Tea, The Fantasticly Versital Leaf
Tea is increasingly one of the most popular drinks on the planet. Unfortunately, some folks are intimidated by the prospect of choosing the “right” tea and are unsure how to make it properly once they do. Some teas have to be steeped for a lot longer while others will be bitter if you steep them for too long. So what should you do with the various teas available on the planet today? The following quick tips for finding the right tea and making it correctly once you do have been assembled in the hopes that they will help more people enjoy the beauty of drinking tea.
All tea leaves are not the same! Don’t make the mistake of brewing them as if they were. To bring out the best flavor in a green tea, steep for only a couple of minutes. On the other hand, black teas can generally take a while longer to fully develop their full flavor and also require hotter water. Don’t make the mistake of believing that just because your tea has already darkened that it is done. The flavor often takes a bit longer than the color to fully develop. When adding condiments, keep in mind that you should not add both milk and lemon as the lemon will cause the milk to curdle.
One of the best things about tea is that there’s a flavor for everybody. Green tea is generally milder than black tea and can be easier on sensitive stomachs. Earl Grey is another common tea but with a more citrus twist. Herbal teas have no caffeine and come in an infinite amount of fruit an herbal flavors. Looking for a healthy drink for your kids? Try a fruity flavored herbal tea. Chai tea is often drank with milk and sugar and makes a great after dinner beverage or morning drink. Now that you know a little bit more about the various kinds of tea, get out there and try some!
Finding the right foods to accompany your tea doesn’t have to be hard. Try a rooibos tea with chocolate and other sweet treats. Green tea goes good with light simple tastes like wafer cookies or delicately flavored sandwiches. Keep in mind that white teas have a very delicate, subtle taste. So whatever you chose to go with them should not be too strong or it will overpower your tea. In the past ten years, tea as also become a popular ingredient IN food. Especially green tea because of its health benefits.
Some of the most common teas people enjoy are loose leaf tea, green tea and blooming tea
Don’t be intimidated by tea culture, embrace it. Your taste buds and your body will thank you. Brew up a pot of your new favorite tea, sit back, and enjoy your life.