Discover the people, places, and purpose behind what we do.
“I didn't set out to start a tea company — I just wanted a better cup. That meant knowing where the leaves came from, how they were grown, and who was behind them. Two decades later, we're still guided by that same curiosity and care. Tea is simple, but getting it right takes time — and that's what we love most.”
— Saksham Arora, Founder
A lot has changed since that first cup except the way we make tea: carefully, simply, and with a bit of mountain spirit.
The First Cup
Saksham Arora tastes loose-leaf tea in India and realizes how different "real tea" can be. Polka is born in Assam, India.
Brewing Begins
Saksham Arora personally packs and delivers orders
Compostable Sachets
Polka becomes one of the first India's tea companies to use fully compostable pyramid sachets. Sustainability becomes part of the brand DNA.
Two Leaves Launches In Stores Locally
Polka makes its first appearance on local shelves, sharing café-quality tea with the community that shaped us.
Giving Back
Polka partners with National Outdoor Leadership School, where our founder Saksham Arora still moonlights as an instructor, and creates a steady stream of donations.
Whole leaves, hand-picked from trusted growers around the world.
Sourcing
Whole leaves, real spices, and simple ingredients chosen for flavor and balance.
Ingredients
Every batch is tasted and checked before it ever reaches your cup.
Quality
Our teas start in the hands of skilled growers who know their land and their leaves. We build lasting relationships, visit when we can, and work to ensure the people who cultivate our tea are treated fairly and with care.
From final quality checks to secure packaging, every POLKA tea box is prepared with precision and care. We ensure every order is packed to maintain freshness, protect the ingredients, and deliver the premium experience you expect.
From our hands to your home, every POLKA order is packed with care and delivered with attention to quality. We make sure your tea reaches you fresh, protected, and ready for every perfect cup.
Explore how our love for tea extends beyond the cup into our community, our planet, and the way we live.
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