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Steep Mountain Tea House

Inspired Madness

“I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.”   -Jimmy Dean 

That is precisely what  founders of the former Townshend's Teahouse, Melissa and Scott Herron, did in the Fall of 2020. Finding creative ways to maintain healthy business operations amid the COVID pandemic, along with looking for a change and a refresh for the Bozeman teahouse moving forward, they came up with a new vision for the business. Scott's dream had always been to open his own teahouse as tea was an integral part of his life and a passion from a young age. He always had a kettle on to boil. By April 2014, Townshend's Teahouse was open for business.

The 2021 vision for a refresh was to partner with a local Bozeman restauranteur, with the hope of maintaining their world-class tea menu and fabulous staff.  Enter long-time friends and inspiring entrepreneurs, Serena Rundberg and Nick Garbiel, owners of Inspired Madness, Inc., which includes Lot G Cafe, Feed Cafe, and the Daily Coffee & Eatery. The Herrons pitched the idea of adding a teahouse to the Inspired Madness family, and the result is  Steep Mountain Tea, a 100% Bozeman-owned business.

While maintaining the great staff, welcoming atmosphere, and artisan teas (including bubble tea and kombucha varieties), Steep Mountain Tea has built on the Herron’s original vision. Local restaurants have curated a new grab-and-go menu of sandwiches, salads, desserts, and pastries for Steep Mountain, prepared with love and delivered fresh from their kitchens. 

Tea’s origins date back nearly 5000 years.  No matter the legend, it has accompanied gatherings and enhanced solitude throughout its duration.

Steep Mountain Tea's mission is to responsibly nourish our community, guests, and employees by serving expertly crafted and procured teas and products in a positive, community-oriented environment. 

Inspired Madness is dedicated to partnering with local nonprofits to support everyone in the  Gallatin Valley and creating the best possible customer experience!

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