Quality tea blends are becoming popular in the specialty tea market. These teas are made by combining a high quality loose leaf tea with delicately flavored dried fruit and spices. In the hands of a master tea blender, these tea blends enhance the flavor of the tea.
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The key to achieving a top quality tea blend is to purchase the highest quality loose leaf teas and balance the flavors with fruits, spices and zest. The fruit, in the right combinations, complements the flavors of the tea and add a little sweetness to the brew.
If you normally add sugar to your tea, try these blends unsweetened first. You may find you need little to no sugar.
Tea lovers can find nice assortments of these teas online and at tea specialty stores. When you find a blend that you especially love, buy a supply of it. Many times these blends are seasonal and you may not find it again for a year, if then. Popular blends like Coconut Pouchong, White Persian Melon, Pu-erh Chai, Moroccan Mint become staples in the marketplace and are usually available year round.
While I usually recommend loose tea for maximum flavor, many times assortments of tea blends are available as tea bag samplers. Sampler packs can be a good way to try many different types of teas. Once you know what you like, try changing to leaf tea blends for a fuller flavor profile. You’ll be surprised at the difference.
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