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Darjeeling Teas Beyond the First Flush and Second Flush
Darjeeling's distinct flavours and fragrances are well known and divided into flushes according to the harvest season. There are numerous varieties of Darjeeling teas besides the well-known first and second flush. These distinct varieties of Darjeeling tea accommodate a wide range of tastes and sensations, meeting the needs of different people on different occasions. Tea connoisseurs can recognise the region’s rich flavour range and adaptability by tasting these several Darjeeling tea varieties. Every variety offers something different, showcasing the inventiveness and long history of Darjeeling tea manufacturing. Allegedly, several other speciality and handcrafted variants exist that showcase the distinct terroir...
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How to plan the perfect afternoon tea party?
Afternoon tea is a British gastronomic custom that involves sitting down for tea, sandwiches, scones, and cake in the afternoon. Many people use the terms "afternoon tea" and "high tea" concurrently because they assume there is no difference. High tea is a British ritual in which tea is consumed while sitting in high-backed chairs at a table laden with plated foods. When to start the party? Afternoon tea is generally served between four and five o'clock in the drawing room. Afternoon tea is now offered in restaurants, hotels, and tea rooms across the world beginning usually at 3 in...
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Flowers that can enhance the taste of your tea!
Since the earliest times, floral buds have been infused in teas along with various other ingredients to create delicious blends. Floral teas come under the category of herbal teas and are considered to be very healthy as they are caffeine free. Whether you’re thinking of beautiful spring flowers, a chilled iced tea to cool down your body during summer or just love the flowery aroma, a nice floral tea is the best way to satisfy your soul. Read on to find a list of various floral teas that have a wondrous aroma and palate coupled with a number of health benefits!...
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All you need to know about Oolong Tea!
Origin Oolong is a tea representing the true craftsmanship of horticulture and tea production. It is a semi-fermented tea, and hence cannot perfectly fall under the category of green tea or black tea. Its form, palate and fragrance vary depending on where it's grown and how the tea master processes it. Its origin is traced back to the lands of China and Taiwan, where it is cherished even today. Due to its texture and colour, it was earlier called “Black Dragon Tea”, however, this name was later changed to oolong. The flavour of this tea can be sweet, light, woody and...
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10 unusual ingredients that elevate your tea from regular to exquisite
Growing up in India, most of us grew up drinking chai- a robust black tea steeped with flavours of spices. The entry of several niche artisanal tea companies ( including Karma Kettle) between 2015-2020 introduced Indians to a whole new world of teas. Indians were educated, informed, well travelled and realized that tea isn’t just “chai” or “black tea” or “green tea” it is a veritable smorgasbord of whole tea leaves, blends, botanicals, fruits, spices and ingredients that is nothing less than exotic. Today, we cannot imagine a day spent without savouring any of our specially-blended artisanal teas. Green...
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Tips to Brew Milk Tea : 6 must-have wellness teas for milk-tea lovers
Consuming green tea without the addition of milk or sugar has plenty of benefits, however, milk tea isn’t far behind if you brew it right. Picking a Tea Camp We have travelled far and wide to study tea drinking habits and pick the best ingredients to blend our teas. And what have we learned on our journeys? There are two types of tea drinkers in this world: those who love their tea blends sans milk and the other half, who cannot imagine tea without milk! Research has shown the benefits of drinking green tea everyday. So are milk teas...
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5 common tea myths busted: The truth about weight loss teas, caffeine levels, and hot teas in summers
It might be the second most consumed beverage in the world, but tea continues to be associated with several myths and strange practices that end up being exaggerations rather than based on facts. Tea is Second Only to Water Like all beverages that come with a host of health and wellness benefits (think vitamin water, packaged fruit juices, energy drinks), tea is no different. It’s the global beverage of choice and ranked second only to water: annual tea consumption now stands at 6.3 billion kilograms and it’s projected to grow to 7.5 billion kg by 2025 (source: Statista). That’s a...
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From the Garden to Your Cup
Most of us start our days with a hot cup of tea. This beverage is an inherently important part of our lives, especially if you're from India.
But how much do we truly know about the story of how these leaves make their
way from a tea estate into our kitchen cabinets? Let’s explore the journey of a cup of tea.
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