Great Lakes Tea & Spice

Specialty Shops & Antiques · Traverse City, MI

Great Lakes Tea & Spice has been a hidden gem on the Leelanau Peninsula for over two decades, tucked away in a converted farmhouse that locals stumbled upon by word of mouth. Owner Sarah Mitchell started blending her own teas after hiking Michigan's trails left her craving something more interesting than basic tea bags. Her shop now stocks over 200 loose-leaf teas and exotic spices sourced globally, plus her signature Northern Michigan blends featuring local maple and cherry. Hikers fuel up here before hitting nearby trails, and the cozy tasting room has become an unexpected community gathering spot.