Tea Time
“Oh, you! I feel that either we will soon become enemies, or also forever, very, very good friends. Come to tea with me this afternoon.” - Isabella Stewart Gardner upon meeting artist Anders Zorn (1893) as recorded in Zorn’s memoirs in 1914.
Cuddle up to a Museum-inspired tea time with Gift at the Gardner's must-haves for your tea-loving Valentine. Our selection includes fine teas, tea time accoutrement, and other thoughtful gifts sure to delight your "very, very good friend."
Afternoon Tea
$16.00
Throughout the early 1900s, teapots in London and Boston were filled with black teas grown across the British Empire. These rich and malty blends were created with the British taste for tea with milk and sugar in mind.Afternoon Tea was created for the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum and crafted to be served as the perfect beverage for a classic afternoon tea.
This tea comes from our collection of loose teas inspired by the Museum and blended by Elmwood Inn Fine Teas.
Ingredients: Handpicked blacks teas from India, Kenya, and Sri Lanka
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Angelico Tea
$16.00
Discover a heavenly tea-drinking experience with this healthy, low-caffeine blend of green tea combined with enchanting herbs. Featuring lemongrass, saffron, and holy basil, Angelico Tea lifts the spirits with each sip, while the aromas of rosebuds enchant the mind, and cinnamon sweetens the tongue.This tea comes from our collection of loose teas inspired by the Museum and blended by Elmwood Inn Fine Teas.
Ingredients: Green tea, rose buds, cardamom, fennel, ginger, lemon grass, licorice, saffron and holy basil.
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Belle's Rose Tea
$16.00
For centuries, Chinese tea merchants have carefully created blends for tea drinkers in both London and Boston.Featuring aromatic rose petals, this Chinese black tea was a popular blend for tea parties at the beginning of the 20th century. Isabella Stewart Gardner (called ‘Belle’ by her close friends) hosted many such tea events in her Fenway Palace.
This tea comes from our collection of loose teas inspired by the Museum and blended by Elmwood Inn Fine Teas.
Ingredients: Black Chinese tea, rose petals
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Courtyard Tea
$16.00
Gardens and horticulture flourish at the Gardner Museum, reflecting Isabella Stewart Gardner’s passions. The Museum’s interior Courtyard is an astonishing work of art itself, combining horticultural, sculptural, and architectural elements. This serene blend of naturally caffeine-free flowers and herbs pays homage to that colorful tradition.This tea comes from our collection of loose teas inspired by the Museum and blended by Elmwood Inn Fine Teas.
Ingredients: Chamomile, rooibos, lemon balm, lemon verbena, linden flowers, anise, cinnamon, oat straw, hops, passion flower, and orange peel
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Dragon Tea
$16.00
The dragon is a popular motif found in art, literature, and tea!Inspired by Saint George Slaying the Dragon by Carlo Crivelli, our Dragon Tea has very earthy and subtle tones. The name of the tea came into the English language from the Chinese name meaning "black dragon" because this rolled oolong tea was black, long, and curly. It was first produced in the legendary Wuyi Mountains of the Fujian Province in northern China.
This tea comes from our collection of loose teas inspired by the Museum and blended by Elmwood Inn Fine Teas.
Ingredients: Oolong tea
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Dutch Room Earl Grey Tea
$16.00
As a tribute to Rubens, we've added a note of Flemish lavender blossoms to our unique blend named after one of the world's most-loved blended teas. You'll notice a hint of Italian oil of bergamot highlighting the base of this black tea, grown in the highlands of Ceylon.This tea comes from our collection of loose teas inspired by the Museum and blended by Elmwood Inn Fine Teas.
Ingredients: Black tea from Sri Lanka, cornflower petals, lavender blossoms and oil of bergamot
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Jasmine Pearl Tea
$16.00
Jasmine Pearl Tea is from our line of loose teas inspired by the art in Isabella Stewart Gardner's Collection and blended by Elmwood Inn Fine Teas.Ingredients: Hand-picked spring green tea from Fujian Province of China scented with pure Jasmine.
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Monks Garden Turmeric Tea
$16.00
Monks Garden Turmeric Tea is from our line of loose teas inspired by the art in Isabella Stewart Gardner's Collection and blended by Elmwood Inn Fine Teas.Both turmeric and dried ginger, the main ingredients in this caffeine-free infusion, are known for their anti-inflammatory benefits. We've added flower petals and Middle Eastern spices to this colorful blend which steeps a relaxing cup of tea - reminiscent of a walk through our Monks Garden.
All organic ingredients: Ginger, cardamom, turmeric, hibiscus, clove, rose petals, marigold petals, and leaf stevia.
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Nasturtium Tea
$16.00
Isabella Stewart Gardner started the tradition of placing colorful displays of Nasturtium vines that cascaded from the courtyard balconies at Fenway. The vines continue to come alive during the week before Easter as the Gardner Museum celebrates the arrival of spring. This refreshing black tea combines Nasturtium blossoms with citrus notes of dried lemon and lime and a bit of pineapple.Ingredients: Sri Lankan Black Tea, Nasturtium Blossoms, Lemon and Lime Pieces, Pineapple, Calendula, Lemon Grass and Sunflower Petals.
