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Twenty years of sourcing, tasting, and hand-packing teas from around the world. Here is everything we know about tea — the types, the history, how to brew it well, and how to keep it fresh.
Tea Knowledge
About Tea
What makes a true tea, the difference between white, green, oolong and black, and what the research says about antioxidants, caffeine, and health.
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Brewing
How to Brew the Perfect Cup
Water temperatures, steeping times, and five practical tips to get the best from every tea you try — from everyday black to delicate greens and oolongs.
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Storage
Storing Your Tea
The four enemies of tea freshness, the right containers to use, and a quick reference guide to how long each tea type lasts when stored correctly.
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History
A Brief History of Tea
From ancient China and the Japanese tea ceremony to Britain's national drink and the global tea culture we enjoy today — five thousand years in one page.
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