West Highland Tea Company

26/10/2026

Remember toffee apples on Bonfire Night? 🍎🔥

There’s something wonderfully nostalgic about Bonfire Night. The crisp autumn air, the crackle of a bonfire, and of course, those sticky toffee apples!

That’s exactly where the inspiration for our Candy Apple tea came from. 🍵

We wanted to capture a little of that familiar autumn feeling in a cup — something to enjoy as the evenings grow darker and the weather turns colder.

What’s your favourite Bonfire Night memory? 🎆

Discover our Candy Apple tea through the link in our bio.

24/10/2026

The trick to a lovely iced matcha latte? Start with smooth matcha. 💚🍵

Making your own at home is surprisingly simple, and watching that vibrant green matcha swirl through the milk might just be our favourite part!

Here’s how we make ours:

🍵 2g Japanese Barista Matcha
💧 40ml warm water (around 80°C)
🧊 A glass of ice
🥛 Your favourite milk

Whisk the matcha with the warm water until smooth, then pour it over your iced milk. That’s it!

We’re using our Japanese Barista Matcha (Matcha Kaori), specially selected for making delicious matcha lattes.

Are you still enjoying iced matcha in the colder months, or have you switched to hot drinks? 🍂

Find our Japanese Barista Matcha through the link in our bio.

18/10/2026

Not all green tea is green. 🤎🍵

Meet hojicha — Japanese green tea that’s been roasted, giving it its distinctive brown colour and wonderfully warm, nutty, toasted flavour.

During our travels through Japan, we had the chance to roast hojicha ourselves, and it was an experience we couldn’t wait to share.

Now we’re bringing a little of that inspiration home with our Japanese Hojicha Powder. Perfect for a comforting hot latte or a refreshing iced one.

Have you tried hojicha before, or would this be your first cup?

Discover our Hojicha Powder through the link in our bio. 🤎

17/10/2026

Three Japanese teas — but which one is right for you? 🍵

They might all come from Japan, but each offers a very different tea experience.

🤎 Hojicha Powder — Warm, nutty and wonderfully roasted. A lovely choice if you enjoy comforting, toasty flavours, especially in a latte.

💚 Matcha Kaori (Barista Matcha) — Vibrant Japanese matcha, selected for making smooth, delicious hot or iced lattes.

🍵 Ceremonial Grade Matcha — For those who enjoy the more traditional experience of whisking matcha with water and appreciating its delicate, complex flavour.

And for those who love beautiful tea packaging, we also have our premium tins.

Which one sounds most like your cup of tea?

Explore our Japanese tea collection through the link in our bio. 🇯🇵

13/10/2026

🇯🇵🍵 From Japan to Your Cup — Introducing Our Hojicha & Matcha Collection!

Our Japan Tea Adventures may have come to an end, but the inspiration we brought home is only just beginning.

From roasting our own hojicha to grinding our own matcha, our journey gave us an even deeper appreciation for the craftsmanship, traditions and culture behind Japanese tea.

And now, we’re so excited to share the next chapter with you!

🍂 NEW Japanese Hojicha Powder — Rich, roasted and beautifully comforting, with warm, nutty notes. A wonderful way to enjoy traditional Japanese tea in a modern latte.

🍵 NEW Japanese Barista Matcha — Vibrant, balanced and perfect for creating delicious hot or iced matcha lattes.

🌿 RETURNING Ceremonial Grade Matcha — Our much-loved ceremonial matcha is back! Smooth, delicate and best savoured in its traditional form.

Three teas, each with their own character, inspired by a journey we’ll never forget.

We can’t wait for you to try them!

Discover the collection now on our website. 💚 (Link in Bio)

11/10/2026

Nara: The Final Part in Our Japan Tea Adventures 🇯🇵🍵🦌

After a journey filled with discovering Japanese tea, roasting our own hojicha, grinding our own matcha, and learning about the traditions and craftsmanship behind it all, Nara was the perfect place to slow down and reflect.
From wandering through temples and spending time with the deer, to enjoying one last hojicha latte and a playful morning at Nara’s toy museum, we soaked up every last moment.

Leaving Japan was bittersweet, but we’re coming home with so much inspiration, new ideas, and an even deeper appreciation for Japanese tea and culture.

And the best part? This journey doesn’t end here. We’ve been working on bringing a little of what we experienced back home and into our own products.

Some exciting things are coming soon. 👀🍵

08/10/2026

05/09/2026

📦 Annual Leave & Shipping Update 🌿

Just a little heads-up to let you know that I’ll be taking a few days annual leave in September.

Any orders placed between 13th and 23rd September will likely be shipped from Monday 28th September onwards.

As a reminder, our usual tea packing days are Saturday and Sunday, with parcels normally shipped on Mondays.

Shipping schedule:
🌿 13th–23rd September – Orders can still be placed as usual
📦 26th & 27th September – Tea packing resumes
🚚 Monday 28th September onwards – Shipping resumes

There may be a little catching up to do when I return, so please bear with me while I work through your lovely orders.

Thank you so much for your understanding and continued support! 💚

02/09/2026

17/07/2026

Learning what really makes matcha so special 🍵
From slowly grinding tencha into matcha with a traditional stone mill to whisking our own bowl, this workshop gave us a whole new appreciation for the craftsmanship behind every cup.
And yes... the matcha ice cream tasted even better with the matcha we’d ground ourselves.