So You Like…English Breakfast
This is the first in a series of posts which should hopefully take some of the guesswork out of trying new teas. Basically, we’re just going to run down some of the most popular blends, brands and types of tea that are seen in America, and give a recommendation for a good Chinese tea which [...]
Why Teavana Sucks: A Comprehensive Review
Walk into any mall these days and you’re sure to catch glimpse of a Teavana, with its gaudily folsky earth-toned decor and an off-puttingly cheery teenager outside trying to force a Robitussin cup of Strawberry Cinnamon Organic Chai Mate down your gullet.
Chinese Tea Water Temperature
Quite possibly the most important thing to keep in mind when trying to brew the perfect cup of tea is water temperature. The appropriate temperature varies widely between different varieties, ranging from merely warm to boiling. This article will run down the appropriate water temperature for different Chinese tea varieties, and will give you tips [...]
Chinese Tea Ceremony
As the birthplace of tea drinking, and possessing one of the world’s richest tea cultures, China has also given rise to one of the most interesting and precise tea ceremonies in the world. With an emphasis on proper tea brewing techniques and savoring the unique flavor of each steeping, adding elements of the Chinese tea [...]
Chinese Tea Health Benefits
While traditional Chinese medicine has long held that tea has many health benefits, modern research has begun to prove that many Chinese teas can be highly effective for boosting your immune system, aiding digestion and helping weight loss, among other benefits. While information on tea health benefits has previously been scattered and unreliable, this article [...]