A few weeks ago, on Ravelry, I was part of an interesting discussion about Masala Chai. This discuss was primarily about how Americans refer to chai as chai tea. But the Hindi word for tea is chai, which makes the American version redundant. The correct name for the spiced tea that we Americans refer to… Continue reading Drink Me: Upton Tea, Masala Chai
The third tea I picked up this spring from David’s Tea was Licorice Twist. I know people have mixed feelings about anything that tastes like black licorice, but I was intrigued by the ingredient list. From the website, Licorice Twist contains licorice root, nana mint, fennel seeds, anise seeds, cocoa, candied pineapple, ginger, peppermint, nettle… Continue reading Drink Me: David’s Tea, Licorice Twist
Another one of the teas I selected in my recent Mighty Leaf order was the Organic Berry Wellness. From the website, the blend contains strawberries, cranberries, blueberries, gojiberries and elderberries along with ginger and licorice root. Organic Berry Wellness is available in a 4oz size for $13.95. When I first opened the bag I mostly… Continue reading Drink Me: Mighty Leaf, Organic Berry Wellness
When I ordered my tumbler from Teavana, I received a free sample of their Maharaja Chai Oolong/Samurai Chai Maté and sugar. It looks like the tea without sugar is available for sale here. Per the Teavana site, the tea is a blend of Maharaja Chai Oolong and Samurai Chai Maté and green teas. The tea is… Continue reading Drink Me: Teavana, Maharaja Chai Oolong/Samurai Chai Maté with Sugar Sample
