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Japanese Green Tea

Japanese Green Tea: A Journey into Traditions and Flavour

Japanese Green Tea
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Japanese Green Tea: A Journey into Traditions and Flavour

The heritage of Japanese teas Tea in Japan has a deep-rooted history, dating back to the 9th century when Buddhist monks brought it from China. Initially, tea was used for its medicinal properties ...

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Loose Leaf Tea
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A Beginner’s Guide to Loose Leaf Tea

Welcome to the delightful world of loose leaf tea. Whether you’re a tea expert or just beginning your journey, this guide will help you understand the basics of loose leaf tea at Shibui and provide...

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Tea plants in a field
Tea

Types of Tea: A User-Friendly Guide

Understanding Tea Tea is a beverage produced by steeping the leaves and buds of the tea plant (Camellia sinensis) in hot water. Enjoyed in China since as early as 2700 BCE, tea was brought to Europ...

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What is Rooibos?
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What is Rooibos?

Rooibos: A Comprehensive Guide What is Rooibos? First things first – Rooibos (pronounced ROY-boss) is not technically a tea. It’s a unique herbal infusion made from the leaves of the Aspalathus li...

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What's in a bag?
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What's in a bag?

Tea bags vs Loose tea Should you ditch the bag and go loose?  Why choose when you can have both. A lot of people think that serving loose leaf is a chore.  It's true - they do.  It's easy and con...

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