Our Story

Zaica is a tea and spice company based in Ann Arbor, Michigan that was founded in 2020 as a local family-owned business because of our founder’s passion for great food and great relationships. Zaica was created as there was a need for a sustainable tea and spice company that supports good causes and other small businesses and farmers. Zaica’s tea sourcing comes from farms that enhance soil health by using self-sustaining resources to employ regenerative and organic farming practices, using no harmful chemicals, and preserving the integrity of the land. Embracing these methods ensures the long-term viability of our products.

Planting seeds, cultivating relationships, and harvesting dreams.

By sourcing directly from tribal, subsistence, and women farmers, we actively support marginalized communities. Our partnerships enable these farmers to improve their livelihoods and gain economic stability. Zaica has made a conscious choice to not use any single-use fossil-fuel plastics in any of our packaging as it is compostable, recyclable, or reusable. Zaica will strive to reach consumers who care about high-quality and holistic food through local stores, farmer's markets, and online sales. Through various retail, affiliate, and personalized programs we offer premium loose-leaf teas, whole spices, exotic baked goods, and unique blends to the individual and local stores.

What are we Passionate About?

Vision:

To grow a community of consumers who can enjoy pure & natural teas and spices to enhance their quality of life. We will continue building a flourishing network of farmer partners and be the bridge towards a holistic and ethical cycle of sustainable living.

Mission:

Zaica improves people’s quality of life by providing heirloom products of extraordinary flavor and quality grown using traditional regenerative farming practices that promote health, and support marginalized communities.

Purpose:

To bring the experience of tradition and culture through the taste of finer teas and spices harvested by small farms throughout the world directly to consumers.