The Spice & Tea Exchange of Newport

Got some very yummy teas here. The older lady gave me tips on how to brew the specific ones I bought. Very fragrant and pleasant aroma ❤️

The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. The space itself smells amazing and the quality is fantastic. So many choices! I always find something new and exciting.

One of the many shops on Thames St, this one is probably my favorite. While it is relatively small, there’s a wide variety of spices, custom mixes, and teas available to peruse here. They have large glass display jars for each that you can pick up and smell, and then choose from a small packet or a larger shaker of whatever you choose. While the prices are a bit on the higher side, the employees were very friendly and passionate about the store, and happy to talk through any questions I had. Would highly recommend stopping by if you’re visiting the area!

Product wise, I love going to The Spice & Tea Exchange - my favorite tea is their Mint Chilla Chai-Nilla, I refill it whenever I'm in an area that has it - Portsmouth, Portland, Mystic, and now twice in Newport.

I hadn't been able to travel refill my stock and have been out of my leaves for awhile so when I took a trip to Newport yesterday, it was a priority for me. The shelf has 2oz bags, I knew I wanted something bigger. I went over to the measuring counter where two women were working diligently, I stood there patiently until another staff member stopped to tell me the register was elsewhere, I said I was actually trying to get a bigger bag than on the shelf..never been an issue before.

Lynn was measuring out and with a snarky tone and cadence said "what do you want?!" I replied I'm not sure on the sizes she quickly and aggressively stated "we have 1 2 3 4..10", I was hoping for some kind of reference but she was clearly too inconvenienced and blatantly rude to truly help. I was so taken back and anxious by the nature of her attitude that I said 4 and immediately left, I typically spend time looking around and buy tons of their products. My group, including a child, felt so uncomfortable I doubt they'll ever go back in..I'll default to a different location going forward.

Product wise, I love going to The Spice & Tea Exchange - my favorite tea is their Mint Chilla Chai-Nilla, I refill it whenever I'm in an area that has it - Portsmouth, Portland, Mystic, and now twice in Newport. I hadn't been able to travel refill my stock and have been out of my leaves for awhile so when I took a trip to Newport yesterday, it was a priority for me. The shelf has 2oz bags, I knew I wanted something bigger. I went over to the measuring counter where two women were working diligently, I stood there patiently until another staff member stopped to tell me the register was elsewhere, I said I was actually trying to get a bigger bag than on the shelf..never been an issue before. Lynn was measuring out and with a snarky tone and cadence said "what do you want?!" I replied I'm not sure on the sizes she quickly and aggressively stated "we have 1 2 3 4..10", I was hoping for some kind of reference but she was clearly too inconvenienced and blatantly rude to truly help. I was so taken back and anxious by the nature of her attitude that I said 4 and immediately left, I typically spend time looking around and buy tons of their products. My group, including a child, felt so uncomfortable I doubt they'll ever go back in..I'll default to a different location going forward.

Everyone here was absolutely lovely! We visited the other day out of curiosity, and left with five small bags of different spices and herbs! I also got a small bag of catnip for my friend's cat, along with a small bag of wild blueberry sugar, which I just tried this morning and it was absolutely perfect! Highly recommend going here if you want to find some amazing new spice blends or even find some unique sugars!

would give six stars if I could; the only complaint is that their store isn’t big enough! i’ve been shopping here for years & I frequently see new spices, salts, teas, honeys, sugars, sampler packs, and most recently drink mixes. there’s also some hidden little things on the tables down lower.

the staff is so helpful and kind, very genuinely passionate about their craft. they answer any and all questions you have, help point you in the right direction of what you want from a product, and provide all the options. they have a website too which keeps it convenient to stay stocked on your favorites.
10/10 experience, am recommending highly.

One of the best places in Newport, RI. I come here every few months to restock on the garlic seasoning and I just went today for some Christmas gifts. It is a cute shop with some of the friendliest workers.

You can smell everything, it’s a very atmospheric shop.

I love this place! Incredible selection of traditional and novel (propietary) spices and spice blends. The owner is an absolute riot. She'll ask you if it's your first time, and if it is, she'll encourage you to open up each jar and smell each spice. Great deals on an overwhelming selection. This place has a military discount!

I love this place! Incredible selection of traditional and novel (propietary) spices and spice blends. The owner is an absolute riot. She'll ask you if it's your first time, and if it is, she'll encourage you to open up each jar and smell each spice. Great deals on an overwhelming selection. This place has a military discount!

Great selection

This shop was so neat to visit!! I’m excited to try out the flavored sugars in tea that I purchased.

Very nice and helpful staff. Helped me and answered my questions. I felt no pressure to buy but did because their spice blends sound amazing!

Very nice and helpful staff. Helped me and answered my questions. I felt no pressure to buy but did because their spice blends sound amazing!