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Hints & Tips to help you enjoy a great cup of tea: July 2024

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  • How to Brew the Perfect Cup of Tea
    View our 5 simple steps to brew the perfect cup of tea.
    Posted: Wednesday 31 July 2024
  • Iced Tea Hints and Tips
    View our helpful hints on preparing Iced Tea.
    Posted: Tuesday 30 July 2024
  • The best way to store your tea
    By its very nature, tea is a hydroscopic product, meaning it will also very easily and happily absorb moisture and odours in the air. This absorption of moisture can impact both the quality and flavour of your stored tea leaf. Read how to keep your dry tea leaf in the best condition possible.
    Posted: Monday 29 July 2024
  • Pause when brewing for greater effect
    Read why it is important to allow your tea time to steep.
    Posted: Sunday 28 July 2024
  • How Do I Know How Much Tea Leaf to Use? Our Simple Guide to Finding the Perfect Measure
    Is there an exact quantity of tea leaf I should be using in my pot? We take a look at the factors that come into play when making this decision, helping you find the perfect measure.
    Posted: Saturday 27 July 2024
  • Tea Style Latte - Stove Top Method
    A tea style latte is a drink made with tea and a high percentage of milk. While a traditional café latte is prepared with using steamed milk and a tea concentrate, we find you can get a great result by using the stove top method for preparing your drink.
    Posted: Friday 26 July 2024
  • 5 Creative Ways to Enjoy Iced Tea This Summer
    At Stir Tea, we’re huge fans of relaxing in summer with a cold glass of iced tea! Today we’re sharing five of our favourite and most creative ways for you to enjoy iced tea with family and friends over the summer months.
    Posted: Thursday 25 July 2024
  • Exploring Bubble Tea
    Learn more about this increasingly popular beverage known as bubble tea, including its origins and magnificent floating balls. Try our recipe for a home made, sugar reduced bubble tea to serve at home or your next bubble tea party.
    Posted: Wednesday 24 July 2024