June 28, 2024
How is Tea Grown and Graded?
So, how does that little leaf make it to your cup? Where does tea come from and how does it get transformed to your favorite morning jolt? Through many hundreds of years of growing, trading, and breeding these plants, there are now hundreds of varieties that are grown today. They are all still varieties of the same plant, but they have slightly distinct characteristics and traits that separate them from the other plants in their family tree. If you are interested in trying some of these teas, come by and see any of our stores or order a tin of it for yourself! Hopefully, this article will help you learn and appreciate the art of tea and how we see tea people just like we see coffee people!