The Tea Detective
Uncovering and Exploring the Facts About Tea
Uncovering and Exploring the Facts About Tea
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| The Sweet Flavor of Scented Tea |
| The Chinese have been working to perfect the art of scented teas since jasmine first came on the scene in about the third century. Since then hundreds of different scent combinations have been added, with China setting the worldwide standard of excellence for scented teas. |
| Scented teas are among the most popular of teas, right up there with flavored teas, with little differentiation between the two, other then the mode of flavor. Both can make either hot or cold drinks that are naturally low in caffeine, healthy, relaxing, and refreshing, day or night. Scented teas are made using a base of black, green, white, or oolong teas that have been processed and blended with flower petals to create their own unique flavors. Some scented teas from China you might like trying are magnolia, chrysanthemum, and rose. Silver Leaf Tea offers a lovely blend called Empress Blend Tea, |
| using a base of black tea, with lavender and rose petals with mango and peach flavor. Another great scented tea is their Lover's Cup Tea, a base of green tea with delicate jasmine flowers blended with the sweet, fragrant aroma of rose congou, giving it an intoxicating aroma and flavor. One of my favorite scented teas is Mint tea, either hot or cold. Nothing soothes quite like a cup of hot mint tea on a cold winter night. And in summer, served over ice and garnished with a fresh sprig of mint (possibly from your own herb garden) is not only refreshing, but a great thirst quencher as well. It makes the perfect addition to outdoor barbecues, picnics, and parties. |
| Litchi - China's Favorite Fruit |
| Litchi Hongcha is a black tea scented with juices from litchis, one of China's most popular fruits, which has a sharp, sort of citric flavor. Also sometimes called Lychee, it's a satisfying, refreshing drink, both day and night. |
| Modern Scented Teas |
| With an enormous variety of scented teas available today, it's fun to try new flavors. Some of the most popular scented teas available today are: black currant, cherry, citrus fruits, ginger, lemon with lemon peel, mango, minted green tea, orange with orange peel, passion flower, and red fruits. Some other popular scented teas from China include:
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| Chinese Gradings for Scented Teas |
| Extra fancy is better than Standard - one of the best is Yin Hao (Silver Down). Other fine examples are Cheng Feng (Spring Wind), and Chung Hao (Spring Down). The Japanese also produce scented teas, although these are not always readily available as exports to the United States, or U.K.. But if you happen upon some, these are recommended: Japanese Rose Sencha, and Sakura, as well as Japanese Cherry Flavored Sencha. Some other popular scented teas you might enjoy:
Enjoy! |
| For more information or to learn more about tea visit our other pages: Flavored Teas - Everyone's Favorite! Satisfy your favorite cravings with a healthy, low calorie cup of tea. Whether it's berries, citrus, or even chocolate (how does chocolate tea with chocolate chips sound?) or caramel, your favorite flavor of tea is just waiting for you. So who is Earl Grey, anyway? Earl Grey is probably the most recognizable of blended teas, but there are many other tasty blends that make the perfect beginning or end to your day. Organic teas aren't just good for you, but Mother Earth, too. Learn more about how organic teas are grown, and how to ensure the tea you're buying is certified organic by the country it was grown in. What is Fair Trade and how does it work? The origins of the early Fair Trade program and the organizations that helped to develop it, and are considered to be the founding fathers of Fair Trade. Blooming Teas - a delightful feast for the senses. Watch as these special hand-wrapped teas transform into beautiful shapes right before your eyes, and then enjoy drinking the freshly brewed tea. (a charming after-dinner treat for your guests) Specialty and gourmet teas - a treat for the taste buds. If you want to give your taste buds a unique treat, try one of the many specialty or gourmet teas available. With a range of flavors, from smoky to sweet, and everything in between, you'll never be bored by your beverage. The history of iced tea and the recipe for the summertime classic - sun tea. Learn the history behind iced tea and how a spur of the moment decision led to its creation, and the recipe for brewing up a glass or pot of sun tea - a summertime classic. Check out these recipes for hot tea - just what you need after one of "those" days. Nothing is more soothing, relaxing, or revitalizing than a cup of hot tea. If you've had one of "those" days and need to wind down, or just need a quick energy boost, check out these great recipes for hot tea, including one for sweet and spicy marsala chai. How should tea be stored? Learn tea storage tips and information on how to keep your tea fresh, preserving quality and flavor. |
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