La boîte à thé

Do you crave ** bubble tea ** or ** pearl tea ** but are you having trouble finding one near you? Did you know that it is not so complicated to prepare a bubble tea at home, in addition you can add the flavors of your choice! Does it tempt you? Let's go! Discover in this article what bubble tea is and how to prepare it!
 

What is bubble tea?

 
Bubble tea or bead tea originated in Taiwan and was invented in the 80's. Bubble tea is a ** hot or cold tea ** with ** tapioca pearls **, milk and different flavors, it is available to all tastes. It is now very popular all over the world.
 
The tapioca pearls bring a sweetness and a particular flavor to this drink.
 
This delicious drink is consumed with a straw of large diameter in order to suck the pearls!
 

Prepare your homemade bubble tea

 
Contrary to what we can think, bubble tea is a very easy drink to prepare, here is a basic recipe that you can adapt according to your tastes.
 

Ingredients

 
Some water
Black tea
Syrup, a teaspoon
Milk
Tapioca pearls
Ice cubes (optional)
 

Bubble tea preparation

 
The preparation of the bubble tea is relatively simple but requires to follow several steps. Here are the 5 steps to follow for an ** exquisite ** bubble tea!
 

Step 1

 
Heat the water, do not boil it, about 90 degrees. Infuse 1 teaspoon of black tea or green tea according to your preference in 150 ml of water. Let cool if you want a ** cold bubble tea **!
 

2nd step

 
Cook the ** tapioca pearls **. In a saucepan, add 30 grams of tapioca pearls and add 300 ml of water and a teaspoon of sugar. Bring everything to a boil and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, the time varies according to your preferences, if you want pearls more or less firm decrease the cooking time.
 
Once cooked, drain them and go under cold water.
 

Step 3

 
Prepare the sweetened liquid, for that melt 33 grams of sugar in 33 ml of boiling water. Decrease the amount of sugar if desired.
 

Step 4

 
Mix the tea, add the same quantity of milk (150 ml), then add the flavored powder and 2-3 spoonfuls of sweetened liquid in a shaker. MIX it, add ice cubes if you want your cold bubble tea, and mix again.
 

Step 5

 
Pour the tapioca pearls into a glass, add your mixture, mix!
 
Your bubble tea is now ready to be tasted! No need to run the streets to get them :)

See even more tea recipes here : tea recipes

 
And what are your favorite tea recipes? Share them with us!
 
See you soon, Team T • Surprise.

The "High Tea" a fashionable trend, whether for where against! It is also official the legalization of Cannabis in Canada will take place on October 17th. Cannabis is mostly smoked but it can also cook space cakes, omelettes, sweets and confectionery but also be infused, in short it comes in all forms.
 
The new trend would be "high tea" ie tea or infusions based on Cannabis.
 
Find in this article 3 recipes of marijuana teas and herbal teas.
 

Classic marijuana tea

Ingredients

 
1/2 gram of marijuana heads
1 sachet of green tea, black, fruity white ... the one of your choice
1 cup of water
Honey or powdered sugar
½ teaspoons of butter
 

Preparation

Remove the seeds and mold the marijuana leaves in a coffee grinder, blender, or a specially designed accessory.
 
In a bowl, add the marijuana add the butter and mix. The mixture must be perfectly homogeneous and smooth.
 
Since THC is not soluble in water, it is important to use a fat to release it in hot water.
 
Add the mixture in a teaspoon or in a tea bag.
 
Boil a cup of water and add your teaspoon or tea bag to the simmering water for 30 minutes.
 
Let cool, and depending on your tastes add sugar, honey, agave syrup ...

Chai latte with marijuana

Ingredients

 
1/2 gram of marijuana
1 bag of chai latte or
1/2 teaspoons of butter
1 cup of whole milk
1/2 cup of water
2 teaspoons of powdered sugar
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
 

Preparation

 
In a blender, add the marijuana, the cup of milk, the teaspoon of vanilla and the butter. Mix everything until a smooth paste is obtained, let stand for 1-2 hours.
 
In a saucepan, add ½ of water, heat the water but make sure it does not boil. Add the tea spoon or tea bag of marijuana. Let infuse 30 minutes. Add a bag of chai latte to the pan and let it steep for another 10 minutes.
 
Take a sieve and filter the infused mixture into your chai latte. Add sugar, honey, agave syrup, maple syrup or cream and enjoy!
 

Infusion with marijuana

Ingredients

 
1/2 gram of marijuana heads
1 sachet of herbal tea (the one of your choice)
1 cup of water
A little honey or powdered sugar
 

Preparation

 
Sort your marijuana, mix it and add it in a teaspoon or sachet.
In a cup add your marijuana and a bag of herbal tea of ​​your choice. Pour the simmering water and let steep for 5 minutes! That's it
 
** Attention, these 3 recipes contain a high content of THC and have a very powerful effect, to consume with great moderation! **

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Already, the leaves change color so this last burst of heat recalls our memories of the summer. Ready, not ready, the days are getting longer. Only our box IN THE SKY OF THE INDIAN SUMMER extends the pleasures of summer!

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Inspired by the states of North Africa, this blend is the green of China organic, of the deep health and organic, rose petals and orange peel. An infusion of sweetness for total comfort.

