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While tea bags are the most popular way to steep tea, loose leaf teas provide a variety of flavors and complexities. Discover the differences in loose leaf tea and tea bags with expert tips from a tea retailer in this free video series.
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Tea bags are more popular than loose leaf tea. Discover the differences between loose leaf tea and tea bags with expert tips from a tea retailer in this free video about teas.

The type of tea used in tea bags comes from the bottom part of the tea plant. Lean about the types of tea in tea bags with expert tips from a tea retailer in this free video.

Check the quality of loose leaf tea before buying it. Discover how to buy loose leaf tea with expert tips from a tea retailer in this free video about teas.

When buying tea bags, check the company's reputation. Discover how to buy tea bags with expert tips from a tea retailer in this free video about teas.

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 700 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. Ever wondered about the differences between tea bags and loose leaf tea? If so, watch this free video series. Our expert, Kim Pham, is the owner of a tea lounge. She discusses the benefits of both tea bags and loose leaf tea. Learn to recognize the taste differences, and get tips on when buying tea bags or loose leaf tea. So, take a moment, and learn more about tea today!
Kim Pham Kim Pham has co-owned the Kaleisia Tea Lounge in Tampa, Fla. since 2004. She has traveled extensively to cultivate her knowledge of tea and learn the 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.dkdk
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