August La-Tea Magic: Lavender Fields & Peach Sunsets

By Sarah Moore, Montour Falls Tea Company

August is the golden hour of summer—when the sun lingers a little longer, peaches weigh heavy on the branches, and fields of lavender wave gently in the breeze. Here in Montour Falls, the waterfalls cool the air while bees dance through wildflower patches, and the scent of stone fruit and herbs lingers like a promise.

At Montour Falls Tea Company, August’s La-Tea blends are inspired by orchard harvests, summer lullabies, and that magical moment when summer begins to slow and soften.

Featured August La-Tea Menu

Lavender Peach Matcha

Ceremonial matcha meets soft lavender and sweet peach in a dreamy fusion that feels like a spa day in a glass. A gentle, energizing tea that whispers relaxation.

Mocktail: Lavender Peach Cloud

• 1 teaspoon matcha

• ½ cup peach nectar

• ½ teaspoon lavender syrup

• ¾ cup oat milk or lemonade (your choice)

• Ice and peach slice for garnish

Shake matcha with nectar and syrup until smooth. Add milk or lemonade, pour over ice, and float into your afternoon.

Watermelon Lime Refresher

A thirst-quenching green tea blend bursting with juicy watermelon and zesty lime. Bright, tart, and made for sunshine.

Mocktail: Grove Garden Cooler

• 1 cup brewed Watermelon Lime tea (chilled)

• ½ cup limeade

• Crushed watermelon and ice

• Fresh lime wheel for garnish

Vivid, bold, and bright—like biting into a summer picnic.

Raspberry Lime Sparkler

Tangy raspberry and tart lime with just a kiss of sparkle. This blend is playful, cooling, and perfect for garden parties or tea on the porch.

Mocktail: Wild Raspberry Fizz

• 1 cup brewed Raspberry Lime tea (cooled)

• ½ cup sparkling water

• Optional: splash of cranberry juice for extra tang

• Raspberries and lime twist

Sip this one from your favorite glass and toast to summer’s final dance.

Tea History: Late Summer Rituals

In ancient China, August marked a time of balance—between the fiery energy of summer and the calm, cooling transition into fall. Teas harvested later in the season were often smoother, more floral, and less astringent—mirroring the mellow rhythm of late summer. Our August La-Teas follow that same philosophy: relaxing, fruit-forward, and gently grounding.

Finger Lakes Feature: The Peach Belt

While most people know the Finger Lakes for wine, it’s also home to incredible fruit orchards—especially peaches, which thrive in the microclimates created by the lakes. Many of our teas are inspired by these groves, where sunlight warms the soil and ripens the fruit to perfection.

You can taste that sunshine in every sip of Lavender Peach Matcha or Honeybush Peach Bliss.

Montour Falls in August

By August, the trails through the gorge are lined with goldenrod and Queen Anne’s lace. Shequaga Falls continues to cascade, whispering tales of Queen Catharine Montour, whose spirit is said to watch over the valley. Her strength, wisdom, and connection to the land are steeped into every blend we make.

If you listen closely beneath the roar of the falls, you might just hear the rustle of summer saying farewell.

Visit and Sip

August is a beautiful time to visit Montour Falls. Stop by our shop to cool off with a La-Tea flight, try a mocktail, or pick up a bottle of tea to take to the lake. We also offer seasonal subscription boxes so you can bring a taste of the Finger Lakes wherever you roam.

September will bring harvest magic—think spiced apples, vineyard breezes, and cinnamon buns by the window.

Until then, let August’s La-Tea magic wrap you in sunlight.