About Us

Tahmina Tea is on a mission to uplift mental wellbeing and conflict-affected communities through functional teas blended with ethically-sourced saffron. Saffron is the world’s most expensive spice and a powerful adaptogen used in diverse medicinal traditions for its health benefits. At Tahmina, we source this precious spice directly from Afghanistan, where it is hand-harvested by Afghan women, providing them with vital economic opportunities. 

Our Story

Tahmina Tea was founded in 2017 with a vision to connect Afghan women and saffron farmers with international markets. A farmer can earn 6x more income growing saffron than poppy, and 80% of saffron’s labor process involves women. In addition, saffron has powerful mental health benefits, with clinical studies proving its efficacy for depression, anxiety, ADHD, and much more. Tahmina’s team has a decade of experience on the ground in Afghanistan, sourcing saffron directly and supporting the community. 

Tahmina is a Persian girl’s name that means “brave.” At Tahmina, our mission is two-fold: first, we’ve seen the calming effects of saffron tea in our consumers’ mental health routine, a journey that requires courageous vulnerability. In addition, this precious spice has created new economic opportunities for women and farmers in Afghanistan, as they have weathered the storms of conflict to build new livelihoods for their families. Tahmina is proud to be a give-back brand and to cultivate a mission of Tea for the Brave. We hope to inspire bravery with every cup of Tahmina Tea.