Ever wondered what the difference is between matcha and green tea? While closely related, matcha and green tea are different beverages, with different preparation methods and histories stretching back hundreds of years. In essence, green tea is a loose leaf tea that is prepared by infusing the leaves, while matcha is a powdered green...

In the past few years, the blue tea or butterfly pea tea has gained considerable traction in the weight loss community. However, it is not a new variety; it has been widely drunk throughout China, India, South America, West and Easy Indies for a long time. What Is Blue Tea?  As the name suggests,...

FROM BLACK TO WHITE: LEARN ABOUT DIFFERENT TYPES OF TEA Legend has it that over 4700 years ago a fortuitous blunder caused a few dry leaves to accidentally fall into a pot of boiled water being prepared for an emperor in the hills of China. Since that time tea has exploded into the most...

A warm cup of tea is often just the thing when you find yourself fighting off a cold. But why is tea so effective at making us feel better? For one, teas are loaded with a variety of different ingredients full of health benefits. The best teas for a cold include peppermint teas, chamomile...

Licorice root is a popular tea ingredient that imparts a sweet taste to loose leaf tea blends. Aside from being tasty, licorice root also has a wealth of health benefits, including reducing inflammation, aiding digestion, and boosting the immune system. We’ll cover the benefits of licorice root tea, along with licorice root blends worth...