Dear Tea Lover
In this newsletter we're sharing a little tea inspiration and some relaxing summer ideas.
Discover ways to use any surplus brewed tea with our suggestion of flavoured ice cubes, or unwind with a soothing thumb-bathing ritual.
You will find a delicious pistachio, shortbread-style, cookie recipe. Why not pair these cookies with a bag of Stir Tea to make a great gift.
I hope you can take a moment to relax with a cup of tea and enjoy this read.
Michelle and the Stir Tea Team.
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Freezing brewed tea liquor into ice cubes is a great way to use up any surplus tea left in the pot (or extend your leaves with a second steep). Adding the frozen cubes to your summer drinks helps keep them chilled plus introduces another layer of flavour as they melt. Our picture shows Earl Grey Rooibos and All Day Rooibos tea cubes (we used small paper cups as our moulds). |
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In Japanese culture, relaxation baths are often linked to health and longevity. Thumb bathing is a delightful extension of this practice.
To try it, pour your brewed hot tea into two separate teacups (we used a second steep of Japanese Sencha green tea). Soak each thumb in its own cup, taking long, deep breaths.
Even just a few minutes of this can help release tension in the hands and promote relaxation. We used big cups and ended up immersing our whole hands which was divine. |
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The Perfect Cookie to Enjoy With Tea
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Stir Tip for offering tea after dinner
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Offering tea to guests after dinner can be a little tricky when everyone is on their own sipping timeline—some want tea right away, while others prefer to wait.
To make it easier I prepare a tea tray in advance with a tea warmer, tealight, fresh flowers and cups.
When it’s time for tea, I brew it, pour it into a serving teapot, and present the tray as an attractive centerpiece. The burning tealight ensures the tea keeps warm until guests are ready to enjoy their tea at a relaxed pace.
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We have a skeleton staff on deck during the holiday season. You can still place orders online and these will be dispatched when the full team returns on Tuesday 21st January.
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Parting Message from Michelle
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| I wish you an outstanding NZ summer ahead filled with lots of wonderful tea moments.
Thank you for being part of the Stir Tea community and choosing to include the goodness of loose-leaf tea in your day.
We look forward to being of service to you in 2025.
Safe Travels and Happy Holidays.
Kind Regards, Michelle
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Celebrating The Little And Big Moments In Life With A Great Cup Of Tea
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Posted: Wednesday 18 December 2024
