Nestled in the heart of downtown at 49 John Street, Oliver Pluff’s Tea Shop is your new destination for rare teas, timeless blends, and elegant gifts.
From colonial-inspired loose leaf teas to curated sets perfect for gifting, every item in our shop tells a story steeped in tradition.
While we won’t be serving tea by the cup, we offer tea classes & tastings along with seasonal samplings that will give you a chance to sip, discover, and explore new favorites with us.
Led by Manager Cara DiGiuseppe, our team is excited to help you find the perfect blend for any moment.
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Oliver Pluff's Tea Shop
Address:
49 John Street, Charleston, SC 29403
Phone: (843) 818-4519
Hours of Operation
Monday: Closed
Tuesday–Saturday: 10AM – 6PM
Sunday: 11AM – 5PM
Class Schedule
SEPTEMBER 10th - SOLD OUT
SEPTEMBER 14th - SOLD OUT
SEPTEMBER 21st | 12:00 PM | $50 PER GUEST | TEA 4 WAYS
This 30–45 minute session explores four refreshing techniques for summer steeping—traditional iced tea, sun tea, cold brew, and hot-to-iced. Taste each method side by side, learn tips for perfecting your own pitcher at home, and enjoy a relaxed morning in good company.
OCTOBER 12th | 12:00 PM | $50 PER GUEST | TEA 4 WAYS
This 30–45 minute session explores four refreshing techniques for summer steeping—traditional iced tea, sun tea, cold brew, and hot-to-iced. Taste each method side by side, learn tips for perfecting your own pitcher at home, and enjoy a relaxed morning in good company.
OCTOBER 19th | 12:00 PM | $50 PER GUEST | PERFECT CUP OF TEA
Step into the world of tea with a hands-on lesson in history, flavor, and craft. In this interactive class, you’ll explore how the region where tea is grown shapes its unique characteristics. Taste the three distinctive teas that make up our English Breakfast blend, learn how to brew the perfect cup using loose leaves, then blend them together and enjoy a freshly made cuppa.
OCTOBER 29th | 10:15 AM | $50 PER GUEST | HISTORY OF TEA
Journey through the storied past of tea and its place in early America. In this engaging class, you’ll learn how tea traveled across oceans to the colonies, shaped social life, and played a pivotal role in the American Revolution. Explore early brewing methods while tasting the most popular tea in early America, along with Martha Washington’s favorite blend and others enjoyed during the era.
*Free gift included with any class purchase
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