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A BRIEF HISTORY OF TEA
The origins of tea can be traced back nearly
5,000 years to a legendary emperor of China. A
prolific herbalist, it is believed that leaves from
some twigs he was burning floated into a
boiling kettle of water. The results were
delicious, and tea was invented. The hot
beverage flourished throughout southern Asia;
the Dutch East India Company introduced it to
Europe in the late 17
spread to the American colonies and the rest
of the world!
TYPES OF TEA
There are many types of teas, the most popular
being black, oolong, green and white. All teas
come from the same warm-weather evergreen
plant: the Camellia sinensis, or tea plant.
Tisane or "herbal" teas can be a mixture of just
about anything: herbs, flowers, spices, seeds,
etc. There are also varieties of tea that are real
teas with spices or other flavorings blended in.
Earl Grey, for instance, is black tea with
bergamot peel or oil added.
TEA STEEPING CHART
Type
Delicate Tea
Green Tea
White Tea
Oolong Tea
French Press
Black & Herbal Teas
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century. From there it
THE BENEFITS OF TEA
Tea is more popular than ever. And every cup
is brimming with benefits: natural vitamins,
minerals, and antioxidants. Drinking tea has
actually been found to be better for you than
drinking water. It rehydrates your body and its
healthy antioxidants may offer protection
against a wide range of diseases. Tea can be
an invigorating start to the morning, a soothing
break from a busy day, or a comfortable way to
unwind and relax each evening – it all adds up
to a healthy mind, body, and spirit.
THE ART OF STEEPING TEA
Great care is taken to create every tea's unique
character. Each tea should be brewed at the
right temperature to properly savor and
appreciate all the natural and aromatic flavors
and benefits. More delicate teas risk burning at
general steeping temperatures; this variety
should be steeped at a lower temperature to
optimize flavors. Below is a chart with our
suggested steeping temperatures and times.
Temperature
160°F
175°F
185°F
190°F
200°F
212°F
(full boil)
4
Steep Time
1–2 min
2–3 min
2–3 min
3–4 min
4–5 min
3–5 min
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