The Spice & Tea Exchange Store Opens In Downtown Crystal Lake

CRYSTAL LAKE, IL — A Crystal Lake couple has opened The Spice & Tea Exchange store in downtown Crystal Lake.

Cathy and Tom Koch happened upon a Spice & Tea Exchange store while on a family vacation to Punta Gorda, Florida, and later learned the business offered franchise opportunities, according to Shaw Local News Network. They have since opened their own shop at 57 N. Williams Street.

“We’re so pleased to be joining the Crystal Lake family of businesses at such an exciting time,” Cathy Koch told Shaw Local News Network. “The downtown area is thriving with an amazing selection of local shops and restaurants, and we can’t wait to be a part of it. Tom and I are looking forward to being active in the Crystal Lake Downtown Association and supporting great community events and festivals.”

The shop sells a variety of loose tea flavors and spices and also has an in-store tea bar. More information on their offerings can be found online. A grand opening celebration at the downtown Crystal Lake store will be held on Jan. 31.