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Books and tea go together like peanut butter and jelly, or warm afternoons and sleeping outside in the grass.  As such, we’ve decided to run a quick series on famous authors, and the types of tea which they likely drank, starting first and foremost with the queen of the books and tea trope- Jane Austen. Austen lived from 1775- 1817, in England.  She was an extremely important figure in 19th century literature, and a contemporary of the Bröntes.  Because of where and when she lived, we can also assume a great deal about what she drank, and how she drank...

Loose tea can be confusing.  There isn’t a neat, pre-packaged paper sack of leaves, which you can simply drop into boiling water, and leave there.  We understand.  Therefore, we’ve gathered a list of every way which we can think of of infusing water with tea.     Tea Balls- Are objectively terrible.  Anyone who has ever owned them is aware of this fact.  Firstly, they are round, which means that filling them involves holding one side of the contraption, while putting tea in it with the other hand.  Then, you inevitably can’t close it while you crush most of the...

If you think you know your teas, you may be ready for my favorite part of tea- coming up with new blends.  I love thinking about different teas, and which ones would taste right together.  If you have a few ideas for tea blends which may combine some of our teas into something superior, or which simply better suits your taste and lifestyle, I have a little advice.   Firstly, don’t be afraid to come into the shop, especially when it’s slow.  The first half of the week, for reference, and especially right in the middle of the day, tends...

Buying gifts for men is confusing.  What do they like?  A quick search on amazon recommended claws for shredding pork, a tire pressure gauge, and toilet paper with Hillary Clinton’s face on it.  None of which are quite what I’m going for.  I think that tea makes more sense as a gift.   Tea is a small, practical luxury.  It’s 15 quiet minutes to yourself,  or shared with another person.  A decaf like Chai Rooibos can be enjoyed at the end of a long day, instead of a customary evening drink like bourbon or brandy.  A rich black tea like...