For our Russian Customers, the History of Tea September 09, 2014Elena Volkova We are fortunate to have a native Russian speaker on our team. Elena was recently published in a Russian Language publication in the New England Area. If you can read Russian,...
What Is Premium Milk Oolong? September 08, 2014Elena Volkova If you try it you will never forget the taste and fragrance of this unique tea. One of many Premium Milk Oolong Tea legends tells of an event centuries ago...
How to Make Matcha Energizing Drink September 04, 2014Elena Volkova Matcha tea is a powerhouse of antioxidants—137 times more antioxidants than plain green tea—and more than found in ginger, blueberry, spinach, and broccoli. Matcha also contains L-theanine, an amino acid, and helps enhance...
Kukicha Twig tea: a uniquely Japanese invention August 27, 2014Elena Volkova Japanese teas are always a surprise. Kukicha is one of those surprises. Nothing is wasted in the processing of this precious drink. It is a uniquely Japanese invention. Kuki means twig cha means...
"Chado" or the Way of Tea in Japan August 25, 2014Elena Volkova In Japan tea culture came from China and was brought by the monks who studied Zen Buddhism in China. Tea helped them to stay calm and alert during meditations. But...
Health Benefits of Tea for Teeth and Gums August 21, 2014Elena Volkova Do you know that black tea aid is great for maintaining the health of your teeth and gums? The polyphenols in black tea help to fight off mouth infection and strep throat. The...
Learning about Darjeeling Grades August 11, 2014Elena Volkova Indian teas are graded according to their state of leaves: whole, broken and crushed. Whole leaves give more aromatic and full bodies liquor, broken leaves tea result in robust, darker...
How to Make Your Own Tea Bags August 03, 2014Elena Volkova If you love a special high-quality loose tea we offer at Culinary Teas, how can you make your own tea bags for your mobile lifestyle? Simply put your tea in...
Health Benefits of Hibiscus Tea July 31, 2014Elena Volkova The health benefits of Hibiscus Herbal Tea have been known worldwide since Ancient Egypt. An old Arabic medical treatise describes it as a cure-all and it was called, among other names, the...
Magical Herbal Brew of Chamomile Tea July 27, 2014Elena Volkova During the hottest days of summer there are some herbs that can help to tolerate heat and low the heat of the body. Chamomile, Mint and Linden Flowers infusions are refreshing and thirst quenching...
How to Make White Tea July 16, 2014Elena Volkova The most delicate Chinese teas are White teas. The tea leaves are oxidized only about 5% and have very little caffeine.
How to Make Iced Rooibos Tea July 14, 2014Elena Volkova Rooibos Tea is so good iced. It is caffeine free, full of vitamin C and has two flavonoids (quercetin and luteolin) that fights cancer. To make an Iced Rooibos 1) Double...