Welcome to Iced Tea Month
There’s something timeless about iced tea in the summer. It’s the clink of ice cubes, the slow pour, the glass sweating in your hand. It’s familiar—but it doesn’t have to be ordinary.
June is officially Iced Tea Month, and it’s a perfect time to explore what’s in your cup. At CatSpring, we think the best iced tea starts with something native, smooth, and grown in harmony with the land.
That’s where yaupon comes in.
Why Yaupon Makes the Perfect Iced Tea
Yaupon is North America’s only naturally caffeinated plant, wild-harvested right here in Texas. For centuries, it’s been brewed as a grounding, energizing tea. And when iced? It shines.
Here’s why yaupon works so well cold:
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Smooth caffeine: A gentle lift without jitters or crash
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Tannin-free: Never bitter—even when steeped long
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Naturally stable: No cloudiness, no souring—just clean flavor for days
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Versatile: Serve it plain, with citrus, herbs, or over ice
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Sustainably wild-harvested: No irrigation, no synthetic chemicals
Compared to traditional teas, yaupon stands out for its clean finish and incredible shelf life. Because it’s free of tannins and other compounds that can cause bitterness or haziness over time, cold-brewed yaupon stays clear, fresh, and flavorful in the fridge for up to a week—without losing its taste, wellness properties, or turning cloudy.
Perfect for batch brewing, party pitchers, or just keeping something good on hand all week.
How Easy Is Cold Brewing? Very.
No hot water, no fancy equipment. Just steep and wait. Here’s how we do it:
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Add 1 tablespoon of loose leaf yaupon per 14 oz of cold, filtered water
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Let it steep in the fridge for 6–10 hours (or overnight)
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Strain, sip, and enjoy—plain or dressed up with lemon, mint, or fresh fruit
That’s it.
No bitterness. No cloudiness. Just a clean, cooling cup every time.
Celebrate the Season in a Glass
Iced Tea Month is about more than refreshment—it’s a chance to reimagine a summer staple. With yaupon, you get a native tea that’s rooted in history, rich in plant-powered benefits, and perfectly suited for long, warm days.
Stock your pantry. Steep a pitcher. Make it yours.
