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Tea Processing: How the Six Types of Tea Are Made

What makes green tea fresh and vegetal, black tea rich and malty, or oolong tea fragrant and complex? Much of the answer lies in tea processing. All six major types of tea—green, white, yellow, ool...

Tea Processing: How the Six Types of Tea Are Made

The Origins of Tea: A Brief History of Tea Culture

Few beverages have travelled through history as gracefully as tea. Today, it is enjoyed in countless ways, from a simple morning cup to carefully prepared tea ceremonies. Yet behind every infusion ...

How to Brew Tea: A Guide to Better Flavour and Everyday Rituals

A good cup of tea depends on more than the leaves themselves. Water temperature, steeping time, the amount of tea you use and the vessel you choose all influence the final flavour. The good news is...

The Benefits of Tea: A Guide to Wellness, Flavour and Daily Rituals

Tea has been enjoyed for centuries, appreciated for its distinctive flavours, natural aromas and place in everyday life. From a refreshing cup of green tea in the morning to a pot of oolong shared ...

Understanding Chinese Tea Cups: Materials, Craftsmanship, Selection & the Art of Tea

A tea cup is more than a vessel for holding tea. Its material, shape, weight and surface all contribute to the experience of drinking. From the delicate translucency of fine porcelain to the expres...

The Ming Dynasty Tea Ceremony: How China Transformed the Art of Tea

The Ming Dynasty (1368–1644) marked a defining period in the history of Chinese tea culture. During these centuries, loose-leaf tea gradually became the dominant form of tea preparation, teapots ga...

How to Style a Vintage Floral Tea Set for Afternoon Tea

A beautiful afternoon tea table does not need to feel elaborate. With the right balance of pattern, texture, and proportion, a vintage floral tea set can become the natural center of an elegant an...