This pocket-sized handbook to all things tea is the perfect gift for lovers of loose-leaf, those looking to start their own tea tradition, or anyone who appreciates a perfectly brewed mug. Tea is arguably the most popular beverage in the world, but there's more to know beyond the colorful boxes sold at your local grocery store. Like wine and beer, each tea variety has its own distinct history, source, and flavor profile, from Darjeeling to matcha to Silver Needle. Tea is also embedded in the traditions of many cultures around the world and is shared with others through distinctive ceremonies that include unique customs, foods, and accessories. Within the pages of this pocket-sized guide, you'll find information, how-tos, and trivia for tea lovers of all levels. Experts and newbies alike will learn about:Tea Bags vs. Loose Leaf How to Prepare Tea Tea Families and Common Varieties Tea Traditions around the World How to Host an Afternoon Tea for Adults How to Throw a Tea Party for ChildrenAnd more! Hard cover. Pocket-size. About the author: Candace Rose Rardon is a travel writer, illustrator, and avid coffee and tea drinker. The author of Stuff Every Tea Lover Should Know and Stuff Every Coffee Lover Should Know, her work has appeared on Longreads, National Geographic, BBC Travel, and the Calm meditation app, among others. Originally from the East Coast, she has spent the past decade traveling through more than fifty countries and falling in love with the fascinating beverage traditions found across the world.
