USDA organic. Choice Organic Russian Caravan honors the exquisitely bold tea blends so highly sought by the 19th century Russian Czar. Camel caravans labored over a perilous route from China, and months of nightly fires added a heady aroma to the prized tea leaf. Select Yunnan tea is utilized here for flavor, and special grades of Lapsang Souchong impart an assertive, smoky personality. Choice Organic Teas are certified as organically grown by an independent third party. A thorough audit trail follows the tea from the gardens of origin to your cup, and every aspect of the cultivation, handling and packaging is carefully inspected to insure the integrity of this organic product. Choice Organic Teas come from mountain top gardens tended by traditional methods. Without chemicals, our Choice tea growers practice careful topsoil management and weed control, creating a balanced environment to alleviate any agricultural problems. With expertise and very diligent care, they achieve exceptional teas. Tea drinking has been a healthful delight for centuries. It promoted a state of calm serenity while enhancing mental clarity, and fosters an ambiance of repose and relaxation. Certified organic by QAI, Inc.