We've all been there. You go to a Chinese restaurant and they bring you some tea. Usually it's in a small pot that you use to fill your tiny cups. You try some and it is incredible. Part of that is due to the atmosphere, but it's also due to quality tea leaves that are brewed perfectly. This means that you can recreate the experience at home. But you need to get the … [Read more...] about What Kind Of Tea Is Served In Chinese Restaurants?
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What Happens If You Smoke Tea?
Whenever someone asks me this question, I always wonder why. Do you just like to smoke random things and you're wondering if tea could be one of them? Did you hear that some people smoke tea and you're wondering if it's true (and if you're missing out)? Are you looking for another way to get the health benefits of tea, apart from drinking or eating it? If you have a … [Read more...] about What Happens If You Smoke Tea?
Tea Bag For Drawing Out Infection (Does It Really Work?)
Do you have a serious infection? Then see a doctor! This is a site about tea. Nothing on here constitutes any type of medical advice. But if you have a small infection that you weren't going to see a doctor for anyway (it's probably better you do, though), then it makes sense to look for easy home remedies. And nothing is easier than simply slapping a tea bag on … [Read more...] about Tea Bag For Drawing Out Infection (Does It Really Work?)
Does Green Tea Stain Your Teeth?
I drink more than 10 cups of tea throughout the day, almost every single day. And I've been doing this for 20 years. I don't only drink green tea, but the truth is, all teas have a similar effect on your teeth. Keep reading to learn exactly what tea can do to your teeth. You will also learn what you can do about it. In the end, that is the most important question, … [Read more...] about Does Green Tea Stain Your Teeth?
Does Bubble Tea Have Caffeine? (And Is It Healthy?)
I remember my first time heading to Asia back in 2003. I went to Fukuoka Japan to teach English for a year. In my first week, I noticed several of my Japanese coworkers drinking a tan-colored drink with a bunch of little balls in the bottom. That's when I first learned about bubble tea. At the time, it had become hugely popular in Japan, after arriving from either Hong … [Read more...] about Does Bubble Tea Have Caffeine? (And Is It Healthy?)
Can You Make Tea In A Coffee Maker? (And Should You?)
Let me start off by saying that this is a bad idea. We'll get into the details why below. But I do understand the question. You want to start drinking loose leaf tea, but you don't want to have to buy a bunch of equipment. You already have a coffee maker and both coffee and tea are made with hot water, so why shouldn't it work? Well, there are a few things wrong … [Read more...] about Can You Make Tea In A Coffee Maker? (And Should You?)
Best Way To Store Loose Leaf Tea To Ensure It Stays Fresh
Tea can last a while. But you need to store it correctly. Stored incorrectly, the quality deteriorates rapidly. This results in a brewed cup with less flavor and more bitterness. This goes for tea bags, too, but those are generally not all that fresh anyway. That is why proper storage is much more important for loose leaf tea. So what is the best way to store … [Read more...] about Best Way To Store Loose Leaf Tea To Ensure It Stays Fresh
Why Is My Tea Cloudy? (And How To Prevent It)
Have you ever drunk a cup of cloudy tea? Then you know what it does to the flavor....absolutely nothing. I just thought I'd put it into perspective. If you occasionally get a cloudy cup of tea, it is nothing to worry about. I'll explain why it gets cloudy below and also tell you how to avoid the issue in the future, if it bothers you. It is generally more of a … [Read more...] about Why Is My Tea Cloudy? (And How To Prevent It)
Does Tea Break A Fast? (And What You Can’t Add To It)
Not everyone realizes this. Fasting doesn't just mean you can't eat. Most drinks are off limits, too. The generally accepted rule is that you can't consume anything with more than 50 calories. That rules out most canned or bottled drinks. But does it rule out tea? And if so does it rule out all types of tea? The answer is no. But also yes. Let's dive in and … [Read more...] about Does Tea Break A Fast? (And What You Can’t Add To It)
Which Tea Has The Most Caffeine? (The Answer Will Surprise You)
That's not just a clickbait title. What you read below will surprise you. That's because so much of the information you find online regarding the caffeine content of various teas is flat out wrong. Almost all sources tell you that black tea has the most caffeine. But that isn't really true. Black tea leaves actually tend to have less caffeine than other tea leaves. … [Read more...] about Which Tea Has The Most Caffeine? (The Answer Will Surprise You)