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Piper & Leaf

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Piper & Leaf; not a documentary photograph
IndependentNamed roasting partner: Walling Mtn. CoffeeSourcing: Limited public info
TagsPiper & LeafAlabama coffee roastersColombiaPeruIndependent
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Piper & Leaf is a family-run craft beverage company based in Alabama that specializes in hand-blended teas using locally foraged and farmed ingredients. While primarily a tea company, they maintain a curated coffee program featuring roasts provided by Walling Mtn. Coffee. The brand operates several tea shops in the Huntsville area and distributes its products nationally through wholesale and online channels.

Ownership
Piper & Leaf is an independent, family-owned and operated business founded by Caleb and Brigette Christopher along with Connor Knapp.
Founded
2013
Roasting
Named roasting partner: Walling Mtn. Coffee. Other roasting arrangements are unverified.
What it's known for
The brand is primarily known for its artisan, hand-blended teas featuring locally sourced fruits and herbs from the Southern Appalachian region. They are also recognized for their community-focused approach and presence at farmers markets and local tea shops.
Sourcing countries
Colombia · Peru
Farm-level sourcing
While the brand is highly transparent about sourcing local ingredients for their tea blends from small farms in North Alabama, their coffee sourcing is less detailed. They offer a signature roast and a Colombian/Peruvian blend, but do not provide specific farm or producer names for these coffee offerings.
Notable coffees
  • — Heritage Roast
  • — Campfire Roast
  • — Shockingly Tasty Decaf
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Piper & Leaf, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-08-27 · WHNT
Piper and Leaf Tea named best tea subscription in the country

Piper & Leaf Tea Co. was awarded the #1 spot in the 'Best Tea Subscription' category in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards. The Huntsville-based company, which sources ingredients from local farmers, competed against national corporate brands to secure the top ranking.

2026-07-22 · Huntsville Business Journal
Piper & Leaf Up For National Award; Public Voting Open

Piper & Leaf was nominated as a finalist for the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards for Best Tea Subscription. The nomination highlighted the company's commitment to sourcing ingredients from North Alabama farmers and its ongoing support for local foster care and adoption initiatives.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-28. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. I could not verify the specific farm or washing station details for the coffee beans sourced from Colombia and Peru, as the brand focuses its transparency efforts on its local tea ingredients.

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