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Mad about Matcha!

by Leefe Tea May 26, 2018

Matcha has been making waves and finding its place in modern dining concepts. The ingenuity of chefs churned out numerous matcha-inspired products such as patisseries, lattes and ice cream. Let's go deeper to understand what makes Matcha Matcha.

Posted in green tea, japanese green tea, matcha

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10 Ways to Utilize Used Tea Bags

by Leefe Tea May 03, 2018

We are used to throwing away our used tea bags after enjoying our cup of tea. However, do you know that there are many ways to utilize these bags? Before you toss them away, think twice!

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Beat the Heat! How to Make Cold Brew Tea

by Leefe Tea January 04, 2018

Cold-brewed teas are popular these days and are especially desired during the hot seasons. These teas are refreshing and well-liked as they are less astringent and bitter due to the cold steeping. Tannins are reduced when using cold water than hot water. Therefore, cold-brewed teas usually comes out much sweeter.

Posted in cold brew, green tea, japanese green tea, sencha

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Tea of the Month - Fukamushicha

by Leefe Tea November 11, 2017

Fukamushicha translates to "deep steamed tea". It is a unique type of tea typically produced in Shizuoka prefecture, Japan. The difference between Fukamushicha and any other type of regular Sencha (Japanese green tea) lies in the steaming process which is a step to halt oxidation peculiar to Japanese tea.

Posted in deep steamed, green tea, japanese green tea, pure, sencha

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How to Make the Perfect Brew!

by Leefe Tea October 23, 2017

Like making wine, steeping tea leaves is as much of an art which requires experience and a good understanding of your tea!

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Tea of the Month - Osminthus

by Leefe Tea October 03, 2017

Join us as we welcome our new Tea of the Month - Osminthus!

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Production of Japanese Sencha

by Leefe Tea August 12, 2017

In Japan, Sencha is the most commonly produced tea. The key difference between Sencha and other types of tea such as black tea and oolong tea is in its production method. To produce Sencha, oxidation of the tea leaves has to be stopped as soon as the leaves are picked. This is also why most people associate Japanese green tea with freshness!

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Tea Culture around the World

by Leefe Tea July 30, 2017

From a single plant, Camellia Sinensis, tea is consumed in different forms and enjoyed by many around the world. Tea culture is steeped in history, formed by centuries of trade, beliefs, practices and experiences.

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Types of Japanese Green Tea

by Leefe Tea July 23, 2017

Japanese green tea, as we commonly know it, often refers to Sencha. In Japan, there are however many more varieties of green tea that are consumed by the Japanese.

Posted in genmaicha, guricha, gyokuro, hojicha, kabusecha, kukicha, leefe tea, matcha, sencha

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10 Benefits of Drinking Green Tea

by Leefe Tea July 16, 2017

It is a well-established understanding that drinking Japanese green tea is beneficial for health. Here are 10 things drinking green tea can benefit you!

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