Jayshree Tea Blog | Tips , Resources, Facts & Trivias On Tea
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Jay Shree Tea & Industries Ltd. is the part of B.K Birla group and the third largest tea producer of tea in the world. We have 27 Tea Estates spread in all tea growing regions in India.
Jayshree Tea Blog | Tips , Resources, Facts & Trivias On Tea
4y ago
Why does first flush Darjeeling tea appear so green? This is a common question that crop up in every tea lovers’ mind. Though first flush Darjeeling is black variant, its appearance makes it look like green tea. Why is it so? Experts say that it is because of the manufacturing process of first flush that creates this unique property. Let us find out what is it…
How Manufacturing Process Imparts Greenish Color
Fresh tea leaves are plucked and transferred to factory where they are withered up to 60-65%. Now, since first flush leaves are spring bloom, they are silky and soft. Then the leave ..read more
Jayshree Tea Blog | Tips , Resources, Facts & Trivias On Tea
4y ago
Tea is a beverage that has entered the lifestyle of people. India has become the leading producer of this beverage, specializing in diverse kinds of leaves and blends – oolong tea, black, brew, green tea and Masala Chai.
Now, teas get their names according to the place they are produced. Darjeeling and Assam are two very popular tea growing regions that cultivate various types of blends. Teas of each region have their own distinct aroma and flavor. Though the two regions are geographically adjacent to one another, yet there are certain subtle differences between the beverages of these regions ..read more
Jayshree Tea Blog | Tips , Resources, Facts & Trivias On Tea
4y ago
There are as many colors of tea as there are flavors – black, green, white and red. White tea has a little yellow green tinge and a delicate flavor. It is also the most expensive variety and a tricky tea as well. Drinkers often hesitate to prepare a cup of white brew because its flavor is completely ruined if prepared in the wrong way. It cannot tolerate poor technique of preparation.
So, let’s find out how to prepare a cup of white tea to enjoy its best flavor…
How to Prepare White Brew
Heat Water
Make sure that you use good quality water to brew this costly tea. Filtered water or spring wa ..read more
Jayshree Tea Blog | Tips , Resources, Facts & Trivias On Tea
4y ago
Darjeeling is, undoubtedly, a beautiful hill station of West Bengal. This hill station is one of the favorite holiday destinations for many visitors across India and the world as well. Greenery, peaceful atmosphere and different attractive places will never make a tourist feel bore in Darjeeling. There are lots of things to do in this hill station. You can shop, enjoy delicious food, connect to spirituality, get adventure thrill and so on. There is no dearth of choices in Darjeeling.
Some of the Best Things to Indulge in Darjeeling
Enjoying a Ride in Batasia Loop
This is a stunning rail trac ..read more
Jayshree Tea Blog | Tips , Resources, Facts & Trivias On Tea
4y ago
You must be familiar with organic Darjeeling tea. Aren’t you? Organic blends are harvested in a natural way without the use any kind of chemicals, fertilizers or additives. So, these teas are pure and natural containing all essential nutrients. Organic Darjeeling tea helps a drinker to stay healthy while enjoying his beverage. Then, you must know how organic Darjeeling has made its way from the estates to the cup to give the drinking an enriching drinking experience.
Organic Darjeeling Tea Production
Harvesting
As you know, Darjeeling tea is harvested three times a year and every harvest is ..read more
Jayshree Tea Blog | Tips , Resources, Facts & Trivias On Tea
4y ago
CTC and Orthodox are two popular varieties of Assam tea. Their difference basically lies in their mode of production. It is from the production style that the blends get their names. Now, there are some drinkers who wonder about what these two blends are and how their taste and quality are differ from one another. When you are choose between CTC and Orthodox blends, you should know their difference.
Orthodox and CTC – Their Differences and Impact
CTC teas are strong flavored blends and have the tendency to become bitter. Orthodox blends are of high quality, have multi-layered and subtle flavor ..read more
Jayshree Tea Blog | Tips , Resources, Facts & Trivias On Tea
4y ago
We are all familiar with the four basic types of teas – green, white, oolong and black. There are other varieties as well like herbal teas, scented and flavored blends. But, tea production primarily means cultivation and production of the basic types of blends.
Tea is produced from the plant called Camellia Sinensis. Tea leaves of this plant are processed differently to give you blends of specific scent, color and taste. Tea is much like wine in the sense that its quality and flavor depends on the atmospheric condition it is grown. When tea leaves are collected, they are carried to t ..read more
Jayshree Tea Blog | Tips , Resources, Facts & Trivias On Tea
4y ago
How does the concept of afternoon tea come up? Well, it is an English custom. It is a civilized and sweet way of entertaining and breaking the day in a nice way. Now, there is a specialty of this ritual. What is it? It is not sure when this concept of afternoon tea was introduced in England. But, in 1840s, this ceremony gained popularity.
How did the custom of “Afternoon Tea” develop?
It is said that the custom of ‘Afternoon Tea’ arouse because of the desire of Duchess of Bedford to fill the stretch of time between dinner and lunch with some light meal of tea, sandwiches and ca ..read more
Jayshree Tea Blog | Tips , Resources, Facts & Trivias On Tea
4y ago
Many people prefer having organic blends to quench their thirst and, at the same time, stay healthy. However, this is not the only reason why you should choose pure organic tea. There are several other reasons for opting for organic blends over conventionally produced teas. Let’s find out what are they…
Better for Drinkers
The prime reason for picking organic teas is because it is good for the health. Fertilizers and pesticides are used for conventional manufacturing of blends. Though a significant portion of these artificial components are removed at the time of processing, ye ..read more
Jayshree Tea Blog | Tips , Resources, Facts & Trivias On Tea
4y ago
Darjeeling tea is a popular drink to people across the world. It is refreshing, soothing and delicious. Moreover, it is enriched with numerous health benefits. Tannin is an essential nutrient present in this beverage that has a number of health benefits and side effects.
Let’s find out some facts about tannins present in Darjeeling teas…
Tannins – What are they?
Tannins are an antioxidant present in teas. It is a chemical compound which is a component of a larger group of compound known as ‘polyphenols’. Molecules of tannins are much larger than the ones present in other ..read more