Tea 101

Tea bag with leaf tag for the article How Much Tea Is in a Tea Bag
Michael Wu

How Much Tea Is in a Tea Bag

Shop our Pu Erh Tea collections! When you examine a tea bag, you're looking at a small, porous package containing dried, crushed tea leaves. The quantity of tea within a bag typically varies between 1 to 3.5 grams, depending on the brand, the size of the tea bag, and the intended strength of the brew. Contents by Weight: Standard tea bag: 2 grams on average Large tea bag: Up to 3.5 grams Tea Types: Black tea: Commonly 2 grams Green tea: Slightly less, about 1.8 grams Herbal tea: Often contains 1.5 to 2 grams, varying with ingredient density Bag Materials:...

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Iced tea with lemon in a glass pitcher for the article on caffeine in sweet tea
Michael Wu

How Much Caffeine is in Sweet Tea

Shop our Pu Erh Tea collections! When you sip on a glass of sweet tea, you're consuming caffeine. The caffeine content varies depending on the type of tea leaves used and the brewing time. Typically, black tea is used for making sweet tea, which naturally contains more caffeine compared to green tea. Here's how the caffeine in sweet tea might look: Standard 8-ounce serving: 10-80 milligrams of caffeine Home-brewed sweet tea: 10-70 milligrams per 8 ounces Commercial sweet tea brands: 5-40 milligrams per 8 ounces Remember, the longer you steep the tea, the more caffeine you'll extract. This means a...

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Steaming cup of Chamomile Tea illustrating its calming and floral qualities
Michael Wu

What Does Chamomile Tea Taste Like

Shop our Pu Erh Tea collections! When you sip chamomile tea, you'll likely first notice its soft, somewhat sweet taste. It's subtle, not overwhelming, and has a gentle floral character, reminiscent of apple blossoms. The flavor unfolds gradually, revealing notes of apple and a slight earthiness. Primary Tastes: Sweet, Floral Secondary Notes: Apple, Earthy The texture of the tea can be described as smooth, lacking any astringency that is commonly found in other teas such as green or black varieties. This is why many people find chamomile tea comforting, especially before bedtime. Organoleptic Qualities: Aroma: Delicate, Fresh, Slightly Sweet Mouthfeel:...

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Tea service with teapots and cups for Oolong and Pu Erh tea tasting
Michael Wu

Oolong vs Pu Erh: Understanding the Differences in Taste and Benefits

Shop our pu erh tea collections! Oolong and Pu Erh teas are both esteemed for their unique flavors and traditional brewing methods. Oolong tea is partially oxidized, which places it between green tea (unoxidized) and black tea (fully oxidized) in terms of processing. Your experience with oolong can vary widely; it can range from light and floral to dark and full-bodied. Oolong tea is typically rolled or twisted into tight balls or thin strands and undergoes a meticulous process that involves wilting under the strong sun and oxidation before curling and twisting. Pu Erh tea stands out due to its...

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