Sunday 21 July 2013

Importance Of Tea Caddy!

Tea caddy can be simply said to be a container which is used to store tea for daily use. It, however, performs the extremely valuable function of retaining the original taste and aroma of the tea it stores. Previously known as tea canisters, a tea caddy can be in the form of a box or jar or any other form of receptacle.

The term is said to have originated from the word Malay word “Kati” which was used to describe the Chinese pound. Tea caddy was initially made of porcelain, but later variations in form and designs ensured the use of a wide variety of materials like wood, brass, copper, pewter etc. They are said to have been in practice since the late 18th century. Their designs can either be classified as austere or rococo which were much more elaborate and intricately designed.


Created both for its practicality as well as an object of art, a work of a tea caddy is to; literally keep the tea stored in it under lock and key. It helps to retain the original quality of the tea thereby making it taste much better than it otherwise would. In fact, at one point of time the tea caddy was also considered being a status symbol. Today they are, however, more of a collector’s item and are more prized for their antiqueness and beauty. 

Black Tea Has Health & Fitness Supplements!

Black tea is produced from the leaves of the tea plant Camellia sinensis through a seasoning process that differ significantly from the others. The leaves are kept in a humid environment covered with clothes, to facilitate fermentation that gives it the particular colour and flavour. The seasoning process also provides some particular quality to the leaves that are perfect for health and fitness. The health benefits of this tea are immense. Here is a brief discussion of its health friendly properties.

Black tea has a high amount of polyphenols which are known to have actions in preventing the formation of carcinogens in the body. Thus, black tea can be a powerful preventive measure for cancer. Black tea is filled with anti-oxidants that reduce the risk of heart attack and checks different cardiovascular disorders. This particular variety of tea has an amino acid named L-theanine which can be immensely helpful for releasing stress and increasing concentration. Tannins of tea are perfect for the health of the digestive system. Regular consumption of black tea can be helpful for preventing Parkinson’s disease, and as a whole, regular consumption of black tea improves the natural immunity system of the body.  The extraction of the leaves has been found to have significant effects on the skin and hairs, as well. In a word, the black tea is filled with natural health and fitness supplements.

Tea Lovers Must Try This Rare Tea "Tie Guan Yin"

For the tea lovers choosing the perfect tea has always been a critical thing. Tea comes in so many varieties and specifications that choosing the right one according to one’s tastes needs a lot of experimenting. If you want to make it right at the first time without leaving your choice in the hands of experimenting, you are suggested to try Tie Guan Yin. For the tea lovers who have not yet tasted the rich aroma of this rare tea variety Tie Guan Yin, it is a must try. The original Tie Guan Yin is produced in the Anxi of Fujianna province in China, but due to its high demand in the national as well as international market presently it is also being produced in other parts of the country and out of the country.

This is oolong tea and is one of the most expensive teas in the world. A single leaf of Tie Guan Yin can be brewed up to 7 times before it loses the flavour. It comes with high theonine, flavonoid and caffeine content; and also with an adequate dose of essential oils. The tea can be perfect for relaxing senses and removing stress.  This tea is a must try for the tea lovers.