Rise Yaupon — Restaurant in Edgewater

We first learned about Yaupon tea at a local art show when we tried samples of Rise Yaupon strawberry glow tea. I wanted to learn more about this tea, and asked if they welcome tours at their factory. Being that we are a homeschool family, I reached out to our homeschool groups and got a group together. They did a phenomenal job with the tour! They walked us through the process they go through from first identifying a Yaupon Holly Tree, how to harvest it, how they sanatizing the leaves and sort through them by hand, then finally they carefully weigh and packaging them. We were so impressed, and enjoy the fact that this tea never gets bitter and needs no pesticides, because it has a natural defense, and is a native plant. We are looking forward to watching this company grow, and grateful for there dedication to bringing the incredible Yaupon tea to...

I had the pleasure of meeting the CEO Shelly, who led the very informative tour of her factory and told the story about the yaupon holly and the process for making tea. We also toured the Dutch Oven Bread Co. At the end of the tour, we were offered samples of tea and a freshly baked scone from this special event. The staff was friendly. I brought the strawberry zen tea and a few of the baked sour dough goods and desserts. My family is loving it all. We...

One of my favorite places to patron in Edgewater! You feel loved and noticed as soon as you walk thru the door. They will let you sample the different varieties and they are all really good! Tastes good and feels good knowing Yaupen is healthy and sustainably grown and the owner has heart for lifting up others by supporting various needs and causes in the community!! Good for mind, body and spirit! Add them to your must...