Our Mission
Mindfulness
Mindfulness is the gentle art of being fully present — aware of where we are and what we’re doing — without being carried away by distractions or overwhelmed by the pace of life. It is the practice of returning to the moment, again and again, with calm awareness and compassion.
Balance
Balance is the harmony between motion and stillness — the ability to stay grounded while life moves around you. It is not about perfection, but about flow; a reminder to pause, realign, and find peace in both the calm and the chaos.
Wellness
Wellness is a state of wholeness — where body, mind, and spirit move in gentle rhythm. It begins with simple rituals of care: a nourishing meal, a mindful breath, a warm cup of tea. True wellness is not a destination, but a way of being — one sip, one moment at a time.
My Story
Discover Balance Through Tea
Inspired by founder Claire Lee’s personal journey as a mother and entrepreneur in New York City, Leef NYC reimagines Korean tea culture for modern life.
Living in one of the busiest cities in the world, Claire constantly navigates the delicate balance between being a mother, a creator, an entrepreneur, a wife, and a friend. Like many, her days are filled with endless to-do lists and the pressure to keep moving forward — yet tea reminds her to pause, breathe, and return to herself.
For Claire, tea is more than a drink; it is a daily ritual of grounding — her quiet therapy amidst the noise, and a moment of stillness that restores her sense of balance. Beyond self-care, tea also represents connection. In Korean culture, offering a warm cup of tea to a guest has long been a gesture of respect and friendship. Through Leef NYC, she hopes to share that same spirit — helping others slow down, connect deeply, and find harmony in the everyday.
Our Partners
As part of our commitment to excellence, Leef NYC selectively partners with a small circle of like-minded establishments — including prestigious restaurants, cafés, and museums in and around New York City — that share our appreciation for quality and authenticity.
Because we directly source every tea from a single small farm in South Korea, our collections are not produced for the mass market. This hands-on approach allows us to maintain uncompromising quality, traceability, and integrity in every leaf. We believe that true luxury lies in intention — in cherishing the origin, the craftsmanship, and the quiet beauty found in each cup.
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Tea Ritual Collection
Experience the art of slow living with the Leef NYC Premium Tea Tasting Gift Set, an elegant curation of our eight best-selling teas presented in a timeless green box. Each blend is crafted to awaken the senses and restore balance — a ritual of wellness steeped in Korean tea heritage and reimagined for modern life.
Events & Experience
Mindful Living, One Sip at a Time
Experience tea beyond the cup. Leef NYC hosts private gatherings, corporate wellness sessions, gallery openings, and tea & meditation classes designed to inspire calm and connection. From one-day workshops to in-depth tea journeys, each event is crafted with intention.
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