TEAS, BEES AND VINTAGE THINGS

It's the little things.

Finding that coffee mug with the perfect handle, handmade woodwork, a delicious cup of tea, a gorgeous dresser that has seen decades, cherished decor that makes your home feel warm & cozy, loved, and lived in. All of these little things, you'll find here. But let's be real, it's actually you. You make your house a home. We are just here to help you on your journey to cultivate a beautiful life, as we do the same thing!

Welcome to Wildwood. We are a very small family business in Caldwell, Tx, producing tea and bee products, while giving new life to vintage goods. We believe in supporting our local economy, reducing waste, and operating as sustainably and responsibly as possible.

a shelf filled with pots and pans on top of a wall

Ilex Vomitoria, commonly known as Yaupon, (yō-pon), Holly is popular small tree or shrub that few realize makes a wonderful tea with a deep-rooted history in North America, but its popularity is on the rise. Cultivated and harvested by hand on our land in Caldwell, TX, Yaupon is the only caffeinated plant that is native to North America, used for centuries by indigenous peoples and early settlers. Yaupon is coming back into the light as a sustainable and delicious option for making hot and iced tea right in our own backyard. Quite literally, Yaupon grows wild from Virginia to Florida and along the Gulf of Mexico, through Texas and could be in your own yard right now as it's often used as a planted shrub that grows fairly effortlessly.

Yaupon has many benefits over traditional tea and coffee including:

Virtually tannin free for a bitter free taste and can't be over-steeped. You can simply add more water to your cup up to 3 times to extract all of the flavor, with the majority of the caffeine in the first cup.
30% less caffeine than coffee for less jitters and a more balanced boost of energy.
Highly sustainable due to being native, requiring little water, and no pesticides or chemicals.
Has a significantly lower environmental impact and can be responsibly harvested using methods that benefit biodiversity.
Requires no deforestation.
Locally sourced for a small carbon footprint.
Oxalate free for those with kidney issues or sensitivities
Wild. Natural. All-American.

It's good for you!

Yaupon tea is packed with antioxidants that support overall wellness. Rich in polyphenols, it may help fight oxidative stress and support heart and immune health, while also being gentle on the stomach. Clean, sustainable, and deeply rooted in tradition, yaupon tea offers a refreshing way to feel focused, nourished, and naturally energized.

Continue reading about Yaupon on our site

Discover more about Yaupon tea from Legacy Wilderness Academy HERE.