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Tencha碾茶( The underrated predecessor of matcha)
The Tea Before MatchaDid you know matcha has a predecessor?Tencha is the tea that comes before matcha, the leaf form of matcha before it’s ground into powder. And honestly? It’s just as delicious as matcha… sometimes even more so. Here’s its story. My First Encounter with TenchaBefore I stayed on…
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Hojicha Chocolate Cream Pie
I love using hojicha in different baked goods. It’s a perfect little add-on, especially if you love tea. Hojicha has a nutty, toasted flavor that pairs beautifully with desserts, and it’s an excellent tea to use in recipes like pie. I especially love how it combines with chocolate, the flavor…
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What I Learned About Tea This Year: 2025
It’s almost the new year, and lately I’ve been thinking a lot. This whole year, actually. I’ve learned so much about tea, and honestly… It’s not what people think it is. I’ve been learning about tea for years, but this year something clicked. Something deeper. I realized that tea brings…