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The importance of a sustainability mindset

The importance of a sustainable mindset

Tea is, after water, the most popular drink in the world. According to the International Tea Committee, around 100 million cups are drunk every day in the UK alone, which equates to almost 36 billion...

Why is Sencha green tea so special and how do you make it?

Why is Sencha green tea so special and how is it prepared?

If you are a fan of green tea, you will certainly have heard of Sencha. It is the most popular type of green tea in Japan, where it is universally appreciated. It is said that with this wonderfully harmoni...

Whats in a name - tea, tisane or infusion

Tea, tisane or infusion: that's what the terms mean!

Tea If you take a closer look at the term "tea", you soon realize that much of what is often called tea is in fact not "real" tea at all. Tea in the traditional sense is just a...

What is steeping and why you should care

Brewing tea - that's why it's so important to do it right!

Brewing is a crucial part of tea preparation - those who master it will be rewarded with a great taste experience! First of all, it is important to know what is meant by "brewing tea...

Fascinating facts of the tea story

Fascinating facts about the history of tea

Tea has been an important part of human culture for centuries. The triumphal march of tea from its first use in China to the most popular drink in the world (after water) is almost...