorice root. About Beach House Teas Beach House Teas blends organic, small-batch loose-leaf teas inspired by the Oregon coast.