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Curious About Cheese Foam Boba Tea? Here’s a Recipe

teasenz — Fri, 29 Nov 2024 16:02:00 +0000

Tangy. Creamy. Sweet. Bubbly. Imagine sipping a cup of iced tea topped with a layer of velvety cheese foam and chewy boba pearls. If this sounds like a dream for your taste buds, keep scrolling! Cheese foam boba tea has taken the culinary world by storm, and it’s time to create your own at home. This guide will spill the tea on what boba tea is, where cheese foam came from, and, of course, walk you step-by-step through a foolproof recipe. Plus, we’re throwing in bonus topping ideas to make your creation extra special. Foodies, ready your kitchen tools. What is Boba Tea? Boba (or bubble) tea is the iconic drink that originated in Taiwan in the 1980s, combining tea, milk, and chewy tapioca pearls served in a variety of flavors and textures. Its popularity […]

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Green Tea Infused Margarita: Tea Cocktail Recipe

teasenz — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 09:48:35 +0000

The Margarita is a classic cocktail beloved for its perfect balance of tangy lime, smooth tequila, and a hint of sweetness. It’s a drink that evokes sunny beaches and summer breezes, making it a favorite for those who crave a refreshing and zesty experience. But if you’re looking to elevate this iconic cocktail with a unique twist, infusing it with green tea is the way to go! Infusing your margarita with green tea adds an intriguing layer of flavor—lightly earthy, slightly sweet, and delightfully refreshing. Green tea is not only known for its health benefits but also for its cooling properties, making this variation perfect for hot summer days. The subtle bitterness of the green tea pairs beautifully with the citrusy lime and the vibrant notes of tequila. Whether you’re lounging by the pool, hosting […]

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Black Tea Infused Mai Tai Cocktail Recipe!

teasenz — Mon, 19 Aug 2024 16:08:47 +0000

The classic Mai Tai, a vibrant mix of rum, lime, orgeat, and orange curaçao, is a staple of tiki culture, celebrated for its balance of sweet, sour, and nutty flavors. Infusing it with black tea adds depth, while introducing a rich and bitter note that complements the cocktail’s tropical essence. A Black Tea Infused Mai Tai is perfect for late afternoon or early evening, especially during summer or warm, breezy days. It’s ideal for sipping at a beachside gathering, a backyard barbecue, or while unwinding after a long day. The infusion brings a sophisticated twist, making it a great choice for those who appreciate both the classic Mai Tai and the boldness of black tea. Here’s the recipe: Black Tea Infused Mai Tai Tea Recipe Ingredients: For Black Tea Infusion: For Mai Tai: For Garnish: […]

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7 Powerful Traditional Chinese Herbal Tea Ingredients & Benefits

teasenz — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 10:12:18 +0000

Guided by Chinese medicine, Chinese herbal teas are recipes of single or several herbs and tea brewed to treat or prevent ailments. The herbs used in herbal teas are tea leaves, aromatic plants such as ginger and cinnamon, as well as fresh or dried roots, barks, flowers leaves and fruits that dissolve their active ingredients when brewed. Here is a list of 7 commonly used ingredients in the recipes of Chinese herbal teas. What are their uses in Chinese medicine? Let’s find out! Honeysuckle Clears away heat and toxins The medicinal part is the flower buds of the plant. Honeysuckle is anti-inflammatory, usually used in the treatment of inflammation of the throat, respiratory infections, fever, high blood lipids, pneumonia, and acute inflammation of the eye. It can also prevent stomach ulcers. Honeysuckle can be steeped […]

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How to Make Orange Peel Tea? Recipes, Food Pairings & Health Benefits

teasenz — Tue, 01 Jan 2019 10:21:34 +0000

Who wouldn’t want to have an orange for a healthy snack? Oranges are known to have plenty of health benefits together with their juicy, delicious taste. Usually, people eat the flesh of this fruit and just throw the peels away. To save these peels and not put them into waste, there are plenty of ways to use them. From air fresheners and hair conditioners to jams and teas, there are numerous ways to enjoy the benefits of orange peels. Orange Peel Tea and Its Benefits One of the easiest ways to enjoy the health benefits of orange peels is by making tea. Making orange peel tea is easy and anyone can do it at home. This healthy tea is simple, yet it can surprise one with the slew of health benefits it gives. Anti-aging – […]

