Tea, Part 1 - Classic


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Jul 15, 2004


Following are a list of popular tea types. Four good sources for purchasing tea on the web are:

Upton Tea
Simpson&Vail
Special Teas
Republic of Tea

Tea Types:
  • Assam: Strong, black tea from India
  • Darjeeling: Delicate black tea grown near the Himalayas, the "champagne" of tea
  • Ceylon: Strong black tea that undergoes a two temperature drying process, sealing in the oils
  • Earl Grey: Strong black tea to which has been added oil of bergamot (a citrus)
  • Formosa Oolong: From Taiwan, some drinkers sense a "peachy" flavor
  • Irish Breakfast: Blend of black tea, including Ceylon, has a robust flavor
  • Lapsang Souchong: Chinese black tea, characterized by a smoky flavor
  • Matcha: Bitter, brilliant green tea - the prize tea used in Japanese tea ceremonies
  • English Breakfast: Hearty blend of black teas, including Ceylon and Assam
  • Constant Comment: Ceylon tea flavored with orange peel
  • Gunpowder: Green tea from China
  • Keemun: Black tea from China
  • Jasmine: Black tea with jasmine buds added
     

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2.   Jul 19, 2004 10:47 AM
your primer on tea. I'm a tea drinker and it's always interesting to learn something new. I didn't know the caffeine in tea is half that in coffee. ...

-- posted by jerrib
1.   Jul 15, 2004 4:07 AM
Great article!

-- posted by CulinaryJen



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