Ever since ancient times the Chamomile plant has been widely touted as a health elixir or some magic remedy to all kinds of ailments. Naturally, one of its main uses was (and still is) in the form of an herbal tea. This reputation of this daisy-like flower of being a boost to one’s health remains to this day, as
Stories About Tea welcomes our first international guest writer, who will contribute once a month! Meet Bente from Tanzanian Kilimanjaro Specialty Tea, who specializes in manufacturing tea at the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. Read our introduction interview! Who are you and what do you do within the tea industry? My name
Japan is most know for their green teas, Matcha and Sencha in particular, but perhaps no tea is more prized in the land of the rising sun than the delicate and slightly sweet Gyokuro, or “jade dew”. Gyokuro tea was first introduced during the Edo period in 1835. Tea merchant
Drinking herbal tea whilst doing some good for the environment in the Netherlands, who wouldn’t want to do that? Well, it just so happens to be the business model of Ptthee, a company founded by Matthijs Westerwoudt (30) and Daan van Diepen (27). Stories About Tea sat down with Matthijs to talk about farmers, bees, biodiversity and landscape restoration. “Years
Dilmah is one of the most well know teas in the world. Stories about Tea spoke with CEO Dilmah Fernando, one of the twee sons of Dilmah-founder Merrill Fernando. A monologue. “The most important thing, and the thing that Dilmah has added to the tea category in Sri Lanka, is
We all have seen it, that little oily layer of scum on the surface of a freshly brewed cup of tea. But what is it really, and more importantly is it harmful? Well, the quick answer is no, but before we go on, the scum should not be mistaken for
At over 8000 feet above sea level the Kolukkumalai Tea estate in Southern India is thought to be the the highest plantation of orthodox tea in the world. Over the years, this beautiful region, with its breathtaking scenery that is only accessible by jeep, has become a popular destination among
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