Overview
Black, green, oolong, pu-erh, rooibos and herbal infusions all appear, and named single-origins like Grand Yunnan Imperial and Long Jing sit beside Paris-themed signature blends and a holiday limited edition. Most days deliver a distinct profile. A few flavoured doors are gentler than their descriptions suggest, and drinkers disagree about how consistent the run is. The box is illustrated, 24 numbered windows in the recognisable French tea-house style, and recent editions add audio stories behind several of them. It presents well as a gift. It is also board and paper, not a reusable keepsake tin.
Taste & variety
The line-up is broad: black, green, oolong, pu-erh, rooibos and herbal infusions, with named single-origin teas like Grand Yunnan Imperial and Long Jing sitting beside Paris-themed signature blends and a holiday limited edition. Most days deliver a distinct profile. A few of the flavoured doors are gentler than their descriptions promise, and drinkers disagree about how consistent the set is from box to box.
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Packaging & gift appeal
An illustrated gift box with 24 numbered windows in the recognisable French tea-house style, and recent editions hide audio stories behind several of them. It presents beautifully. It is also board and paper, so nobody is keeping it as a tin.
What is in the box
24 individually hand-stitched cotton muslin tea bags, one per door. The selection spans black, green, oolong, pu-erh, rooibos, and herbal infusions. Recent editions have featured teas such as Grand Yunnan Imperial, The Du Louvre, Genmaicha Yama, Long Jing, Grand Jasmin Chun Feng, Hammam, Darjeeling Margaret's Hope, Pu Erh Imperial, and a limited-edition holiday green tea, alongside flavoured and detox blends.
Key features
- 24 windows, one hand-stitched cotton tea bag per day through December 24
- Wide mix of black, green, oolong, pu-erh, rooibos, and herbal infusions
- Includes named single-origin teas and Paris-themed signature blends
- Illustrated gift box presentation in the French tea-house style
8/10
Very good
Our verdict
A varied, fairly priced calendar from a respected French tea house. The single-origin teas and hand-stitched cotton bags give it real character. Disposable packaging and a few uneven flavoured days hold it back.
Buying advice: Price moves year to year and sat near $39.90 for the 2025 edition, so treat that as approximate. The Palais des Thés US site and authorised stockists both carry it, and both run out, so buy early in the season.
Pros
- Strong style variety across black, green, oolong, pu-erh, rooibos, and herbal
- Real single-origin teas, not only flavoured blends
- Hand-stitched cotton tea bags feel a step above standard sachets
- Reputable Paris tea house at a sub-$40 price
Cons
- Board-and-paper box, no keepsake tin
- Some flavoured doors are milder than billed
- Seasonal availability and year-to-year price changes
Questions about the Palais des Thés Tea Advent Calendar
How many days are in the Palais des Thés Tea Advent Calendar?
It counts down 24 days. 24 individually hand-stitched cotton muslin tea bags, one per door. The selection spans black, green, oolong, pu-erh, rooibos, and herbal infusions. Recent editions have featured teas such as Grand Yunnan Imperial, The Du Louvre, Genmaicha Yama, Long Jing, Grand Jasmin Chun Feng, Hammam, Darjeeling Margaret's Hope, Pu Erh Imperial, and a limited-edition holiday green tea, alongside flavoured and detox blends.
How much does the Palais des Thés Tea Advent Calendar cost?
The list price is about $39.9 (USD). Prices move during the season and differ by country, so check the retailer before you buy.
Is the Palais des Thés Tea Advent Calendar 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 Palais des Thés Tea Advent Calendar best for?
You want a Paris tea house on the box without the Mariage Frères price. The range covers classic and flavoured, so it is a safe gift when you do not know which way someone leans.
