Tea Basics : A Quick and Easy Guide

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TEA BASICS

Your complete guide to the perfect cup

Civilized, soothing, delicious, and relaxing . . . tea offers an ideal refuge from the fast pace and stressful demands of life today. But with the astonishing array of teas currently available, how do you find a cup you can really call your own?

Start with Tea Basics. This handy reference covers all of the essentials of tea buying, brewing, and tasting, and explores the comforts of ritual and healing that tea has provided through the centuries. As you sip and savor the wonderful flavors of black teas, green teas, oolongs, and scented/herbal teas, you'll understand why tea is consumed by more people worldwide than any other drink except water. So put the kettle on, put your feet up, and immerse yourself in Tea Basics! Inside you'll find:

Tea facts: its origins, history, and many varieties
Guidance on selection, blending, brewing, tasting, and storage
Tips on tea etiquette
A tea-tasting glossary
Select sources of tea and related equipment

The publisher, John Wiley & Sons
Tea is quickly following coffee into the beverage spotlight. In this concise and accessible guide, you'll get a straightforward introduction to the fundamentals of fine tea. The authors--industry insiders--demystify the world of tea, giving insights into tea's botanical origins and history, as well as its varieties, processing, and grading. Tea Basics also offers tips for tea appreciation.

Tea Basics : A Quick and Easy Guide

Tea Basics: A Quick and Easy Guide,Wendy Rasmussen,Ric Rhinehart,Wiley,0471185183,Beverages - Coffee & Tea,Cooking,Cooking / Wine,Food Industry Services,Tea,Cooking / Coffee & Tea,Non-alcoholic beverages

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