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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 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" above. That is … [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! Just like the kettle you use to heat the water and the teapot you use to brew the tea, the shape and size of the cup and the material used to make it all have a major impact on flavor and odor of your tea. Not only that, they also impact the entire tea ritual. If you want to host an English style … [Read more...] about Best Tea Cups: Reviews And In-Depth Buyer’s Guide For 2020

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. And today's kettles are designed with modern methods and materials, while retaining that old-fashioned look and style. This means … [Read more...] about Best Whistling Tea Kettles: Reviews And Comparison

Tea sets are wonderful, but how do you know which one is best? When it comes to tea, most people have their own preference for the type of tea service set they want. Since China and Japan have a long history of consuming this delicate drink, some of the most delicate and authentic ones come from the Far East. Europe too has its share of excellent tea services which … [Read more...] about Best Tea Sets To Buy Online In 2020 (Reviews And Comparison)

Loose tea infusers are the simplest option for brewing loose leaf tea. Whether it is a ball infuser, a basket or a cute animal, they can be used with any cup or mug you already have. Some work with larger teapots as well. These are infusers only. If you are looking for a mug with infuser, check out this page. For mugs made especially for the road, head here. If you need a … [Read more...] about Best Tea Infuser — 6 Loose Leaf Strainers For Any Mug

I love having tea with me no matter where I go during the day and have bought several tea infuser travel mugs so that I would never be without my tea. 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 … [Read more...] about Best Tea Infuser Travel Mug For Loose Leaf Tea

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. The bigger problem is that you need a lot more tea leaves to steep a whole pot full of water. And steeping leaves only … [Read more...] about Tea Infuser Mug — 8 Best Loose Leaf Tea Strainer Cups

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. Not only does it look cool, it also makes it easy to brew the tea to your desired strength. And if you like flowering teas, a glass teapot lets you … [Read more...] about Best Glass Teapot With Infuser (Updated Jan 2020)