Ashley The famous hibiscus infusion, known in Latin America as Jamaican water, can be prepared using Hibiscus calyxes or petals, depending on the traditions of each country. Its tart flavor may be reminiscent of cranberry and it is delicious both hot and cold. In the Caribbean, it is consumed as a traditional drink during the Christmas … Read more
Tea and infusions are very often the first home remedy we turn to when we begin to notice the symptoms of a cold. A very hot drink is always comforting in this situation and helps to stop those first symptoms of congestion and sore throats. However, not all infusions are created equal. Some have powerful properties … Read more
The history of tea is full of legends, historical facts and anecdotes. The one about Assam tea, specifically, contains a Scottish explorer, a pact with a local tribe, death and success during the height of the British Empire. How about? Gives for a series, right? Assam tea is appreciated for its intense flavor and body. In fact, it’s more … Read more
Beach or mountains? Dogs or cats? Sweet or salty? Today we are going to deal with one of these dilemmas that apparently irreconcilable sides face: is it better to drink tea or coffee? Although in Spain the consumption of coffee is greater, the presence of tea has been growing continuously in recent years. A big reason behind … Read more
Chamomile is one of the most widely drunk infusions throughout the world and it is easy to understand why. Popular medicine has used it since time immemorial to relieve digestive problems, skin problems or simply as a relaxant. In modern times, chamomile is a common ingredient in cosmetics, and its essential oils are used in perfumery. … Read more
More than likely you know green tea well. On the contrary, white tea is well known among tea lovers but, for various reasons, it has not caught on with the general public. In recent decades, green tea has been the subject of numerous studies, which have made it gain popularity as a healthy drink. For its part, … Read more
Sri Lanka, known during colonial times as Ceylon to the British, produces one of the most famous teas in the world: Ceylon tea. The island, known as the “Teardrop of India” is the world’s third largest producer of tea. Its varied and mountainous topography in the center transmits its differences to the teas, which are grown … Read more
Who has not suffered from stomach pain at some time? The range of related ills is wide: heavy digestion after a large meal, heartburn, stomach irritation, discomfort, gas and a long etcetera. What remedies do you resort to in those cases? Here is a list for you to stock your cupboard with an assortment of the most … Read more
There are few things as English as tea, right? English tea blends, especially so-called breakfast teas, are the drink of choice for millions of British Isles to start their day. These mixtures usually combine several types of tea, and stand out for being full-bodied drinks with intense flavors, essential factors to combine well with protein and hearty typical … Read more
Losing weight is often not an easy task, although the steps are clear: combine a balanced diet with physical exercise. There are no secrets, but it is true that there are some elements that can help you be more effective in the process. Tea is a healthy drink, with few calories and contains chemical compounds that … Read more
