Tea Talk

Are you constantly running out of your favorite iced tea? You brew it up, and it's gone almost immediately as your family pours big glasses to enjoy it. That's how it was when I was growing up, and that's how it is now in my house when my kids are all home. Even now, my husband and I can go through two quarts in a day. So, how do you solve this problem? As a fellow tea enthusiast, I wanted to share a refreshing and delightful way to enjoy your favorite teas – cold brewing. Cold-brewing tea has gained popularity...

Are you tired of drinking pop or soda and want something healthier and excitingly refreshing? Then, I have some delightful raspberry options for you. I love raspberries. They are one of my favorite fruits. When I stumbled across some delicious raspberry teas, I knew I had to offer them at my store for everyone to enjoy. Raspberry Oolong, Decaf Raspberry Ceylon, and Decaf Raspberry Green have been staples for a long time. They are incredible hot and iced. However, in my never-ending quest for new fabulous teas, I came across the remarkable Raspberry Chocolate Truffle Black Tea. It combines chocolate...

Can you believe it? I'm actually early in wishing all the mothers a Happy Mother's Day. I'm usually pushing the wire on birthdays and holidays. But this year, I looked at my calendar and realized that we're only two weeks away from Mother's Day...yikes! So, here's a thought. Have you considered planning ahead for the perfect gift for your mom, grandma, or special woman in your life, or are you more of a last-minute Charlie? I'd like to encourage you to be ahead of the game. Knowing you're prepared really does take the stress off. Here's an idea for you....

As the weather starts warming up, we need to pay attention to how much fluid we consume daily to keep our bodies hydrated. We often get busy and simply forget to drink, so our bodies don't get enough liquids to operate properly. While it sounds simple enough to say, "Just drink more," research indicates that many of us are chronically mildly dehydrated. Or we choose the wrong type of liquids, which can cause more dehydration. What should we drink and how much? From a scientific standpoint, most professionals agree water is probably the best choice. But what if you just...

Years ago, when I started drinking loose-leaf tea, I was horribly confused by some of the tea terminology. People would throw around all these terms, and I had no idea what they were discussing. It was like a foreign language. So, I started on a mission to learn the terms so as not to embarrass myself. This is just a mini-tutorial; there are many more tea terms, but it will get you started. Aroma is what you smell when you open your tea package. It’s also called the “nose”. BLT: No, not Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato, LOL. Instead, it stands...