i love tea. generally, i drink a few cups a day- one or two in the morning, another around 3:00 in the afternoon and finally, an herbal tea before bed- assuming i don't choose an adult beverage instead.
but i have to be honest, while i've always loved tea, i never truly became obsessed until a. and i purchased this coffee/hot water maker. it's awesome because water's always hot and ready- making it perfect for an impromptu cup of tea at anytime of the day or night.
as my interest in tea has grown, so has my desire for more specialized tea accessories. i love loose leaf tea, so the tea maker and cast iron tea pots make using the loose stuff convenient, and since it's a bit more expensive, the tea spoon helps me gauge how much tea i'm using per cup. win-win-win.
in addition to finding tea at our local farmers market, i also buy from teavana and david's tea. there's a ton of flavors out there- so that can be a little overwhelming. i recommend starting with what you like or making a purchase with a friend and split the loot. i'm a bit of a purist...green, black and oolong are my go-to choices. but i've also experimented with buying some fruity herbal teas and mix them with mate or another base flavor. it's a fun way to find your fave combination.
if you're looking for a last-minute gift for the tea-lover in your life, i'd say start with anything listed above. i guarantee they'll be happy campers.
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