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The Tea Lover's Handbook

The Tea Lover's Handbook
Magazine

The most popular beverage in the world (after water) isn't coffee—it's tea. Leaf lovers are passionate and curious about their beloved brew, and we serve up a captivating journey through the delightful world of tea, the extraordinary beverage that conquered the world and built the modern global economy. We'll explore the complex flavor and chemical profiles of tea, and the complex process of growing, drying, blending, packaging, and transporting it around the world. We'll discover flavors beyond Earl Grey and English Breakfast; we'll review essential tea gear like electric kettles, and we'll recap the extraordinary history of tea and its impact on world trade (including the American Revolution).

Sip, Savor, and Discover • A flavorful voyage through the world of tea

Tea Types: The Caffeinated Brews • Pick-me-ups that move beyond Earl Grey and English Breakfast

Basic Black • A tea lover’s journey starts here, with the bold and intense blends that define the drink.

Flavored Black Teas • Same caffeine kick, but elevated with heartwarming flavors

50 Shades of Green • The complex world of healthy green tea

Oolong Tea • The elixir that masters the art of partial oxidation

White Tea • Experience the undeniable charm of Fujian’s finest brew

Masala Chai • Spice up your life with some masala magic

Yerba Mate • Explore the tastes that defy traditional tea expectations

Tea Types: The Herbal Brews • Adventure into the medicinal, therapeutic, decaffeinated world of herbal teas.

Chamomile • A floral brew to guide you to dreamland

Echinacea • A natural prescription for seasonal sniffles

Peppermint • A refreshing brew to recharge your batteries

Ginger • A spiced sipper for digestive dilemmas

Lemongrass • A steaming cupful of relief sans pharmaceuticals

Rooibos • A South African remedy to put tiny tummies at ease

Tulsi • Harnessing “holy basil” to quell frayed nerves

Turmeric • A radiant brew for holistic invigoration

Cinnamon • How a warm cup can reduce unwanted flare-ups

Olive Leaf • The hushed hero of hypertension relief

Eucalyptus • Breathe easy with this stuffy nose solution

Valerian Root • Sleep like a baby with nature’s nightcap

Lemon Balm • The missing tool in your anti-anxiety arsenal

Passionflower • The flower-powered snooze solution for insomniacs

Elderflower • The blossom that packs a punch against infectious invaders

Lavender • The radiant brew for holistic invigoration

Tales of the Tea Trade • How this humble breakfast beverage altered the course of history

Far Eastern Roots • The mystical ancient origins of this worldchanging plant

Tea Grows Up • A local favorite is discovered by a thirsty world, and begins making the rounds

The British Empire • How the world’s premier maritime and trading power was fueled by a global taste for tea

Tea Leaves and Liberty • How the Boston Tea Party fueled the American Revolution

A Ceremonial Sip • A global journey through the rich tapestry of tea culture

High Tea’s Humble Beginnings • Satisfying the appetites of Britain’s workforce

Japanese Tea Ceremonies • A glimpse into the beautiful ritual known as chadō

India’s Tea Traditions • From unique preparation methods to chaiwalas to wedding brew culture

Chinese Tea Culture • The philosophies and rituals run strong in the birthplace of tea

Brewing and Serving Brilliance • Mastering the fine art of concocting the perfect tea experience

A Warm Cup of Perfection • The magic formula for steeping a...

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  • English