With our attention more fractured than ever, what can we learn from melting ice? Originating in Japan, koridashi refers to the process of scattering tea leaves on top of ice cubes and letting that mixture naturally melt. The water slowly pulls out the flavors of the leaves, infusing into a cloudy beverage over the course ...
There’s a science to relaxing with a cup of tea. All teas contain L-Theanine, a rare amino-acid that is correlated with the production of alpha waves, which our minds make when we are most relaxed. And unlike brewing tea from a tea bag, preparing loose leaf tea is even more blissfully methodical. The ritual forces ...
If you visit Clarenda Stanley, AKA Farmer Cee, at her farm in Liberty, North Carolina, you might hear the soulful sounds of Erykah Badu or Bill Withers drifting across the field. Or, you might hear something a little more…spirited. Stanley plays music for her plants, and like any skilled farmer, she knows exactly what they ...
Summer is right around the corner. While many of us will be spending more time inside this year, who says we still can’t enjoy the simple summer flavors we love? Enter: Iced tea. As an absolute must when the temperature starts to rise, iced tea comes in all shapes and sizes. From Cardamom Turmeric to ...
In celebration of World Fair Trade Day (May 9 this year), we’re spotlighting Equal Exchange, a unique worker-owned company that has been at the forefront of the fair trade movement from its start—but you’d expect nothing less from the first fair trade coffee company in the U.S. Read on to learn how Equal Exchange is ...
[schema description]For tea time or anytime, this tea-infused dessert takes the cake. Bonus: no baking required! Mascarpone (Italian cream cheese), whipping cream, and a simple syrup steeped with Earl Grey mix up for an ethereal filling that’s spread between layers of chocolate chip cookies. Everything’s packed into a loaf pan before freezing and is ready ...
Start your kettle and set out your saucer, because we’ve got the ultimate guide to throwing a top-notch tea party. From recipes and favor ideas to fun facts and brew recommendations, it’s everything you need for a relaxing afternoon.
[schema description]Is there anything more comforting than a pot of chamomile tea? When you add a drizzle of honey and blend it with frothy almond milk, it’s pretty much the perfect way to relax. The raw Manuka honey we use is extra special, too. Each bottle is made by New Zealand honeybees and prized for ...
[schema description]If you love the iced tea and lemonade combo made famous by American golfer Arnold Palmer, we’ve got a refreshing spin that’s easily on par with the original. The recipe uses brewed green tea two ways, plus Natural Vitality’s magnesium supplement to perk up the drink with fresh lemon flavor. Bonus: It’ll give your ...
For the Ecuadorian Kichwa people, the day starts at 3 a.m.
Dull, throbbing pain is a day-ruiner, but let’s face it—it’s often a side effect of modern life. From the moment you wake up to the moment your head hits the pillow at night, your attention is pulled in every direction.
There’s nothing wrong with starting your day with a hot cup of coffee. But, if you absolutely can’t get out of bed without some java, chances are you’ve got a caffeine addiction on your hands.
[schema description] Think you can’t do better than a classic Arnold Palmer? Think again. We’ve updated the warm-weather staple with the fruitiness of hibiscus and the spice of ginger. [/schema]
At Yogi Tea, they believe that the purpose of business is to serve. They practice what they preach on the daily, by serving up not only amazing cups of hot tea, but also serving people around their Oregon headquarters and around the globe through their business model and charitable work. From helping Nepalese orphans secure homes ...
[schema description]Kombucha tea is the universal cure-all of beverages. Tired? Kombucha. Cranky? Kombucha. Thirsty? Kombucha. Had that extra cocktail at the party last night? Kombucha.
Instead of just sticking to Starbucks, consider yerba mate as a coffee alternative.