Steep It Loose

The Champagne of teas meets the king of bubbly - and the result will astound you... They were meant for each other! Servings: 8 champagne flutes Ingredients: 3 tsp New Moon Darjeeling tea leaves, yields 1.5 cups tea concentrate* 2 tsp sugar, honey,  or agave sweetener 750-ml bottle chilled sparkling white wine, Champagne, Cava, Spumanti, or Prosecco Optional: Pomegranate seeds for garnish Instructions: 1. *Make Darjeeling tea concentrate:Place 3 tsp Darjeeling tea leaves in a 16 oz Steeping Mug. Bring 12 ounces of water to boil and cool water for 1 minute bringing water down to about 195. Pour hot...

Hygge (HEW-guh) is a Danish word used to describe a cozy feeling or moment, whether alone or with friends, at home or out. It evokes feelings of charm, comfort and contentment. For tea lovers, a cozy cup of tea fits perfectly into the concept. Here are a few classic examples of how tea can be…

The legacy of tea being used as a healthful beverage has its historical beginnings in 2737 BC in China. All tea comes from a single species of plant native to Southeast Asia, Camellia sinensis (meaning “Chinese Camellia”). As soon as tea leaves are picked from the plant, they begin to dehydrate and start to turn brown,…

By Editor in Chief for Tea & Coffee Trade Journal   The Tea Spot has moved from Boulder, Colorado to a new facility and headquarters at the Colorado Tech Center in Louisville, Colo. The move to the new 12,800 square foot building represents The Tea Spot’s growth as a B2C and B2B tea company. The previous HQ was 5,600 square feet, and the new location allows more room for additional staff, resources, product supply, and a new tea-packaging machine by Fuso International. “We outgrew our last space in Boulder’s Gunbarrel neighborhood in less than three years, both in terms of...