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Loose-Leaf Tea Samplers

Taste before you commit. Each Nelson's Tea loose leaf tea sampler is a curated 5-pack of premium blends, caffeinated and caffeine-free, so you can find your favorite before buying a full-size bag. Every sampler is $16.95, with free U.S. shipping on orders over $49.

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Top Sellers Sampler

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Caffeine Free Tea Sampler

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Earl Grey Sampler Packs

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Top Sellers Sampler - Caffeine Free

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Chai Tea Sampler

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Fruit Sampler

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Dessert Tea Sampler

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Tropical Sampler

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Chocolate Covered Fruit Sampler

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Chocolate Sampler

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Mint Tea Sampler

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12 samplers · all $16.95 · In Stock (12) · 2 caffeine-free

Sampler	Caffeine	Meta Line	Price
Top Sellers Sampler	Caffeinated	5 blends · best for first-time tasting	$16.95
Caffeine Free Tea Sampler	Caffeine-free	5 blends · rooibos & herbal	$16.95
Earl Grey Sampler Packs	Caffeinated	5 blends · citrus & bergamot	$16.95
Top Sellers Sampler — Caffeine Free	Caffeine-free	5 blends · caffeine-free best sellers	$16.95
Chai Tea Sampler	Caffeinated	5 blends · warm & spiced	$16.95
Fruit Sampler	Caffeinated	5 blends · bright & fruity	$16.95
Dessert Tea Sampler	Caffeinated	5 blends · sweet & confection	$16.95
Chocolate Sampler	Caffeinated	5 blends · cocoa-forward	$16.95
Chocolate Covered Fruit Sampler	Caffeinated	5 blends · fruit & chocolate	$16.95
Mint Tea Sampler	Caffeinated	5 blends · cool & refreshing	$16.95
Tropical Sampler	Caffeinated	5 blends · fruity & summery	$16.95
Cocktail Inspired Sampler	Caffeinated	5 blends · mocktail-style	$16.95

Discover a Universe of Tastes with Our Tea Samplers

Committing to a full bag of something you have never tasted is a gamble. That is the problem samplers solve. Each one gathers five different blends around a single theme, so you get a real sense of the flavor range before deciding what to stock up on.

Both caffeinated and caffeine-free options are available. That means you can sample at any time of day, from bold spiced classics and fruit infusions to calming herbal and rooibos blends. Five samples per box. One purchase. A much better way to figure out what you actually like.

What's Inside Each Sampler

Every sampler follows the same format: 5 blends, 2 oz each, $16.95, with about 2-4 cups per blend.

Sampler	Caffeine	Blends
Top Sellers Sampler	Caffeinated	A Portrait of Earl Grey; Chai Latte; Dark Chocolate Cherry; English Breakfast; Mango Passionfruit
Caffeine Free Tea Sampler	Caffeine-free	Peppermint White Chocolate; Glass Slipper; Hoosier Kettle Corn; Raspberry Hibiscus; Strawberry Orange Peach
Chocolate Sampler	Caffeinated	Caramel Chocolate Turtle; Coconut Chocolate Chai; Mexican Chocolate; Mint Chocolate Chip; Peppermint White Chocolate
Earl Grey Sampler Packs	Caffeinated	A Portrait of Earl Grey + four Earl Grey & bergamot variations
Chai Tea Sampler	Caffeinated	Caramel Apple Chai + four more spiced chai blends
Fruit Sampler	Caffeinated	Cherry Almond + four more fruit-forward blends
Dessert Tea Sampler	Caffeinated	Apricot Peach Cobbler + four more confection-inspired blends
Chocolate Covered Fruit Sampler	Caffeinated	Blueberry White Chocolate + four more fruit-and-chocolate pairings
Mint Tea Sampler	Caffeinated	Blackberry Mint + four more refreshing mint blends
Tropical Sampler	Caffeinated	Blueberry Acai Mojito + four more bright tropical blends
Cocktail Inspired Sampler	Caffeinated	Blueberry Acai Mojito + four more mocktail-style blends
Top Sellers Sampler — Caffeine Free	Caffeine-free	A&J's Root Beer + four more caffeine-free best sellers

How much tea you get

Each sampler contains 5 different loose leaf blends in individual 2 oz bags.

