Varieties of Specialty Teas and Their Sales Increasing.

Reports that the total number of products and annual demand for specialty tea products in the United States has reached record levels, according to the report "Tea Is Hot Report," published by Sage Group International. Total sales in 2003; Sales of premium tea, flavored teas and herbal teas, such as yerba mate and rooibos; American tea culture's focus on stress reduction, product purity and exotic brewing accessories.