AIP Name: AIP-530: TEA WITH APES, brought to you by Bored British Tea and powered by $APECOIN
Implementation Status: Pending
Implementation Date: N/A
Author: @jpnspy.eth
Proposal Description: Our proposal seeks funding to kick-start the Apechain-powered British luxury tea and coffee IP brand.
Bored British Tea aims to captivate new Web3 enthusiasts by creating awareness through the simple pleasure of a cup of tea and coffee.
Our strategy involves building brand presence by visiting UK universities, libraries, and Web3 summits to offer complimentary cups of tea and coffee while engaging in conversations about Web3 and our Apecoin-powered products.
Overall Cost: $25,025 USD
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Timeline Updates:
1/27/2025
NFTea-ing with Apes in Paris*
Brought to you by Bored British Tea & Powered by ApeCoin
Our Concept
We will be hosting our first “Tea With Apes” event on February 13, 2025, during the NFT Paris R.I.C.H (Rich Human Connection) side event. This unique, immersive experience combines British tea and coffee culture with Web3 innovation. Attendees will enjoy FREE complimentary premium tea/coffee and biscuits while networking.
The event will feature exclusive opportunities to purchase limited-edition Bored British Bitcoin Dark Roast Coffee, as well as various premium tea blends, including Earl Grey, Lapsang Souchong, and Peppermint Tea, all linked to the ApeCoin ecosystem.
Implementation Plan
Event Setup
- Location: Artverse Gallery, 5 bis Rue de Beauce, Paris, France
- Date: February 13, 2025
-Time: 09:30AM -1:00PM
Interactive Elements:
- Digital screens displaying the Bored British logo with ApeCoin branding, the coffee and tea brewing process, and Bored Ape NFT art.
Tea Station:
- An elegant set-up with tea and coffee dispensers, cups, sugar, milk, and biscuits.
Menu Offerings
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Tea Selection:
- Bored British Earl Grey
- Bored British Lapsang Souchong
- Bored British Peppermint Tea
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Coffee Selection:
- Bored British Medium Roast Coffee brewed on-site.
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Exclusive Sale Display:
- Limited-edition Bored British Bitcoin Edition Dark Roast Espresso Coffee in tins featuring the “Powered by ApeCoin” branding.
ApeCoin Integration
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Payment Options:
- Attendees can purchase coffee and tea blends using ApeCoin (via QR code payments).
- Discounts for ApeCoin holders (50% off all purchases).
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NFT Tie-In:
- Our coffee and tea bundle purchase includes a FREE Bored British Logo drawstring bag.
Networking Opportunities
- Tea Tasting Sessions:
- Guided tea tastings with Bored British Tea experts, sharing the story behind each blend and its connection to Web3.
- Engage with the ApeCoin community.
Logistics
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Staffing: Two tea experts will be present to brew and serve tea and coffee.
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Supplies:
- Tea blends, coffee, cups, milk, sugar, biscuits, and brewing equipment.
- QR code payment system for ApeCoin transactions.
- Digital screens for displaying NFT art and event information.
Expected Outcomes
- Increased brand visibility for Bored British Tea and ApeCoin.
- Strong engagement with the Web3 and NFT communities.
- Sales of limited-edition coffee and tea blends.
- Long-term collaboration opportunities between Bored British Tea and ApeCoin.
“Tea with Apes” is more than just a tea-serving event—it’s a celebration of innovation, culture, and community. By blending British tea traditions with Web3 technology, this experience will leave a lasting impression on attendees at NFT Paris.
Just like a hug in a mug, let’s brew something extraordinary in Paris! 
1/28/2025
Starting this week, we’re raising awareness about using ApeCoin for payments on X, in spaces, and through our website notifications. We recommend keeping some funds in your hot wallet for easy payments while you’re with us. We also have the usual card and cash payment options available! Hope you will be there, looking forward to seeing you!
2/5/2025
For Reservation & Collection of BoredBritish Tea & Coffee for the @ArtVerse Event. 13th February 2925 from 9:30am - 01:00pm
Interview Q&A: