The Republic of Tea Earns Editor’s Choice Recognition at the 2026 NEXTY Awards
The Republic of Tea Earns Editor’s Choice Recognition at the
2026 NEXTY Awards
Regenerative Organic Certified® Assam Black Tea honored at Natural Products Expo West for advancing regenerative agriculture and responsible tea production
LARKSPUR, CALIF. (March 12, 2026) – The Republic of Tea, leading purveyor of premium teas and herbs, has been honored with an Editor’s Choice Award at the 2026 NEXTY Awards, presented by New Hope Network at Natural Products Expo West, the natural products industry’s premier trade event. The recognition celebrates the brand’s Regenerative Organic Certified® Assam Black Tea, a bold and sustainably produced tea that reflects The Republic of Tea’s longstanding commitment to environmental stewardship and responsible sourcing.
Selected from nearly 1,000 product entries across 37 categories, the NEXTY Awards spotlight innovative natural products shaping the future of the industry. In addition to category winners, the judging panel selected three Editor’s Choice recipients —including The Republic of Tea—for exceptional mission-driven leadership and product excellence.
“We are incredibly honored to receive this Editor’s Choice recognition from the NEXTY Awards,” said Kristina Tucker, Minister of Enlightenment and Commerce at The Republic of Tea. “Our Regenerative Organic Certified® Assam Black Tea reflects our deep belief that great tea should not only taste exceptional, but also support the wellbeing of the land and the communities who cultivate it. This recognition reinforces the importance of advancing regenerative practices throughout the tea industry.”
The Regenerative Organic Certified® Assam Black Tea combines robust flavor with farming practices designed to restore soil health and strengthen agricultural ecosystems. The Republic of Tea’s Regenerative Organic Certified® Teas, which debuted last year, support soil vitality, ecological balance, and equitable treatment of farmworkers.
“The NEXTY Awards rely on a rigorous, two-tier judging process during which industry experts come together to evaluate each and every product based on its innovation, inspiration and integrity,” says Adrienne Smith, program director for the NEXTY Awards. “Selecting the 164 finalists and 40 winners out of nearly 1,000 nominees in 37 categories can be an extremely daunting task, but we are honored to have the opportunity to highlight brands that are driving the natural products industry towards a healthy future for people and planet.”
The Republic of Tea’s Regenerative Organic Certified® Assam Black Tea is available at www.RepublicofTea.com and at natural and specialty retailers nationwide.
About The Republic of Tea:
The Republic of Tea enriches people’s lives through its great-tasting premium teas and herbs, education and innovation, as it emphasizes a “Sip by Sip Rather Than Gulp by Gulp” lifestyle. Founded in 1992, The Republic of Tea sparked a specialty tea revolution. Today, the brand offers a selection of nearly 400 all-natural premium teas and diverse offerings at an incredible value, which include, but are not limited to: Beautifying Botanicals®, organic SuperHerb® Teas, Be Well® Teas, Bridgerton Teas, organic Single Sips® and Tablespoon Concentrates.
As a part of its steadfast commitment to sustainability and social responsibility,
The Republic of Tea proudly aligns with organizations such Climate Collaborative, the American Herbal Products Association, and the Ethical Tea Partnership and its Women of Tea programs. The company also actively supports community-focused organizations including the Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation and Whole Foods Market Foundation.
The Republic of Tea holds multiple certifications, including Gluten-Free certification, Regenerative Organic certification, OU Kosher certification, and USDA Organic certification.
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Press Contacts: Nicole Lax, Siena Di Roma and Sophia D’Amico at 415.325.5519, pr@republicoftea.com.
