OUR MISSION
Honor the rich history of tea.
Oliver Pluff is an all-American company preserving the tradition of time-honored teas and early American coffee blends. The tradition of tea and coffee spans American history in its entirety. Our teas and coffees honor this history through flavors, ingredients, and more.
OUR PROMISE
Sip a Cup of History
A cup of Oliver Pluff tea or coffee is a toast to superior quality of ingredients, and a tribute to the American story. We would love to share a cup of history with you!
Owner and Tea Blender
Darren Hartford
Darren was born and raised in Smithfield, Maine. Darren spent over 28 years in the Air Force where he had the opportunity to travel the world and experience many different tea and coffee cultures. He and his family settled in Charleston and he is enjoying sharing the story of Early American Beverages!
darren@oliverpluff.com
Our Team
Sales Manager
Carol Rice
carol@oliverpluff.com
General Manager
Victoria Latham
vic@oliverpluff.com
E-Commerce Manager
Cara DiGiuseppe
cara@oliverpluff.com
Assistant Warehouse Manager
Victoria Velez
Food Safety and Inventory Specialist
Victoria Jenkins
Graphic Designer
Brandon Frye
Bookkeeper
Mary Hanckel
sales Representative
Michelle Strager
The Warehouse and Production Team
Press
Featured Press
“When our editors want to whip up a pitcher that pleases, we brew this bold [...] blend slowly in front of a sun-filled window.”
— Southern Living Food Awards: Best Southern Made Products, May 2017
“…the amazing scent that will fill your home is an added bonus. Keep a few extra tins on hand for hostess gifts.”
— Craft Magazine, Winter 2016
“Recently, I’ve heard about the Charleston-based company, Oliver Pluff & Co. who specializes in cold brew tea. I’m hooked.”
— Lavin Label, March 2017
“[Bohea] is a smooth, full-bodied infusion with a slight smokiness. It's perhaps the perfect gateway tea for a devoted coffee drinker.”
— Post and Courier, May 2015
"She'll thank you on that cold winter’s night when she’s sipping wine mixed with sugar, spice, and everything nice.”
— Southern Living, December 2015
“The perfect cozy crowd-pleaser.”
— Country Living, October 2015
New Press
— 2017 Charleston Gift Guide, Charleston CVB, November 2017
"The blackberry leaves and flavoring used in this easy-to-steep black tea blend impart a marvelous fruitiness."
— Tea Time Magazine, May/June 2017
— 12 Gifts With Amazing Backstories, Thrillist, December 2016
Additional Press
5 Floral Food Finds, Real Simple
20 Winter Necessities That Are Crazy Cozy, Marie Claire
Local Charleston Wedding Favors, Coastal Bride
Easter Baskets for Grown-Ups, Garden & Gun
15 things that will make your home instantly warm and cozy, Today.com
Looking Good in Green: Entertaining for the Masters, The Southern Coterie
For the Hostess, Family Circle
14 Last Minute Southern Foodie Gifts They’ll Love, Style Blueprint
Valentine Gift Guide, Charleston Magazine
Stock Up: Three ginger-infused products to knock back winter, Atlanta Journal and Constitution
The Perfect Charlestonly Gifts for Everyone on Your List, Charleston Area Visitor’s Bureau
GSN Review: Oliver Pluff & Company Toddies, Teas and Wassail, Good Spirits News
Shell Stocked, Swoon Society
Gadgety Gifts and Glassware for Everyone’s Inner Bartender, The Alcohol Professor
The 27 best holiday gifts for your friends who love ‘Fixer Upper’, Today.com