Each 2 oz sample bag brews about 2-4 cups (8 oz), or roughly 10-20 cups across a full sampler.

All samplers are priced at a flat $16.95, with bulk discounts of 5-15% on multiples.

Every blend lists full ingredients on its product page. No mystery labels.

Love a blend? Full sizes: 2 oz (15-25 cups), 4 oz (30-50 cups), 16 oz (120-200 cups).

Hand-blended in small batches by Nelson's Tea in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Ingredients, Caffeine & Dietary Notes

Every blend lists its full ingredients on the product page. No vague "natural flavors only" labels. A few things worth knowing before you buy or gift:

Caffeine

The Caffeine Free Tea Sampler and Top Sellers Sampler—Caffeine Free contain no caffeine, built on rooibos and herbal bases. Every other sampler is caffeinated and made on black, pu-erh, white, or green tea.

Dairy & Soy

Several dessert and chocolate blends contain real chocolate or caramel pieces with milk and soy lecithin. The Chocolate, Chocolate Covered Fruit, Dessert, and some Caffeine Free blends are not dairy-free or vegan. Check each product page if allergies are a factor.

Flavorings

Blends are made with real ingredients: cinnamon chips, ginger root, dried cherries, mango, peppermint, rooibos, and more, alongside natural flavoring.

How to Choose the Best Loose Leaf Tea Sampler

Three things narrow it down: your caffeine preference, the flavors you already enjoy, and whether you are buying for yourself or as a gift.

Best Sampler for Beginners

Start with the Top Sellers Sampler. Five blends covering classic black, spiced, fruity, and dessert styles: A Portrait of Earl Grey, Chai Latte, Dark Chocolate Cherry, English Breakfast, and Mango Passionfruit. A good picture of the full range in one box.

Best Caffeine-Free Tea Sampler

For evenings or caffeine-free drinking, there's the Caffeine Free Tea Sampler (Glass Slipper, Raspberry Hibiscus, and three more rooibos blends) or the Top Sellers Sampler—Caffeine Free. Both are fully caffeine-free with five blends each.

Best Sampler for Gifts

Any sampler works. The Top Sellers Sampler is the safest all-around choice. Themed boxes like Dessert, Chocolate, or Earl Grey land better when you know the recipient's preferences. Gift wrapping is available at checkout.

Best Sampler by Flavor

Chocolate lovers: Chocolate or Chocolate-Covered Fruit.

Sweet tooth: Dessert.

Bright and fruity: Fruit or Tropical.

Spiced: Chai.

Cool and refreshing: Mint.

Classic: Earl Grey.

Why Choose a Nelson's Tea Sampler

Five distinct blends per box, themed by flavor. Not one large generic variety tin.

Full ingredient transparency on every blend. You always know what is in your cup.

Whole-leaf tea you can re-steep, hand-blended in small batches in Indianapolis, Indiana.

One flat $16.95 price across all samplers, with bulk discounts of 5-15% on multiples.

Loose Leaf vs. Tea Bags — Why Whole-Leaf Samples Matter

Loose leaf tea uses whole and large-piece leaves rather than the dust and fannings packed into most standard tea bags. Here is how the two compare.

Factor	Nelson's Loose-Leaf Sampler	Standard Tea Bags
Leaf grade	Whole or large leaf pieces	Small broken leaves, dust, and fannings
Flavor and aroma	Fuller; leaves expand and release more oils	Weaker; limited room to expand
Ingredient visibility	Full ingredient list on every blend	Often "natural flavors" only
Re-steeping	Many blends re-steep 2+ times	Usually once
Variety per box	5 different themed blends	Usually one variety
Try before you commit	Yes, sample sizes confirm you love it	Bought by the box

Ready to go bigger? Explore our full loose leaf tea collection.