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Loose Tea
Raphael Room Tangy Turmeric Tea
$16.00
Italians has no knowledge of the Chinese shrub we know as turmeric until 1559; turmeric wouldn't be imported until a century later. The Italian diet was filled with tangy fruits and aromatic herbs from across the Mediterranean region.This caffeine-free fruit tea includes notes of blood orange, hibiscus, and ginger. Serve your tea hot over ice.
This tea comes from our collection of loose teas inspired by the Museum and blended by Elmwood Inn Fine Teas.
All organic ingredients: Ginger, hibiscus, turmeric, rooibos, orange peel, rosehips, blue corn flower, blood orange, lemon and vanilla
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Ruckus Tea
$16.00
Inspired by John Singer Sergeants masterwork El Jaleo, this energetic blend of Ceylon and Chinese black teas is enhanced with dried Seville oranges and lemons and enhanced with the heady aroma of oil of Bergamot from the Mediterranean coast of Italy. The addition of bright blue cornflowers, lime leaves, and rose petals makes for a colorful pallet of tea that is as beautiful as it is delicious.This tea comes from our collection of loose teas inspired by the Museum and blended by Elmwood Inn Fine Teas.
Ingredients: Black teas from Sri Lanka and China, orange peel, lemon peel, oil of Bergamot, cornflowers, lime leaves, rose petals
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Wicked Tea
$16.00
This classic English blend of handpicked black teas has been enhanced by aging in American whiskey barrels. Even teetotalers will recognize the intoxicating aromas as soon as the boiling water hits the leaves and releases delicious notes of caramel and vanilla.This tea comes from our collection of loose teas inspired by the Museum and blended by Elmwood Inn Fine Teas.
Ingredients: Black teas from India, China, and Sri Lanka, sunflower petals, calendula and organic flavors.
NET WT. 3.5 oz (100G)
Titian Mug with Gift Box
$29.95
This elegant mug features Titian's interpretation of Europa, one of Jupiter's great loves, shortly after she initially meets the god disguised as a beautiful white bull. Written in gold on the mug's inside is an excerpt from a letter written by Isabella Stewart Gardner to her art advisor, Bernard Berenson, after he had secured the masterpiece for her; it reads "When comes Europa? I am feverish about it." The cup's elegant gold handle pays tribute to the painting's beautiful gold frame.
The mug comes ready to gift in a box featuring a full view of Titian's painting, as well as a quote from a letter written by Bernard Berenson after he heard word of Europa's delivery to Mrs. Gardner. The quote reads "At last...the Europa is yours."
Mug measures 3.5 x 5.75 inches (including handle)
Gift box measures 4 x 5.25 inches
Hand-wash only
Do not microwave
Estimated ship date: late-September
Isabella Quote Mug: "Shan't You and I Have Fun With My Museum?"
$15.00
This mug—perfect for sipping some of our Courtyard-inspired loose leaf teas—prominently features a quote attributed to Isabella Stewart Gardner: "Shan’t you and I have fun with my museum?” This quotation imparts the passion and enthusiasm Mrs. Gardner felt when building her Museum for the enjoyment of the public, forever. We hope that you answer Mrs. Gardner's question with a resounding 'Yes!'
11 oz. ceramic mug
Dishwasher and microwave safe
Pig Mug
$22.00
This navy blue hand-glazed Pig Mug will brighten up your tea or coffee breaks.This mug is perfect for someone who appreciates the quirky things in life, an animal lover, or someone who needs a bit of sunshine in their day.
Measures 3.43 inches in diameter and 3.54 inches in height
Holds 13 fl oz.
Made of porcelain
Dishwasher safe
Hare Mug
$22.00
This sky-blue hand-glazed Hare Mug is playfully cute and will brighten up your tea or coffee breaks.This mug is perfect for someone who appreciates the quirky things in life, an animal lover, or someone who needs a bit of sunshine in their day.
Measures 3.43 inches in diameter and 3.54 inches in height
Holds 13 fl oz.
Made of porcelain
Dishwasher safe
Squirrel Mug
$22.00
This light pink hand-glazed Squirrel Mug is playfully cute and will brighten up your tea or coffee breaks.This mug is perfect for someone who appreciates the quirky things in life, an animal lover, or someone who needs a bit of sunshine in their day.
Measures 3.43 inches in diameter and 3.54 inches in height
Holds 13 fl oz.
Made of porcelain
Dishwasher safe
Isabella Quote Mug: "Picture Habit"
$15.00
This mug—perfect for sipping some of our Courtyard-inspired loose leaf teas—prominently features a quote attributed to Isabella Stewart Gardner: "I suppose the picture-habit (which I seem to have) is as bad as the morphine or whisky one . . . " This quotation imparts the passion and enthusiasm Mrs. Gardner felt when building her Museum and acquiring the art in her collection. We hope that by visiting the Museum, you have acquired a "picture-habit" as well!
