If I were stranded and could only choose one beverage, I would probably take chai. A powerful blend of tea, herbs and spices, chai has been cherished for centuries in India to preserve health and increase peace of mind. But, the more we learn about chai, the more benefits we find. In addition to improving digestion, chai enhances the immune system, fights inflammation and has antioxidant properties. It has also been suggested that chai has antibacterial and anti-cancer effects.
Monday, 28 September 2015
Monday, 21 September 2015
Aroma of tea
Aroma - Marriam Webster defines it as: a distinctive pervasive and usually pleasant or savoury smell.
In tea terms, this definition also applies. What dictates the aroma of teas? It's easy to figure out each tea has different aroma even from the same region, with same processing and such. In a rough summation, there are several way to determine aromas in tea terms.
Friday, 18 September 2015
Wednesday, 16 September 2015
Brewing Oolong Tea
Thursday, 10 September 2015
Tuesday, 1 September 2015
Brewing Green Tea
1. Choose your tea. Quality loose leaf green tea is widely available these days but it is also a very perishable product, so be sure to buy from a reputable seller. The tea should be fresh and come in an vacuum packaging. Air is an enemy of green tea as it causes oxidation.
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