Bitterness is one of the most common complaints about black tea - but before you blame the leaf, consider what you are actually brewing with.The honest truth is that most bitterness people associate with black tea comes not from loose leaf at all, but from teabags. And there...
Does black tea have more caffeine than green tea? Short answer: yes, black tea generally has more caffeine than green tea. But the full picture is more interesting - and more useful - than a simple yes or no. Let's get into it.Both teas come...
What happens when you drink black tea every day? The science on antioxidants, gut health and focus tells a more interesting story than most people expect. Black tea is one of the most studied beverages in nutritional science. The evidence for its effects on the body -...
Black tea is the most consumed tea in the UK - yet most people have never tasted what it actually tastes like. That's not a contradiction. It's a problem that flavourings, poor brewing habits, and mass-market teabags have quietly created for decades.This guide exists to...
There are more types of tea in the world than most people realise - and they all start with a single plant. All tea comes from one plant - Camellia sinensis. How the leaves are processed after picking determines the type: white, green, oolong, black, yellow,...
Winter is the season for cosy mugs, indulgent desserts, and flavours that feel warming from the inside out - so what could be better than creating the perfect winter tea pairing? As the winter chill sets in, there’s nothing quite like the warmth of a perfectly...
We've always found authentic chai to be particularly comforting. During the cold autumn months, when the weather gets unbearably miserable, a hot cup of home-made milky chai is capable of lifting anyone's spirits! Particularly so, if it's dairy free and incredibly yummy! Spice it Up There are...