Happy Lunar New Year :: Year of the Fire Horse
The Chinese Zodiac is based on an ancient calendar system and assigns 12 animals to represent one year within a repeating 12 year cycle. In Chinese culture, the zodiac signs play an integral part in determining one's fortune. It is also believed that people will possess characteristics of the zodiac animal corresponding to the year they were born. On February 16, 2026, we will transition out of the year of the Wood Snake representing grace, transformation and wisdom, and shed our skin to lend space for the year of the Fire Horse beginning on February 17th, 2026.
The Horse is known for its energetic and dynamic nature, symbolizing vitality and perseverance. Fire, amongst the five elements of the Chinese Zodiac, represents creativity, persistence, passion and kinetic energy. As we peer into the year of the Fire Horse, we can expect our hard work and self developments to bring optimism and opportunity into our lives with characteristics of passion, creation and intensity.
"My past travels through China, the birth place of tea, and my reverence for its tea culture traditions inspired the line of Zodiac teas. The intention was also to create a unique way for Westholme to bring together the wisdom and whimsy of your individual sign with the beauty of experiencing your very own tea. I'm personally very excited for the year ahead, especially because my zodiac sign is the Fire Horse. We are looking forward to sharing new innovations and bold beginnings into the year for Westholme Tea Company as we shed the past year" - Victor Vesely, Owner + Tea Maker, Zodiac Sign :: Fire Horse.
We will be pairing this lunar calendar year with our Zodiac blend, Horse, a complete and complex cup that carries with it a calming herbal aroma, reminiscent of the refreshing and revitalizing flavour of a perfect, warm day. Beginning February 1st, 2026, enjoy 10% OFF our Herbal Tisane of the Month, Horse.
Wishing you, our tea community, and beyond an equally wonderful and successful Fire Horse year ahead!