Discover the story behind our tea shop. Learn about our passion for quality tea, commitment to sustainability, and dedication to customer satisfaction. Explore our tea selection and experience the difference at Steep Right Up! Our Story Steep Right Up is North Carolina's ONLY tea shop that has TRAIN -side views, EXCLUSIVE small-batch blends, and story-driven tea EXPERIENCES , and home of That Crazy Tea Lady! Sip. Discover. Experience. Welcome to Steep Right Up ... where tea, trains, and a little bit of whimsy come together in perfect harmony! At Steep Right Up , we believe every cup of tea has a story to tell. What began with a lifelong love of herbs has grown into a place where tea is meant to be explored, experienced, and shared. From loose-leaf teas and small-batch blends to storytelling collections, classes, tastings, and thoughtfully created tea experiences, there is always something new to discover. How It All Started : Steep Right Up began long before there was a storefront. For more than 30 years, Melodie's love of herbs, tea, and natural wellness continued to grow, eventually becoming a dream of creating a tea shop of her own. Then came Downtown Garner. While attending a charity event, Melodie fell in love with the community's charm and had one very clear thought: this is where the tea shop belongs. A prayer, a leap of faith, and quite an adventure later, Steep Right Up found its home on Main Street, right beside the railroad tracks. Meet Melodie - The Visionary Behind the Brews: Melodie, affectionately known as "That Crazy Tea Lady", is the founder and creative force behind Steep Right Up. Her journey with herbs began more than 30 years ago and eventually grew to encompass herbalism, clinical aromatherapy, education, and, of course, tea. She's the one dreaming up new blends, creating tea experiences, teaching classes, telling stories, and routinely turning "I have an idea....." into whatever appears in the shop next. For Melodie, tea has never been simply a beverage. It's a way to explore plants, cultures, stories, creativity, ritual, flavor, and connection, preferably with a little whimsy along the way. When The Tea Lady is not working on her business, she is spending time with her family. She has a husband, four boys (all grown), several fur babies and feather babies (she's also known as "That Crazy Chicken Lady"), and so far, six grandchildren. She also enjoys reading, crocheting, and a variety of other crafts.. She is a Licensed Nail Technician, Licensed Manicurist Instructor, private educator, and mentor in the beauty industry. All of which go perfectly with a nice cup of tea. Meet Lisa - AKA The Other Tea Lady Every circus has its ringmaster, and every tea shop needs a Lisa. :-) Every tea shop needs someone who can keep up with the ideas, the tea, and the occasional chaos. For Steep Right Up, that person is Lisa. Lisa is the steady hand behind much of what happens both behind the counter and behind the scenes. From helping guests in the shop to blending and restocking teas in the Tea Lab, and managing our off-site events, she plays an important role in keeping Steep Right Up running and ensuring your favorite blends make it from our recipes to your cup. Originally from New York, Lisa found her way to North Carolina and eventually to Steep Right Up through a friendship that began long before she became part of the shop. What started with classes, conversation, and a shared love of learning grew into a friendship and working partnership that has become an important part of the Steep Right Up story. Known around here as The Other Tea Lady, Lisa brings her own warmth, humor, curiosity, and calm to the journey. She has continued to learn about tea along the way and is always ready to help guests discover something new. We may never know exactly where this tea journey is headed next, but we're awfully glad Lisa decided to come along for the ride. A note from Lisa : Hi ya'll! My name is Lisa. I was born and raised in New York. I have 4 amazing children on their way to adulthood. It's been quite a journey so far. God led me to NC to make a better life for my children and to marry the love of my life. I am also a chicken mama and quite obsessed with the idea of getting so many more. We came to a small church one morning and loved it from the moment we walked in. There we became a part of a foundations class that our one and only Melodie was teaching. She is one of a kind with so many God-given talents. We all got to know each other, and she invited me to work for her in her Grand Tea Shop. Of course, I accepted, and I've loved every step of the way. Not only do I love tea, but after researching and continuing to study, the benefits outweigh anything else it could offer me personally. I have loved working for Melodie. I've learned so much from her. I encourage everyone to take a