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Best Strawberry Iced Tea Recipe with Sea Salt Cheese Foam

teasenz — Wed, 18 Jul 2018 08:42:55 +0000

Ever tried combining strawberry with cheese flavors? Well here’s the new trend from Asia: a strawberry iced tea with a creamy layer of cheese foam. Words can’t explain how fantastic it is, you’ve got to follow the steps below and try! Ingredients: Here’s what you’ll need for two servings 10 g of Tie Guan Yin oolong tea Fine sugar 30 ml of milk 100 ml of whipping cream 20g of cream cheese 100g of strawberries Sea salt Instructions: Put oolong tea in the pot and boil on the stove with 600 ml of water for 10 minutes. Then strain out the tea, and discard the tea leaves. Add the sugar and stir until it’s fully dissolved. Let it cool down then let it chill in the refrigerator. Chop and blend the strawberries with chilled tea […]

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Summer Cooling Tea Recipes

Sonia — Mon, 16 Jul 2018 15:34:43 +0000

One of the best things about summer is sipping a refreshing drink on a relaxing afternoon. It’s even better when the drink is tasty, healthy and homemade! Now we have 2 summer-ready tea recipes that guarantee to cool you down. Cold-Brewed White Tea Recipe White tea undergoes little process and contains maximal amino acids. It has the effect of removing heat from the body and soothing the nerves, which makes it a perfect choice on a hot day! Cold brew brings pure aroma out of white tea, no bitterness, just like the soft touch of summer breeze. Ingredients: 8 g of white tea 100 ml of hot water 200 ml of cold water Ice Optional add-ins like honey or sliced lemon Instructions: Put white tea leaves in the teapot, pour in 100 ml of hot water to “wake up”the leaves. […]

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Fried Tea Leaves? Yes, Here Are 2 Recipes

Sonia — Tue, 10 Jul 2018 11:20:47 +0000

Fried tea leaves? Oh yes, it exists! It is trendy to add tea into food these days, such as the dish tea-scented chicken we introduced recently. Both brewed and fresh tea leaves can be used to make fried tea leaves. There are basically two ways of making it. One is to fry them directly, the other is to coat them in flour/cornstarch, or dip them in the batter and then fry, just like the way to make tempura. The Taste of Fried Tea Leaves How about the taste of fried tea leaves? It is simply amazing! Depends on the way and the degree of frying, the taste can be different, but a magnified tea fragrance and crunchiness guaranteed. The enjoyment doesn’t end after you finish eating – there’s an interesting aftertaste – similar as what you get when you are drinking tea. Unlike other fried […]

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Green Tea Chicken Recipe

Sonia — Sat, 12 May 2018 09:26:59 +0000

Tea-scented chicken (茶香鸡) is a traditional dish from Hangzhou cuisine. Tender chicken is cooked with assorted spices, yet the flavour is not too strong, but rather refreshing and well-balanced because of the unique ingredient: Hangzhou’s very own Dragon Well green tea (Longjing). It’s a dish that takes time, but surely you’ll have fun making it! What you need 10g dragon well green tea (longjing) 10g dried goji berries 3g dried orange peel 2g of ginger slices 3tbs of soy sauce 1tbs of dark soy sauce 1tbs of sugar 3tbs of rice wine a teaspoon of each of the following: fennel, clove, cinnamon bark, sichuan peppers. sliced turnip scallion garlic Don’t let it discourage you when you can’t find dragon well green tea. Try use another green tea that you can buy locally. Make sure not to […]

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Pu Erh Tea Blends: 8 Ways to Spice up your Pu erh Tea

Sonia — Mon, 07 May 2018 08:53:56 +0000

Although pu erh tea has a history of more than one thousand years, it is by no means too old to adapt. When you drink Pu erh, we can in fact add different ingredients to spice it up. Here is a list of 8 great pairings for you to try! Ripe pu erh with honey As early as the Tang Dynasty, pu erh tea was sold to border areas like Xinjiang and Tibet. At that time, people drank tea with milk, salt, honey and other spices added to it. The modern way of making honey pu erh is easy. Simply add honey to your taste in the brewed pu erh tea. It should be noted that boiling water destroys the nutrition in honey. Add honey in when the tea is somewhat cooled down to 50-60 °C. Ripe pu erh tea and honey can be […]

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