According to Julian Tai of the California Chronicle, westerners are just beginning to realize what the people of Asia have known for centuries. Gourmet tea comes in many colors, strengths and varieties, and is best when brewed from loose leaves. There’s no need to reserve tea drinking for breakfast time and when recovering from an illness. There are different kinds of tea for every occasion.
In his article, “Gourmet Tea – A New Western Phenomenon”, Mr. Tai further explores the origins, processing and varieties of tea as well as its many uses. He challenges every reader to explode the myths of white tea and to find out the best green tea beverage to drink and the recommended brands.
The reason gourmet tea is becoming so popular in the US is that high-quality tea travels around the world and arrives fresh for the first time in history. Up until now it would be only a good young Puerh that would not be stale. But now with good tea available, people are going to notice. –Teaternity