journey through her tea shop. It might surprise you! Steep Right Up is one big happy family that not only includes Melodie & Lisa, but all of our guests are family to us. We absolutely love being part of our Downtown Garner Community. We invite you to stop in and tickle your taste buds with one of our brews! Our Mission: Our mission is to cultivate a space where tea lovers can explore, learn, and connect. We aim to foster a deeper appreciation for the art and traditions of tea, encouraging moments of reflection and genuine connection away from the digital hustle. Through education, hospitality, and heartfelt interactions, we strive to brighten your day - one cup...one sip...and one shared moment at a time. Contact I'm always looking for new and exciting opportunities. Let's connect. TeaLady@SteepRightUp.com 984-301-8643

App Policies 1. Information We collect We collect limited personal information when you interact with our app or website, such as: Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (for orders and notifications) Order Information: Purchase details, delivery/pickup instructions Login Credentials: If you access private blend accounts or memberships Device & Usage Data: Non-identifying info like device type, browser, app activity We do not collect sensitive personal data (e.g., health info, financial account numbers). 2. How We Use Your Information We use your information to: Fulfill and manage orders Communicate about your purchases or account Improve the user experience on our app and website Send updates about new products, events, or promotions (only if you opt in) Maintain app security and performance 3. Data Sharing We do not sell your personal data. We may share limited data with third-party service providers only to support app functionality, such as: Payment processors (e.g., Square, Stripe) Delivery or notification systems Analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Wix tools) All third parties are required to protect your data in accordance with applicable laws. 4. Data Retention We retain your information only as long as necessary to fulfill your orders or meet legal requirements. You may request deletion of your data at any time (see Section 7). 5. Children’s Privacy Our services are not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. 6. Security We use standard encryption and secure third-party platforms to protect your data. However, no online system is 100% secure, so we recommend you protect your login credentials. 7. Your Rights & Choices You may: Request access to or deletion of your personal data Opt out of promotional emails Update or correct your information via your account or by contacting us To make a request, email us at TeaLady@SteepRightUp.com 8. Changes to This Policy We may update this Privacy Policy occasionally. We will post any changes here with an updated “Effective Date.” 9. Contact Us Steep Right Up, LLC Email: TeaLady@SteepRightUp.com Phone: 984-301-8643 Website: www.steeprightup.com App Support Information Developer Name: Steep Right Up, LLC Support Email: TeaLady@SteepRightUp.com Phone : 984-301-8643 Website: https://www.steeprightup.com Support URL: https://www.steeprightup.com/contact Privacy Policy URL: https://www.steeprightup.com/privacy-policy Let’s Work Together Get in touch so we can start working together. First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

Discover the best places to buy your favorite Steep Right Up teas & spice blends. . Shop with confidence and convenience. Start your search now! Tea Stops (Where to Buy) Our online store is up and running and we are adding to it regularly. We will also be adding inventory to various small businesses as well as participating in vendor events. All venues will be listed here as they are added. If you have a store and would like to stock our products please contact us for wholesale information. Please bear with us as we get all of this information added. Online: Right here through our main website - just click the Shop Online link at the top of the page Wholesale through Faire.com coming soon! Physical Locations/Retail Stores: Our storefront: 111 W Main St, #200, Garner, NC 27529 We are located in Downtown Garner right next to Nana’s Lil Sweets Clayton Farm & Community Market - we set up every Saturday unless otherwise noted The Station in Clayton - 231 E. 2nd Street, Clayton, NC 27520 Brewed By The Cup: Our storefront: 111 W Main St, #200, Garner, NC 27529 We are located in Downtown Garner right next to Nana’s Lil Bakery Full Bloom Coffee Roasters They carry a selection of our loose leaf teas for by-the-cup brewing 141 W Main St, Garner, NC 27529 Events: Local events that we will be set up at. Clayton Farm & Community Market - every saturday If you'd like to see our teas stocked in your local area please connect us with your store of preference.

