Grow Your Own Tea by Christine Parks and Susan M. Walcott
Grow Your Own Tea is a helpful guide to growing Camellia Sinensis. I learned a lot and would absolutely recommend it to anyone interested in growing tea.
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Darjeeling: 1st Flush vs. 2nd Flush
1st Flush and 2nd Flush Darjeeling are both black teas, but they look and taste very different from each other. Here is a brief overview of the reasons why.
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What Kind of Tea was Thrown Overboard at the Boston Tea Party?
Colonial Americans enjoyed a range of Chinese teas that we still drink today. Here are some of the teas that were thrown overboard at the Boston Tea Party.
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What is the Difference Between Bai Hao Yin Zhen and Bai Mu Dan?
Bai Hao Yin Zhen and Bai Mu Dan are two of the highest grades of Chinese white tea. Here's a quick overview of the differences between these famous teas.
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Why You Might Want to Weigh Your Tea Leaves
Weighing tea might sound strange but it can really step up your brewing game. Here's why you might want to weigh your tea leaves and the easiest way to do it.
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Sustainability and Tea – An Interview with Sabita Banerji of THIRST
Sabita Banerji of THIRST answered my questions about sustainability and tea. I hope this post provides insights to help us all make more educated decisions.
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The Surprising Tea History of America and Japan
Did you know that the United States was the largest consumer of Japanese tea exports at one time? Here is the surprising tea history of America and Japan
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10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Started Drinking Tea
Hindsight is 20/20. From tuition tea to finding community, here are 10 things I wish I knew when I first started drinking tea. Don't forget to have fun!
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What Determines Caffeine Content in Tea?
There are so many misconceptions about caffeine content in tea out there. Here's everything you need to know about what affects the amount of pep in your cup.
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Every Day a Good Day by Noriko Morishita
Every Day a Good Day is a fun read following the tribulations of a tea ceremony student. I would recommend it to anyone interested in Japanese tea culture.
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Being Tea Teacher Training – Module 7
Module 7 of the Being Tea Teacher Training focused on self-care and creating a personal practice. I can't believe that I am almost done with this course!
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Meet the Tea: Tencha
Tencha is a Japanese green tea that is ground into a powder to make matcha. Here's everything you need to know about how it is made and the best way to brew it.
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