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Yes, I know "chai tea" is redundant. Chai is the Hindi word for tea and refers to any type of tea. But in the west, chai refers to a specific type of tea. It has become synonymous with that the Indians call masala chai, a blend of black tea (usually), various spices, milk and sugar. That's why you often see it called chai tea. Notice I wrote "various spices" … [Read more...] about Best Chai Tea: Traditional And Western Style (Reviews And Buyer’s Guide)

Does it really matter what you drink your tea out of? Yes, it does! You already know that the kettle you use to heat the water and the teapot you use to brew the tea impact the flavor. Did you know that the material, shape, and size of the cup also have a major impact on the flavor and odor of your tea? Not only that, cups also impact the entire tea ritual. If … [Read more...] about Best Tea Cups: Reviews And In-Depth Buyer’s Guide For 2021

Don't you just love whistling tea kettles? Even though I have an electric kettle, I still like to use my whistling kettle from time to time. There's just something so nostalgic about that whistle that somehow makes tea time even more special. But aren't they old-fashioned and inefficient? Not at all. Today's kettles are designed with modern methods and materials, … [Read more...] about Best Whistling Tea Kettles (Efficient, Durable And Inexpensive)

Nothing beats a nice tea set. But "nice" depends on you. Do you prefer a Japanese style set? Or one from China? Or perhaps you like the fancy British style? Or a portable set for the road? Whichever style you want, there are hundreds of options available online. So what's the problem? There are hundreds of options available. With so many choices it's almost … [Read more...] about Best Tea Sets To Buy Online (All Styles Included)

Nothing beats a loose tea infusers for simplicity. Whether it is a ball infuser, a basket or a cute animal, you can use it with any cup or mug you already have. Some work with larger teapots as well. They are the cheapest and easiest way to start drinking loose leaf tea. The only problem is the huge number of choices. You want to make sure you get one that … [Read more...] about Best Tea Infuser (6 Loose Leaf Strainers For Any Mug)

I love having tea with me wherever I go. That's why I have bought several tea infuser travel mugs. Why several? Because they all leaked. All but the last one I bought, anyway. They were all tumblers and thermos bottles that come with a built-in (but usually removable) strainer and twist-on lids. They let you brew and drink your tea on the go. In … [Read more...] about Best Tea Infuser Travel Mug For Loose Leaf Tea (That Don’t Leak!)

A tea infuser mug is the perfect way to brew tea for one. Teapots are great if you're brewing tea for a lot of people. But if it's just for you, they're too large. For one, the tea gets cold before you can drink it all, though I don't generally mind that. But there's a bigger problem. You need a lot more tea leaves to steep a whole pot full of water. And steeping … [Read more...] about Best Tea Infuser Mug (Loose Leaf Tea Strainer Cups That Actually Work)

Do you drink loose leaf tea? Then you need a glass teapot with infuser. They are the best way to brew loose tea leaves. I love watching the color of the tea slowly seep out from the infuser and spread throughout the pot. It also makes it easy to brew the tea to your desired strength. And if you like flowering teas, a glass teapot lets you watch the flower unfurl. … [Read more...] about Best Glass Teapot With Infuser (And The One Feature To Avoid)