Our commitment to a greener tea
Tea is an everyday ritual that brings together culture, well-being, and respect. For La Via del Tè, sustainability is a core value at every stage of our work.
OUR COMMITMENT
REDUCE
Tea is a natural beverage and an ally for daily well-being, part of a healthy and mindful lifestyle. For this reason as well, as a company we have always invested in ethical and sustainable practices.
- Progressive elimination of plastic
- Use of recyclable packaging and FSC-certified paper
- Plastic-free shipping
- Every blend of tea, infusion, and herbal tea is produced and packaged in our Florence facility to reduce transport and emissions.
RECYCLE
Responsible packaging, a value that lasts.
A packaging system designed to be easy to dispose of, fully recyclable, and increasingly sustainable.
- Loose tea bags are printed with water-based inks and are recyclable with paper.
- FSC-certified paper shopping bags are fully recyclable and feature paper cord handles.
- Paper adhesive tape allows the entire package to be recycled without separating materials.
REUSE
Sustainability is also about small everyday gestures that help reduce waste and extend the life of materials and products.
- Packaging designed for reuse
- Creative uses for tea leaves, even after infusion
- Circular economy ideas and practices
HOW TO RECYCLE OUR PRODUCTS
Tea bag
Our tea bags are made of cotton or PLA fabric derived from corn, materials that are naturally biodegradable.
Tea tin
Aluminium tins and their outer boxes are fully recyclable.
Bags
The recyclable one-kilo bags for loose tea are designed to reduce environmental impact throughout the supply chain.
GIVE A SECOND LIFE TO TEA
Tea tins can be refilled with loose-leaf tea
Tea tins can be used as candle holders
Infused tea leaves are a natural fertiliser for plants
Tea tins can be used as small plant pots
Use tea as a natural facial toner, warm or cold
Use the tea tins as desk organisers