Harney is a top drawer and family-run company. Their teas are just divine. And the tins in which they are sold are stylish and elegant.
I give the "Paris Blend" as a standard Christmas gift.
My day to day to is Bigelow... but for that special occasion or for entertaining I stand by Harney's.
In this day and age of staggering corporate mediocrity, thank the Fates that a company of this caliber still exists.
Five sterling teaspoons for Harney's.
Answer: Because it is stylish and elegant. Furthermore, I detest mediocrity.