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Black tea is arguably the most popular form of tea in Western culture. Iced tea, sweet tea, and the refreshing Arnold Palmer are almost always made with black tea. English teas such as Earl Grey or Breakfast Tea are black tea blends. The common Lipton bags you find at the local diner, you guessed it, … Read more Best Black Tea
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
Genmaicha is a Japanese green tea made from brown rice. In Japan, genmaicha is the name for green tea combined with roasted brown rice. It is also often referred to as “popcorn tea” as well because sometimes a few grains of rice pop as it gets roasting during the process of tea making and it … Read more The Complete Guide to Genmaicha Tea
Here are Tea Minded we like to keep on top of the latest trends in tea. With that in mind, lets take a look at tea-infused cocktails! The trend of artisan cocktails are now being enjoyed by tea and cocktail lovers alike. The every growing popularity of tea-infused cocktails first launched in America but has … Read more Tea Cocktail Recipes
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
What is Green Tea? Green tea is one of the most ancient beverages in the world. Green tea, black tea, oolong, white and pu’er, all are cultivated from the same plant, called the Camellia Sinensis. The unique taste of each tea comes from the regions where they grow and the way they are processed. This … Read more A Complete Guide to Loose Leaf Green Tea
In today’s fast paced environment and with ever evolving technologies and products, some may fear that traditions risk being cast aside in favor of the new and up-and coming. Fortunately, this is not the case in the world of tea — with more independent tea shops and vendors creating new and inventive ways to market … Read more Loose Leaf Tea Essentials – A “Getting Started” Guide
Tea has been a popular drink for centuries. And, as noted from the many articles here on TeaMinded, there are variety long-standing traditions surrounding the brewing and drinking of loose leaf tea. Various cultures have different customs and tools deemed most proper for preparing and drinking tea. And, while often overlooked (and not traditionally considered), … Read more How To Brew Tea Using a Traditional French Press
The tea community is growing, and with vast variety of teas now accessible more than ever, it has generated the need and desire to have them presented to us in different ways. This couldn’t be more apparent than with the rise in Tea subscriptions. A service curated to bring and introduce you to new and … Read more Best Tea Subscriptions
Here at TeaMinded we’re always on the search to find the best tea, and love to discover new tea resources and brands that are organic, environmentally friendly and have great tasting tea. Not too long ago we tried a ceremonial matcha that had a very distinctive, and incredibly satisfying, taste. It quickly rose to our … Read more Tea Merchant Review – Japanese Green Tea Company