Art of Tea Introduces its Eco-Mug:
Los Angeles, CA- December 5, 2007— Art of Tea launches their new mug made out of 100% US renewable corn plastic. The bio-plastic is a substitute for petroleum based products. The resin and the mugs are manufactured in the states means less emission into the environment from transport.

“Being a specialty tea company that focuses on organic teas, we have a reputation for caring about the environment. This new product emphasizes our concern for global warming and greenhouse emissions” said Steve Schwartz, FOUNDER/CEO of Art of Tea. “We believe in doing our part in offering our customers products with an environmental conscious.”

The microwave safe eco-mugs will be available on the site for all to purchase for $4.95 each, and make a great gift set with Art of Tea’s unique hand blended teas.

Located in Beverly Hills CA, Art of Tea imports and wholesales both domestically and internationally. Besides some of LA’s finest cafes, restaurants, and spas, Art of Tea is featured in a myriad of venues across the country, from the upscale spas in Vegas to the fine dining scenes of New York City. Exploring the 5000-year-old tradition of brewing loose-leaf tea, Art of Tea custom hand blends and crafts organic teas and botanicals from around the world. The teas are carefully selected directly from growers, offering a unique story to each one. When infused, the teas have a beautiful display, and some even blossom.

Art of Tea was recently awarded 1st and 2nd place, respectively, for best commercial black and green iced tea in the nation at the World Tea Expo in Atlanta, GA in June 2007. Art of Tea was also featured in the Nov 2007 issue of Vegetarian Times.

For more information or to purchase products from Art of Tea, log on to www.artoftea.com.