Tea Talk

Are you familiar with a type of tea called Puerh? It’s pronounced pooh-air. Puerh is a half-fermented black tea from China’s Yunnan province with a rich history dating back over 1,700 years. Puerh has a unique earthy and robust flavor that improves with age. Depending on the type of puerh and the desired flavor, it can be aged for a few months to several years, offering a diverse range of taste profiles. There are two types of puerh: raw puerh and ripe puerh. Raw puerh tea is pressed into cakes and aged in a controlled environment. The aging process can...

Over the past few years, especially since Covid, there has been a growing trend of people seeking to incorporate tea into their daily routines, creating a Tea Movement. Every day people ask me what teas I like and drink daily. I carry over 160 different kinds of teas, so there's something for everyone. Whether you are a seasoned tea enthusiast or just starting, I'm happy to guide you and offer suggestions based on your flavor preferences. What teas I drink changes with the seasons. As we move into warmer summer weather, I'm heading to lighter, fruitier teas like Honeybush Peach,...

If your family is like mine, they start drinking gallons of iced tea the second the weather warms up. To deal with this and to have some, too, I will brew at least 2 quarts to a gallon a day to quench their thirst and mine. The more people around, the more tea I brew, so we’re never out. This year, my family started asking me for some new flavors....so guess what I did? I found three wonderful new teas that I’m happy to share with you. As a bonus, since these are all decaffeinated, you can enjoy them all...

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...