Visiting the T2 shop in Central London is always a treat. Tea displayed floor to ceiling and always a beautiful selection of teapots, cups, and teaware to admire, it takes all my self-restraint not to buy everything. While browsing in T2 my head was turned by the T2 Sticky Honey Chai and as recently, with the days have been becoming decidedly darker and more dreary a new tea would be just the tonic. The description on the packet made it sound divine: Hold onto your teacups, chai lovers! We’ve taken rich black tea, added toasted spices, then soaked it all in loads of sticky-sweet honey to ..read more

Whilst perusing the supermarket Pukka Teas have been catching my eye recently. They specialise in organic herbal teas and have quite a large selection of different blends so I decided to see if their lovely descriptions stand true. Here is my Pukka Herbal Teas review. Pukka Herbal Teas Review – Elderberry and Echinacea “A rich organic embrace tingling with fruity warmth” This tea had a light floral aroma and was a pretty faint rose colour. With a fruity and sweet taste and something slightly spicy made it a warming drink. I agree with the description as I did experience a tingling sensati ..read more

I love Halloween and I love tea so as the trees are beginning to change and the nights closing in, what better way to embrace autumn then by sipping on a spooky Halloween tea? Here are some fun ideas for Halloween tea recipes to get you started and to make with your friends and family. Pumpkin Spice Tea Latte Forget the filled with sugar artificial coffee version, try a healthier pumpkin spice tea latte? You can play around with the spice and sweetness to get it exactly to your taste. INGREDIENTS 1 scoop of loose leaf chai tea 1 cup of a milk of your choice (I like oat milk) 1-2 teaspoo ..read more

In many parts of the world the word chai refers to tea in general, but here in the west chai is synonymous with the spiced Indian style of tea known in India as ‘masala chai’ and is often in sold in latte forms in the major coffee and tea shops. But what is a more traditional Masala Chai? And how can you make it at home? The Origins of Masala Chai Masala Chai originated in India and the term chai was derived from the Chinese word Cha. Originally, it was used for medicinal purposes. At that time Indian people used tea as more of a herbal remedy rather then a beverage to enjoy with friends. Ea ..read more

It’s important to take some time to pamper yourself every now and again, and what better way than making your own green tea face mask at home? Green tea has lots of health benefits when you drink it but it can also benefit your skin in a number of ways. With it’s anti inflammatory properties (1) green tea has been known to help reduce redness and swelling and some studies even show it can help with certain skin irritations and conditions such as dermatitis. Green tea also contains an important compound called ECGC which helps repair DNA damage caused by the sun, it can combat signs of ageing a ..read more

Introduction Tea has a long and fascinating history, it’s story began in ancient China before spreading across the globe to become (after water) the most consumed beverage in the world. From it’s use in cooking and for medicinal purposes, to tea smuggling, the exciting clipper races and the opium wars, let’s dive into the colourful and exciting history of tea. The Very Beginning Although Britain and India are both famous tea drinking nations, legend has it, our favourite drink was actually discovered in China as long as 5000 years ago. The story goes that the Emperor of the time (around 2737 B ..read more

Looking for a way to spice up afternoon tea or maybe you can’t decide between tea time or happy hour? Why not have the best of both worlds and try creating a tea cocktail? Impress your friends by giving these 5 fantastic recipes a try at your next afternoon tea party, you will just need a cocktail shaker and a few simple ingredients to get started. Who says tea has to be PG? Cranberry Apple Tea Cocktail A great drink to have on a sunny afternoon, this tea cocktail is a fruity twist on Moscow Mule. Ingredients: 50ml Vodka 12.5ml Gomme 20ml lime juice Ginger Beer Cranberry and apple tea M ..read more

What type of tea to drink at the start of the day is very different to what you should drink at the end. Putting some thought into choosing the best tea for the time of day can be very beneficial. Drinking tea at the right time has many advantages, including boosting concentration, aiding sleep and helping with digestion. Read on for the ultimate guide on using tea at the best times can help you to feel your best every day. The best tea for the morning By far, the best tea to drink on waking up is a black tea, English Breakfast is my tea of choice with a splash of milk. Black tea contains ..read more

Tea is the most consumed beverage in the world after water. Around 80% of us drink it every day, but how much do you actually know about this popular drink? Here are 10 fun facts about tea to impress your guests at your next tea party. 1. Herbal tea isn’t actually tea Black, white, green and oolong tea all come from the same plant – camellia sinensis. The difference is the way the leaves are processed after harvesting. Herbal teas don’t contain any of these leaves, they are made from infusions of herbs, flowers and fruit instead, which technically means they aren’t actually tea. 2. Tea use ..read more

There are so many ways you can use tea for stress relief. When you have had a stressful day at work it can be tempting to reach for a bottle of wine and some chocolate to help you unwind, but tea is a much healthier and more effective option. For a long time, tea has been used to soothe people who are upset or stressed out – but does it actually work or is it more the placebo effect in action? And which kind of tea is the most effective to help us to relax? Lets explore some of the ways how we can use tea in our everyday life for stress relief. black Tea for stress relief A study done by D ..read more