In a recent article, Bill Lengeman, that intrepid tea guy and reporter of all things tea, wrote about the “poetry” of tea names. Awhile ago, I wrote about the “circus” of tea names out there in this article. Let’s face it, consistency is not a byword in the world of tea! Romanizing tea names can …
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If you haven’t noticed yet, let me direct your attention to the fact that many tea names are comparatively bland and utilitarian. Let’s leave aside for now any names that have to do with a specific tea merchant such as Twinings, PG Tips, and the like, and focus on some of the rest. Perhaps one …
Just as there are some teas out there with downright strange names, partly because of language differences and partly as a way to compete in a crowded marketplace, for the same reasons there are some really cool tea names. Nothing seems to point out cultural differences like food names. We want our foods and beverages …
How do you compete in a crowded marketplace? One way some independent tea vendors employ is putting — uh, well, let’s call them “memorable” names on their teas. This is especially true when they come up with their own blends. That these names are memorable is a certainty. Whether they help you, the customer, make …
Tea may be seen as a “woman’s beverage” in Europe and the U.S., but men play a very significant role in the growing, processing, distribution, and enjoyment of this wonderful beverage. While many teas are named after women, there are some named after men, too. Plus a host of tea companies with men’s names. Members …
Tea has been seen as a “woman’s beverage” in Europe and the U.S. since it was popularized in Britain by Portuguese princess Catherine of Braganza after her marriage to Prince Charles II. As tea became more popular, a lot of tea rooms became havens where women could go and not be seen as wild or …
Celebrate Halloween with our spine-chilling tea blends! Our Rocky Horror Spice Flavored Tea is like it’s namesake, the Rocky Horror Picture Show; spicy and sure to move you. This blend is our famous pumpkin spice tea blend with hibiscus, rose hip, rooibos, cinnamon, apple and orange with tiny pieces of candy confetti added. Just don’t …
Recently, my best friend got married and made me the Maid of Honor. Some of my duties involved helping the bride plan the wedding, writing a speech, and organizing the bachelorette party. Bachelorette parties are usually known for being rowdy and raunchy, but if that is not your cup of tea, then why not actually …
Spring has sprung and that may make you want to change up your tea routine. Gone are the days of cinnamon and apples (we will see them again in six months), and it’s time to bring out the flowers. Yes, you read that correctly. Beautiful, colorful, blooms in your tea to help give your add …
One of the chief areas in India for growing tea is the state of Assam in the northeastern part of the country. There are hundreds of tea gardens (Chah-Buwas or tea plantations) with names that can be real tongue twisters. Two of my favorites are Borengajuli and Tarajulie (simple to say if you pronounce them …
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