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How to Enjoy Your Tea…

Tea is one of the most ancient herbs known to man. Preparing and enjoying tea is an art form in itself…

Tea refers to the agricultural products of the leaves, leaf buds, and internodes of the Camellia Sinensis plant, prepared and cured by various methods. "Tea" also refers to the aromatic beverage prepared from the cured leaves by combination with hot or boiling water, and is the colloquial name for the Camellia Sinensis plant itself.

After water, tea is the most widely-consumed beverage in the world. It has a cooling, slightly bitter, astringent flavour.

The relationship between tea and health has been examined ever since the first infusions of Camellia sinensis about 4700 years ago in China.

The legendary emperor Shennong claimed in The Divine Farmer's Herb-Root Classic that Camellia sinensis infusions were useful for treating conditions including tumors, abscesses, bladder ailments, and lethargy. The possible beneficial health effects of tea consumption have been suggested and supported by some studies, but others have found no beneficial effects. The studies contrast other claims, including antinutritional effects such as preventing absorption of iron and protein, usually attributed to tannin.

The vast majority of studies have been of green tea; however, some studies have been made of the other types of tea derived from Camellia sinensis, such as white, oolong, and black tea. Green tea has been claimed to be helpful for atherosclerosis, LDL cholesterol, cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes, liver disease, weight loss, neurodegenerative diseases, and even halitosis.

How to make the Perfect cup of Tea..

Making the perfect cup of tea takes patience and care. Whilst the perfect cup of tea is a matter of personal taste (some like it strong, others prefer a lighter infusion) the basic rules are the same for all.

The taste of the tea depends on tea type, leaf size, minerals in the water, temperature of the water, infusion time and whether you drink out of china or plastic cup.

Of course it is essential you use a good quality tea. Bogawantalawa Tea ensure that all the tea sold under its own name is only the finest quality - enjoyed by discerning tea lovers the world over.

Brewing Instructions;

1. Ensure kettle is clean and de-scaled
2. Fill kettle with freshly drawn cold water
3. Boil the kettle
4. Allow 1 heaped teaspoon of loose tea, or 1 tea bag per person
5. Infuse in cup, mug or teapot with boiling water
6. Stand for 3-5 mins
7. Stir, add milk and sugar to taste