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The History of Tea Parties
  • by Kourtney Cooley

The History of Tea Parties

Although tea itself is originally from China, the first tea party was hosted in England. In 1662 Catherine of Braganza, the wife of King Charles II, hosted the first ever tea party on record following the marriage of her and...

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The History of the Teahouse Part 1 | Asia
  • by Karla Walker

The History of the Teahouse Part 1 | Asia

China  The teahouse in China may date as far back as the Tang Dynasty. Historians regard the Tang Dynasty as the golden age of Chinese Civilization. It's considered the golden age of culture, which explains why teahouses as places to...

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The History of the Teahouse Part 2 | European Teahouses
  • by Karla Walker

The History of the Teahouse Part 2 | European Teahouses

Tea is such an integral part of the culture in England that you would think drinking tea socially while gathering with friends must have originated there. Where else do you find a culture where you know what time it is...

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The History of the Teahouse Part 3 | Evolution of the U.S. Teahouse
  • by Karla Walker

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 was a very familiar practice in the 19th century, and many enjoyed "tea...

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The History of the Teahouse Part 4 | The Modern Teahouse
  • by Karla Walker

The History of the Teahouse Part 4 | The Modern Teahouse

Unlike the history of coffeehouses with a common thread of gathering for discourse, business, or pleasure, the history of the tea house is much more diverse. You can characterize tea as an individual experience. Different types of tea traditions bring...

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red teapot and cups with tea rituals text
  • by Kourtney Cooley

Tea Rituals Around the World

One of the things that makes tea so unique compared to other agricultural commodities is its rich history. From its beginnings in ancient China to its modern enjoyment all around the world, tea has become a centerpiece for many cultural...

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When Two World Collide | The Delicious Result of Combining Tea & Coffee
  • by Zoë Maiden

When Two World Collide | The Delicious Result of Combining Tea & Coffee

In the past, we tried and shared some trending tea and coffee recipes. We tried sparkling up some cold brew, mixed in some lemonade with cold brew, made a sherbet tea float, and others. Now that fall is here, I...

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How to Host the Best Summer Tea Party
  • by Kourtney Cooley

How to Host the Best Summer Tea Party

This guide was inspired by our recent article, The History of Tea Parties. Tea parties have been popular for hundreds of years and are a fun way to celebrate things like graduations, engagements, bridal showers, baby showers, retirements, new relationships,...

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Sustainability and tea text with recycling symbol
  • by Kourtney Cooley

Sustainability in the Tea Industry

Happy Earth Day! Here at Hackberry, we appreciate and care for our planet every day. To share our love for the Earth with our customers, we would like to discuss the environmental impact of the tea industry and the things...

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The Art of Tea-Dye
  • by Kourtney Cooley

The Art of Tea-Dye

Tea and herbal ingredients have been used to create colorful dyes for thousands of years. With initial roots in ancient China, the art of dyeing with tea quickly became a worldwide handicraft. Today, tea is still used as a natural...

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True teas–like black, green, and oolong–come from the Camellia sinensis plant, while herbal teas are crafted from a variety of other botanicals.

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The history of tea's journey has taken it from one culture to the next, impacting each one and leaving behind traditions of flavor and comfort.

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Tea is everywhere in society, from the teahouse to the small-farm producer. Read our stories about the culture and resonate with others that enjoy tea like you do.

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From brew guides to recipes, we love making tea and sharing our expertise with the world. Let us share with you our favorite tea preparation techniques

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For centuries tea has been used for medicinal purposes and today it is one of the most accepted tools around the world to improve your every day health.

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Tea processing is a fascinating art. The more you dive into understanding it, the more you want to learn, so let's learn together.

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