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Simple & Delicious Iced Matcha Recipes
If you want to enjoy delicious iced matcha lattes in your own kitchen, then read on for our recipes. I’ll talk you through making a pure iced matcha latte, and an iced matcha latte flavoured with some of our popular teas and tisanes: Leith Lights, Blue Lady, and Blend No. 3.
Does Tea Expire?
Does Tea Expire? You may wonder whether your tea can expire. The answer is no. Tea rarely expires, but it can lose its aroma and become stale. Read on to see how to tell if your tea is fresh and how to correctly store it.
Celebrating World Gin Day
In celebration of International World Gin Day, we would like to re-post our recipe for a refreshing summer drink - the Rose G&Tea Iced Tea. This delightful concoction features our Gin Tea, which is infused with botanicals that reflect the flavours of a gin and tonic, minus the alcohol.
Whisky Tea Week
Read all about our whisky teas and how they capture Scotland's incredible whisky in a mug.
Spotlight on our Packaging
In this post, we shine a spotlight on our packaging. At PekoeTea, we are doing everything we can to reduce the impact of our packaging on the environment. We use several different forms of packaging for our products; here, we introduce the main types of packaging we use and how best to reuse, recycle, or compost them.
National Tea Day
Today is National Tea Day, a day to celebrate British tea culture. In this post we explore the history of afternoon tea, argue that the tea itself should be central to the experience, and suggest some teas to pair with your cakes.
Happy St. Andrew's Day!
Happy Saint Andrew's Day! In the spirit of celebrating everything Scottish, we're taking the opportunity to introduce you to our Scottish-themed teas: handmade fudge tea, whisky teas, and the epic Kinnettles Gold, grown right here on Scottish soil.
Rustling Leaves, Steaming Teas: A Taste of Autumn
When you think of Autumn, what's the first thing you think about? For me, it's leaves. I spend a lot of my time thinking about tea leaves, so there's no surprise that I reach for tea when the Autumn rolls around. There is a natural affinity between Autumn and a hot, comforting cup of tea. In this post, we will guide you through a delightful journey of teas that are perfect for drinking in the Autumn.
Mental Health Awareness Week
We want to bring your attention to Mental Health Awareness week, which runs from May 15th to May 21st. This Week is all about raising awareness of the impact of mental health and resources that can help you when in need. This year, the theme of Mental Health Awareness Week is anxiety.
You can infuse your tea more than once!
Learn how to reduce food waste and get more out of your tea by re-brewing tea leaves. Discover which types of tea can be re-brewed and how to do it. Find out how re-brewing tea leaves can change the flavour profile of the tea. Join us on Stop Food Waste Day and do your part to reduce food waste.
An Introduction To The Tea Plant
Have you ever wondered what defines tea? What counts as tea and what doesn’t? In short, tea must come from the Camellia sinensis plant. All the wondrous varieties of tea in the world, whether green, black, or oolong, come from this one species of plant. In this article we explore this plant in detail. We’ll look at where it comes from, the unique conditions it grows in, and some of the challenges the plant is facing.
All About Matcha
Matcha is green tea that is ground into a powder and traditionally added to water and whipped into a frothy drink. It originated in Song dynasty china and is also strongly associated with the tea culture of Japan. Matcha is delicious, wakes you up, and has many health benefits, so it’s no surprise that its popularity is growing. Matcha is also a delicious and versatile ingredient, adding a unique sweet flavour to cakes, pancakes, ice cream, or lattes.
A Guide to Pre-Rain and First-Flush Teas
On your tea drinking journey you’ll often come across terms like 'Pre-Rain' and 'First-Flush' while exploring different varieties of tea. These terms refer to the harvest time of the tea leaves, which greatly influences the tea's flavour and character. This article explains what these terms mean.
Christmas Gift Guide
Know someone who likes tea but not sure what exactly they’s want? Read on for gift recommendations for for the tea people in your life. We have something for everyone, from someone just getting into tea to tea connoisseurs. In the first part we suggest some different teas, and in the second part we have tea ware recommendations based on your budget.
Tea and Philosophy in Japan
Philosophy and tea have an intimate connection in China and Japan, where tea is not just a drink but a practice. In recognition of World Philosophy Day, we will delve into the connections between philosophy and tea in Japan. We'll see how tea has been shaped by wabi-sabi aesthetic philosophy and the idea of self-cultivation.
Scotland's Best Afternoon Tea Locations
One of life's finest indulgences is afternoon tea. We've written before about the history of afternoon tea and how to choose the best tea to go with yours. In this post, we want to highlight some of the best places in Edinburgh for afternoon tea. For delicate sandwiches and delicious cakes paired with the best tea in the city, look to the following places that serve a selection of our teas.
Why Spring Tea Is So Good
As the weather warms up across some of the world's greatest tea-producing countries, tea bushes are pushing out their first buds and tiny leaves. Tea pickers will be entering the fields, and tea artisans will be starting to produce some of the world's finest teas. If you've ever heard terms like "pre-rain" or "first flush" used to describe tea, you may wonder what these descriptions mean and what makes tea harvested in spring so special. In this article, we'll delve into the lifecycle of the ...
Demystifying Flavourings in Tea
In the world of food and beverages, flavourings often find themselves at the centre of controversy. Many tea drinkers are sceptical about their use, associating flavourings with artificiality and substandard tea. In this blog post, we intend to dispel these misconceptions and highlight the true nature of the flavourings that go into your favourite cup of flavoured tea.
Christmas Food and Tea Pairing
Who doesn’t love a good cuppa with their favourite snack, or a tea to ease down a large meal? In this post we’ll help you find tea pairings for your Christmas food and snacks.
Brewing Temperature Rules of Thumb
When it comes to brewing tea, there are many different variables to consider to get the best possible flavour, from selecting the proper teaware to finding the perfect leaf-to-water ratio. One of the most important factors to consider when brewing tea is the water temperature. Different types of tea require different water temperatures to bring out their best flavours and aromas. While some teas taste best when brewed with boiling water, others should be brewed with water as low as 60 degrees...
Tea in Japan: Sencha, Gyokuro, and Matcha Explored
This week, we are celebrating Japanese tea culture. When one thinks of Japan, the image of the tea ceremony often comes to mind. Tea has been an integral part of Japanese culture for centuries, with a rich history dating back to ancient times. This blog will take you on a journey through Japanese tea, from its fascinating history to more detailed explorations of teas like Sencha, Gyokuro, and Matcha.
Caffeine in Tea
There is a tonne of incorrect information regarding the differing amounts of caffeine found in various types of tea and purported calculations of how much caffeine is in a cup. The number of variables makes it impossible to determine with certainty how much caffeine is in a cup of tea or which teas have more caffeine than others without access to a laboratory. There are, however, some general, fascinating facts about tea and caffeine.
The Six Categories of Tea
In China, there are an enormous number of different teas enjoyed by millions of people every day. There are six main types of tea: white tea, green tea, yellow tea, oolong tea, black tea, and pu-erh tea. In this post, we will explore each type of tea and how it is processed.
Recognising Tea Pluckers
International Tea Day is celebrated on May 21st to bring attention to issues within the tea production industry and to highlight the vulnerable situations many tea workers face. Tea pickers play a crucial role in the industry as they are responsible for plucking tea leaves from the plants. Despite their crucial role, tea pickers are often underpaid and work in difficult conditions. The tea industry is complex and lacks transparency, making it challenging to address issues faced by tea pickers...