Tea Varieties
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Tea Varieties
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5 Fascinating Ways Green Tea And Matcha Are Different
Everything You Need to Know About Authentic Matcha It feels like everywhere you turn there is some new popular latte, dessert, or power health bowl infused with matcha-this or matcha-that. What started out as a healthy and historical drink has turned into the latest trend-gone-viral. Before matcha found its way into the mainstream hands of health enthusiasts, culinary chefs, and... -
6 Outstanding Kinds of Tea You Need to Try
Spectacular Teas that You'll Love and Adore Did you know that every single kind of tea is made from one single plant? Your wine and coffee flavors are made from different kinds of coffee beans and wine grapes — but this is not the case with tea. The Camellia sinensis is a marvelous chameleon-like plant. And once the leaves are... -
The Spectacular Medicinal Benefits of Herbal Teas You'll Love
The Spectacular Medicinal Benefits of Herbal Teas You'll Love The Truth About Herbal Teas and What They're Made From By Erika Robertson Herbal teas are making a comeback according to the American Botanical Council, and it’s not a surprise. More and more people are seeking out healthier ways to consume caffeine without dousing themselves in cups of coffee. In your... -
Oolong Tea’s Rich History and Its Beautiful Creation
How the Love of the Dragon Made Oolong Tea By Erika Robertson Do you love the strong deep flavor of black tea? How about the earthy-sweet tones of green tea? If you love green and black teas you will love oolong teas. They are some of the most prized and cherished teas in the world — and for good reasons... -
White Tea and Its History of Wealth and Health
How the World Became Rich From Simple White Tea By Erika Robertson The popularity of black afternoon tea paired with tea cookies and scones is at the forefront of most tea enthusiasts' minds in the Western world. Iced tea infused with sugar and fruit is a refreshing summer staple in America. White tea might have been a mystery to most... -
Nutrient-Rich Green Tea and How It’s Harvested
How to Pluck and Create Good Delicious Green Tea By Erika Robertson The fresh and crisp flavor of green tea has the ability to transform your day into something spectacular and delightful. Not only does green tea taste incredible, but it is full of numerous health benefits. The way green tea is made is an art in itself. And with... -
Antioxidant Rich Black Tea and How It’s Made
How Black Tea Transformed the World for the Better By Erika Robertson You love black tea. There is nothing so calming and scrumptious as a cup of Earl Grey or Darjeeling with a little tea cookie or a biscuit on the side. You might take a splash of milk in English Breakfast tea. Maybe you like a touch of sweet... -
Healthy Blooming Tea Inspirations
Flowering teas are a combination of edible flowers and green or black tea leaves that have been formed into a bulb. The tea leaves and flowers are dried and shaped into balls and then sealed for freshness. To rejuvenate them, simply place the ball in boiling water. The leaves unfurl and reveal the floral petals within causing it to look... -
The Magic of Vibrant and Old Fermented Pu-Erh Tea
How Authentic Pu-Erh Tea Becomes Rich Over Time By Erika Robertson Tea is your haven from the busy world — it represents a moment of rest, reflection, and recharging. You might be enamored with black and green teas — maybe even herbal or white teas. You may even venture into the wild world of oolong tea and indulge in the...