Monday, January 25, 2010

Imagine your own Japanese Tea House!

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Yes, some take their tea so seriously, they build their own tea house! I, myself would just love to have a tea room. Have you considered making a tea corner? There are ways to create space in our environment for moments of serenity, be it a space for prayer, meditation or a yoga mat or a cozy reading nook. Do you have a few moments at the start or end of your day for reflection? Consider a symbolic mug or beautiful tea cup used especially for a time of gratitude before starting your day or drifting off in blissful sleep. Life moves so quickly, 5 minutes to appreciate it can make it a little sweeter!

We have four new teas in our shop this month:

Nougatine Plum Rouge:
This interesting flavored fruit mélange is fruity, sweet and low in acid with the subtle flavor of sun-ripened plums. An aromatic blend of fruits, almonds, vanilla and lavender blossoms is crowned with a touch of honey and nougat. Enjoy this rich and satisfying drink hot or on the rocks.
Recommendations: Use 1 heaping tsp. per 6 oz. cup; heat fresh water to a roaring boil; let steep for 7-10 minutes Ingredients: Apple bits, plum bits w/rice flour as separating agent, rosehip peels, hibiscus, beetroot bits, sliced almonds, grapes, candied almonds, brown sugar, vanilla bits, lavender blossoms, flavoring. Contains nut products.

Health Benefits: Also known as fruit mélanges, fruit blend teas are naturally caffeine-free, rich in antioxidants and vitamins, and are best known for their high content of vitamin C. A typical fruit tea may contain a variety of fruit pieces, with one or two predominant fruit flavors. They often contain hibiscus and rose hips that help strengthen the immune system, as they are rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, C, K, E and beta-carotene.
Green Tea Paradise:
Sencha flavored with a heavenly blend of forest fruits for a delightful strawberry, raspberry, rhubarb taste. Try it on ice!

Recommendations: Use 1 heaping tsp. per 6 oz. cup; heat fresh water until steam rises (180º F); let steep for 1 min.
Ingredients: Green tea, flavoring, blue mallow blossoms, rhubarb bits, red currantsHealth Benefits: In traditional Chinese and Indian medicine, practitioners have used green tea as a stimulant, diuretic, digestion aid and astringent. Studies show that green tea has the ability to regulate blood glucose, enhance mental performance, reduce inflammation, improve bone mineral density and lower risk of heart disease. It is a rich source of the polyphenol EGCG, shown to provide protection against cancer, particularly colon, lung and skin cancers.
China Pu Erh Bold Leaf, Organic:
In response to the growing demand for Pu-Erh tea, we have added this loose leaf variety from the Chinese Yunnan province. It is light and has a mild, flowery-earthy flavor.

Recommendations: Use 1 heaping tsp. per 6 oz. cup; heat fresh cold water to a roaring boil; let steep for 5 min. Try with some milk.
Ingredients: Pu Erh tea 


Health benefits: In China, Pu-erh tea is valued for its unique taste and proven health benefits. By aiding digestion (particularly of fatty foods), Pu-erh is the perfect tea after a heavy meal. Studies suggest that the tea increases the drinker's metabolism, thereby facilitating weight loss. Long-term consumption of Pu-erh tea is believed to help reduce high blood pressure and cholesterol levels and play an important role in preventing heart disease and cancer.

Japan Genmai-cha:
Genmai-cha, a Japanese specialty, stands for "brown rice tea". Green tea is blended with roasted, partially puffed rice giving it a "toasty" flavor. The quality of Genmai-cha varies widely depending on the base tea used. While most Genmai-cha sold in this country is based on larger leaf Bancha, this specific grade consists of a blend of Sencha and fine Bancha, making it very fragrant and aromatic. Genmai-cha is lower in caffeine than other green teas.

Recommendations: Use 1 heaping tsp. per 6 oz. cup; heat fresh, cold water until steam rises (180° F); let steep for 1-2 min.
Ingredients: Green tea, roasted and popped rice
Health Benefits: In traditional Chinese and Indian medicine, practitioners have used green tea as a stimulant, diuretic, digestion aid and astringent. Studies show that green tea has the ability to regulate blood glucose, enhance mental performance, reduce inflammation, improve bone mineral density and lower risk of heart disease. It is a rich source of the polyphenol EGCG, shown to provide protection against cancer, particularly colon, lung and skin cancers.
Parisienne Soiree:
The newest member of our Earl Grey blends, Parisienne Soiree will draw you in with its unique aroma and blend of flavors - bergamot, grapefruit and mandarin. A great after dinner or anytime tea, made to be shared.

Recommendations: Use 1 level tsp. per 6 oz. cup; heat fresh water to a roaring boil; let steep 3 min. Try with milk and rock sugar.
Ingredients: Black tea, bergamot, citrus flavoring 


Health Benefits: Black tea is a powerful source of anti-oxidants that can slow down the aging process and help prevent a wide variety of diseases. Medical research suggests that black tea can assist in lowering cholesterol and regulating blood sugar. Much lower in caffeine than coffee, black tea gently stimulates the heart and circulatory system. By keeping blood vessels soft and lowering blood pressure, black tea can help prevent heart disease and strokes.
Each 4 oz bag is only $6, or all 4 teas for only $20!
Tea; the last affordable luxury!
To purchase these visit our store!
http://thecenterofpower.com/store/index.php?cPath=2_19

2 comments:

  1. I want that tea house in my backyard!!

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  2. I know, right?!!!

    Say, do you drink tea? Read about some of our teas, they have been helpful in reducing Cholesterol....

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