Black Tea

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Black tea is a strong beverage widely consumed in the western world. Learn about black teas with this free tea brewing video series.

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    Black Tea Gradings

    Black teas are graded by leaf size and by where they are grown. Learn about black tea grading with tips from a tea lounge owner in this free tea brewing video.

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    Brewing Black Tea

    Black tea can be brewed with boiling water for three to five minutes. Brew black tea with tips from a tea lounge owner in this free tea brewing video.

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    Chinese & Indian Black Teas

    Chinese and Indian black teas differ in taste and process. Learn about Chinese and Indian black teas with tips from a tea lounge owner in this free tea brewing video.

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    Decaffeinating Black Tea

    Decaffeinating black tea can be done harmfully with chemicals or safely at home with a teapot. Decaffeinate black tea at home with tips from a tea lounge owner in this free tea brewing video.

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    What Is Black Tea?

    Black tea is the most processed of all the teas made from the tea plant. Learn about black tea with tips from a tea lounge owner in this free tea brewing video.

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Summary: Tea is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world, second only to water. It is an infusion of processed leaves, buds, or twigs of a tea bush steeped in hot water, offering a multitude of subtle medicinal benefits and comfort. Originating in southeast Asia, tea has an array of creation myths, including Chinese Emperor Shennong's serendipitous consumption of the mystic beverage in 2737 BC. Containing over seven hundred chemicals, tea possesses proven health benefits like antioxidants, heart disease prevention, blood pressure normalization, and aiding digestion. Whether drinking for spiritual fulfillment or medicinal aid, tea is a comforting beverage enjoyed hot or cold, green or black, sweet or earthy.

In this free tea brewing video series, a tea lounge owner talks about black tea. Learn what black tea is, as well as the differences between Chinese and Indian black teas. Find out how black teas are graded and how to properly brew black tea. For an evening cup, learn how to decaffeinate black tea at home. Start brewing the perfect cup of tea with this informative guide.

About the Expert

Expert: Kim Pham co-owns the Kaleisia Tea Lounge in Tampa. She has traveled extensively to cultivate her knowledge of tea, and she has learned the tea supply chain from start to finish. Through her business, Pham offers a wide range of workshops to share her love of tea with the community.

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