The story behind the fiery energy of ginger

Ginger, the aromatic rhizome of the Zingiber officinale plant, which is closely related to other strong-flavored plants including cardamom and turmeric, has been a staple in kitchens and medicine c...

An introduction to the world of tea

Tea comes in many forms: orthodox tea, CTC tea, organic tea, herbal infusions. The range is vast and the traditions are diverse. In this article, we provide an overview of the key concepts and what...

How to brew a great cup of tea

The world of tea is enormously diverse: there are many different forms, sizes, flavours, and emotions. Brewing tea is an art form in many countries. Consider the authentic Chinese or Japanese tea c...

The surprising history of chamomile

Chamomile has been used for thousands of years. From the ancient Egyptians to the monastery gardens of the Middle Ages, from Hippocrates to Beatrix Potter: this modest herb has a remarkably rich hi...

Varieties and cultivars: the basis of every tea aroma

Tea has an enormous richness of aromas and characters. As with wine and coffee, the story begins with the plant itself. The choice between varieties and cultivars determines the aroma and quality o...

Tree planting in Malawi: an income for farmers

Malawi loses an estimated 33,000 hectares of forest per year. Barely a tenth of the population is connected to the electricity grid, meaning demand for firewood and charcoal remains high and pressu...

The gentle power of chamomile tea

Chamomile is one of the most widely used ingredients in herbal infusions and blends worldwide. Its gentle, floral flavour and calming character make chamomile an ideal companion for moments of rela...

Tea bags without microplastics: the choice for corn PLA

Tea bags are enormously popular: industry figures suggest that approximately 95 per cent of Belgian and Dutch tea drinkers use them. But many traditional bags have a negative impact on the environm...

Dong Fang Mei Ren: the Oriental Beauty of Taiwan

Some teas have not only a distinctive flavour, but also a story that stays with you. One of them is Dong Fang Mei Ren, literally "Beauty from the East". This remarkable oolong tea from Taiwan made ...

The network of artisan tea farmers in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a country with a rich tea history and home to Ceylon tea. The island is today known for some of the finest teas in the world. While the majority of production goes into familiar teabag...

The subtle role of caffeine in tea leaves

Caffeine in tea is a complex interplay of chemistry, the terroir of the tea plant, and different production methods. In this article, we take a closer look at the presence of caffeine in the variou...

Schoolbooks for Satemwa: a small contribution with direct impact

More than a thousand children attend school on Satemwa Tea Estate in Thyolo, Malawi. Many of them are the children of workers who live and work on the plantation. Without this school, most of them ...