A Coffee Lover’s guide to Tea

There is no arguing coffee is great, but even die-hard coffee fans might want to give tea a chance. The world’s beloved warm beverage, tea imparts to its drinkers some formidable health benefits , an extra boost in energy and alertness - without the caffeine slump - and a considerable variety of choices. Here are a few reasons why tea should be on your 2023 to-do-list:

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1-???You'll never get bored; we will even go further and say tea is exciting: an exquisite and varied drink, with flavours ranging from the subtle to the unique/ exotic to the bold and astringent. If you enjoy experimenting with different coffee varieties and tastes—tea will provide you with that wide world of exploration... and then some.

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2-???A better wake/ pick me up : From?black teas – dubbed breakfast teas for a reason- ?to the infamous Matcha ,?and from the strong tasting and malty to the floral and subtle, tea has all the eye-opening qualities,?minus the inevitable crash and jitters. One cup of tea goes a long way.

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3-???For distinctive flavours : No tea will replace the way coffee tastes, but then coffee is just one taste with a subtle difference between varieties, on the other hand, the world of tea will offer you flavours that make your taste buds sing with delight, not to mention match your mood and occasion.

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4-???For Health : Perhaps you don't want a tea that matches or replaces your daily cup of Joe, but one that would elevate your mental and physical health. Tea then can be your natural health cabinet, green, herbal, and everything in between, each type of tea has scientifically proven health benefits that may heal , prevent ailments and improve health.

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5-???For enjoying the ritual of the brew: If you enjoy the coffee-making process—e.g., brewing in a French press and watching the coffee grinds bloom—trust us there is nothing as soothing and heart-warming as taking a moment to prepare a cup of real tea and savouring it sip by sip.

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6-???Tea can last quite a bit longer than coffee when stored properly—as much as two years if not exposed to air, light, odour, heat or moisture; roasted coffee, by comparison, is best used within one to two weeks.

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7-???Ease. Brewing a good cuppa isn’t as complicated as people assume.

If you know how to make a good cup of coffee you will know how to brew a good cup of tea. The same basics apply to both: freshness, water quality, temperature, and timing.

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Next: The tricks of the trade with easy-to-follow steps on how to discover and enjoy your best cup of tea.