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Tea Tips
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To Drink or Not to Drink? What to do with Old ...
From a safety standpoint, tea leaves don’t "go bad," or “spoil” in the way fresh food does. They do however gradually lose their flavor over time. This doesn't mean the...
To Drink or Not to Drink? What to do with Old ...
From a safety standpoint, tea leaves don’t "go bad," or “spoil” in the way fresh food does. They do however gradually lose their flavor over time. This doesn't mean the...
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How to Store Tea
All you need to know about tea storage! Tea has a long shelf life. Following these storage tips will help it to stay fresh.
How to Store Tea
All you need to know about tea storage! Tea has a long shelf life. Following these storage tips will help it to stay fresh.
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How to resteep tea
Many loose leaf teas can tolerate multiple infusions. Or in layman's terms be resteeped or reused. Making a second, or even third, cup.
How to resteep tea
Many loose leaf teas can tolerate multiple infusions. Or in layman's terms be resteeped or reused. Making a second, or even third, cup.
Brewing
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Your Guide to Cold Brewing Tea
Cold brew... the term sounds fancy, maybe even intimidating. Want to know a secret? It's incredibly easy! If you like iced tea, Cold brewing is the ideal way to prepare...
Your Guide to Cold Brewing Tea
Cold brew... the term sounds fancy, maybe even intimidating. Want to know a secret? It's incredibly easy! If you like iced tea, Cold brewing is the ideal way to prepare...
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STEAPing Chart
Find your perfect cup!
STEAPing Chart
Find your perfect cup!
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Find your steeping style
The variety of brewing methods can be overwhelming for new and veteran tea drinkers alike. Brewing loose tea can be as simple or complex as you like. What's most important...
Find your steeping style
The variety of brewing methods can be overwhelming for new and veteran tea drinkers alike. Brewing loose tea can be as simple or complex as you like. What's most important...
Tea History
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History of the Tea Lady
The Tea Lady was an important part of office culture in the early 20th century in the United Kingdom and Australia.
History of the Tea Lady
The Tea Lady was an important part of office culture in the early 20th century in the United Kingdom and Australia.
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High, Low, and Afternoon Tea
Afternoon tea, or Low Tea, is traditionally taken between 3:30-5:00pm. It includes tea, as well as savory sandwiches, scones, and sweets. High Tea is more of an evening meal, occuring...
High, Low, and Afternoon Tea
Afternoon tea, or Low Tea, is traditionally taken between 3:30-5:00pm. It includes tea, as well as savory sandwiches, scones, and sweets. High Tea is more of an evening meal, occuring...
Iced Tea
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Iced Tea Fun Facts & Brewing Tips
Just like hot tea, Iced Tea can be prepared using different brewing methods. The right brewing method for you comes down to personal preference. Much like what teas you enjoy.
Iced Tea Fun Facts & Brewing Tips
Just like hot tea, Iced Tea can be prepared using different brewing methods. The right brewing method for you comes down to personal preference. Much like what teas you enjoy.
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Cold Brew STEAPing Guide
How to cold brew tea. A step by step guide with general timing recomendations.
Cold Brew STEAPing Guide
How to cold brew tea. A step by step guide with general timing recomendations.
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How to make Tea-rrific Iced Tea
Here are a few different ways to make Iced Tea.
How to make Tea-rrific Iced Tea
Here are a few different ways to make Iced Tea.
General
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Rise Your Mug to Freedom
Tea, after all, played a prominent role in American history. It was at the center of one of the most infamous events leading up to Independence Day – the Boston...
Rise Your Mug to Freedom
Tea, after all, played a prominent role in American history. It was at the center of one of the most infamous events leading up to Independence Day – the Boston...
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Thinking outside the Cup: Cooking with tea
Tea is the most popular beverage worldwide, second only to water in its rate of consumption. And its popularity is only growing. One might even call it trending. Not only...
Thinking outside the Cup: Cooking with tea
Tea is the most popular beverage worldwide, second only to water in its rate of consumption. And its popularity is only growing. One might even call it trending. Not only...
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The Ultimate Mother's Day Tea Gift Guide: Michi...
A cup of loose leaf tea isn't just a drink. It's ten minutes of peace. It's a morning ritual. It's the kind of gift that says, "I thought about what...
The Ultimate Mother's Day Tea Gift Guide: Michi...
A cup of loose leaf tea isn't just a drink. It's ten minutes of peace. It's a morning ritual. It's the kind of gift that says, "I thought about what...
News
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The Future of Tea
China produces over half of the world’s tea. It will be impossible for United States to simply stop importing Chinese teas.
The Future of Tea
China produces over half of the world’s tea. It will be impossible for United States to simply stop importing Chinese teas.
Recipe's
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Christmas in July Chai (Flash Chilled)
By: Samantha Musil Yield 2-3 servings I absolutely love Saint Nick's Chai iced. Shhh! Don't tell Santa! I may like it better iced than hot. I discovered this entirely...
Christmas in July Chai (Flash Chilled)
By: Samantha Musil Yield 2-3 servings I absolutely love Saint Nick's Chai iced. Shhh! Don't tell Santa! I may like it better iced than hot. I discovered this entirely...
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Tea Popsicles
BY: Lisa Hall Yields 6 popsicles (depending on the mold) What you will need Freezer safe popsicle mold 3 cups of tea brewed at double strength Simple Syrup ...
Tea Popsicles
BY: Lisa Hall Yields 6 popsicles (depending on the mold) What you will need Freezer safe popsicle mold 3 cups of tea brewed at double strength Simple Syrup ...
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How to make the BEST Arnold Palmer
Arnold Palmer (Approximately 5 servings) This recipe is a fresh twist on the classic Arnold Palmer Mocktail. Using cold-brewed Ypsi.Land.Tea and fresh-squeezed lemon juice turns this ordinary drink into...
How to make the BEST Arnold Palmer
Arnold Palmer (Approximately 5 servings) This recipe is a fresh twist on the classic Arnold Palmer Mocktail. Using cold-brewed Ypsi.Land.Tea and fresh-squeezed lemon juice turns this ordinary drink into...
Rooibos
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Rooibos, Redbush Tea, Red Tea
The most common way to pronounce Rooibos is "ROY-bows” or "ROY-boss." In South Africa the pronunciation varies slightly by region and dialect.
Rooibos, Redbush Tea, Red Tea
The most common way to pronounce Rooibos is "ROY-bows” or "ROY-boss." In South Africa the pronunciation varies slightly by region and dialect.
Grading and Leaf Styles
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What is CTC?
CTC - Crush, Tear, Curl. This leaf style is uniform, with a consistent taste. CTC tea leaves infuse quickly and typically steep a stronger cup than whole leaf teas.
What is CTC?
CTC - Crush, Tear, Curl. This leaf style is uniform, with a consistent taste. CTC tea leaves infuse quickly and typically steep a stronger cup than whole leaf teas.
