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Tea Storage and Shelf Life
  • by Matt Kellso

Tea Storage and Shelf Life

One of the many things we love about tea is that it has a long shelf life, so we can enjoy it for longer periods of time. That being said, different storage methods exist for different types of teas and...

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Loose-leaf vs. Tea Bags
  • by Matt Kellso

Loose-leaf vs. Tea Bags

Have you ever wondered about the difference between loose-leaf tea and tea that comes in tea bags? Is it that different? Is one better than the other, or is it just a gimmick? Where did tea bags come from, and...

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Tea Brewing 101 | Pu-erh Tea
  • by Karla Walker

Tea Brewing 101 | Pu-erh Tea

Pu-erh is the most oxidized and fermented tea available. Which means there is a lot of flavor packed into its leaves. So what's the best way to get all the deliciousness that Pu-erh tea offers? The answer is in how...

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The Battle of Traditional Black Teas | Yunnan Noir vs. Golden Monkey
  • by Karla Walker

The Battle of Traditional Black Teas | Yunnan Noir vs. Golden Monkey

We've often wondered what separates black teas. Are they all that different? Does one taste better than the other? We thought it was time to put these questions (and more) to the test. We compared our Golden Monkey black tea with our...

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The Best Way to Brew Tea While Camping
  • by Karla Walker

The Best Way to Brew Tea While Camping

Breaking away from my normal day-to-day activity and taking time outside is something I try to prioritize. Whether it be a stroll around the neighborhood, hiking, or even camping over the weekend, being outdoors is something I always look forward...

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  • by Karla Walker

Tools, Tips, Time, & Temperatures: A General Brewing Guide

Tools Let’s talk about the tools you can use to brew the perfect cup of tea. You can use an infuser, filter bag, or French press.  The Infuser Infusers are used with loose-leaf tea and are placed for steeping or...

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Black Tea 101 | History, Processing, and Health Benefits
  • by Cameron Dodd

Black Tea 101 | History, Processing, and Health Benefits

Hot. Iced. Sweetened. Unsweetened. You may think you know it. You may have been drinking it your whole life. 

But there are intricacies about black tea that are fairly unknown and truly staggering. It has started wars, been used as currency, and is the most popular type of tea in the world. But there’s more to this tea than banknotes and bloodshed and bottom lines. There’s history and processing and health benefits and more! 

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Tea 101 | A Brief Overview of the Tea Plant
  • by Cameron Dodd

Tea 101 | A Brief Overview of the Tea Plant

It’s started wars, been used as currency, and–aside from water–it is the number one most consumed beverage in the world. What is it?  Tea, of course!  Tea may seem simple at first. It is, after all, just steeping leaves in...

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China | Tea's Birthplace and Top Producer
  • by Cameron Dodd

China | Tea's Birthplace and Top Producer

Of all the tea origin stories, the history and evolution of tea in China is the most influential. Tea cultivation and consumption began here, making tea a deeply embedded part of Chinese culture since before the third century. Originally, monks...

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Egypt | Historical and Cultural Impact of Tea
  • by Zoë Maiden

Egypt | Historical and Cultural Impact of Tea

  The art of drinking tea has significantly influenced many different regions and cultures for centuries. We have learned about the first discovery of tea in China and its migration through Europe and India. Now, this beloved beverage is consumed...

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Fruit Tea 101: History & Benefits
  • by Cameron Dodd

Fruit Tea 101: History & Benefits

Fruit tea, served hot or cold, is naturally sweet and deliciously refreshing. But what exactly are we drinking when we drink fruit tea? Well, for starters, it may surprise you to hear that fruit tea is not technically ‘tea’. Tea...

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India | A Top Producer of Our Favorite Teas
  • by Zoë Maiden

India | A Top Producer of Our Favorite Teas

The History of Tea in India: How They Became a Top Producer of Our Favorite Teas India and China are the two countries that contend for the title of “World’s Largest Tea Producer,” but their competition is a relatively recent...

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