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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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Can You Drink Oolong Tea with Milk?

teasenz — Mon, 01 Jul 2024 15:19:40 +0000

If you’re a tea enthusiast or a food blogger, you’ve likely explored making the ultimate tea with milk. But have you ever wondered, whether you can drink oolong tea with milk? The answer is a resounding yes! This blog will guide you through the fascinating world of oolong tea, its compatibility with milk, and how to create the perfect oolong milk tea. What is Oolong Tea? Oolong tea is a traditional Chinese tea known for its unique processing method that involves partial oxidation. Originating from Fujian and Guangdong provinces, oolong tea has a rich history that spans centuries. The name “oolong” translates to “black dragon,” reflecting the tea’s distinctive curled leaves. Oolong tea is not just delicious; it’s also packed with health benefits. It’s rich in antioxidants, helps in weight management, and can improve heart […]

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Wu Liang Shan Pu Erh Review: Chrysanthemum Aroma?

teasenz — Sat, 05 Feb 2022 14:18:39 +0000

In this post we're going to review Puerhtea.eu's raw pu erh tea cake from Wu Liang Mountain. This raw pu erh has a truly unique flavour which we haven't tasted before in any cake

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Teasenz.eu: 2018 Yiwu Chunyun Raw Pu Erh Cake Review

teasenz — Tue, 29 Jun 2021 13:28:59 +0000

Today we’re reviewing a raw pu erh cake called ‘Yiwu Chunyun‘. If you’re into pu erh with soft flavours and notes of flowers and honey, make sure to read this review. The name explained Basically the name refers to the Yiwu region in Yunnan, and ‘Chunyun’ literally translates to ‘Spring Rhyme’. In other words, we’re dealing with a 2018 Spring season raw pu erh tea from Yiwu. The Appearance The cake itself looks wonderful. It consists of a mix of leaves and white buds. It does seem to also contain a few stems, but that shouldn’t ruin the party. The cake has the size of a traditional 200g cake. However, due to the loose compression, it only weights 180g. There are a few benefits and disadvantages of loosely compressed cakes. The advantage of loose compression […]

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Sri Lanka Tea History: Discover Ceylon Tea Culture & Types

teasenz — Fri, 21 Jun 2019 10:03:23 +0000

History of Sri Lanka is fascinating as the country itself. Many years ago, the country had a strong culture and heritage and it was ruled by the kings for many generations. Far back in the 16th century, the country was invaded by many foreign forces that came looking for spices, gems, and such other treasures. The Colonial Past From the 16th century, the country has been invaded by the Portuguese, Dutch and by the British. Like many other Asian countries, Sri Lanka also faced the fate of becoming a British colony in 1815s and the country was named as “Ceylon” by then. The tea culture of Sri Lanka was started back then when the coffee plantations of the country started to wipe out due to a fungal disease. In 1839 British brought a tea plant from […]

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3 Types of Anhua Dark Tea

teasenz — Wed, 08 May 2019 21:22:18 +0000

Besides pu erh tea, other members of the dark tea family include Hunan Anhua dark tea, Hubei green brick tea, Guangxi Liu Bao tea, Sichuan Tibetan tea (border tea), Anhui dark tea and Shaanxi dark tea. In this guide, we’ll discuss the different types of Anhua Dark tea. If you’re not familiar with Anhua, tea you may first read our introductory guide to Anhua dark tea. 1. San Jian Tea The word “jian” from san jian tea means “the tip”, as it is processed from the tender leaves picked during the rainy season. San jian tea is packed in bamboo baskets in loose form, which the oldest form tea packaging method. According to the different grades of the raw material, san jian tea is divided into three types: tian jian tea, gong jian tea and […]

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Hunan Anhua Dark Tea: A Comprehensive Guide

Sonia — Wed, 08 May 2019 21:21:15 +0000

Dark tea? What’s dark tea? You mean pu erh tea? The truth is, even many seasoned tea lovers aren’t fully sure what dark tea is and how it fits in the picture of all the other types. Pu erh tea, in fact, is a type of dark tea, but due to the overwhelming popularity of pu erh, other dark teas are often forgotten. Yet, for those pu erh tea lovers, who looking for an adventure, the other types of dark tea must be explored. In this guide, we will introduce you to other kinds of dark tea from Anhua, Hunan. Read further to learn more about its origin, history, and characteristics. Origin, Geography Anhua dark Tea is produced in Anhua County, Hunan Province, China. It is a mountainous area with four distinct seasons. With abundant […]

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What is Purple Tea? Types & Benefits Explained

Sonia — Thu, 24 Aug 2017 09:49:55 +0000

In China, purple tea refers to tea cultivars that is related to the mainstream Yunnan large leaf tea subspecies var.assamica, the cultivar used for producing pu erh. Purple Tea Is Not A Tea Category We all know about green tea and black tea, but is purple tea a new type of tea category? The answer is: no. Teas are classified based on the processing method applied. The term ‘purple tea’ refers to a tea cultivar, which can be processed in any type of tea such as green, black, oolong or pu erh. 2 Types of Purple Tea What many don’t know is that there are two types of purple tea in terms of raw leaves: one is Zi Ya (紫芽), and the other is Zi Juan (紫娟). We’ll discuss the differences below. Zi Ya (Purple […]

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Top 5 Herbs for Women According To Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM)

Sonia — Tue, 15 Aug 2017 09:39:13 +0000

Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) is an ancient medical system formed over 2,500 years and has been evolved ever since. Practices of TCM include Chinese herbal medicines, acupuncture, therapeutic massage (tui na), tai chi, breathing exercises (qi gong) and dietary therapy. These practices have all been used to treat and prevent different kind of female health problems. Check the following list for 5 therapeutic ingredients commonly used in traditional Chinese medicine that are most useful for women’s health. Yi Mu Cao (Motherwort) In Chinese, Yi Mu Cao means “herb that is beneficial for mothers” – a perfect name for this plant. For over 2000 years, it has been used in many TCM prescriptions that help increase fertility. Yi Mu Cao is proven to have stimulative effects to the uterus, and it is usually paired with Xi […]

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Pu erh Grading Standard

Sonia — Tue, 11 Jul 2017 10:19:25 +0000

Each tea has its own grading standard based on its quality and condition. Pu erh is the same. Due to the quality of raw material (mao cha / 毛茶) and the difference in process, Pu erh is sorted into ten grades. From the highest grade to the lowest, there is Gong Ting Pu erh (宫廷普洱 / the Imperial Grade), the Gift Tea Grade, the Special Grade, 1st Grade, 3rd Grade, 5th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, 9th grade and 10th Grade. Generally, the higher grades of Pu erh have more buds, while the lower grades contain larger and less tender leaves. Let’s check out the grading standard: Grade Dry Leaves Liquor Taste & Aroma Brewed Leaves Imperial Grade Tightly rolled, straight, fine golden buds Red and dense with rich fragrance Heavy and mellow, 10+ steeps […]

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