Tea Tales — Darjeeling Tea
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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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The Exquisite Essence of Darjeeling Teas: A Journey Through First Flush, Second Flush, and Muscatel
Nestled in the foothills of the majestic Himalayas in northeast India are teas revered for not only their unique flavours and aromatic profiles but also for the historic tales they've woven throughout their storied past. As we herald the much-anticipated first-flush tea season, where luminous new growth is collected for its delicate, ethereal character and sweet repose, let's pursue a journey to discover the allure of Darjeeling teas, immersing ourselves in the enchanting realms of the first-flush, second-flush, and the illustrious Darjeeling muscatel. First Flush: The Champagne of Teas The Darjeeling tea estates come alive as spring settles. The first...
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Teas that boost the results of intermittent fasting plan
Our bodies are accustomed to absorbing energy from food throughout the day. Hence, it’s normal to experience some discomfort during the initial days of intermittent fasting. Drinking tea can help ease these symptoms, as your body starts to adjust to the fasting period. Tea can help you ease into fasting by reducing some of the common side effects and changing your eating habits. By decreasing ghrelin levels, tea can help block the hunger hormones, effectively stopping the pangs. Here are the types of teas that can help you on your weight loss journey: Hibiscus Tea Hibiscus tea can aid in natural...
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Which came first, coffee or tea?
Coffee and tea, just like peanut butter and jelly, have a unique chemistry and shared history in numerous households and cafes all around the world. Wherever one goes, the other tags along pretty much every time. A question that comes to mind now is which one of the two originated first, tea or coffee? Origin of Tea-Tea was first prepared in China around 2700 BC, making it one of the world’s earliest beverages. Evidence shows that tea was consumed for a good thousand years before coffee was cultivated for the very first time. After its discovery, tea was initially consumed...
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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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Most Beautiful tea Gardens of India
Do you know India is one of the largest tea growers of the world? If there is one thing that Indians are known for, it’s certainly their love for tea. We fondly call our tea ‘Chai’ and it is perhaps the second most-consumed drink after water. If you are a tea lover you must have felt the pangs if someday you missed your refreshing morning cup of tea. Have you ever pictured yourself sipping on your favorite cup of tea amidst a lush green tea garden soothing both your eyes and mind? Indian tea gardens and estates are filled with...
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Mother’s Day: Gift your mom 5 memorable voyages with our travel-inspired teas
Our Mother’s Day tea collection features 6 travel-inspired teas and a limited edition gift box that will transport the most special women in our lives to mystical and unique travel destinations across India. Mother's Day Memories Mother's Day always takes us back to our childhood, to some of our earliest memories with our moms. And food has been such an integral part of these moments! We loved tasting chocolates and juices, threw a fit before gulping down garam doodh, and felt like a grown up when we got to sip our first cup of chai. Through all this masti, our mothers have been our...
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Darjeeling – The Best Tea Tourism Spot in the World
The Fabulous Five - Archibald Campbell, a civil surgeon of the Bengal Medical Service who was posted as Superintendent of the sanatorium town of Darjeeling from 1841, was also a keen botanist.
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