Available in 7 colours and built from high quality steel with an enamel finish, the Traditional Kettle from Le Creuset is built to last a life time. Bringing rustic charm to any kitchen, this is the ultimate kettle for any nostalgic tea lover. Traditional Kettle, in Marseille Blue, from Le Creuset, $219, lecreuset.com.au

The perfect gift to give for those tea-beginners amongst us. The box includes 10 individual tea bags and one 25 tea bag sampler box, all with your preferences taken into account wherever possible. The Tea Lover Box is not only affordable but also a great way to try teas without the commitment of buying a whole box. Tea Lover Box, from Just Health, $14.99, just-health.com.au

Ideal for Japanese or Chinese tea, this Asian inspired teacup is as beautiful to look at as it is to drink from. It also makes a great gift for any tea drinker who likes a bit of colour in their teacup collection. Aqua & Dark Green Drip Teacup, from Made In Japan, $5.75, mij.com.au

The Tea Time Essentials Gift Basket contains all the necessities for creating the perfect morning or afternoon tea, including mini melting moments, assorted milk and dark chocolates and a 100 gram box of assorted T2 teas to name a few. This is truly the ultimate tea lover gift idea. Tea Time Essentials Gift Basket, from Gourmet Basket, $129, gourmetbasket.com.au

Every tea lover needs at least one or two teapots and this one from Made In Japan would make a perfect addition to any collection. The Candy Red Stripe Teapot features a slightly rustic finish, with stripes of varying pink and red tones and a removable tea infuser to ensure your tea brews for just the right amount of time. Candy Red Stripe Teapot, from Made In Japan, $45, mij.com.au

Everyone knows the perfect accompaniment to any cup of tea is a good biscuit. These certified organic home-style cookies would make an ideal gift for the tea-drinking chocoholic in your life (and why not buy a box for yourself too, we promise we won’t tell). Organic Triple Chocolate Cookies, 150g, from Organic Times, $9.95, organictimes.com.au

The Blue & White Kasuri Mug from Made In Japan makes for the perfect small tea mug, whether you’re drinking your first, freshly infused cup in the morning with breakfast or wanting to impress guests with the mug’s unique pattern and beautiful design. It’s also a great gift idea for the tea drinker who likes the colourful and quirkier things in life. Blue & White Kasuri Mug, Made In Japan, $15, mij.com.au