Tea Review: Shan Lin XI High Mountain Concubine Oolong (By Eco-Cha)

Brand: Eco-ChaType: Shan Lin Xi High Mountain Concubine Oolong Origin: Zhu Shan, Nantou, Taiwan (1500m elevation, Summer2014)Preparation: 6 steeps, gongfu style (gaiwan). Rinse / 20 seconds / 30 seconds / 45 seconds / 55 seconds / 60 seconds / 90 secondsTemperature: 185 F I’m very pleased to now have Eco-Cha on my radar, and especially appreciative of their story and mission … Read more Tea Review: Shan Lin XI High Mountain Concubine Oolong (By Eco-Cha)

How to Make Mushroom Tea

Mushrooms have long been praised for their health benefits. Containing fiber and antioxidants, these fungi have been used in Eastern medicine since ancient times. Drinking mushroom tea has become quite popular, and making mushroom tea at home is an easy and healthy way to get the benefits of mushrooms into your body. What is Mushroom … Read more How to Make Mushroom Tea

Tea Dispatch No. 01 – Best Tea Finds

There has been a recent boom in the tea industry as people are becoming more aware of the many beneficial things about drinking tea. And it goes beyond the simple pleasure of taste, to the many health benefits of tea, unique tea recipes (such as tea-infused cocktails), the cultural nuances of tea ceremonies and history, … Read more Tea Dispatch No. 01 – Best Tea Finds

Best Teas for Surviving the Cold and Flu Season

Peppermint tea

With the cold and flu season in full swing, we’re all at greater risk of getting sick (or having to take care of someone that isn’t feeling well). So, allow us to give a little bit of friendly advice; reach for some of the best teas around and get brewing! For years, herbalists have been … Read more Best Teas for Surviving the Cold and Flu Season