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  • Bailin Gongfu Black Tea from Teavivre

    Yesterday, for the first time, I brewed non-oolong tea in this Gaiwan I bought from Paul at “Cult of the Bitter Leaf“.  I wanted to try this Bailin Gongfu Black Tea from Teavivre for a long time. I had this sample at home for some time, but since it’s Black Tea, I didn’t rush into drinking it…

  • The Key to Making Stimulating Ginger Milk Tea

    February is often one of the coldest months of Winter, unless you live in Australia or Brazil. When it’s that cold outside, there is one kind of tea I really like to have: Ginger Milk Tea. The first time I really discovered this type of tea, I was at Radiance Tea House in Manhattan. The have a Ginger…

  • The mystical Hundreds Year Old Tea Trees of Yunnan

    In China’s Yunnan province, ancient tea trees still grow in remote mountain forests, producing some of the rarest and most fascinating teas in the world. These ancient tea trees of Yunnan are considered living fossils and continue to be harvested using traditional methods passed down for generations.

  • The Origin of Tea

    This article explores the fascinating history of tea, from its origins in ancient China to its spread throughout the world. Discover the myths, legends, and traditions that have shaped tea culture over the centuries, and learn how this beloved beverage continues to captivate people around the globe.

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