Category: Tea
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ETHIOPIAN SPICED TEA
I’ve always been in awe about all of the many cultures from around the world who have their own special tea traditions. It’s so interesting that people from different regions of the planet, some thousands of miles away from each other, created their own variations of traditions, styles and blends of the same plant. Camellia…
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COFFEE MILK TEA
I had no idea coffee milk existed until I moved to New England. Maybe I’ve heard the word before but if so, it definitely didn’t leave an impression until I moved here. It’s one the many new New England things I learned after I moved here. Like, what the rest of the country would call…
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HERBAL TEA EYE PILLOW
I’m all about taking advantage of some relaxation time, but it is something I need to prioritize more. One of the ways I do that is by using an eye pillow. Have you ever used one before? They are wonderful! To make mine extra special, I like to add a little herbal tea inside of…
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HALLOWEEN MOCKTAIL PUNCH
Happy Halloween! If you’re looking for last minute party beverage ideas, look no further. This Halloween mocktail punch recipe will definitely be a big hit at your next party. The trick is to add dark colored juices such as: Add two or three of your favorite juices to a punch bowl. The combined juices create…
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A BRIEF HISTORY OF TEA
Brew yourself a pot of tea and take a little journey with me. I’m going to give you a brief history of tea. The history is vast and complex but I’m taking a quick peak into it today. All tea come from the Camellia sinensis plant, which according to legend originated in China. Tea was…
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AUTUMN CHAI TEA COOKIES
Cookies, cookies, cookies! Baking season has fully commenced and I couldn’t be happier. As a tea lover, it’s a great season to drink hot teas, which makes this an exciting time of the year and I embrace it fully. Today I’m sharing one of my favorite recipes, it’s called autumn chai tea cookies and I…
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MAPLE CHAI ALMOND GRANOLA
I’m a greek yogurt and granola for breakfast type of person. I love the versatility of it. There seems to be a hundred different flavors of greek yogurt and endless different kinds of granola. I feel like every morning is an opportunity for an exciting flavor combination. One of my go-to granola recipes combines two…
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CEYLON SPICE
Ceylon was the name of a former British colony in present-day Sri Lanka. Ceylon tea, or Sri Lankan tea is harvested in this region. The tea is well known for its bold, full-bodied flavor. It’s brisk and bright with variations of citrus and spice notes. I named this blend Ceylon Spice because of the region…
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PUMPKIN SPICE CHAI LATTE
Tis the season for pumpkins, right? I know everything is pumpkin spice right now, but who doesn’t love pumpkins? I am all about it! In case you missed it, Last week I shared a delicious pumpkin spice sauce recipe. You can find the directions HERE. It’s a super versatile recipe that can be used to…
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CHAGA CHAI
How do you feel about chai tea? Most people think of chai concentrate when they think of chai. But that isn’t what I’m talking about. Chai is the Hindi word for tea, traditionally it is black tea brewed with aromatic spices such as ginger, cardamom, cinnamon, etc. Usually it’s prepared with milk and sugar. Today…
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PEAR ROSE TEA GLAZED TOAST
Pears are one of those fruit that I really look forward to in the fall. There’s something so hearty and wholesome about them that gives me total fall vibes. I have a lovely recipe that brings me a lot of joy, pear rose tea glazed toast. It’s awesome in the morning. Essentially it’s a fancy…
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INDIAN SPICE
Indian Spice is a specialty herbal tea blend filled with powerful spices and herbs. Blended with all organic turmeric, Indian sarsaparilla, cardamom, black peppercorn and lemon peel, it will surely awaken your senses. It’s loaded with exotic flavors worthy of the Silk Road. Turmeric is well known for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits, making it…
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RED VELVET LATTE AT HOME
When you think of red velvet cake, what do you think of? I think of tea and cake time in a royal garden in 19th century England. Or maybe I’m thinking of Alice in Wonderland. So, I guess what I’m trying to say is that red velvet cake reminds me of Alice in Wonderland! Now…
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ELDER
It’s immune-support season! With the arrival of fall, we could all use a little help with boosting our immune system. An easy way to get our immune systems stronger is by adding medicinal herbs to our daily routine. Luckily, herbal tea provides a delicious and fun way to do that! We have a blend specially…
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MAPLE CHAI TEA OLD FASHIONED
Now that Fall has finally arrived, it’s time to get to the cozy side of life. I’ve got the recipe to start us off right. What better to start a season off with than a maple chai tea old fashioned? Halloween is right around the corner, then it will be Thanksgiving before we know it.…
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ASSAM MINT
Assam is a state in India that produces Assam tea. They have thousands of tea gardens and produce a unique flavor that is found in Earl Grey and English Breakfast blends. It is the largest tea industry in India, making about 50% of total Indian tea. It has a full-bodied flavor that is malty and…
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LAVENDER TEA & HONEY LOLLIPOPS
I recently bought myself a lollipop mold so I can dabble in confectionary-making myself. Once it arrive in the mail, I excitedly hopped onto Pinterest to get some recipe inspiration right away. To my surprise, I was pretty disappointed to find that most of the recipes called for artificial flavoring and essential oils. I knew…
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GREEN TEA ROCK CANDY
Did you ever make rock candy as a kid? I can barely remember doing it, but I remember it felt so exciting to watch something grow right in front of my eyes. I wanted to try to incorporate tea into the recipe, allowing the sugar crystals to pick up the flavors of the tea. To…
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EARL GREY SUPREME
For those classic black tea lovers, this one is for you. Which famous flavored tea do you think is the most popular? Well, if you’ve read the title of this post you’d know it’s Earl Grey. Winky face. Made with Bergamot oranges that are native to a small stretch of land in Southern Italy. The…
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OOLONG CHERRY BREAKFAST TARTS
I’m sure all of us grew up eating Pop-tarts, they were always such a special treat and I will always have a soft place in my heart for them. I began making my own shortly after we opened our coffee and tea shop. A local bakery we partnered with introduced me to them and they…