The Best Tea Gifts
Tea is an ancient beverage thought to date back some 5,000 years ago to its discovery by a Chinese emperor and has been used ever since for various purposes including ceremonial and medicinal. All tea originates from the evergreen plant Camilla Sinensis, with thousands of varieties grown throughout the world to produce different types of tea.
Fortunately for the millions of tea lovers, there is no shortage of tea and tea products available, thus finding the right gift shouldn't be too difficult. Be sure the tea being purchased is fresh and hasn't been sitting on the shelf for months or even years. Check expiration dates or ask the retailer about it if needed.
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Tea Gift Baskets
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A wicker gift basket filled with an assortment of tea and cookies would be a delightful gift for a tea lover. Teas should be interesting selections such as fruity blends or green tea with added flavors that the recipient might not have tried before. Cookies can be biscotti style for dipping or shortbread to enhance sweetness. Tea gift baskets can be homemade, or ordered online from a gift basket service.
Teapots and Teapot Sets
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A single teapot might be an appropriate gift for someone who collects them and the design can be elegant or whimsical depending on personal tastes. Teapot sets come in a large variety of ensembles from a cozy set for one, to a large setting for eight. Materials can be ceramic, porcelain, glass, bone china or sterling silver. A set for two would make a nice wedding or anniversary gift, while a larger set might be the right selection for a good friend or family member who entertains often.
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Remedy Tea Blends
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Remedy or medicinal blends are welcome and useful gifts for the health conscious person. Tasty blends exist for many different needs such as sleep, weight loss, energy, colds and digestive distress. Teas can be brewed for mild relief or stronger for more robust effects by adjusting the steep time. A thoughtful gift could consist of several varieties of blends a person could sample. These blends can be bought online or at local health food stores.
Tea of the Month Club
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An interesting and enticing gift for the true tea connoisseur might be a tea of the month membership that introduces new or unusual specialty blends. For a beginner or occasional tea drinker, memberships can be arranged so shipments arrive bimonthly or quarterly, allowing the person to consume most of the tea before the next sample arrives.
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