Infusing tea is a combination of science and art. Once you’ve selected the ideal loose leaf tea type, it’s time to brew. When it comes to steeping the perfect cup of tea, it helps if you have the right tools for the job. Matching...

Rosehip tea is a sweet, subtle tea and a centuries-old herbal remedy. This ruby red tisane is both beautiful in colour and refreshing in its flavour profile. Rose hip tea is made from the fruit of the rose plant. Rosehips are the...

Ginger is one of the oldest cultivated plants in history. It’s widely used in Ayurvedic and Chinese medicine for its incredible health benefits. The ancient Chinese philosopher Confucius allegedly ate ginger with every meal. One o...

Coffee connoisseurs will tell you how good coffee is for you. Tea drinkers will sprout the many health benefits of tea. But is one really healthier than the other? Is there a meeting of these two worlds or perhaps even a clear win...

There’s no doubt that sleep is an important pillar of health. Good quality (and quantity) sleep is something that a lot of us struggle to achieve. Modern life is busy and distracting, with a fast pace that keeps us up at night. On...

Drinking tea is embedded in the fabric of many cultures, ceremonies and rituals across different lands around the world. Most of us make tea in a bit of a hurry, yet the ritual of tea making is important and worth perfecting. Whet...

Pu-erh tea (pron. pu-ayr) is a Chinese tea worth discovering. Pu-erh tea is made from the camellia sinensis plant, just the same as the other ‘true teas’. We know the likes of green, oolong and black tea enjoy plenty of attention...

What exactly is jasmine tea? Where does it come from? Does it have any health benefits or risks? Jasmine tea is a refreshing and floral tea blend with an interesting flavour. Jasmine tea is a curious creation and one that des...

White tea may be a lesser known tea compared to green or black tea. Yet, the subtle flavour and fragrance of white tea is worth discovering for yourself. Long revered as a symbol of nobility and purity, white tea has an airy de...

Chai. Five Spices. One Tea. How can so much deliciousness come from just a few ingredients steeped in hot water? Therein lies the art of a perfect cup of tea. And while chai is no ordinary tea, it’s a fine example of how differ...

Ah… Chai latte! You can almost taste the warm spices and luxurious frothy milk right now. This spiced-tea drink has become especially popular over the last decade. Most coffee shops nowadays feature a delicious and warming chai la...

If ever there was a tea synonymous with calmness, it would have to be chamomile tea. Bearing a subtle floral sweetness, and a beautiful pale yellow colour, this tea helps to relieve stress, promoting stillness and relaxation. C...