Place in the Sun Fruit Tea

Summer Called—It Wants Its Tea Back

This tea is basically sunshine in a jar. The kind you brew on Sunday night so it’s ready to rescue your week, one glass at a time.

Honeybush lays down the sweet, mellow vibes, while hibiscus shows up with a coral pink pop and just the right amount of pucker. Then comes the fruit parade: papaya, blackberry, strawberry, raspberry—actual fruit pieces, not that fake flavoring nonsense. It’s like a tropical vacation for your taste buds, no passport required.

What Makes Our Place in the Sun Fruit Tea Special?

• Honeybush Base: South African honeybush tea leaves give this blend its naturally sweet, low-tannin foundation. No bitterness, no caffeine — just a clean, mellow base that works hot or iced.
• Real Fruit Pieces: Papaya, blackberry, strawberry, and raspberry pieces are in the jar. You'll see them. Not extract, not natural flavoring doing all the work — actual fruit.
• Brews Coral Pink: The color comes from hibiscus petals, not food coloring. It looks the way it tastes: bright, fruity, and a little tart.
• Caffeine-Free: Honeybush is not black or green tea. There's no caffeine in this blend, which makes it easy to serve to everyone at the table.
• Works as a Mixer: Brew it strong, chill it, and it holds up well with vodka, rum, or sparkling water. It's a regular in home bars and at parties.
• Artisanally Crafted: Sourced from ethical suppliers, packaged here.
• Loose Leaf in a Glass Jar: Packaged in a recyclable glass jar 2.7oz, approximately 20 servings.
• Gluten-Free: All teas in our lineup are gluten-free, though not all ingredients come from certified gluten-free suppliers.
• Mix & Match Discount: Buy 3 or more jars of any tea and save 15%.

Stock the jar and work through it — this is the one that gets reordered.

Brewing Instructions: Hot: Brew at 206°F with 1 tsp per 8oz, steep 5–7 mins. Iced: Use 2 tsp per 8oz, steep 7 mins, strain, and pour over ice. Keeps 3 days in the fridge. Gallon: Steep 6–8 tbsp hot for 7 mins, then chill. Add lemon slices to fancy it up.

All of our teas are gluten-free, although not all of our teas, botanicals, and other ingredients come from gluten-free certified suppliers.

Place in the Sun Tea FAQs

What does Place in the Sun taste like?

Sweet, fruity, and bright — with a tartness from the hibiscus that keeps it from tasting flat. The honeybush base is naturally mellow and slightly honey-like, which rounds out the berry and tropical fruit notes from the papaya, blackberry, strawberry, and raspberry pieces. No added sugar, no artificial flavoring. Most people find it sweet enough to drink as-is, especially iced.

Is this tea caffeinated?

No. Place in the Sun is built on a South African honeybush base, which contains no caffeine — not decaffeinated, just naturally caffeine-free. It's a good option for evenings, for kids, or for anyone avoiding caffeine without wanting to give up a good cup of tea.

Does it work as iced tea?

That's how most people drink it. Brew double strength — 2 teaspoons per 8oz of hot water, steep 7 minutes, strain into a pitcher, pour over ice. It keeps in the fridge for up to three days without turning bitter or cloudy. For a gallon batch, use 6 to 8 tablespoons of loose tea.

How many servings are in a jar?

Each 2.7oz jar makes approximately 20 servings when brewed at the standard strength of 1 teaspoon per 8oz. If you brew it stronger for iced tea or sun tea, you'll get fewer servings per jar. Most households reorder before they expect to.

Can I use this to make sun tea?

Yes. Add 2 tablespoons of loose tea per quart of cold water in a clean glass jar, cover, and place in direct sun for 2 to 3 hours. Taste at the 2-hour mark and strain when it's at the strength you want. Refrigerate immediately after straining. The honeybush and hibiscus base holds up well to slow steeping and won't go bitter the way black tea can.

Does it work as a cocktail or mocktail mixer?

It does. Brew it strong, chill it, and use it as the base. It pairs well with vodka, rum, and sparkling water. For a simple party punch, combine a pitcher of brewed Place in the Sun with fresh fruit slices and a splash of juice — no additional sweetener needed. It's one of the more common reasons people reorder this one.

Is this tea gluten-free?

Yes. All of our teas are gluten-free, though not all ingredients come from certified gluten-free suppliers. If you have a severe gluten sensitivity or celiac disease, please review the full ingredient list before purchasing.

How should I store the jar?

Keep the glass jar sealed in a cool, dark place — away from the stove and out of direct sunlight. Loose leaf tea stays fresh for months and tastes best within six months of opening.

What's the best honey to add to this tea?

If you want to sweeten it, a light varietal works best. Our orange blossom honey pairs well — the mild floral notes layer with the hibiscus and berry flavors without overpowering them. A half teaspoon in a hot mug, or a light drizzle stirred into the pitcher before serving iced, is usually enough.

Do you offer a discount if I buy multiple jars?

Yes — buy 3 or more jars of any tea in our collection and save 15%. Mix and match across the full tea lineup.