"Though Meghan’s business was inspired by the jams and spreads she made in her own home, and she said they were made in US, the Mail on Sunday revealed that they are currently being produced in a factory about 2000 miles from her Montecito home in Illinois. This week, sources close to the duchess told the British paper that As Ever’s spreads and teas are being manufactured by Republic of Tea—an Illinois-based company known for its round pouches and eclectic blends—using California-grown berries from an unidentified supplier. In addition, the Mail reported that the rosé is being made in collaboration with Fairwinds Estate, a Napa Valley winery. (Vanity Fair has contacted the Duchess’s representatives for comment.)"
"Though As Ever’s tea bags are triangular, it isn’t a huge surprise that Republic of Tea was involved with the product development for the brand that Meghan started with support from Netflix’s Consumer Product Group. The CPG has a history of partnering with other brands and manufacturers to bring their products to market, and in 2022, Republic of Tea released an assortment of teas and accessories promoting the streamer’s show Bridgerton."
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