T2 Tea’s Exit from Canada? Saying Goodbye to the Iconic Mug and Our Fave Singapore Breakfast Blend

It’s the end of an era for tea lovers in Singapore. News broke last week that T2 Tea, the Australian brand known for its colourful shops and creative blends, is closing all its doors across the island. For those of us who made weekend trips to their flagship stores at ION Orchard or Plaza Singapura a regular thing, it feels like saying goodbye to an old friend.

Ever since they landed here, T2 quickly became a go-to for anyone who takes their tea seriously. Their stores weren’t just shops—they were a full-on experience. Rows and rows of shiny canisters, the smell of exotic leaves, and staff who actually knew their chamomile from their chai. But nothing captured our hearts quite like the T2 Iconic Mug with Infuser in the Singapore Breakfast design. That mug, with its built-in infuser and snug lid, was the ultimate WFH companion. I’d bet half the offices in the downtown core had one sitting on a desk.

And then there’s the blend itself. The Singapore Breakfast Loose Leaf Cube (100g) was a tribute to local breakfast culture—a bold, malty black tea that was just perfect with kaya toast and soft-boiled eggs. It was one of those thoughtful products that made you feel seen as a local. Over the years, T2 rolled out tons of limited editions and seasonal faves, but the Singapore Breakfast series was always the champ.

Here’s a quick look at the T2 treasures we’ll be scrambling to stock up on:

• Singapore Breakfast Loose Leaf Tea (100g cube) – The ultimate local blend, now a collector’s item.
• Iconic Mug with Infuser – That perfect little pot for steeping your favourite leaves.
• French Earl Grey – A floral classic that built a real following here.
• Melbourne Breakfast – For the homesick traveller or anyone who loves a smooth cuppa.

So why the sudden exit? The brand’s parent company has been streamlining globally, and sadly, Singapore felt the squeeze. While no official reason was given for the local closures, it’s part of a bigger pullback from international markets. For now, the T2 website still ships here, but with the physical stores gone, that instant thrill of grabbing a new tin on a whim is a thing of the past.

If you’re already feeling the loss, you might be looking at alternatives. Our very own TWG Tea Boutique has long been the more polished cousin in this story. Their T1 collection, especially classics like 1837 Black, offers a similarly luxurious experience. But let’s be real—TWG’s elegant tins and white-glove service are a different mood from T2’s playful, laid-back energy. Both have their place in our hearts (and our cupboards).

For now, all we can do is raise our favourite mugs—infuser and all—to the colourful years T2 gave us. Whether you’re hoarding your last cubes of Singapore Breakfast or hunting for a second-hand Iconic Mug on Facebook Marketplace, the memory of that first sip will stick around. Here’s hoping the brand rethinks its game and finds its way back to our sunny shores. Until then, happy steeping, Canada.