Tea Education

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Honeybush Tea 101 | A Tea That Truly Lives Up to its Name

When I first heard of Honeybush tea, I thought it was a fun-sounding name. I figured it got its name because it probably tastes like honey. I had n...

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Green Tea 101 | The History & Processing Methods

The Origin Story The origin of green tea began in China, tracing back to 2737 B.C. The discovery occurred by accident when the Chinese Emperor...

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Add Some Color to Your Tea with the Butterfly Pea!

Here at Hackberry Tea, some of our teas have vibrant and bright colors. How do they get that way? For example, our Purple Papaya is a bright and be...

Tea Sourcing

The History of the Teahouse Part 3 | Evolution of the U.S. Teahouse

It's no surprise that there would be British influence in the U.S. Tea industry, but it never became engrained in Americans as it did in Britain. ...

Tea Brewing

English vs. Irish: What is Your Breakfast Tea of Choice?

Drinking hot tea has been a longstanding tradition in Europe, specifically in England and Ireland. English and Irish breakfast teas have been a sta...

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The History & Cultural Influence of Tea in Taiwan

Tea from Taiwan is exceptionally delicious, and their origin story is fascinating. The tea industry in Taiwan is heavily influenced by China, Japan...

Origin of Tea explained at Hackberry Tea

Tea Sourcing

Tea 101: A Brief Overview of the Tea Plant

Tea has been a universally enjoyed beverage for centuries. However, the origin of tea is not widely known. To help clarify the confusion about tea ...