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Blog The Library Index can be found here: Library Index All Posts Recipes The Library The Brew Tea Club Everything Else Search That Crazy Tea Lady Jan 14 1 min The Library LIBRARY INDEX Click on an article title below to learn more about the teas we carry. Please note that we are currently working on all of these articles so 23 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Apr 24 2 min The Library CAFFEINE CONTENT The caffeine content in tea can vary widely depending on several factors, including the type and quality of the tea, the processing method, 11 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Apr 24 4 min The Library FUN FACTS Here are some fun tea facts for you to enjoy: Tea Time Origins: The concept of "afternoon tea" originated in England in the early 19th... 5 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Apr 24 2 min The Library TEA TASTING Tea tasting events, also known as tea tastings or tea parties, are gatherings where participants sample and evaluate various types of tea. T 4 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Apr 24 3 min The Library TEA TERMINOLOGY Tea time should be stress-free and a fun experience. Below are just a few of the terms you may come across as you visit tea shops, tea room 4 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Apr 24 2 min The Library WESTERN/MODERN BREW METHOD The Western method for brewing tea is a straightforward approach that involves steeping loose tea leaves in hot water for a specific period 4 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Apr 24 3 min The Library TEA GRADING Tea grading is a process used to evaluate and classify tea leaves based on various factors such as leaf size, appearance, aroma, flavor, and 9 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Apr 11 1 min The Library PURPLE TEA Purple tea is a unique variety of Camellia sinensis, the tea plant, that is characterized by its distinctive purple-colored leaves. 4 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Apr 11 2 min The Library HERBAL TISANES An Herbal Tisane is a combination of herbs, fruits and florals to create an infusion similar to that of tea. 5 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Apr 10 2 min Everything Else UNLEASH YOUR CREATIVITY WITH CUSTOM TEA BLENDING Unleash Your Creativity with Custom Tea Blending At Steep Right Up, we believe that tea is not just a beverage, but a form of art. That's w 3 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Apr 10 2 min Everything Else DISCOVER THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF LOOSE LEAF TEAS Are you looking to improve your health and well-being? Look no further than the world of loose leaf teas! Steep Right Up is here to... 6 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Jan 25 1 min Everything Else GRAND OPENING TEA PARTY!!! Our GRAND OPENING TEA PARTY has been planned. Sip Sip Hurray!!!!! 3 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Nov 15, 2023 3 min Everything Else COMING SOON!!!! We have some super exciting news to share!!!! Our teas have been available online for years now. It’s now time to take the plunge and ope 2 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Aug 20, 2023 2 min The Library HISTORY OF TEA Tea has such a rich and interesting history that dates back nearly 5000 years ago. There are several legends floating around. Our... 7 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Sep 23, 2021 2 min Everything Else TEA ACCESSORY RESOURCES If you love tea….then you will love some of these resources for everything tea accessories. I just recently found a fairly new HANDMADE mar 3 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Sep 12, 2021 4 min The Library BREWING VESSELS There are so many brewing methods and vessels available. We wanted to share with you just a few of the ones we’ve tried….what we’ve liked, 3 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Aug 30, 2021 1 min Recipes MAKING A TEA LATTÉ Making Tea Lattés are a fun and delicious treat. You can go completely wild with your creations or keep it simple as we’ve outlined below. S 6 0 comments 0 1 like. Post not marked as liked 1 That Crazy Tea Lady Aug 30, 2021 4 min The Library ICED TEA There are so many ways to brew iced tea. They can be brewed hot and then refrigerated or they can be brewed cold. 4 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Aug 30, 2021 1 min Recipes DIVINI-TEA SMOOTHIE Hibiscus is a popular floral tea these days. It can be quite tart. But it is antioxidant & vitamin C packed, and nutrient-rich. 1 0 comments 0 Post not marked as liked That Crazy Tea Lady Aug 29, 2021 1 min Recipes MATCHA LATTÉ Matcha is one of those “acquired taste” sorts of beverages. It has an earthy, grassy flavor. 1 0 comments 0 1 like. Post not marked as liked 1

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