Highest quality full leaf tea is cut to tea bag size. Each variety is unique, from the one of a kind blends, to the original graphics created by renowned artists Howard Burns & Chas Constantine. Each classic ribbon bag contains 20 foil wrapped tea bags. The tea bags have strings & tags, but NO STAPLES, so they are safe for microwave use. Decaffeinated tea bags are decaffeinated naturally, using no chemicals or solvents. All Eastern Shore Teas are Pesticide-Free, and Gluten-Free.