Abstract: A tea bag pouch for use with a hot beverage cup sleeve includes a pouch member having front, back, and bottom walls that define an open top for receiving a tea bag. The pouch member includes an absorbent layer for absorbing moisture from a water-laden tea bag, a water resistant layer such that moisture does not soak through, and a more rigid layer for providing form to the pouch member. The pouch member includes a configuration for securely yet removably holding a tea bag, especially when the absorbent layer has absorbed some moisture. An attachment member extends from an upper edge of the back wall for slidably attaching the pouch member to a beverage cup sleeve. The pouch may include a closure flap for selectively covering the open top to more securely hold a tea bag situated therein. Advertising may be imprinted or adhered to the front wall.