How to Brew Your Loose Leaf Tea Samples

Add the leaves to an infuser or strainer, pour hot water over them, steep, and strain. Use 1.5 level teaspoons per 8 oz of filtered water. Time and temperature depend on the tea type.

Tea Type	Water Temp	Steep Time
Black	195°F	2 min 45 sec
Green	175°F	1 min
Oolong	185°F	2 min 30 sec
White	175°F	2 min
Rooibos	203°F	4 min
Herbal	203°F	4 min

You will need a basic infuser or strainer. Browse tea accessories for brewing tools.

Hot, Iced & Cold Brew

Hot: follow the temperatures and times above for a single 8 oz cup. Strain and enjoy.

Iced: brew hot at double strength, then pour over a full glass of ice. The extra concentration holds up as the ice melts.

Cold brew: steep the leaves in cold water in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight. Smoother, naturally sweeter, and less bitter than hot-brewed tea.

Loose Leaf Tea Samplers Make the Perfect Gift

A sampler works as a gift because it gives the recipient options. They get to try five different blends instead of being committed to one. At $16.95 with gift wrapping available at checkout, these suit birthdays, holidays, Mother's Day, thank-you gifts, hostess gifts, or just something nice for a tea-loving friend. Not sure which box fits? A Nelson's Tea gift certificate lets them choose for themselves.

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Explore More — Full-Size Teas & Accessories

Found a favorite? Go bigger or keep exploring.

Shop All Loose Leaf Tea

Full-size bags of every blend in the collection.

Black Tea

Bold, full-bodied loose-leaf black tea. Most caffeinated style.

Green Tea

Fresh, lighter loose-leaf green tea with a crisp finish. .

Herbal Tea

Naturally caffeine-free blends for any time of day.

Rooibos

Naturally sweet, earthy, caffeine-free rooibos.

Caffeine-Free Tea

Every caffeine-free loose-leaf option in one place.

Organic Tea

Blends grown without synthetic pesticides.

Tea Accessories

Infusers, strainers, and brewing tools for loose leaf.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is a loose-leaf tea sampler?

A loose leaf tea sampler is a small-size set that lets you taste several blends before committing to a full bag. Each Nelson's Tea sampler includes five different loose-leaf blends, with about 2-4 cups of tea per blend.

2. How many cups does a sampler make?

Each 2 oz sample bag brews roughly 2-4 cups (8 oz each). A full five-blend sampler makes approximately 10-20 cups total.

3.Which samplers are caffeine-free?

The Caffeine Free Tea Sampler and the Top Sellers Sampler—Caffeine-Free are fully caffeine-free, built on rooibos and herbal bases. Every other sampler is caffeinated.

4. Are the samplers vegan or dairy-free?

Not all of them. Several chocolate and dessert blends contain real chocolate or caramel pieces with milk and soy lecithin. Check the ingredient list on each product page if you have a dietary restriction.

5.How long does a tea sampler last?

Depends on how often you brew. Most drinkers find that a sampler lasts a few weeks. Stored airtight, away from light, heat, and moisture, loose leaf tea stays fresh for many months.

6.How do I brew loose leaf tea from a sample?

Use 1.5 level teaspoons per 8 oz of filtered water, steep at the right temperature and time for that tea type, then strain. It can also be brewed iced or as a cold brew.

7. What's the difference between loose leaf and tea bags?

Loose leaf uses whole or large-piece leaves, which release fuller flavor and aroma than the finely broken leaves in standard teabags. You also get a clear view of the actual ingredients in every blend.

8. Can I buy a full-size bag if I love a blend?

Yes. Every blend is available in 2 oz, 4 oz, and 16 oz sizes.

9. Where is Nelson's Tea made, and how much does a sampler cost?

Hand-blended in Indianapolis, Indiana. Each sampler is $16.95, and U.S. orders over $49 ship free.