Lost Maples Medium Roast Yaupon – Medium Yaupon Tea – Loose Leaf (2oz)

The first sip of Lost Maples is warm and golden, caramel and roasted nut with hints of raisin and soft earth, finishing mild and comforting with no bitterness. Named for the turning colors of Texas's Lost Maples, it is our balanced medium roast, wild-harvested and hand-roasted on our family land in Cat Spring.

Why people reach for it:

• The most balanced place to start with yaupon, warmer than the green, gentler than the dark.
• Naturally tannin-free, so it stays always smooth, never bitter, and impossible to over-steep.
• Rich in antioxidants and polyphenols, including chlorogenic acid.
• Wild-harvested, regeneratively grown. USDA Organic, Regenerative Organic Certified, FairWild, Kosher, and Go Texan, from an Indigenous woman-owned company.

Key Facts

• Form: Loose Leaf (2 oz)
• Tea Type: Medium roast yaupon tea
• Flavor Profile: Caramel, roasted nuts, warm earth
• Ingredient: 100% wild harvested yaupon holly leaves (Ilex vomitoria)
• Origin: Wild-harvest and crafted in Cat Spring, Texas
• Caffeine: Naturally caffeinated. ~25mg. Jitter-free, smooth energy.
• Free-from: No tannins, no artificial flavors, no additives, non-GMO, pesticides
• Brew Methods: Hot, iced, or cold brew. Impossible to over-steep
• Certifications: USDA Organic · Regenerative Organic Certified · Kosher · Go Texan · Certified Made by American Indians
• Allergen Statement: Contains no common allergens. Produced in a facility that processes only yaupon.
• Storage: Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight
• Packaging: Fully recyclable or compostable
• Shipping: Free domestic shipping on orders over $50
• Guarantee: Love it or Share It Guarantee on all domestic orders

Tastes Like

Aroma: Warm and toasty, like fresh-baked caramel shortbread pulled from the oven. A gentle nuttiness lingers in the steam.

First Sip: Golden and mellow. Smooth caramel and roasted pecans open the cup, followed by a whisper of raisin sweetness and soft brown sugar.

Body: Medium-weight and round. No bitterness, no astringency. The tannin-free character means every cup stays smooth from first pour to last sip.

Finish: Mild earthy tones and a gentle warmth that settles, not stimulates. The kind of cup you reach for again 20 minutes later.

Brew Color: Deep amber-gold, clear and inviting.