Darjeeling – the Champagne of the Himalayas

Darjeeling teas have a higher amount of caffeine, making them invigorating and ideal for morning sipping. As they have a certain degree of oxidation...

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In Japanese culture, some words carry more than meaning – they embody a way of life. One of them is Kiwami (極), a term that signifies the pinnacle...
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Formosa Ruan Zhi Hong Cha – Notes of Wood and Fruit

Take a look into the world of tea with Marian Jaslovský, who is not only a great musician, writer, photographer and editor of the magazine ....
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Darjeeling – the Champagne of the Himalayas

Darjeeling teas have a higher amount of caffeine, making them invigorating and ideal for morning sipping. As they have a certain degree of oxidation...
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Christmas Giveaway – Win a €50 Tea Shopping Credit

As in previous years, we’re bringing a festive surprise to our customers this holiday season – we will reward two lucky winners with a TEA SHOPPING...
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Our tea journey continues from the mountains of Wu Yi Shan to the province of Sichuan, where centuries-old tea traditions meet modern technology...
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The Living Art of Yixing Ceramics

In the world of tea, few materials have earned as much reverence and admiration as Yixing clay. Its roots reach deep into history – back to ...
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In April 2010, we set off on a three-week tea journey to the cradle of tea – China. Travel back in time with us and read about how we went from...
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Hot tea in summer? Yes, and here’s why.

Can hot tea really be refreshing in the summer heat? Surprisingly, yes – thanks to the body’s natural thermoregulation. This article explores...
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