01First brew
- Amount
- One heaped teaspoon of tea
- Water
- Into the basket infuser, add freshly boiled water
- Time
- 3–5 minutes depending on tea
Check the brew card for each tea's ideal time
Tea Gift Bundle
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Loose Leaf Tea Starter Set
- Best
- First loose-leaf brew
Regular price
£21.95
Regular price
Sale price
£21.95
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- Packed by hand in Huddersfield
- Packed by our Huddersfield team
- Free UK delivery from £35
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Is it for you?
Someone moving from tea bags: three teas, a basket infuser and a simple brew card.
Perhaps not if they already have the kit; send tea alone. Try Tea Lover’s Speciality Tea Bundle
Good together
Sending it somewhere lovely?
Choose every bundle item above, then use the recipient’s delivery address at checkout. Delivery options and the final total are shown before payment.
Especially good for
When “something nice” needs to feel specific.
- Loose-leaf beginners
- Tea-bag upgraders
- Students and new desks
Good to know
Before it reaches the ribbon stage.
Do they need a teapot?
No. The included basket infuser sits in most mugs. Add tea, pour the right-temperature water, then lift it out when the brew is ready.
Can I send it straight to the recipient?
Yes. Enter their delivery address at checkout. The available delivery services and final cost are shown before payment.
What if a choice sells out?
The choices reflect the range we expect to pack. If something becomes unavailable before fulfilment, our team will contact you rather than quietly substitute it.
Complete loose leaf starter kit
Everything they need for a proper first brew
Three 50g teas, a roomy basket infuser and a simple brew card in one gift-ready box. Pick the selection that suits their taste and watch tea bags become a thing of the past.
- Contains
- 3 × 50g teas + infuser
- Caffeine
- Varies by selection
- Fits through
- No, presentation box
- Best for
- Loose leaf beginners
The story
The kit that makes the switch easy
Moving from tea bags to loose leaf can feel like a faff if you have not got the right gear. This set sorts that out in one go: three generous pouches of tea, a silver 304 stainless-steel fine-mesh basket with square-ended handles and a matching lid, and a brew card that tells you exactly what to do. No guesswork, no hunting for equipment.
Choose from three selections. The essentials covers the classics: English Breakfast for mornings, Earl Grey for afternoons and Peppermint for evenings. Fresh discoveries suits the curious with Jasmine Green, Honeyed Peach and Peppermint. Caffeine-conscious keeps things naturally caffeine-free with Rooibos, Chamomile and Peppermint.
Each pouch holds about twenty cups of tea, so they will have plenty of time to find their favourite before they need to reorder. The presentation box makes it look like you put thought into it, because you did.
How to brew it
How to use their new kit
02With the infuser
- Amount
- Drop basket into a mug
- Water
- Pour water directly over the leaves
- Time
- Lift out when done
Lid catches drips and keeps heat in while steeping
03Second cup
- Amount
- Same leaves, same infuser
- Water
- Fresh hot water
- Time
- Add 30 seconds to the first steep time
Many teas give a lovely second cup
Shop tip: Let the leaves unfurl fully in the basket. Do not pack them in too tightly or the water cannot flow through.
Made for moments like
Housewarming gift sorted
Turn up with something useful and thoughtful. They will remember you every time the kettle goes on.
Tea bag escape route
For the friend who keeps saying they should try loose leaf but never quite gets round to it.
Student starting out
A small kit that fits a tiny kitchen and makes halls of residence tea taste like home.
Lovely withButtered toast and marmaladeA quiet Sunday morningBiscuits straight from the tinAn afternoon read on the sofaFirst cup in a new flat
Weighing it up?
Not quite what you’re after? Try these.
Tea Lover’s Speciality Tea BundleChoose this if they already have an infuser and want more adventurous single-estate teas.£29.95
Housewarming Tea BundleChoose this if you want to include a full teapot and a bigger selection of teas.£49.95
Breakfast Tea & Honey Gift SetChoose this if they love breakfast tea and you want to add local Yorkshire honey.£24.95
Good questions
Things people ask us in the shop
How many cups does each 50g pouch make?
Around twenty cups per pouch, using roughly one heaped teaspoon (about 2.5g) per mug. The whole set gives about sixty cups of tea.
Is the caffeine-conscious selection completely caffeine-free?
Yes. Rooibos, Chamomile and Peppermint are all naturally caffeine-free, so you can drink them any time of day or night.
Does the basket infuser fit any mug?
Check the opening and depth of your mug before ordering. The basket is approximately 10.3cm across the handles and 7.5cm high. Both handles need support on the rim.
Can I send this directly as a gift?
Absolutely. It arrives in a presentation box and you can include a handwritten gift message at checkout.
Which selection should I choose for someone who only drinks black tea?
The essentials is your best bet. English Breakfast and Earl Grey are both black teas, and Peppermint gives them a caffeine-free option for evenings.
Full product details
An easy, complete introduction to loose leaf tea with three 50g teas, a silver 304 stainless-steel basket infuser with square-ended handles and a matching lid and a simple Porter Hill brew card. Choose the tea selection that fits their taste and turn an everyday mug into a better tea ritual.
Choose their loose leaf starter selection
The essentials
English Breakfast, Earl Grey and Peppermint cover brisk mornings, fragrant afternoons and fresh caffeine-free evenings. Familiar flavours make the move from tea bags effortless.
Fresh discoveries
Jasmine Green, Honeyed Peach and Peppermint offer floral, fruit-led and clean minty cups for a curious beginner who wants plenty of variety.
Caffeine-conscious
Rooibos, Organic Chamomile and Peppermint create a naturally caffeine-free trio with mellow, soothing and refreshing character.
- Three 50g loose leaf teas
- Silver 304 stainless-steel basket infuser with square-ended handles and a lid that doubles as a drip tray
- Three beginner-friendly tea choices
- Porter Hill presentation box and simple brew card
Compare tea gifts
Prefer a gift with a teapot? Compare the Housewarming Tea Bundle. For smaller samples across five styles, explore the Bestsellers Tasting Box.
Included basket infuser
The fine mesh basket is approximately 7.5cm high and 10.3cm across the handles. Check the depth and opening of your mug before ordering. See the basket infuser page for details and care.
A proper introduction to loose leaf
Free UK delivery on orders over £35.
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