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12 Awesome Uses for Tea Bags Around the House
Don't toss those used tea bags. From soothing sunburn to freshening shoes and feeding your garden, here are 12 clever ways to reuse them.
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How to brew, store and serve tea: temperatures, steeping times, teaware and storage.
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Afternoon Tea: History, Tradition and What's Served
The history of British afternoon tea, how it differs from high tea, and what's traditionally served, from scones to Earl Grey.
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Does Loose Leaf Tea Expire? Storage and Shelf Life
Loose leaf tea doesn't spoil the way fresh food does, but it does lose flavor over time. Here's how long it lasts and how to store it properly.
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How Tea Is Made: From Leaf to Cup
How tea is processed from harvest to your cup, ideal brewing temperatures and times by type, and tips for using tea bags or an infuser.
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How to Brew the Perfect Herbal Tea in 5 Steps
Get the most flavor and benefit from your herbal tea with the right equipment, water temperature and steep time. A simple 5-step guide.
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How to Drink Tea Like a Pro: 6 Simple Brewing Tips
Six practical tips for brewing and drinking tea, from steep time and water temperature to sweetening it right and getting the most flavor from every cup.
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How to Reduce Astringency in Tea: 5 Simple Fixes
Why tea tastes bitter or astringent and five practical ways to make your cup smoother, from steep time to water temperature.
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British Afternoon Tea: History, Etiquette and Menu Guide
Explore the history of British afternoon tea, what makes up the perfect spread, brewing tips, etiquette, and where to enjoy it around the world.
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Is Loose Leaf Tea Better Than Tea Bags? Here's the Truth
The real differences between loose leaf tea and tea bags, including freshness, flavor, cost, and what's actually inside a tea bag.
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Loose Leaf Tea vs. Tea Bags: What's the Difference?
Loose leaf tea vs. tea bags compared: flavor, quality, cost and convenience, so you can decide which is right for your daily cup.
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15 Mistakes Most People Make When Preparing Tea
Avoid the most common tea-brewing mistakes, from water temperature to steep time, and learn how to make a better cup every time.
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Are Tea Bags Good for Your Eyes? Puffy Eyes Remedy
Can tea bags reduce puffy eyes and dark circles? Learn which teas work best, how to apply them safely, and what really causes under-eye bags.
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