The Spice Tea Exchange Of St. Augustine Old Jail

We ended up buying chocolate chai tea, which adds an interesting spin to a family favorite. Since my daughter is a big fan of salmon, we couldn’t leave without picking up a seafood rub, and we opted for their salmon tea rub. Honestly, I could have bought the whole store if my wife hadn’t intervened! Next time, we definitely want to try their tandoori, Korean BBQ, and various chai teas. Plus, with every purchase, you can choose a free recipe card, which is a nice touch!

Charming little shop with a fantastic selection of unique spices, flavored salts and sugars, as well as a variety of teas.

I stumbled upon this charming tea bar during a lunch meeting in San Marco, and it felt almost serendipitous since I had just mentioned wanting a tea spot. It seems I might have manifested it somehow! Regardless, it's a delightful little tea bar offering an extensive selection of teas and seasonings. All the tea herbs are displayed in jars, and you can lift the tops to inhale the aromatic flavors. The same goes for the seasonings. They can prepare any tea you choose right there. I was looking to detox after indulging in too much drinking, so I opted for the Honey Bee Ginger Elixir. While it didn't have a strong taste, I plan to try a few more options. I also purchased some Truffle Salt and Bleu Burger seasoning, and they smelled absolutely heavenly!

Oh my gosh, I absolutely love this place! There are so many spices and teas that I've never seen before. Desiree was hands down the best person we've met here.

The staff at the Spice Tea Exchange are fantastic—friendly and attentive without being intrusive while you browse. You’re encouraged to open and smell the sample containers, which is a delightful experience. They offer a wide variety of seasonings, from classic blends with a twist to international rubs like tandoori and Korean BBQ. Their selection of teas is impressive too, catering to all levels of caffeine preference. We ended up purchasing chocolate chai tea, which offers an interesting twist on a family favorite. Since my daughter is a huge salmon fan, we couldn’t resist getting a new seafood rub, so we chose the salmon tea rub. Honestly, I could have bought the whole store if my wife hadn't stopped me! Next time, we definitely want to try the tandoori rub, Korean BBQ, and various chai teas. Plus, you can pick up a free recipe card with your purchase, which is a nice touch.