Westholme Tea

06/18/2026

Tea Ritual of the week::

Feeling the afternoon slump? A well-timed cup of tea can help restore your rhythm.

Oolong and lighter green teas are ideal for this moment— refreshing, gently uplifting, and less intense than your morning brew. Steeping tip: keep your water temperature lower (around 80°C) to preserve delicate flavours and avoid bitterness.

06/15/2026

Vancouver Island Symphony::Summer Sizzle

🎟️ Ticket Sales
• 3-Concert Series Tickets: On sale now (June 15)
• Single Concert Tickets: Available June 22

Join us for three unforgettable performances at Westholme:
📅 July 9
📅 July 23
📅 August 6

Please note that these are private, ticketed events. Westholme Tea Company will be CLOSED to the general public on all performance dates.

Tickets are available exclusively through the Port Theatre Ticket Centre:
https://www.porttheatre.com/events/series/vancouver-island-symphony/

📞 250-754-8550

For more information about the Symphony Sizzle Festival, visit:
https://vancouverislandsymphony.com/symphony-sizzle-festival/

We look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable summer of music, community, and beautiful performances at Westholme!

06/11/2026

The way you start your day matters. Choosing a whole-
leaf black or green tea can offer a gentler, more sustained lift than coffee — thanks to the natural combination of caffeine and L-theanine, which supports calm focus.

At Westholme, our morning teas are
grown and crafted to bring clarity without the crash. Try brewing with water just off the boil and steeping for 2–3 minutes to
unlock a balanced, energizing cup. A mindful start, one sip at a time.

06/10/2026

Stockist of the Week::

One of our favourite local spots here in the Cowichan Valley
The beloved Duncan Garage Café & Bakery has been serving the community for 23 years with incredible organic vegetarian meals, baked treats, and delicious beverages in the heart of Duncan.

With their new extended hours, this is going to be the place to be this summer — whether you’re relaxing on their beautiful back patio, taking in the “39 Days of July,” or enjoying one of the many events happening at the Garage this season.

Duncan Garage holds a special place in our hearts as the very first café to carry our Westholme Teas & Tisanes, becoming our first wholesale partner all those years ago. We’re incredibly grateful for their continued support and connection to our community.

If you’re in the Duncan area, we highly recommend stopping by for sweet and savoury treats, nourishing meals, and a hot or cold beverage made with love.

With Westholme Tea Company not attending the Duncan Farmers’ Market this season, you’re still be able to enjoy a wide selection of Westholme teas brewed daily at the Garage, along with a selection of teas and tisanes available for purchase to take home.



📍330 Duncan Street, Duncan
🕢 Open 7 days a week | 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Support local. Sip local. Eat local 💚

06/08/2026

Guide to steep Black Mint:

2g of Black Mint per cup using 100ºC water.
Steep for 3-5 minutes.

Use our cold steep method for a refreshing iced tea
on a warm day.

Using 4 grams of Black Mint per 250ml of cold
filtered water, place in fridge and allow
6-10 hours of steeping for the most gently
flavourful cold steep.

06/04/2026

Westholme Tea Company Is excited to announce we have teamed up with Vancouver Island Symphony Summer Sizzle Festival this summer.

There will be three performances at Westholme on:
* July 9
* July 23
* August 6

Please note that this is a private ticketed event and Westholme will be CLOSED to the general public on these dates.

Tickets are available exclusively through the Port Theatre Ticket Centre:
https://www.porttheatre.com/
Phone: 250-754-8550

* 3-Concert Series Tickets on sale June 15
* Single Tickets on sale June 22
For more information, please visit: https://vancouverislandsymphony.com/symphony-sizzle-festival/

We look forward to welcoming you for an unforgettable Summer of music at Westholme!

06/02/2026

June 1st newsletter:
News from the tea garden and much more!

On the cusp of early Spring, we hear the riveting song of the Pacific Tree Frog echoing from the meadows and wetlands surrounding our tea garden. Their mysterious calls start at dusk, joining together to beckon in the new and untold start of our warmer seasons. 

06/02/2026

TEA WORD OF THE WEEK: STEEPING

Steeping is where the magic happens.

It’s the process of extracting flavour from tea leaves using water—but timing and temperature matter more than you think.

The perfect cup is all about balance.

Each tea type has different properties related to cultivation and processing methods and water temperature will enhance certain qualities. A general rule is that more oxidized teas (like blacks, pu- erhs, and dark oolongs) will be most flavourful when steeped using boiling water, while less oxidized teas (greens, whites, yellows, and light oolongs) will be burned by boiling water. A simple cooking thermometer may be helpful, but is not necessary. If using a kettle, after reaching a boil, allow it to vent before pouring onto tea leaves. Herbals can be steeped at boiling as well.

For optimal taste, we recommend setting a timer. If you aren't sure, start with a shorter steep time and increase to taste. We also recommend using a strainer that can be removed, a pot where you can pour off all the tea at once, or a press that can halt steeping.

Are you a “set a timer” kind of tea brewer or do you steep by feel?

06/01/2026

June Tea of the Month ::

Meet Black Mint—an unexpected harmony of bold and refreshing. This blend pairs the depth of black tea with the cooling lift of mint, creating a cup that’s both invigorating and smooth.

Why we love it: black tea offers a rich, full-bodied base with caffeine for gentle energy, while mint adds a crisp finish that awakens the palate and supports digestion. It’s a versatile ritual—bright enough for mornings, refreshing enough for afternoons.

For the best cup, steep just off the boil for 3–4 minutes. Enjoy it hot, or let it cool for a revitalizing iced tea.

All June long, Black Mint is 10% off—your perfect excuse to discover a new favourite.

Sip into summer with intention. 🍃

05/29/2026

CELEBRATING STOCKIST FRIDAY ::

Indulge in a delicious tea, coffee meal or baked good(s) at the beautiful cafe.

Wildflower is the creation of two hospitality lifers who collectively bring over 30+ years of experience in this industry's leading restaurants and hotels. Unsatisfied with the status quo in the restaurant industry, they were driven into business ownership by a passion to create a space that is new and compelling to the dialogue between what already exists and what could be. They are determined to create an ambience of relaxed excellence through a balance of refined technical service paired with gracious hospitality and soulful cooking.

If you're in the Port Alberni area, we highly recommend checking out Wildflower Bakeshop and Cafe for an incredible Westholme Tea experience!

📍5047 Argyle St, Port Alberni, BC

⏰ Monday-Thursday, 8am-3pm | Friday-Sunday 8am-9pm

☎️ 250. 724. 5047