Wandering Leaf Co

Open a pouch from Wandering Leaf Co. and the first thing you notice is the aroma: cardamom, cinnamon, orange peel, rose petals and warming spices. Based in South Surrey, British Columbia, Alisha Bourassa hand-blends small-batch loose-leaf teas inspired by flavours, traditions and places around the world. Her philosophy is simple: tea for the curious.

A South Surrey Tea Company Rooted in Family Tradition

Tea was never just a drink in the home Alisha grew up in. With family roots stretching from India to Uganda, she was born in Canada and remembers drinking tea from a little saucer before she could hold a cup. During Uganda’s British colonial era, everyday milk tea was a familiar part of family life, while masala chai, with its warming spices, was a special treat. Whenever guests arrived, the kettle went on. Tea meant comfort, connection and company.

That tradition became the inspiration for Wandering Leaf Co. Alisha began experimenting with her own masala chai blends, and when friends kept asking for more, a hobby grew into a small business built around her love of tea and discovery.

Loose-Leaf Tea Blends Inspired by Places Around the World

Each blend has its own personality and inspiration. Bombay After Dark, Alisha’s first blend, brings together bold masala chai spices with bright orange peel. Vanilla Twilight offers a softer, smoother take on chai, while Arabian Sunset combines rose, cardamom and warming spices.

For something naturally caffeine-free, Isla Canela blends rooibos with coconut, vanilla and cinnamon, inspired by the flavours of Puerto Rican coquito. Sakura Glow is a delicate white tea created with cold brewing in mind, while Green Dragon Mist offers a fresh, bright green tea experience.

Alisha is careful to distinguish inspiration from tradition. Rather than claiming to recreate the traditional teas of each culture, she puts her own creative twist on flavours and influences that have captured her imagination. The result is a thoughtfully curated collection of distinctive teas, with seasonal creations adding something new throughout the year.

Artisan Tea Sugars Made to Match

Alongside her loose-leaf teas, Alisha creates small-batch artisan sugars designed to complement a cup of tea. Flavours include Chai Spice, Cardamom Rose, Lavender Lemon and Candy Cane Sugar for the holiday season.

Stir one into your favourite tea or sprinkle it over a latte for an extra layer of flavour. Pairing a tea with a matching sugar is also a lovely way to explore the collection and discover new favourites.

Crafted With Care, Shared With Love

Customer reviews highlight the individuality of the blends and the care behind every pouch. One customer particularly enjoyed discovering how different three teas tasted over three days, while another praised Sakura Glow for its light, gently sweet and refreshing character as an overnight cold brew.

One of Alisha’s favourite reactions came from a market customer who described Isla Canela as feeling like a warm hug. It’s the kind of response that captures what she hopes to create: not just a delicious cup of tea, but a moment of comfort and enjoyment.

The personal connection matters, too. Alisha loves meeting customers, sharing the stories behind her blends and hearing what people think.

Discover Wandering Leaf Co. at Local Markets

Farmers markets give Alisha the chance to introduce her teas in person. Visitors can sample different blends, explore the flavours and find something that suits their tastes before choosing a pouch or tin to take home.

You may have seen Wandering Leaf Co. at White Rock Market or Cloverdale Market Days, with additional seasonal markets bringing the collection to new customers. For Alisha, these conversations are an important part of the creative process, helping her learn what customers love and what they’d like to try next.

Thoughtful Tea, Beautifully Packaged

From ingredient selection to the finishing touches on every label, Alisha pays attention to the details. Wandering Leaf Co. offers loose-leaf teas in thoughtfully packaged pouches and tins that look just as lovely as gifts as they do on your own kitchen shelf.

Whether you’re looking for a birthday present, a thoughtful thank-you or a holiday gift for a tea lover, the collection offers something beyond the everyday cup. Orders ship across Canada, with free shipping on orders over $75, and the collection is also available through Etsy.

Start Your Tea Journey

Whether you love bold spices, creamy chai, delicate floral notes or fresh green tea, there’s a blend waiting to be discovered.

Explore the collection, find your next favourite cup and discover why Alisha believes tea is about more than what’s in your mug.

Visit Wandering Leaf Co. to explore the loose-leaf teas and artisan sugars, or meet Alisha at a local market and sample the blends in person.

Wandering Leaf Co. — Tea for the curious.