At T•Surprise , there's a ritual we never tire of: opening a tin of loose-leaf tea and burying our noses in its aromas. It's a simple moment, yet profoundly sensory. Observing the whole leaves, the...

Chamomile, mint, ginger, raspberry… These flavors are surely familiar to you. They are often called “herbal teas” or “fruit teas”, but in reality, they are not teas in the strict sense. Why? Because the term...

Unlike most teas, white tea is the least processed of all. It undergoes no fermentation, withering, or rolling, and its drying is kept to an absolute minimum. The result: a nearly untouched tea that naturally...

Stronger and more stimulating than green tea, black tea has become the overwhelming favorite in Western countries. In Great Britain, in particular, it reigns supreme and is used daily in the brewing of the majority...

Rolled leaves of a beautiful reddish hue, a protected designation of origin, and a somewhat unpredictable yet reliable history – rooibos tea (Afrikaans for "red bush") is a small marvel in the world of teas....

Fans of Japan will likely already be familiar with the tea ceremony. In manga and anime, films, and historical illustrations, this refined and formal ceremony is frequently depicted. But what are its true customs? Here's...

If you've ever savored Japanese sweets, you've undoubtedly recognized that unique and refined flavor: green tea. Ice cream, mochi, cakes… everywhere, this vegetal, elegant, and subtly bitter note captivates without ever being overpowering. To achieve...

Oolong tea has many names: blue tea, blue-green tea, Wulong tea, or black dragon tea… Its identifying labels are numerous, but its variations in aromas and flavors are even more so! Some oolong teas will...

Low in theine, pu ehr can be drunk at any time of day. That said, pu-erh tea is at its best after a heavy meal. This tea, renowned for its medicinal properties, has beneficial effects...

In Western countries, the English are perceived as the nation of tea. They are passionate about it, a persistent stereotype – and, unlike many other stereotypes, one that is fully embraced and appreciated by those...