Oolong Tea - Hemp Summer Rain of the Maison d'Herbes

Enjoy this tropical infusion of juicy passion fruit, sweet lemongrass, crisp apple and hibiscus soup. A cup of rain to be solved sing your taste buds under the Indian summer sky

Black Tea - Tea Studio | Nilgiri Coonoor 02 from Camelia Sinensis

This tea with beautiful large leaves offers a classic taste, malted and sweet. The liquor is vibrant and structured like black and generous teas. The nuances of sweet potato and pepper give way to its finish, clear and fine flowery. A perfect treat for harvest time!

Herbal Tea - The Indian Summer of The House of Surprise

Here is an infusion with unique aromas transported to the red landscapes of the Canadian autumn. Contains apple pieces, Labrador flowers, medicinal melissa, verbena and dandelion.

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A pretty oak tassel in felted wool made by Lululalaine to which was added a cord to make a small seasonal decoration. Add a few drops of essential oil to the felted wool to perfume your favorite relaxation areas.

Gluttony - English toffees

Waterbridge Confectionery has created these superbly creamy English caramels that will add fudge to teatime! A small pleasure of autumn to share ... or not!

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At the arrival of the autumn season our desires change, our desires for teas differ, fruity and sweet flavors give way to spicy notes! No question of leaving behind ** our favorite iced tea recipes *! We have prepared for you * recipes of easy frozen teas *, fast and perfectly adapted for this beautiful autumn season!
 
In this article today, find three * iced tea recipes ** that are ultra-gourmet and easy to make!
 

Spicy iced tea recipe

This simple beverage is perfect to bring a tasty and greedy note during the day. Do not hesitate to adapt the recipe according to your tastes and replace ingredients with those of your choice!
 

Ingredients

 
· 3 sachets or 4 tablespoons of green tea leaves
· 1.5 l of boiling water
· 4 cases of sugar
· 1 zest and the juice of 2 limes
· 1 pinch of cinnamon
 

Preparation

 
Boil the water then add the lemon zest and sugar, stir until a perfectly homogeneous mixture, let simmer 2-3 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
 
Remove the pan from the heat and add ** the tea ** either in a tea strainer or with tea bags ready. Let infuse the mixture for 30 minutes, add lemon juice and pinch of cinnamon.
 
Allow the mixture to cool for one hour at room temperature then place in the refrigerator until your tea is cold!
 
Plunder ice, add it all in a pitcher or directly in glass! All you have to do is enjoy :)
 

Iced mint lemon and ginger tea

 
After a tasty ** spicy iced tea recipe *, we offer you an energizing and stimulating iced tea recipe perfect for * boosting your immunity ** and fighting the small microbes of everyday life!
 
It's no secret that lemon is an excellent ** source of vitamin C *, a powerful * antioxidant and anti-inflammatory *, in short an ally of choice to consume all year!
 
Ginger, on the other hand, is also a powerful * antioxidant ** but is also excellent for your ** digestive health *! It fights against the * bloating ** and the small inconveniences of the everyday life that we are numerous to meet. Ginger combines perfectly with lemon for even more flavor and efficiency!
 
Finally mint is the perfect flavor to bring a sweet and sweet note!
 

Ingredients

 
· 1 liter of hot water
· 4 tea bags black or loose
· 1 lemon,
· 30 ml fresh ginger, cut into large pieces
· 125 ml sugar or honey or agave syrup
· Some mint leaves

Preparation

Boil the water, add the black tea bags and let steep for 5 minutes. Add the lemon juice, then the chopped ginger pieces, add the honey or agave syrup and finish with the mint leaves.
 
Mix everything and allow to cool in the ambient air. Once the mixture has cooled, put everything in the refrigerator.
 
Leave at least 5 hours and then filter everything into a new pitcher. Add some looted place, mint leaves and enjoy!
 

Alcohol iced tea recipe

For this last ** recipe of iced tea *, here is to realize for your evenings and to taste in moderation;)
 
We offer you an * iced rum ** vanilla tea recipe, easy to make to impress your guests!

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Ingredients

 
· 4 tbsp. vanilla tea or 3 sachets
· 375 ml of boiling water
· 60 ml of liquid cream
· 95 ml brown rum
· 30 ml vanilla agave syrup
 

Preparation

 
Boil the water and infuse the tea for 10-15 minutes.
Pour the ** infused tea ** into an ice cube tray and place in the freezer. Wait for the ice to come out well before taking it out.
 
Add the brown rum, agave syrup and lemon in a blender then add the tea ice cubes, mix everything, pour into glasses and garnish with a few slices of fruit!
 
The trick is played, it only remains to savor!
 

And what is your favorite iced tea recipe?

We hope you enjoyed these recipes! You can of course add or modify ingredients to get the perfect ** iced tea ** to satisfy your cravings!
 
And since we are curious, do not hesitate to share with us your recipes of iced teas with us :)
 
See you soon for new tea recipes!
The T.Surprise team.

During a short stay in France, we took the time to visit Burgundy. We stopped in a small village to visit the Château du Clos Vougeot and its vineyards.

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It was the monks of Cîteaux Abbey who built wine houses in the middle of the vineyards. The Château du Clos Vougeot is located on the wine route.

We were able to walk through the vineyards with the family and admire the landscape. A real moment of relaxation! I also made a find: "Tea Grandes Vignes". This Keemun black tea from China, with reasons, and natural aromas of reason, is as delicate as a delicious Burgundy wine.

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