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Tea Chronicles: What is White Tea?

Tea Chronicles: What is White Tea?

No my friend, the raw leaves are not white. They are as green as can be The name does not stem because of such reason. 

White tea or Silver Needle Tea is basically the bud (the unopened leaf) that has been sun dried. There is no manufacturing done to wither or dry it in the dryer. At a specific time early in the day when the sun is about to rise, ladies and men head out in the cold mist while the dew drops still lie sleepy on the leaf. Each bud is...


Tea Chronicles: What is Autumn Flush / Autumn Tea?

Tea Chronicles: What is Autumn Flush / Autumn Tea?

Tea manufactured in the month of october and november is known as autumn tea. This is characterized by a fuller, bolder taste. The liquor is coppery in color. Since it has a darker cup and is brisk, it is blended to form the the english breakfast tea wherein a dash of milk is often added. 

 


Tea Alchemy: Imagine .. Create .. Infuse

Tea Alchemy: Imagine .. Create .. Infuse

To delve into the mysteries of the mind, find an opening. For explorations of Flavors .. let the palate touch, feel, imagine, dream, go into a trance, slowly arise, realize, let your eyes smile and then reach out for more .. 

Many moons ago I asked a dear friend, an accomplished Chef, who lives many nautical miles away, where kangaroo and kookaburra...