Tea - The Three Types of Tea

If you're a lover of rich, sweet flavors, you're in luck because Viva Dzen has the ultimate tea lover's paradise right here in one place. With over 30 different kinds of tea, from Assam and Ceylon, to black and green, these leaves from around the world are perfect for creating the perfect cup of tea to soothe your taste buds and give you a caffeine high. There's so much more to this site beyond just the tea, however. You'll also find an amazing collection of loose leaf teas, which vary in size and shape, as well as single-serving sized bags of yumminess that are perfect for an on-the-go cup of tea. All of this is made with the utmost quality, so you can be sure that your sweet tooth will be well-sated.

The History Of Tea

Tea has been a popular drink among English speakers since the 17th century. The first known tea recipe was published in London in 1664 and it wasn't until the late 18th century that the drink truly became prevalent throughout Europe. During this time, people began to realize the health benefits that tea could provide. Since then, tea cultivation has greatly increased and now we have countless options to choose from when it comes to finding the best tea to fit our needs.

There are basically three different types of tea: black, green, and white. Black tea is simply the un-brewed tea leaves that are found in the buds of the plant. The green variety is picked before it has been fermented and fermented tea leaves are called white tea. The processing techniques for these three types of tea are extremely similar, so you'll often find that they are interchangeable. For example, you can use green tea bags in place of black tea bags.

The Best Way To Drink Tea

The best way to drink tea is black and unsweetened. However, if you want to add some zing to your tea, try making it into a fruit or nut-based compote. Some examples of this are strawberry-flavored tea, or hazelnut-chocolate tea. Another great way to enjoy your tea is by brewing it with milk and sweetening it to your taste. This not only adds a rich flavor to your cup but it helps nourish your body as well.

Now that you're armed with the basics about tea, you can begin exploring this world of flavors in the way you know best: straight up! Go ahead and pour yourself a cup of tea, sit back, and begin to enjoy all the wonderful smells and flavors that your new best friend has to offer.