Overview
Twelve blends cover a sensible spread of black, green, herbal and flavored teas. Hot Cinnamon Spice and the Paris blend are the standouts, both signature Harney profiles, and they sit next to dependable everyday choices like English Breakfast and Organic Peppermint. Variety is solid for the count, though every blend already exists in the catalog and none is an exclusive. The box is a compact 12-window countdown with numbered doors: tidy and giftable, more restrained than the large illustrated tins some rival calendars use.
Taste & variety
Twelve blends covering black, green, herbal and flavored. Hot Cinnamon Spice and the Paris blend are the standouts, both signature Harney profiles, with dependable everyday choices like English Breakfast and Organic Peppermint filling the rest. Solid variety for the count. Every blend already exists in the catalog, so there is nothing exclusive to discover here.
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Packaging & gift appeal
A compact 12-window countdown box with numbered doors. Tidy and giftable, though restrained next to the large illustrated tins some rivals use.
What is in the box
A 12-door countdown box with 24 tea bags (two of each variety). The twelve teas are English Breakfast, Chai, Organic Earl Grey Supreme, Hot Cinnamon Spice, Paris, Japanese Sencha, Jasmine, Organic Green with Citrus & Ginkgo, Egyptian Chamomile, Organic Peppermint, Lemon Herbal, and Raspberry Herbal.
Key features
- 12 doors with 24 tea bags total, two bags behind each door
- Spans black, green, herbal, and flavored styles including the popular Hot Cinnamon Spice and Paris blends
- Ready-to-steep bagged format, no loose-leaf gear needed
- Modest price point relative to most premium tea advent calendars
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Our verdict
A friendly, fairly priced countdown that showcases Harney & Sons staples in an easy bagged format. It trades depth and exclusivity for accessibility, making it a smart starter or gift but a modest choice for serious tea collectors.
Buying advice: Stock is seasonal and tends to sell out, and the official site discounts below list price often enough that paying full feels careless. Shop early in the holiday window, and check the Harney site against Amazon, since third-party listings sometimes undercut retail.
Pros
- Modest price next to most tea advent calendars
- Reliable, well-liked blends like Hot Cinnamon Spice and Paris
- Sensible mix of black, green, and herbal styles
- Easy ready-to-steep bags suit casual drinkers and gifting
Cons
- Only 12 doors, not a full 24-day advent format
- All blends are existing catalog teas, no exclusives or rare leaf
- Bagged format will not satisfy loose-leaf enthusiasts
- Sells out quickly and availability is seasonal
Questions about the Harney & Sons 12 Days of Tea Countdown
How many days are in the Harney & Sons 12 Days of Tea Countdown?
It counts down 12 days. A 12-door countdown box with 24 tea bags (two of each variety). The twelve teas are English Breakfast, Chai, Organic Earl Grey Supreme, Hot Cinnamon Spice, Paris, Japanese Sencha, Jasmine, Organic Green with Citrus & Ginkgo, Egyptian Chamomile, Organic Peppermint, Lemon Herbal, and Raspberry Herbal.
How much does the Harney & Sons 12 Days of Tea Countdown cost?
The list price is about $29.95 (USD). Prices move during the season and differ by country, so check the retailer before you buy.
Is the Harney & Sons 12 Days of Tea Countdown caffeine-free?
It is built around herbal, rooibos or fruit infusions, which makes it a good evening calendar. Check the box list if the recipient must avoid caffeine entirely, since some calendars mix in a few green or black teas.
Who is the Harney & Sons 12 Days of Tea Countdown best for?
An easy introduction to Harney & Sons, and not much more than that. Low cost, low commitment.
