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Which Tea has the Most Caffeine? A Deep Dive into the Leaves

Many factors determine how much caffeine ends up in your cup. Our Ranking with 10 Types of Tea with High Caffeine.

Victoria Backhaus

25.11.2024

Lifestyle

The Sweet Truth About Vegan Chocolate

We show you what makes vegan chocolate special and what to look for in the plant-based alternative of our favorite treat.

Aysegül Öztekin

07.11.2024

Glossary

Blue Tea/Butterfly Pea Tea

Blue tea, commonly known as "Butterfly Pea Tea," is made from flowers of the Butterfly Pea plant (Clitoria ternatea). It can be enjoyed pure or as part in a blend. The tea gets its name from its st...

Victoria Backhaus

23.12.2024

The World Of Tea

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Tea in South American Culture: A Connection Beyond Taste

In this article, you will learn about the typical teas of South America and how tea is enjoyed there!

Victoria Backhaus

15.02.2025

All About Tea

Is Tea Vegan?

Find out how to recognize vegan tea!

Victoria Backhaus

23.01.2025

All About Tea

Did you brew that?

Bet you didn’t know these 10 fascinating tea facts!

Jana Schwerdtfeger

17.01.2025

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Longjing Tea – The Green Treasure of China

This variety is considered the king of green teas. Find out more about this exquisite tea from China.

Victoria Backhaus

16.01.2025

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An Overview of Germany's Favorite Tea Varieties

Find out which types of tea are most commonly found on the shelves in Germany.

Victoria Backhaus

12.01.2025

All About Tea

How to Gaiwan: Your Guide to Perfect Tea Preparation

The Gaiwan takes you into Chinese tea culture. Learn how to brew tea with a Gaiwan.

Aysegül Öztekin

31.12.2024

Sustainable & Mindful Living

Lifestyle

Attention, Mindfulness: is it all hype or is there something to it?

Mindfulness is often hailed as a miracle cure - but what's really behind it?

Caroline Tyka

30.01.2025

Lifestyle

How tea shapes my day

Find small pauses in your raily routine

Jana Schwerdtfeger

24.01.2025

Lifestyle

Find your flow: Which journaling method works for you?

Journaling can bring clarity to what’s on your mind.

Jana Schwerdtfeger

09.01.2025

Lifestyle

From Intentions to Habits

Turn your New Year's resolutions into lasting habits with simple, science-backed strategies that make life easier, one step at a time.

Caroline Tyka

02.01.2025

Lifestyle

The Secret of Gift-Giving: Why Gifts Bring Joy

The act of gift-giving is a phenomenon where both givers and receivers experience immense joy.

Sarah Schedler

06.12.2024

Lifestyle

The Sweet Truth About Vegan Chocolate

We show you what makes vegan chocolate special and what to look for in the plant-based alternative of our favorite treat.

Aysegül Öztekin

07.11.2024

Definitions, Backgrounds & Terms about Tea

Glossary

Yerba Mate Tea

Yerba Mate tea is a naturally caffeinated infusion made from the leaves of the mate tree, Ilex paraguariensis, which belongs to the holly family. It is a central part of South American culture and ...

Victoria Backhaus

14.02.2025

Glossary

Cardamom

Cardamom is an aromatic spice derived from the Elettaria cardamomum plant. There are two main types: green cardamom and black cardamom. While both varieties differ in taste and usage, they come fro...

Victoria Backhaus

14.02.2025

Glossary

Essential Oils

Essential oils are highly concentrated plant extracts obtained through distillation or cold pressing. They contain the characteristic aromas and fragrances of the respective plant and are used in a...

Aysegül Öztekin

13.02.2025

Glossary

Cranberry

Cranberries grow on low shrubs in sandy or boggy areas. The berries have a shiny, smooth skin and contain several small seeds. Due to their tart taste, cranberries are rarely eaten raw. Instead, th...

Aysegül Öztekin

11.02.2025

Glossary

Fermentation

Fermentation refers to the microbial and enzymatic conversion of organic substances into gases, acids, or alcohol. In the tea world, "fermentation" is often used interchangeably with "oxidation," w...

Victoria Backhaus

03.02.2025

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Oxidation

Oxidation refers to the chemical reaction in which a substance interacts with oxygen. During this process, an ion or atom loses one or more electrons, which leads to a change in its oxidation state...

Victoria Backhaus

03.02.2025