Although my absolute favorite teas are the Pu Erh Teas, when I am wanting a caffeine free option, my go-to is a Rooibos Tea, commonly known as the “red tea!" These teas are great anytime throughout the day, hot or iced, and have a wide range of health benefits associated with them! Unlike White, Green and Black teas, Rooibos tea does not come from the typical Camellia Sinensis plant. Instead, rooibos is actually from the South African bush known as Aspalathus Linearis, which is a member of the legume family (beans, peas, peanuts, etc.). There are two types of rooibos, red and green.When rooibos is harvested, the farmers cut the young branches by hand, and the leaves and stems are bound into bundles and taken to be processed. The bundles are then sorted, and then are either cut...
As a company, we chose to have all of our OBTC Logo Mugs be enamel mugs! If you've never used an enamel mug, you should definitely give one a try! Here's a list of why we love our OBTC Logo Enamel Mugs! The OBTC Logo Enamel Mug is great because it is: Dishwasher, oven and freezer safe! Durable enough to use over a campfire! Non-toxic! Lightweight! Easy to clean! Resistant to acids from food and beverages. Frequently asked questions: What is enamel made from? Enamel is made of powdered glass fused to a substrate by firing at extremely high temperatures. How do I care for my OBTC Logo Enamel Mug? Enamelware is very durable (great for use during camping!!); however, since the outer coat is fused powdered glass, the...
If you've ever walked into any of our stores, you may have seen the Olive Wood Honey Dippers near our honey section! These Olive Wood Honey Dippers are not only gorgeous, but they are actually quite useful if you are a honey enthusiast, like myself! Our employees regularly get questions about the function and benefits of using a honey dipper! The honey dippers that we carry are made from Olive Wood. These beautiful honey dippers are handcrafted in Tunisia, which is a North African country found on the Mediterranean Sea. They are formed from a single piece of wood, and are never glued or joined together. Sometimes, depending on the consistency, honey can be difficult to get out of a jar using a spoon without making a deliciously sticky mess! That's where our Olive Wood Honey Dipper comes in...
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...
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...
