Tea Room

29/03/2022

27/03/2022

Store
There are five elements to avoid to keep tea as fresh as possible: light, heat, moisture, odor, and air. Tea bags should be stored in their original container or placed in a sealed plastic bin. Loose-leaf teas should be stored in an airtight container. Place all teas in a dark cupboard at a consistent room temperature. Tea tends to absorb odors from food and even other strongly scented teas, so keep them separate. Freezing and refrigerating is not recommended as the moisture introduced can degrade the tea.
If unopened, tea will last about one year beyond the “best by” date. After opening, packaged and loose-leaf teas last about one year. However, some black and oolong teas can last up to two years, and more delicate teas may last only 6 months. The flavor is your best guide to determining how long to keep a tea in your cupboard.

24/03/2022

Make
Avoid purchasing expensive bottled teas or teas from shops that contain added sweeteners. To enjoy the maximum benefits of drinking tea, consider brewing your own at home. You can serve it hot, or make a pitcher of home-brewed iced tea during warmer months.
Black and oolong teas are generally steeped in hot or boiling water (about 210º F) and brewed for about 4-5 minutes. Green tea is steeped at a slightly lower temperature 180º F from 4-15 minutes. The longer tea steeps, the stronger the flavor with bitter notes.
Additives of sugar, cream, or milk can reduce the polyphenol content of tea. For the greatest health benefits, try serving tea plain or without too many additives. A dash of vanilla or cinnamon can mimic sweetness. Some fruit-flavored herbal teas taste naturally sweet to the palate without added sweeteners.

20/03/2022

18/03/2022

Lemon Thyme Green Tea
Fresh sprigs of lemon thyme make this citrusy tea so refreshing—it’s like sipping summer from a cup. My family and I enjoy it so much that it’s a staple on our southern front porch.—Melissa Pelkey Hass, Waleska, Georgia

17/03/2022

WHAT TYPE OF TEA IS THE HEALTHIEST TO DRINK?
This is the number one question I’m asked.
Here’s my answer every single time. The healthiest tea is the one you like the most. Because then you’ll drink more of it, and less unhealthy options like pop, coffee and alcohol.
Anything that comes from the tea plant is good for you.
Remember, it’s a plant.
A beautiful and magical gift from Mother Nature that’s been used as a health tonic for over 5,000 years.
Here are some healthy tea facts, keeping in mind I’m not a doctor. But I have watched a lot of Grey’s Anatomy over the years so I’m sure that counts:
Rich in antioxidants, vitamins & minerals that help fortify the immune system – nature’s very first vitamin water!
The detoxifying effects of antioxidants can help regenerate and repair cells and protect against harmful free radicals.
Polyphenols are believed to reduce the risk of degenerative diseases because they protect the sections of the brain responsible for learning and memory.
Powerful stress buster because of unique amino acid, L-theanine, which increases alpha waves in the brain and relaxes the mind.
Flavonoids help protect the heart from cardiovascular disease. There are 750x more flavonoids in a cup of tea vs. a cup of coffee.
Antimicrobial qualities help prevent dental cavities and bad breath.
Fluoride in tea strengthens teeth and increases bone density.
Post-meal digestive drink.
Can stimulate metabolism and burn calories.
Significantly reduce the risk of high blood pressure.
LET FOOD BE THY MEDICINE & MEDICINE BE THY FOOD – HIPPOCRATES
Drinking tea contributes to your overall health and well being. It soothes and stimulates. It improves your day & lifestyle. Tea is freakin’ awesome. Mic drop.

15/03/2022

What is matcha tea?
Matcha teas are a distinct style of Japanese green tea that is different in every aspect to all other teas. Matcha tea is shade grown tea (e.g., Gyokuro, Kabusecha), with the leaf matter removed from the fibrous veins and stems. This leaf material (called Tencha) is then milled between two stones until it is a fine powder called Matcha. The Matcha is then whisked into hot water where the liquor and leaf are both consumed. It is not steeped and removed from the water like traditional teas. Matcha is the tea served during the famous Japanese tea ceremony, but culinary grades are now used for all kinds of more casual purposes such as smoothies or baking.