Harney & Sons
ActiveOverview
Harney & Sons is a family-owned tea company founded in 1983 that sources, blends, and packages over 300 tea varieties from around the world. Headquartered in Millerton, New York, it sells through online channels, luxury shops, coffee shops, and retailers globally, with best-sellers including Chamomile, Earl Grey, Hot Cinnamon Spice, Organic Peppermint, and Pomegranate Oolong. The business emphasizes in-house production and tea education via customer service, guides, and tasting shops.123
History
Harney & Sons was founded in 1983 by John Harney in Salisbury, Connecticut, starting production in his basement with six signature tea blends inspired by his mentor Stanley Mason. The company relocated its headquarters to Millerton, New York, expanding to 90,000 square feet of warehouse space and a bottling plant in Hudson, New York. John involved his sons Mike and Paul, and today three generations manage the family-owned operation, growing to over 300 teas while sourcing ingredients worldwide.124
Product Lines
| Product Line | Positioning | Price Range |
|---|---|---|
| Signature Blends | Classic flavored teas | $10 - $30 |
| Organic Teas | Certified organic varieties | $12 - $35 |
| Fine Teas | Premium loose leaf blacks and greens | $15 - $40 |
| Herbal Teas | Caffeine-free infusions | $10 - $30 |
| Iced Tea Bottles | Ready-to-drink options | $3 - $6 |
| Tea Sachets | Convenient silk pouches | $8 - $25 |
Manufacturing
Harney & Sons sources teas globally, blends, and packages products in-house at facilities in Millerton and Hudson, New York. The company handles production from start to finish, including a new bottling plant.12
Notable Products
- Hot Cinnamon Spice - Popular spiced black tea blend.
- Earl Grey - Classic bergamot-flavored black tea.
- Chamomile - Calming herbal infusion.
- Organic Peppermint - Certified organic mint tea.
- Pomegranate Oolong - Fruity oolong tea variant.
Reputation
Harney & Sons is regarded by tea enthusiasts for its wide selection of quality blends, in-house sourcing and production, and family heritage spanning three generations. Professionals note its global retail presence and educational efforts on tea history and tasting. Some praise the consistency and variety, though specific criticisms are not widely documented in available sources.123