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Yunnan Tea Journey Day 1: Kunming
Day 1 of Spirit Tea co-founder Taylor Cowan's journey through Yunnan, the province of China that is not only the fabled birthplace of tea, but where his handpicked selections of some of our seasonal black and fermented teas are found.
The Road to Tencha
Translating to “mortar/grind tea,” the later steps its destined for, tencha is the finished-unfinished product of growing, cultivating, and harvesting. If you’re keen on your high-end Japanese teas, its cultivation is the same as gyokuro, the forest green, shade-grown tea, and shincha, the hand-picked first flush harvest.
What is Matcha?
Matcha, the bright, near-neon Japanese powdered tea now ubiquitous in cafes, restaurants, and grocery stores, has skyrocketed to the mainstream. Popularized as a powerhouse health supplement, we’re happy to see matcha is beginning to be appreciated for its taste and tradition. Though matcha does blend well into lattes, candy, and even soba noodles, let’s take a look at this unique tea and its place in tea history.
How to Make Iced Tea: Flash Ice & Cold Brew Methods
Iced tea is the most commonly enjoyed ways to drink tea, especially in the US. No matter the season, iced tea remains refreshing, familiar, and a fantastic base for signature beverages and cocktails. We have three tried-and-true methods we'd love to share with you. How To Make Iced Tea: Flash Ice Method 1. Heat water to usual required temperature for tea. 2. Prewarm vessels. 3. Measure out tea with usual dose (for added concentration, double dose). 4. Place tea in teapot. 5. Fill teapot with half the desired amount of water volume (e.g. for 12 ounces, fill only 6 ounces)....
Yunnan Tea Journey Day 2: Pu'er
Day 2 of Spirit Tea co-founder Taylor Cowan's journey through Yunnan, the province of China that is not only the fabled birthplace of tea, but where his handpicked selections of some of our seasonal black and fermented teas are found.