FAQ
FAQ: FREQUENTLY ARGUED (ABOUT) QUESTIONS
Got questions? Concerns? Mildly intrigued or slightly outraged? Good, means we're doing something interesting. Here are answers to things people seem to be wondering/arguing about.
THE TEA ITSELF (AKA THE ONLY THING WE'RE ACTUALLY 100% SERIOUS ABOUT)
Q: Forget the dynamite packaging – is this tea actually any good?
A: Yes. Deadly serious. Unlike that grey office sludge, this is premium, ethically sourced stuff we genuinely obsess over. The quality is the solid foundation beneath all the marketing explosions. The proof's in the brew.
Q: Is it good for you? Or just pretending to be tough?
A: Look, good quality tea is naturally good for you – antioxidants, smoother energy, etc. Blends like 'Yippee Chai-yay' use ingredients like turmeric known for legit benefits. We just skip the breathless 'wellness guru' jargon because, frankly, it's boring. It tastes phenomenal and it won't actively harm you (unlike maybe bad life choices, which we don't cover).
Q: How much caffeine am I dealing with here? Will I start vibrating?
A: Depends on your chosen weapon:
Morning Napalm: Packs a proper punch (around 27-35mg caffeine/cup). Designed to make you functional, fast.
Macho Matcha: Smooth, focused green tea/Matcha energy. Sustained power, no crash.
Yippee Chai-Yay MF: Zero caffeine. Pure plant-based intensity.
Q: Organic? Ethical? Do you guys even care?
A: Yes – premium and ethical sourcing is our baseline standard. Honestly, in 2025, it should be everyone's. We just don't plaster it everywhere like it's some revolutionary act. It's just the right way to make damn good tea. We're disruptive, not villains.
THE BRAND & THE JOKE (AKA WHAT'S YOUR DAMAGE?)
Q: Okay, WHY the aggressive/macho/explosive branding? What's the actual point?
A: Honestly? Because most tea marketing is aggressively polite and frankly, boring as hell, often stuck in a rut of quiet, stuffy, predictable clichés. We wanted to create something with energy, attitude, and a sense of humour that actually stands out. The 'macho'/explosive theme is our way of being loud, unapologetically different, and having some ironic fun with familiar cultural tropes. The point is memorable branding for seriously good tea that doesn't put you to sleep before you've even brewed it.
Q: Isn't this promoting toxic masculinity / being offensive / just cheap humour?
A: Definitely not promoting actual toxicity – that's never the goal. We use provocative humour and over-the-top themes playfully and satirically to poke fun at stereotypes and boring norms. Taste in humour is subjective, for sure! If it reads as 'cheap' or 'offensive' to some, fair enough, but the intent is irreverent fun aimed at challenging dull norms, not hatefulness. We find blandness far more offensive.
Q: So, is TNTEA really just for men?
A: While the vibe and our kick against overly delicate tea marketing might resonate strongly with blokes who felt ignored by the sea of floral teacups, the tea itself is for absolutely anyone who appreciates top-quality flavour and a brand with actual personality and a sense of humour. It’s about attitude and taste, not chromosomes. Plenty of women with sharp taste (and a good sense of humour) are big fans and get exactly what we're doing.
Q: Are you guys serious about anything at all?
A: The quality of the tea. 100%. That's where the joking stops. Everything else – marketing clichés, stuffy traditions, maybe even ourselves occasionally – is fair game for a bit of fun.
ORDERING & SHIPPING
Q: Shipping Times? I need my fix!
A: Now we've officially launched in the UK. Pre orders ships before Father's day (15th of June). Estimated delivery date in Norway: 20th of May.
Q: Do you ship outside Norway / the UK? International domination soon?
A: One invasion at a time! Focusing on Norway & UK for now. World domination is on the whiteboard, probably under 'phase 3: acquire laser'. Sign up for the newsletter – you'll get the intel first when we expand the blast radius.
Q: My package looks like it lost a fight. What now?
A: Crikey! Apologies. Email us pronto at shop@tntea.no with your order number and ideally a photo of the carnage. We'll deploy a replacement faster than you can say "logistics nightmare."
BREWING & STORAGE
Q: How do I brew TNTEA properly? Give it to me straight.
A: Bag in mug. Water just off the boil (95-100°C). Let it steep (patience!) for 3-5 mins depending on the blend – details on pack. Yes, waiting is part of it. No, microwaving the water with the bag in isn't clever, it's a crime against tea leaves.
Q: Milk? Sugar? Lemon? Can I?
A: Your cuppa, your call. Our blends stand tall on their own, but if you want to customise, go for it. We might silently judge certain combinations, but we'll never tell. (Okay, maybe we just did).
Q: How should I store this tactical tea?
A: Keep it sealed tight in a cool, dry place. Away from direct sun, strong smells (like gym socks or despair), and anyone likely to nick your supply. Use within about 3 months of opening for maximum flavour impact. Airtight container = good. Ammo box = probably also airtight? Your call.
Q: Reusing tea bags? Don't lie.
A: Look, just don't. It's sad. Like watching action movie reruns on 0.5x speed. Our pyramids deliver their payload on the first go. Respect the mission.
FUTURE STUFF (SUBSCRIPTIONS, SAMPLES, ETC.)
Q: Subscriptions? Need a regular ammo resupply.
A: On the roadmap! Demand's been explosive. We're finalising our 'Regular Ordinance Drop' subscription plan. Newsletter subscribers get first dibs and likely a launch discount. Sign up so you don't miss the drop!
Q: Can I try before I buy (samples)? Feeling cautious.
A: No free single samples currently – costs a bomb, frankly. Best bet is our Starter Bundle. It lets you sample the main arsenal (our three core blends) at a better price so you can figure out your favourite flavour of disruption.
ECO & ETHICS
Q: Are your tea bags eco-friendly or just contributing to the general mess?
A: Legit biodegradable pyramids made from Soilon (derived from cornstarch, mostly). We do actually care about not trashing the planet while we disrupt tea norms. We just don't shout about it constantly because doing the basics shouldn't require a medal – it should be standard practice.