Tea guides
Honest, well-researched guides to help you brew better, drink smarter, and enjoy every cup a little more.
New to tea?
TEA 101
Green, black, white, oolong, pu-erh, and herbal – here is everything you need to know about the main tea families and what makes each one different.
Getting started
How to make tea perfectly, every time
It is not hard – it just takes consistency and following the same steps.
Loose leaf
Bagged tea vs loose leaf tea
The honest pros and cons of each, so you can decide what suits you.
Taste & varieties
Green tea
What does green tea taste like?
Grassy, sweet, nutty or smoky – it depends which variety you are drinking.
Milk tea
What is milk tea?
From Thai iced tea to boba and Hong Kong-style brews, milk tea is a world of its own.
Oolong
What does oolong tea taste like?
Smooth and slightly sweet, from floral and fresh to rich and roasted.
Brewing & recipes
Recipe
How to make matcha tea lattes the easy way
Skip the ceremony – here is how to make a great matcha latte at home.
Gardening
19 types of flower tea you can grow
Beautiful flowers that double as amazing teas and tisanes.
Explore more
Health & wellness
Caffeine content, health benefits, and what the research actually says about your favourite teas.
Brands & reviews
Honest roundups and our favourite picks across every variety – from oolong to earl grey.
Regions & origins
From Chinese oolongs to English breakfast blends – explore tea through the places it comes from.