11 oz. ceramic mug
Dishwasher and microwave safe
The Book of Tea
$19.95
One of the classic books for any tea library is now illustrated and expanded for a modern tea audience by Bruce Richardson.
Okakura Kakuzo travels from Yokohama to New York, Paris, Bombay, and Boston, meeting influential people such as Rabindranath Tagore, John Singer Sargent, Isabella Stewart Gardner, and Ezra Pound. This story connects art, beauty, and simplicity through the historical and present culture of tea, intertwining philosophy with views of the world.
Written by Okakura Kakuzo, Introduction by Bruce Richardson104 pages
Published by Benjamin Press, 2011
Hardcover
8.6 x 9.3 inches
Isabella Quote Mug: "Come to Tea"
$15.00
This mug—perfect for sipping some of our Courtyard-inspired loose leaf teas—prominently features a quote attributed to Isabella Stewart Gardner: "I feel that either we will soon become enemies, or also forever, very, very good friends. Come to tea with me this afternoon." This quotation captures the passionate and ambitious spirit of the Founder. The perfect gift for a "very, very good friend."
11 oz. ceramic mug
Dishwasher and microwave safe
Isabella Quote Mug: "Win as Though You Were Used to It"
$15.00
This mug—perfect for sipping some of our Courtyard-inspired loose leaf teas—prominently features a quote attributed to Isabella Stewart Gardner: ""Win as though you were used to, it and lose as if you liked it." This quotation captures Mrs. Gardner's knowledge of her scandalous reputation in 19th century Boston society. Sip your cares away with this mug as though you were used to it and as though you liked it!
11 oz. ceramic mug
Dishwasher and microwave safe
Botanica Tea Towel
$17.95
The Botanica Tea Towel features a selection of beautiful vintage images of a "hardy flowering plants", as the caption reads. The rich, bright colors of the flowers stand out on the natural background.
Features hang tab made of cotton twill
Made of 100% natural cotton
Packaged in a keepsake muslin bag
Measures 19"W x 31.75"L
Hummingbirds Tea Towel
$17.95
The Hummingbirds Tea Towel features vintage illustrations of hummingbird species. The rich color of the flower and the dark background will add character to any space.Features hang tab made of cotton twill
Made of 100% natural cotton
Packaged in a keepsake muslin bag
Measures 19"W x 31.75"L
Foraging for Mushrooms Tea Towel
$17.95
Foraging fun-mostly mushrooms, but other forest floor edibles as well! This tea towel is sure to brighten any kitchen.Features hang tab made of cotton twill
Made of 100% natural cotton
Packaged in a keepsake muslin bag
Measures 19"W x 31.75"L
Isabella Quote Mug: "My Garden is Riotous"
$15.00
“My garden is riotous, unholy, deliriously glorious!
I wish you were here.” - Isabella Stewart Gardner in a letter to Bernard Berenson dated June 24, 1898
When Isabella Stewart Gardner agreed to sponsor the career of an aspiring young writer named Bernard Berenson, neither dreamed that together they would build one of the country’s most impressive private collections of fine art. Berenson--or B.B., as he signed off on his letters--became Mrs. Gardner’s chief art adviser and her dear friend, as well as America’s leading expert on Italian Renaissance painting.
In her missive to Berenson, Mrs. Gardner referenced the flora growing at the Gardner’s Brookline estate Green Hill, which Jack Gardner inherited from his father in 1884. Here, Mrs. Gardner continued to cultivate her lifelong love of horticulture. The spirit of Mrs. Gardner’s passion for plants blooms perennially in the Courtyard and throughout her Museum.
11 oz. ceramic mug
Dishwasher and microwave safe
Isabella Quote Mug: "Don't Spoil A Good Story By Telling The Truth"
$15.00
This mug—perfect for sipping some of our Courtyard-inspired loose leaf teas—prominently features a quote attributed to Isabella Stewart Gardner: "Don't spoil a good story by telling the truth.” This quotation captures Mrs. Gardner's knowledge of her scandalous reputation in 19th century Boston society. The perfect gift for the elaborate story teller in your life!
11 oz. ceramic mug
Dishwasher and microwave safe
A Teacup Collection Notes
$15.95
The age-old ritual of drinking tea has come to represent many things: a pause for reflection, a time to share with friends, or a party for special occasions—all of which make the teacup the perfect vessel for sending a spot of good cheer.
4.38 x 5.56 inches20 Notecards
Arbor Blue Cup & Saucer Set
$45.00
Vintage romance meets a contemporary perspective in the Arbor Blue Cup & Saucer Set. The cup and saucer are trimmed with delicate, hand-drawn leaves. You'll find this perennial favorite blue and white dinnerware able to elevate even the simplest cup of tea or coffee to a wonderfully satisfying experience.Cup holds 6 oz.
Cup measures 2.5"H x 3"D
Saucer measures 6" D
Dishwasher and microwave safe
Made of bone china, hand-decorated
© 2023 Gift at the Gardner.
