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March 31, 2014

  • What Is Tea Scum?

    Left this cuppa on the warmer too long… not ideal! Why Does Tea Get That Film on Top? Understanding Tea Scum Tea scum can be one of the more frustrating aspects of a daily tea routine. That thin film that sometimes forms on the surface of your tea isn’t just unpleasant—it can also raise questions… Continue reading

  • April in Tea History

    As I research assorted and sundry articles dealing with various aspects of tea history, I’ve run across a number of important historical events that have taken place in the month of April (or more specifically on the 1st). Here are a few of them: April 1, 2813 BC Chinese emperor Shung Mung discovers tea and… Continue reading