Here are some tea related articles which we have written or come upon that we hope you enjoy reading.
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Tea can be classified as either heating or cooling in nature based on its effects on the body's internal balance, rather than the temperature of the tea when you drink it.
This article explores how this idea aligns with the holistic practices of Ayurveda and Traditional Chinese Medicine.Posted: Thursday 22 August 2024 -
Salt is not a common additive for most tea drinkers; however this practice has been embraced by tea drinkers in some cultures for centuries. In this article we explore the reasons why you may consider adding a pinch of salt to your tea.Posted: Wednesday 8 May 2024 -
This simple question evokes strong responses. We recreated a scaled-down version of a pioneering 1935 experiment to see for ourselves.Posted: Saturday 4 May 2024 -
We take a look at the delicate flavour and aroma white tea gives us, comparing the differences between itself and green tea. We discuss how white tea got its name and look at some exciting research into the benefits white tea can provide.Posted: Thursday 2 May 2024 -
Are you searching for tea for yourself or as a gift? Are you stuck on which tea or tisane to purchase? Let us walk you through the process we use to help customers choose the perfect tea along with recommendations from our range.Posted: Tuesday 14 November 2023 -
Read the latest guidelines (May 2022) from the Ministry of Health on caffeine in tea and beverages.Posted: Wednesday 9 August 2023 -
If you have a packet of tea in your cupboard that is well past its best-before (BBF), why not try a refresher roast.Posted: Wednesday 9 August 2023 -
Researchers from Edith Cowan University have reported that having a cup of tea each day may help people to have better health late in life.Posted: Monday 5 December 2022 -
Tea Meditation is increased mindfulness and intention when making and consuming your loose leaf.Posted: Wednesday 31 August 2022 -
The Stir team were curious to find out if a banana boiled in water might work as a natural sweetener for tea?Posted: Tuesday 30 August 2022 -
You may have heard that peppermint has qualities that can aid in digestion. Read this article from the American Botanical Council outlining the supporting science around this herb.Posted: Monday 1 November 2021 -
You may have heard the terms rooibos and antioxidants often used in the same sentence. Read this article from the American Botanical Council outlining the supporting science around this herbal tea.Posted: Monday 1 November 2021 -
You may have heard of fennels benefits to stave off hunger. Read this article from the American Botanical Council outlining the supporting science around this herb.Posted: Monday 1 November 2021 -
There has been extensive research into what benefits might be associated with drinking tea leaf (camellia sinensis). Read this article from the American Botanical Council outlining the supporting science around this.Posted: Friday 15 October 2021 -
You may have heard of Chamomile referred to as the Sleepy Tea (Tisane). Read this article from the American Botanical Council outlining the supporting science around this herb.Posted: Wednesday 13 October 2021 -
Tea, like fruit and vegetables is a natural source of polyphenols and flavonoids. With growing interest in plant based diets we consider how your cup of tea might interact with the level of iron you can absorb from food you are eating and simple changes you can make to alleviate any concerns.Posted: Tuesday 31 August 2021 -
When bad things happen to good teas, it’s generally the water that’s the problem. Yes – the water!
When brewing tea, many of us don’t give much thought to (1) what type of water to use, (2) how hot it should be, and (3) how long to steep tea before serving it.
Truth is, these 3 factors have a substantial impact on the taste, aroma, and flavours of tea.
Your choices here can make the difference between your brewed green tea being a smooth and fresh pleasure of flavours or not. Read more about how water impacts your tea experience in this article written by Peter Keen.Posted: Thursday 26 August 2021 -
Peter writes and researches on tea: its rich history, science and medicine, cultures and technology. He has kindly given Stir Tea his permission to share an extensive library of articles with you.Posted: Thursday 12 August 2021 -
In part two of our series on teacups, we look into whether or not the shape, size and material of your teacup can have an influence on your tea drinking experience.Posted: Tuesday 1 September 2020 -
"I am not sure what I’d do without tea" - read this light hearted view of life with tea. Article originally posted on The Guardian, written by Hannah Jane Parkinson 1 May 2020.Posted: Thursday 4 June 2020 -
In part one of a two part series, we take a look at the influence the colour of the cup we use can have on how we perceive the colour and taste of the tea we drink.Posted: Thursday 4 June 2020
