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Tea Simplified: A Newbie’s Guide To Being A Tea Drinker There is a huge wealth of information available out there in regards to tea. For a new tea drinker, it can be a lot to sift through. No matter what the reason for your newfound interest in tea, we want to make it simple and enjoyable. Here, we will answer all the questions you might have asked, and some you may not have considered asking. No snobbery necessary... and no pinkies up! Whether your vision of tea drinking is elaborate or simple, we provide the tools to get you started. The new vision of tea drinking begins with you. :)
How it’s made
China exports the largest quantity of tea worldwide. They cultivate and process roughly one-third of the total tea harvest of the entire world! As mentioned in the “tea varieties†segment above, different countries craft different varieties, and there are many regional specialties. Darjeeling teas, for instance, can only be grown in Darjeeling (a town in India.) They have specific practices and plant strains that make their tea unique and coveted. Many regions across the world have their own geographic traits that impact the flavor of the leaves, as well as customs in processing.
Loose-leaf
Some people choose to add milk to their black teas. This is the traditional English way of serving tea. You can also steam your milk for drinks such as a London Fog (an Earl Grey tea latte). You can also add honey or sugar. Any of these additions will add considerable fat or calories. However, it won’t diminish the positive benefits of the loose tea leaf!
Iced tea preparation can be done using several different methods. Cold-brewing is super easy and doesn’t even require the water to be boiled. Simply pour room temperature water over the leaves and refrigerate overnight! For instant iced tea, you can brew a concentrated hot tea and pour it over ice. Icing the tea doesn’t have a negative effect on the positive aspects of the tea!
Armed with this knowledge, you are ready to begin your tea drinking journey. There is so much depth to the history and culture surrounding this little leaf! The most important part is to relax and enjoy yourself. You don’t need to be an expert in the field to enjoy your own sensory experience. Simply allow your tea drinking moment to be a little meditation away from all the chitter-chatter of life.