About Us
What makes Chelmsford Tea different? We do.
Serving the Specialty Tea Market Since 2005
Chelmsford Tea began its journey in 2005 in Wichita, Kansas, where it first opened its doors as Darlene’s Teaport. What started as a small, local passion for sharing exceptional teas soon grew into a beloved destination for tea lovers across the region. Over the years, the business evolved into Chelmsford Tea, opening shops in both Wichita and Whitewater and cultivating a loyal community of customers who appreciated quality, flavor, and heartfelt service.
Today, Chelmsford Tea continues that tradition from its home base in Whitewater, Kansas—now operating as a shipping-only business that brings its carefully curated teas directly to customers nationwide. With delivery to all 50 U.S. states, Chelmsford Tea remains committed to offering the same warmth, craftsmanship, and dedication to quality that inspired its beginnings. Whether you’re discovering us for the first time or have been with us since our Wichita days, we’re honored to share a cup with you.
Our Promise to You
At Chelmsford Tea, we are committed to quality, value, and communication.
100% Natural
We’re not fans of artificial. In fact, 97% of our flavorings are organic compliant.Â
Fair Trade
Our teas are grown on family farms and Co-Ops who are paid top dollar for their product.
High Quality
We sell only high-quality loose leaf and bagged teas sourced from around the world.
Always Fresh
Our teas are blended from whole leaves, fruits, and herbs, giving them an extended shelf life.
Made With the Planet in Mind
With ever-growing concerns about microplastics, emissions, and sustainability, we believe it’s of the utmost importance to be a part of the solution – not a part of the problem. That’s why our teas are produced in a factory with solar arrays that generate 5x the amount of energy consumed by the factory. In fact, our supplier was one of the world’s first tea manufacturers to achieve carbon-neutral status.
Our tea bags are made of plant-based material (sugar cane, corn, or abaca) and are 100% compostable – including the tag and string!
Ethical Tea Tastes Better
The ETP (“Ethical Tea Partnership”) is an organization within the tea industry that seeks to better the lives of workers and their families in tea-producing countries.
Created in 1997, the ETP monitors and regulates social conditions on tea estates. The organization is run by member companies and bolstered through external audits by Price Waterhouse Cooper (The global accounting firm responsible for tabulating and guarding votes for the Academy Awards.)
A TRANSPARENT VIEW OF THE TEA TRADE
The goal of the ETP is to provide consumers with a transparent understanding of where tea is grown and how it is manufactured. Everything from fair compensation to health coverage, housing and childcare is closely scrutinized.