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Our next lesson was on the unique puerh and we tasted five different teas. Puerh is defined as a large-leafed, sundried tea that is either fermented or post-fermented and comes from Yunnan, which is i …

The second tea on the list for us was Oolong, which in Chinese means “black dragon,” a name that came from its originally darker color. Oolong is mainly produced in China and Taiwan. This type of tea …

The first tea type Nathan and I were “introduced” to was black tea, which consists of tea leaves that have been fully oxidized. When looking at tea, it’s helpful to notice the cut of the leaves. In mo …

Dispatches from Krista:Since I’m new to the tea business and am learning something – or more accurately, 20 things – every day, I thought it would be a good idea to share some of my newly acquired kno …

Chinese Tea CeremonyThe demonstration below is an abbreviated form of the Chinese Tea Ceremony, otherwise known as "Gong Fu Cha" or the "Art of Tea". Gong Fu Cha is often centered around oolong teas, …

Is loose leaf tea better than tea bags?Tea bags are convenient. Its no wonder bagged tea is the primary method most of the western world uses to make a “cuppa”. What is the real difference between loo …

Recommended Tea Books The Story of Tea By: Mary Lou Heiss and Robert J. HeissComments: A comprehensive book about all things tea. This is a great read for both general and specific knowledge. One …

Brewing Iced Tea doesn't have to be difficult. The main thing to remember is not to use extra leaf or brew for longer time, but rather use less water. Basically you want to brew a concentrate that wil …