How to Get Started Drinking Tea – Part 1
Years ago I wrote a series on how to get started drinking tea. It's about time for an update. This is the first of 4 posts designed to help beginners dive in.
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Grand Crew Honey Glamour Black
Honey Glamour from Grand Crew is full of tasty notes of honied florals and baking spices. It's a perfect choice for those who don't normally enjoy black tea.
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Meet the Tea: Lu An Gua Pian
Lu An Gua Pian, aka Melon Seed, is an unusual green tea that is made without any buds or stems. Here's everything you need to know about this special tea.
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I Wrote a Book!
I have a very exciting announcement to make. I wrote a book! You might have noticed that I’ve been publishing fewer blog posts than usual over the last 6 or 7 months. That is because...
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World Tea Expo 2022
I recently attended World Tea Expo 2022. This year's event was truly a different world. In this post, I'll be sharing my thoughts and experiences.
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What Makes Spring Teas Special?
It's my favorite time of year. The new tea harvests will be coming to market soon. Here is everything you need to know about what makes spring teas so special.
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After Yang – A Tea Lover’s Film Review
After Yang is a must-watch film for any tea lover who enjoys sci-fi. Colin Farrell's character owns a tea shop and there are nuggets of tea geekery peppered in.
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46 Tons Mom’s Chai Kit
Mom's Chai Kit from 46 Tons has everything you need to make chai at home. It would make a great gift for a latte-loving friend who is new to loose leaf tea.
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A Beginner’s Guide to Enjoying Puerh
Fermented teas can be scary when you’re first getting started. Here is a beginner's guide to enjoying puerh tea.
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5 Things You Should Know About Wuyi Oolongs
Did you know that Wuyi oolongs hail from a UNESCO World Heritage Site? Here are 5 things that every tea lover should know about yancha.
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IKKYU Competition Gyokuro KIRARI 31
IKKYU Competition Gyokuro KIRARI 31 was a total umami bomb with an aftertaste that lingered long after each sip. It was vegetal but in a fresh and verdant way.
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