World Tea Expo preliminary report
In one of my tea groups I got an insider's look at this years World Tea Expo. I thought I would share the insight with you.EDIT
I was asked to remove this post. Apparently it was copyrighted. :(
Comments (0) 06.12.2007
Why The Next Generation Will Be Tea Drinkers
At the present moment tea is the second most consumed beverage in the world, losing only to water. However, the majority of its popularity comes from the eastern part of the world. Countries such as United States, Canada and Mexico are still lagging behind, but I think that's going to change within the next decade or two. Let me explain why.Throughout history it's been proven that people tend to follow trends. Whether it's the trend of the government, the way food is produced, or the way people eat, one part of the world starts it off and within a few years the entire world is following along.
Continue reading Comments (6) 05.30.2007
Smirnoff Raw Tea
G'morning. While I was checking my email I noticed an ad for Smirnoff's new beverage called Raw Tea. I'm always anxious when I hear that a new tea drink is out. So I click on the ad and when I got to their website it was sooooo funny. The whole site is a parody of Rap music where preppy, rich country club goers drink Raw Tea. Music video and all. I love the hook.. "High tea in the parlor; makes the ladies wanna holla". Oh man, viral marketing is great.
Comments (0) 05.28.2007
Chai Tea Recipe
4 cups water1 (1/16 ounce) bag black tea
1 cinnamon stick
1 1/2 cups milk
1 slice fresh gingerroot
sugar or honey
10-12 cardamom pods
1/2 teaspoon black peppercorns
4-5 teaspoons star anise
1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds
Preperation:
- Bring water and spices to boil in saucepan.
- Reduce heat, cover and simmer 20 minutes.
- Add teabags and milk, simmer 3-5 minutes.
- Add sweetner to taste. Serves 4.
- (The tea becomes spicier as it sits, may want to strain out spices).
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