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Two Leaves and a Bud Organic First Flush Darjeeling

Darjeeling tea is a tea from the Darjeeling region in West Bengal, India. Darjeeling tea cannot be grown or manufactured anywhere else in the world. Just as Champagne is indigenous to the Champagne district of France, so is Darjeeling Tea to Darjeeling. Traditionally, Darjeeling teas are classified as a type of black tea. Many Darjeeling teas also appear to be a blend of teas oxidized to levels of green, oolong, and black. Our Darjeeling Tea combines the delicate nature of green tea with the robust character of black teas. The 1st Flush is harvested in mid-March following spring rains, and has a gentle, very light color, aroma and mild astringency Two leaves and a bud has found an Organic Darjeeling that is light in texture, but incredibly rich, with just a hint of sharpness.† This is the perfect afternoon tea, … Continue reading

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Brewing the Perfect Cup of Tea

Methods of preparing tea are a matter of personal choice and †preference. †There is no “right” way to prepare and serve tea, however, there are many customs and rituals that are associated with drinking tea that have stemmed from many cultures primarily China, Japan and the UK. †Those who wish to follow these customs and rituals, can often discover new experiences associated with the long history of drinking tea. †The Japanese tea ceremony is one of strict practices that takes years to master. †Whether you’re planning a tea party, or simply love a good cup of tea yourself, here are some helpful tips on brewing the perfect cup of tea. How to Brew the Perfect Cup of Tea Choose the Best Water Use fresh water each time you prepare tea. †Artesian spring water is preferred over tap water. †Tap water … Continue reading

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Making the Perfect Iced Tea

Two Leaves and a Bud brings you this perfect Iced tea recipe, as reported by NPR in 2002: A Foolproof Recipe for a Cool Glass of ‘Southern House Wine’ Iced tea has been called the “house wine of the South.” It’s a beverage as simple as a black tea bag and water, and as complex and exotic as Thai iced tea with evaporated milk and subtle spices. Fred Thompson is something of a beverage expert. The author has written two books on our traditional American refreshments, Lemonade and Iced Tea. NPR’s Susan Stamberg talked with Thompson at his vacation home in Myrtle Beach, S.C., about what makes the perfect glass of iced tea. His favorite, he tells Stamberg, is the classic Southern-style iced tea. from Ice Tea: There are as many ways to brew iced tea as there are Southern … Continue reading

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