Black, Green, Oolong or White?
When it comes to having a cup of tea, the possibilities are endless. A basic understanding of the types of teas available is helpful when making your choice. First of all, toss the tea bags and try a loose leaf tea instead. The flavor and health benefits far exceed anything that can be found in a bag.
When considering whether to have Black, Oolong, Green, or White tea it’s important to know that all of these teas come from the same plant (Camellia Sinsensis). What makes them different is how they are processed. Black tea leaves are fully oxidized and as a result have a dark color and robust flavor when brewed. Oolong teas are semi-oxidized and the leaves are larger. They are typically rolled or twisted which allow them to be steeped multiple times . The flavors change subtly with each steeping. Green tea is unoxidized and the leaves are usually steamed or panfired depending on their origin. Although all teas have a myriad of health benefits, the most scientific evidence is available for Green teas. They are proven cancer preventers and cancer fighters among countless other benefits.
White teas are the least processed of all teas and have a very light, delicate flavor. White teas used to only come from China, but now other countries are producing delicious and unique White teas.
All of these teas and more can be found at our website. Shop now and try something new in your cup today.
With or Without Caffeine
All teas contain some level of alkaloid we call caffeine. The different however is that tea also contains an amino acid called “Theanine” which produces a calming effect.
Caffeine and Theanine work together to product what we in the Tea World like to call a “Calm Alert” vs. the “Crash and Burn” you tend to get with coffee and sodas. If you are trying to avoid caffeine all together, try an herbal tisane instead. There are many that are naturally without this stimulant and are nice choices in the evening before bedtime.
Herbal Tea (Tisanes)
Herbal Tisanes are what we call all other tea infusions that do not come from the tea plant (Camellia Sinensis). Examples are chamomile, Peppermint, Rooibos, Honeybush, Lavender, Echinacea and the list goes on.
Many of these herbals have their own health attributes. In fact, documentation of plants being used for their medicinal properties dates back to 1587AD so the history of drinking tea is a long one.
As with any tea or herbal, be sure to follow the brewing instructions carefully. The three biggest things to remember to make the perfect cup of tea are: water quality, water temperature, and time steeped.
Click here for a handy brewing chart that covers all types of teas and herbals.
Tea Tidings,
Shawn Geitner-CEO
Beleave Teas Inc.
As a former teacher, I have found that my education background has proven helpful in teaching people about tea and its ability to soothe, invigorate, relax, and bring many other healthful benefits to its drinkers. I now do large group Tea Presentations as well as more intimate in home Tea Tastings. People love to learn about tea and what it can do for them. By talking with these people, I am able to make informed choices about what they would like to see me offer, whether it’s a new Oolong that will help boost their metabolism or a new Tea making device that will make the process easy for them.
After joining the Southshore Chamber of Commerce I became involved with our Educational Partnership Committee. Beleave Teas and many other local businesses try to provide a link between the SouthShore business community and the educational establishments of the community. This Committee also coordinates annual and ad-hoc events that provide support to local teachers and schools and provides educational opportunities to children and adults in the community.
You can also learn more about Teas with Shawn when she hosts a special educational session at our February 28th Healthy Family Fair in her Tea Workshop at 3pm called Time for Tea!
Shawn Geitner-CEO
Beleave Teas Inc.
As a former teacher, I have found that my education background has proven helpful in teaching people about tea and its ability to soothe, invigorate, relax, and bring many other healthful benefits to its drinkers. I now do large group Tea Presentations as well as more intimate in home Tea Tastings. People love to learn about tea and what it can do for them. By talking with these people, I am able to make informed choices about what they would like to see me offer, whether it’s a new Oolong that will help boost their metabolism or a new Tea making device that will make the process easy for them.
After joining the Southshore Chamber of Commerce I became involved with our Educational Partnership Committee. Beleave Teas and many other local businesses try to provide a link between the SouthShore business community and the educational establishments of the community. This Committee also coordinates annual and ad-hoc events that provide support to local teachers and schools and provides educational opportunities to children and adults in the community.
You can also learn more about Teas with Shawn when she hosts a special educational session at our February 28th Healthy Family Fair in her Tea Workshop at 3pm called Time for Tea!
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