Marfa Dark Roast Yaupon — Black Yaupon Tea — Tea Bags (16 ct)
The first sip of Marfa is deep and toasty, warm with roasted nuts and a naturally sweet, full-bodied finish. Named for the artistic spirit of Marfa, Texas, it is our boldest roast, wild-harvested and hand-roasted on our family land in Cat Spring.
Why people reach for it:
- The closest yaupon to coffee or black tea, a homegrown alternative for the dark-roast drinker, with no acidity and no bitterness.
- Holds up beautifully to milk, oat, or cream. Brewed strong, it makes a smooth yaupon latte.
- 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: Individually Wrapped Tea bags (16 ct)
- Tea type: Dark roast yaupon tea
- Taste profile: Rich, toasty, roasted nut notes with subtle sweetness
- 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
Rich and toasty with a smooth, sophisticated depth. Warm notes of roasted nuts and subtle sweetness lead the cup, followed by layers of gentle char and earthy complexity. The aroma is deeply roasted and inviting, with a finish that's full-bodied, balanced, and refined. Brew it strong for a morning coffee replacement, or steep lightly for an afternoon pick-me-up that stays smooth and non-bitter no matter how long it sits. Brew it strong for a morning coffee replacement, or steep lightly for an afternoon pick-me-up that stays smooth and non-bitter no matter how long it sits.