Tea for the Turning Season
Whole-leaf blends for crisp mornings, slow afternoons, and the first cool evenings of fall. Hand-blended in small batches on our Kentucky hilltop.
HANDMADE IN KENTUCKY
Small-batch craftsmanship
LIMITED & SEASONAL
Intentional releases
PLANT-FOCUSED
Real ingredients, real flavor
RITUAL & INTENTIONAL
Tea for every moment
AUTUMN SEASONAL COLLECTION
Harvest Hour
APPLE • CHAMOMILE • CINNAMON • BLACKBERRY LEAF • ROASTED CHICORY
Smooth, comforting, and quietly complex. Harvest Hour carries the scent of orchards, dried herbs, and warm kitchens into a mellow herbal cup with gentle spice and a roasted finish.
STUDIO RELEASE • SEPTEMBER 2026
Ember Field
CHICORY ROOT • BLACKBERRY LEAF • ROSEHIP
A deep, roasted herbal infusion inspired by fields after harvest. Chicory creates a dark, smooth foundation, blackberry leaf adds body, and rosehip brings a subtle fruit lift.
OCTOBER STUDIO NOTES
The Hilltop Turns Inward
October brings cooler evenings, gathering herbs, and slower cups. Follow the Hilltop Journal for seasonal notes, brewing rituals, and what is taking shape in the studio. READ THE JOURNAL
The Collection
Discover five core blends.
Northern Wind is a bright herbal infusion built on layered mint and cool green botanicals. The blend is clean, aromatic, and refreshing, with a structured herbal body that remains balanced rather than overpowering.
Inspired by the crisp clarity of cool air moving across open fields, this tea reflects the sensation of a fresh northern breeze — invigorating, bright, and quietly grounding.
Within the Core Collection, Northern Wind serves as the cooling herbal tea, ideal for refreshing afternoon cups or iced summer infusions.
Tea Type: Herbal Tea
Flavor Profile: Cool, minty, bright green herbal
Package Size: Available in 3.5 oz (99 g) loose leaf or 45 mL sample jar
Origin: Hand blended in Kentucky by Hilltop Botanicals
10% of all tea sales support the Owensboro Regional Farmers Market.
FRESH & CLEAR
Cool mint and green herbs with a clean, meadow-bright finish and refreshing depth.
Orchard Morning is a structured black tea blend layered with orchard fruit and gentle warming spice.
Bold black tea provides the backbone of the cup, while dried apple and rosehip add soft fruit brightness that rounds the tannins and brings natural sweetness. Orange peel lifts the aroma with citrus oils, and a subtle touch of cinnamon creates a smooth warming finish.
The result is a balanced, full-bodied tea designed for the quiet beginning of the day — the moment when orchard air is cool, light moves through the trees, and the first cup settles the rhythm of the morning.
Part of the Hilltop Botanicals Core Tea Collection, Orchard Morning represents the orchard at first light: steady, grounding, and quietly bright.
Tea Type: Black Tea Blend
Flavor Profile: Fruity apple and rosehip, citrus orange peel, warm cinnamon finish
Package Size: Available in 3.5 oz (99 g) loose leaf or 45 mL sample jar
Origin: Hand blended in Kentucky by Hilltop Botanicals
10% of all tea sales support the Owensboro Regional Farmers Market.
MORNING RITUAL
Bold Assam softened by chamomile and orchard spice with a warm citrus finish.
Garden Hour is a soft green herbal infusion layered with lemon balm, mint, and bright garden botanicals. The blend is gentle, fresh, and balanced, offering a calm herbal body with a subtle citrus lift.
Inspired by the quiet pause of late afternoon in the garden, this tea reflects the moment when the day begins to slow and the warmth of the sun softens across the landscape. Lemon balm and mint bring freshness, while calendula and nettle create a grounded herbal structure.
Within the Core Collection, Garden Hour serves as the midday garden tea — a steady, refreshing infusion designed for slow afternoons and moments of rest between the rhythms of the day.
Tea Type: Herbal Tea
Flavor Profile: Fresh, citrusy lemon balm, garden-green
Package Size: Available in 3.5 oz (99 g) loose leaf or 45 mL sample jar
Origin: Hand blended in Kentucky by Hilltop Botanicals
10% of all tea sales support the Owensboro Regional Farmers Market.
GARDEN INFUSION
Bright herbal layers with fresh citrus lift and a softly green garden character.
Moonlit Meadow is a soft floral herbal infusion layered with chamomile blossoms, cooling mint, and delicate meadow flowers. The blend is light, aromatic, and gently calming.
Inspired by quiet summer fields after sunset, this tea reflects the scent of warm grasses and wildflowers under evening light. Chamomile forms the honeyed body while spearmint and lemon balm add a cool, clean lift.
Within the Core Collection, Moonlit Meadow serves as the evening ritual tea — a slow infusion meant for unwinding at the end of the day.
Tea Type: Herbal Tea
Flavor Profile: Floral chamomile, honeyed, cool mint and lemon balm
Package Size: Available in 3.5 oz (99 g) loose leaf or 45 mL sample jar
Origin: Hand blended in Kentucky by Hilltop Botanicals
10% of all tea sales support the Owensboro Regional Farmers Market.
EVENING RITUAL
Soft floral notes and gentle herbs gathered for quiet evenings and unhurried cups.
