Tea has existed for thousands of years and has always been a prized commodity of many cultures worldwide. Yet, when most people think about enjoying a hot cup of tea, they think about their grandmothers. Nicole Wilson, the author of The Tea Recipe Book and the Tea For Me Please blog, says there is more to tea than Lipton tea bags. With tea, there is something new to learn. Tea has a rich history and can be enjoyed like wine - for its unique flavors, notes, and aromas.
What are the latest tea trends? The traditional tea plant Camellia Senasis is no longer the sole focus of tea drinkers. Pieces of evidence are popping up that tea lovers have gravitated toward botanicals like Hibiscus, Rosehip, and the butterfly pea flower instead. These plants are a great substitute for caffeine while maintaining their vibrant color. You can add a splash of flavor to your tea blends by trying out new botanicals. Have you ever wanted to diversify your tea experience? Well, adding the leaves of trees like olives into tea and processing them similarly to tea can introduce new flavors and take avid tea drinkers on an interesting journey.
The past year has been life-changing for most people, and working from home has become a new norm. What better way to take a break during the workday than to sit, relax, and enjoy a sophisticated brew? More people are embracing tea; millennials are just beginning to discover it, and it is fast becoming a highly coveted beverage. Unlike alcohol and other caffeinated drinks, tea has a calming and soothing effect that helps ease stress. According to Wilson, it gives us a sense of security, safety, and familiarity in an uncertain time. Therefore, it's no surprise that more drinkers consider a good cup of tea essential to their daily routine.
To the conservative mind, tea is a particular commodity and a way of life. However, for tea, enthusiasts want to view it from a different perspective- one that's open-minded and curious. Wilson emphasizes that tea drinkers should examine single-origin teas that are becoming increasingly popular. Tasting teas grown in a particular part of the world, or one variety, is essential, allowing the character profiles to be distinct and memorable. Appreciating single-origin teas is a way to understand the nuances and complexities of tea.
In conclusion, tea is an age-old beverage with much to offer, and we should give it more attention and respect. With the growing popularity of tea worldwide, more tea enthusiasts are venturing out to try new blends, ingredients, and flavors—the versatility of tea and its potential to make the art of tea drinking unique and interesting. So, let's raise a glass (or a teacup) and sip with sophistication. As Wilson says, "Let’s fall in love with tea all over again."