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April 1, 2011

  • 20 Reasons to Drink Tea in April

    Just as in March, there are tons of days in April to celebrate with a cuppa tea. I have focused on 20 of these dates to get you started and skipped some obvious dates, like Easter on the 24th and Tax Day on the 15th. The point is to bring some lesser known dates to… Continue reading

  • Green and White Teas for Spring

    As I move into spring, I find myself eschewing the rich black teas that I drank all winter and pulling out the green and white teas that have patiently sat in the back of my tea shelf for so long. Spring brings warmth, sun and green leaves and plants, making me want to drink something… Continue reading

  • Tea vs. Colas

    Tea vs. Cola: Comparing History, Health, and Variety With Coca-Cola celebrating its anniversary—first invented on March 29, 1886—it’s a great opportunity to compare tea vs. cola. While cola is a relatively modern beverage, tea has a history that stretches back thousands of years. A Brief History of Tea and Cola One of the earliest records… Continue reading