What the Tea Tote Is Designed For
The Tea Tote is a small carry bag designed in-house by DAVIDsTEA for people who want to bring their tea setup along. It's not a full tea chest or a bulky cooler — it's a compact organizer that keeps your essentials together when you're heading out the door.
The catalog describes it as a "small but mighty masterpiece" with room for a tumbler or travel mug, loose tea or sachets, a Perfect Spoon, and even a key leash. The goal is to reduce the scramble of packing separate items every time you want tea away from home.
Tea Tote Features at a Glance
- The Tea Tote: Two side compartments that secure your tumbler or travel mug. These compartments keep your hot or cold drink upright and accessible, so you don't have to dig through a bag to find your cup.
The Tea Tote - The Tea Tote: Two interior pockets that stow away your loose tea, sachets, and Perfect Spoon. Separate pockets prevent tea leaves from spilling into other compartments and keep your spoon clean and ready.
- The Tea Tote: A key leash to prevent panic when you can't find your keys. Attaching keys to the tote means you always know where they are — useful when you're juggling multiple items.
How to Pack the Tea Tote for a Day Out
Start by choosing a tumbler or travel mug that fits the side compartments. The Tea Tote is designed to secure a standard-sized mug, so check that your favorite cup isn't too wide. Place it in one side compartment, leaving the other side free for a second drink or a water bottle if needed.
Use the interior pockets to separate your loose tea or sachets from the Perfect Spoon. This keeps dry tea away from moisture and prevents the spoon from scratching other items. If you're carrying multiple tea varieties, each pocket can hold a different blend.
Clip your keys to the leash inside the tote. That way, you won't have to rummage around when you arrive at your destination. The tote's compact size makes it easy to grab and go, whether you're heading to work, a picnic, or a friend's house.
Keeping the Tea Tote Clean and Ready
The catalog does not specify fabric or cleaning instructions, so treat the tote as you would any structured bag. Shake out loose tea leaves after each use, and spot-clean with a damp cloth if needed. Avoid machine washing unless the bag's material clearly permits it.
Store the tote with the compartments empty to maintain its shape. If you leave tea or sachets inside for long periods, keep them in sealed pouches to prevent aroma transfer.
What the Tea Tote Won't Do
The Tea Tote is designed for daily carry, not for airline travel or large gatherings. It holds a few essentials — a tumbler, some tea, a spoon, and keys — but won't accommodate a full tea set or multiple large containers. If you need to transport a whole tea service, look for a larger bag or basket.
Also, the tote does not provide insulation for your tumbler. The side compartments secure the mug but don't keep your drink hot or cold. For temperature retention, rely on the tumbler itself.
