Tea has been woven throughout Japanese culture since the 8th century. With tea seeds being brought back from China by visiting monks, this beverage was first heavily associated with religion. It wasn’t until the 13th and 14th centuries that the tea culture exploded and was adopted by people all across the country. Although green tea …
Coffee has a fascinating history that, according to many, can be traced back to Ethiopia. While the first coffee beverages were believed to be made from berries, roasting coffee beans became a more accepted method of coffee preparation by the 13th century. Today, there are several methods that can be used when brewing a hot cup …
Coffee Grinds & Percolators: What’s There to Know? Read More »
Keurig machines are a beloved appliance for coffee drinkers everywhere. This famous brewer is ideal for those who prefer single-cup brewing options, and take away the worry of wasting a full pot of coffee. You can count on your Keurig as a simple, user-friendly device, but like all appliances, issues can happen. If your Keurig …
How to Fix a Keurig That is Leaking From the Bottom Read More »
Every day, coffee lovers across the globe are finding new ways to get that caffeine buzz without wreaking havoc on the environment. One way of practicing sustainable consumption is to reuse things around the kitchen – but what about your old coffee grounds? What’s the Difference? Chances are, you’re reading this because you’re curious about …
People add a lot of different things to their coffee every day. Some additions are pretty standard, like cream and sugar, while other additions are a little less conventional. One pretty common ingredient that you don’t see everyone add to their coffee is cinnamon. That is because it isn’t an ingredient you can simply add …
One of the best things about Keurig coffee makers is that they are designed to let you know when something isn’t quite working right. While it’s never fun to attempt to brew that much-anticipated cup of coffee and instead encounter an error message that needs addressing, there’s a good reason for these proactive signals. That …
Keurig coffee makers are fantastic machines that make brewing coffee and other beverages quick and easy, but just like any appliance, they are susceptible to all sorts of issues. Some are easier to fix than others… If your machine is leaking water, especially during the heating cycle, this is something you’ll want to address right …
If you love tea as much as I do, you’ve probably heard a little bit about Assam tea – but what exactly is it? Interestingly enough, odds are that you’ve already tried it. Not only is Assam one of the oldest teas in history, but it’s also a staple ingredient in countless other tea blends …
Whether you’re a tea connoisseur or new to the world of herbal beverages, you’ve likely heard about Chun Lu tea. This semi-rare Chinese tea is worth knowing about, because its flavor and unique aroma are an experience that no tea drinker should have to miss. In this article, you’ll learn all about what Chun Lu …
Gong Mei is a white tea grown in the Chinese provinces of Fujian and Guangxi. It is made using a variety of Camellia Sinensis known as Da Bai. Gong Mei tea is a third-quality grade tea. Third-quality grade tea refers to the Chinese white tea quality grading system. There are four categories into which white …
