Tea for Dummies - Paperback

by Lisa McDonald (Author), Jill Rheinheimer (Author)

Soothe the body, mind, spirit, and senses--with tea

Tea For Dummies is your guide to enjoying the delicate flavors and health benefits of the world's second most popular beverage. This book helps novices and connoisseurs alike step confidently into the vast, versatile world of tea. Learn which teas are right for you and brew the perfect cup. We'll also look at the research on tea's benefits, including lower blood pressure, reduced stress, lessened risk of cancer and cognitive decline, and easier weight management. Where is tea grown? How is it processed? What's the best way of incorporating tea into a healthy lifestyle? How is tea enjoyed around the world? Dummies answers all your tea questions, so you can enjoy every sip.

• Learn the basics of tea production and preparation
• Discover the varieties of tea and get to know their effects
• Develop a deep knowledge of tea to enhance the experience of drinking or serving it
• Maximize the mental and physical health benefits of herbal and caffeinated teas

This compendium of tea wisdom is perfect for anyone looking for a deeper enjoyment and appreciation of tea. We'll help you figure out where to start with tea, and if you're already part of the tea fan club, we'll inspire and fascinate you even more.

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Steep yourself in tea knowledge

Tea is pretty amazing! Tea For Dummies will show you just how amazing it is with a complete introduction to this popular beverage. You will learn where tea is grown, how it is processed, and how to brew the perfect cup. When you discover its complexities and nuances, your appreciation and enjoyment of tea will go from having a cup of tea to having an experience with every sip.

Inside...

• Discovering all the types of tea
• Choosing the right tea for you
• Brewing tea like a pro
• Maximizing your tea experience
• Investigating health benefits
• Tea rituals around the world
• Fascinating facts about tea
• Tea in the kitchen and cocktails

Author Biography

Lisa McDonald is one of a handful of European-trained tea sommeliers in the U.S. and the owner of TeaHaus in Ann Arbor, MI (teahaus.com), an acclaimed tea shop where customers can find over 200 varieties of tea.

Jill Rheinheimer, an editor and graphic designer, writes a research-based blog about all things tea (ItsMoreThanTea.wordpress.com) as well as educational and marketing material for TeaHaus.