Tea




Why is tea called tea?

This blog explores the historical origins and linguistic evolution of the two main terms used to refer to tea around the world - "tea" and "chai". It traces how the Portuguese, Dutch, and Spanish colonial trade influenced the spread and adoption of these tea-related words across different regions.

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Are there best times to drink tea?

"Thirteen Rules" was proposed by Kebin Feng, a renowned Ming dynasty scholar, for the meaningful enjoyment of tea. He emphasized that tea drinking should be done in a tranquil environment, with good friends and a focus on savouring each sip to achieve a calm and peaceful state of mind.

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How much tea should I drink?

In this blog, Borntea outlines the optimal daily tea consumption and addresses common misconceptions about drinking too much tea. It provides guidelines on proper hydration, the relationship between water and tea intake and the potential issues of overconsumption, such as insomnia and "tea drunkenness".

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Is overnight tea drinkable?

Borntea outlines why overnight tea should be avoided and the proper way to drink tea in this blog. Overnight tea can become unsafe to drink due to bacterial growth, which leads to health risks. Additionally, Vitamins are also lost over time. The best way to enjoy tea is freshly brewed and finished within 30 minutes.

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