The Centuries-Old Practice of Matcha Making: The traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony, or "Chado," is a ritual that dates back to over 900 years ago. The four pillars of this ceremony are harmony, respect, purity and tranquility. Matcha, the purest form of green tea, is prepared and consumed in this ritual. Traditionally, the matcha bowl, or the "chawan," is the vessel you drink your tea out of, and the flat spoon, or the "chashaku," is what you use to scoop the matcha into the bowl. After adding water to your matcha, the whisk, or the "chasen," is used to froth and aerate the mixture into a smooth consistency. These tools are simple to use and get back to the roots of...
JANUARY 2021 Happy New Year friends! I hope you all had a great holiday season filled with love, joy, and relaxation! While 2020 was a year full of obstacles we were not expecting, we made it to a new year! We are hopeful 2021 will be full of positivity, health, new adventures, and of course, lots of tea. With the new month comes new products of the month! Check them out below! 👇 Tea Blend of the Month: White Peach & Cleanse WHITE PEACH & CLEANSE is earthy with a ripe peach flavor! It will help detoxify the organs, while helping the body resist oxidative damage. We like to drink this blend when we feel sluggish or unwell due to overindulgence in...
Hi friends, This is Bailey here from OBTC. On January 1st we are starting the Matcha Challenge - 1 cup of match each day for the entire month of January. A year ago, I reached out to my mom, who is a 3 time cancer survivor, and told her that if she would drink Matcha daily for a whole month, I would too. I told her about Matcha's cancer fighting abilities which is, obviously, the main reason I wanted her to try it out... but she didn't like Matcha! So I told her more about how it positively effects our mood, ability to focus, and long term neurological health. I told her about how it promotes healthy digestion and metabolism,...
CHEERS TO THE OLD FASHIONED: A NEW YEAR'S EVE MOCKTAIL Blood Orange & Bourbon Brew Tangy citrus with oak and caramel make the perfect mocktail... Or cocktail (just add whisky 😉). INGREDIENTS: Orange peels, hibiscus flowers, rose hips, rooibos, pu erh, sweet corn kernels, American oak wood chips, and natural flavors. BREW TIPS: Serve hot with a spoonful of honey and a splash of almond milk or cream. PRO TIP: Add a little ✨ spice ✨ to your brew with some bourbon to create a perfect spin on an Old Fashioned! The bright and vibrant citrus flavors from the Blood Orange tea blend harmoniously with the oaky and caramel-like Bourbon Brew. This smooth combo is high in Vitamin C and antioxidants, and is a natural...
Hello Tea Lovers! Merry Christmas We hope it is cozy, sweet, and joyful! All OBTC locations are closed today, but come see us after Christmas for your holiday detox essentials! Don't forget… 1. Smiling is contagious - share joy with your holiday companions by showing them the love you feel with a smile. Start the day with a gratitude meditation dedicated to your main people. 2. Tea is always a good idea. We are biased - we know - but it is. It's Christmas - make it a tea latte! *instructions below* 3. Make the most of the day by being fully present and playing any chance you get. Get outside and play, play board games, indulge your inner kid...