Summer Orchard is a bright green tea layered with soft stone fruit and delicate floral petals. The blend is fresh, lightly sweet, and balanced by the clean structure of green tea.
Inspired by fruit trees in full summer, this tea captures the feeling of warm air moving through orchard branches heavy with ripening fruit. Peach adds gentle sweetness while citrus peel and petals brighten the cup.
Within the Core Collection, Summer Orchard serves as the light daytime tea — refreshing, fruit-forward, and especially well-suited for warm weather or iced tea.
Tea Type: Green Tea Blend
Flavor Profile: Fruity peach, floral petals, citrus-bright
Package Size: Available in 3.5 oz (99 g) loose leaf or 45 mL sample jar
Origin: Hand blended in Kentucky by Hilltop Botanicals
10% of all tea sales support the Owensboro Regional Farmers Market.
SUMMER BLEND
Light sencha and orchard botanicals with gentle fruit notes and sunlit florals.
The Core Collection brings together five foundational tea blends, each designed to reflect a distinct mood, time of day, and seasonal rhythm.
These blends form the steady structure of Hilltop Botanicals—available year-round and crafted to offer balance, clarity, and continuity across the seasons.
From soft floral infusions to bright herbal blends and structured tea-based profiles, the collection is designed to move with the day: morning, afternoon, and evening.
Each blend is composed of whole botanical ingredients and prepared in small batches, creating a consistent and intentional tea experience.
10% of all tea sales support the Owensboro Regional Farmers Market.
SIGNATURE COLLECTION
Discover five signature teas crafted for seasonal ritual, atmosphere, and daily gathering.
Single Botanicals
Single botanicals invite each plant to be explored through its own aroma, flavor, and character.
Hilltop Peppermint is a single-origin herbal infusion made from whole peppermint leaves carefully dried to preserve their natural aroma and cooling character. The cup is crisp, bright, and clean with a refreshing finish.
Peppermint grows abundantly in summer gardens and meadow edges, releasing its characteristic scent with even the lightest touch. This tea reflects that freshness — a simple botanical infusion that captures the clarity of the plant itself.
As part of the Single Botanical Collection, Hilltop Peppermint highlights the character of one plant prepared with care, allowing the leaf to express its natural flavor without blending.
Tea Type: Herbal Tea
Flavor Profile: Crisp, cooling, minty
Package Size: Available in 3.5 oz (99 g) loose leaf or 45 mL sample jar
Origin: Hand blended in Kentucky by Hilltop Botanicals
10% of all tea sales support the Owensboro Regional Farmers Market.
Golden Chamomile is a single-origin herbal infusion made from whole chamomile blossoms carefully dried to preserve their natural golden color and delicate floral aroma. The cup is smooth and gently aromatic with a soft honeyed character.
Chamomile flowers open wide in summer fields and garden edges, their bright petals catching the light before harvest. When dried slowly and handled gently, the blossoms retain their structure and produce a clear, amber-gold infusion.
As part of the Single Botanical Collection, Golden Chamomile highlights the character of a single plant, allowing the full flower to express its natural floral warmth without blending.
Tea Type: Herbal Tea
Flavor Profile: Floral, honeyed, smooth
Package Size: Available in 3.5 oz (99 g) loose leaf or 45 mL sample jar
Origin: Hand blended in Kentucky by Hilltop Botanicals
10% of all tea sales support the Owensboro Regional Farmers Market.
Wild Elderflower is a delicate herbal infusion made from whole elderflower blossoms carefully dried to preserve their natural aroma and floral sweetness. The cup is light, fragrant, and elegant with a soft honeyed character.
Elderflowers appear in early summer as wide clusters of tiny white blossoms along hedgerows and woodland edges. When harvested at the moment of full bloom, the flowers capture a subtle orchard-like fragrance and gentle sweetness.
As part of the Single Botanical Collection, Wild Elderflower celebrates the refined character of a single plant, allowing the blossoms to express their natural floral aroma without blending.
Tea Type: Herbal Tea
Flavor Profile: Floral, light, honey-sweet
Package Size: Available in 3.5 oz (99 g) loose leaf or 45 mL sample jar
Origin: Hand blended in Kentucky by Hilltop Botanicals
10% of all tea sales support the Owensboro Regional Farmers Market.
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Measure with intuition
1–2 tsp per cup, adjusted to leaf and preference.
TEA RITUAL GUIDE
Brewing for the Moment
Loose leaf tea invites a slower pace and rewards attention.
Each cup is shaped by water, leaf, and season—here is how we brew at the studio.
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Heat gently
Use water just off the boil for most herbal infusions.
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Allow time to steep
Give the botanicals space to unfold and release their character.
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Pair thoughtfully
A spoon of infused honey may deepen and soften the cup.
Tea Notes
Knowledge to deepen your ritual.
Why Loose Leaf Tastes Different
Whole leaf tea holds the flavor longer. You sip completely in layers, not all at once.
Choosing Tea by Atmosphere
Match your blend to the light and time of day, not just the ingredients.
Pairing Honey with Herbal Tea
The right honey deepens a blend, or softens its edges.
What Makes Seasonal Tea Special
Botanicals harvested at peak bloom and dried in small batches.
SEASONAL NOTES
Stay Close to the Garden
First access to seasonal updates, new blends, and steward stories.
