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History · The Long View

A Short History of Tea: From Leaf to Ritual

Five thousand years, three continents and one leaf. How a wild plant became the most-consumed drink on earth after water.

By The House at Blooming Advice  ·  5 Min Read

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New to the Collection

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Origins

The Best Countries for Tea

Ritual

Chanoyu: Inside the Japanese Tea Ceremony

How-To

The Art of Water

Essentials

How to Store Tea So It Lasts

Field Guide   · Brewing, origins & the craft of the cup

OriginsThe Best Countries for TeaTerroir is not just for wine. A tour of the regions you can taste in the cup.RitualChanoyu: Inside the Japanese Tea CeremonyAn hour to serve one bowl. What the most deliberate ritual on earth can teach us.How-ToHow to Brew the Best Organic Tea at HomeRespect the leaf, the water and the clock — the cup you deserve.CultureTea Cultures Around the WorldFrom Moroccan hospitality to English afternoons, tea is rarely just a drink.How-ToThe Art of WaterA cup of tea is 99% water. Treat that water as an ingredient.EssentialsLoose Leaf vs. Tea BagsThe bag was invented for convenience, not flavor. What you give up.SourcingWhat ‘Organic’ Really Means on a Tea TinThe word is everywhere and often meaningless. What it actually promises.RitualBuilding a Tea RoutineThe right cup depends on the hour. Match blend to time of day.EssentialsHow to Store Tea So It Actually LastsLight, air, heat and odor are the four thieves of flavor.
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