Artisanal Teas and Spices

Curated traditional foods, organic spices and teas from East Asia, and all across India.

Our Story

At Living Roots, our mission is simple: to bring sustainably grown, high-quality spices and teas—fresh from smallholder farmers—straight to your pantry.

Inspired by generations of tradition, we honor the way my Ma & Aaita (grandmother) carefully sourced spices from farmers they trusted, in bustling markets filled with the deep, earthy aroma of freshly harvested spices. Today, we continue that legacy—connecting you to multi-generational farmers who cultivate these flavors with care and dedication

Why Us?

As you explore spices and teas, there is an abundance of options. Discover what sets us apart

Living Roots Large Grocery Store Typical Speciality Spice Co.
Single Origin Heirloom
Women/Minority Farmer 100% Women or Minority led Varies
Flavor/Taste/Aroma Farm Fresh Stale Varies
100% Natural
Non-GMO
Lab Tested.
No Pesticides or Contaminants. Ever.
Varies
Direct Sourcing
Farm to your Home

Full Transparency
Layers of Middlemen
Personal connection with farmers Long term relationship with source farms and their families Sometimes
Fair price for produce Beyond Fair Trade Give back to small holder farmer communities and conservation funds Varies

Our Farmers 🌱

  • Marbah Warjri - Himalayan Green Tea Farmer

    Tea Farmer

    My name is Marbah Warjri and I am from Meghalaya, India the owner of the Denmar Teas. Our tea garden is in the foothills of the Eastern Himalayas and our tea grows alongside exceptional bay leaf, pineapple and gooseberry trees which influence the natural flowery, fruity taste of our teas.

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  • Shan Shen - Tea Farmer

    Tea Farmer

    At our tea garden, we are passionate about crafting exceptional oolong teas, grown and processed in our Da'an area, Nantou County. Over the years, we’ve focused on traditional farming methods while embracing innovative techniques.

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  • Saffron Farmer Avi Koul

    Pampore Saffron

    Avinash Koul, a saffron farmer from Kashmir, upholds his family's three-generation tradition with sustainable practices. He hand-harvests saffron each autumn, and aims to expand his farm while honoring his heritage.

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