Top 5 Myths About Growing Tea in the USA: Debunked!
Most myths contain a grain of truth but the myths about tea cultivation in the US are counter-productive. Here I sort out fact from fiction.
Mike Loeb
How to Grow Tea Plants for Black, Green, White, and Oolong Tea
As the local food movement gathers steam, so too does interest in growing, harvesting, and crafting homegrown tea. Here a tea grower with hard-earned experience highlights the key factors to consider before you spend a penny on your own tea garden.
The Best Oolong Tea Brands Use a Special Leaf with Unique Benefits
Oolong tea offers some of the most complex flavors and textures of any true tea. Here I describe what oolong tea is and where you can find some of the best brands of oolong [Updated May, 2021].
Indian Tea Journey: Exploring the Storied Teas of Assam, Darjeeling, and Nilgiri
India is the birthplace of the modern tea industry and home to many unique tea-producing regions. Today I review and recommend Indian teas that will start you on your own tea journey.
White tea and its amazing benefits: getting the most out of the least processed of teas
White tea is made through a very simple process but the results are stunning. I describe what white tea is and point you to some great deals in this unique tea.
How to Start Your Tea Camellia Garden with Tea Seed: a Step-by-Step Guide
Seed of the tea plant Camellia sinensis is now widely available but there are some tricks to starting your tea garden with seeds. An expert tea grower shares his insights.
The Best Assam Teas Are Bold, Brash, and Malty
As much of the tea world embraces mild and mellow brews, the storied region of Assam, India, continues its tradition of robust black teas that are anything but subtle. Here I share my experiences with five excellent Assam tea brands, including producers of single-estate and organic teas.
Field to Cup: The 4 Steps in Tea Production
Those tea leaves went through a lot before they made it into your tea pot. Read on to discover the details of their journey.
Rooibos and Honeybush Teas Will Help You Kick Bad Habits
Getting caffeine and sugar out of your daily beverages can be a challenge. But the bush teas—rooibos and honeybush—provide a way off these dependencies. A daily drinker of bush teas recommends the best of the best.
