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TEA BLENDING: PEPPERMINT AND LEMONGRASS

Peppermint & Lemongrass is definitely a guest and staff favorite! Here are several reasons why: Versatility - This tea is a great comfort served hot during the winter months with a touch of honey, but also very refreshing when served iced during the summer (peppermint has a great natural cooling effect)! Health benefits - this tea is a definite "cure-all" in my book! When I have a stomach ache, migraine, or a cold that I can't shake, Peppermint and Lemongrass is my go-to! Some ailments this tea targets are: Nausea and upset stomach Headaches Anxiety and stress Allergies Insomnia Skin irritations Arthritis and joint pain Respiratory irritation and inflammation Antiviral and Antibacterial Delicious - when sampling this tea to guests, and when...

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THE PERFECT GIFT FOR THE TEA LOVER IN YOUR FAMILY

The Perfect Gift for a Tea Lover​ The holidays are my favorite time of year! I love time spent with family, the lights, the music, baking, and yes! - I love buying gifts for my loved ones! That can definitely be easier said than done though! Some of my family is super easy to shop for and some are a little tougher! If you have a tea lover in your family, whether they are already a tea lover or if they're about to become a tea lover (😉), here is a little fool-proof gift guide to give you a little help this season! ​​​1. Stainless Steel Infuser - This is the best infuser on the market! - and I've tried several of...

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THE PERFECT CUP OF TEA: STEEPING TEMPERATURES AND TIMES

It is a common misconception that all types of tea are steeped in a boiling water and for a set time limit. On the contrary, each type of tea needs to be steeped at a different temperature, and for varying times, depending on the type of tea and how strong you prefer it. Steeping a tea at the wrong temperature or longer than it's supposed to be steeped can lead to a bitter tasting and/or burnt cup of tea! Below is a list of what temperature each type of tea should be steeped at and for how long! These are our recommendations for the best tasting cup: 175 degrees F Green Teas - 2 to 3 minutes  Mate Teas - 3 to 5 minutes...

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