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Well, botanically speaking almonds are actually stone fruits related to the cherry, the plum and the peach. They grow on trees about 30ft high and look like an elongated peach with a hard green/gray h … read more

The discovery of a new tea and a new era. The commercialisation of Assam tea all started with a Scottish gentleman, Major Robert Bruce (not to be confused with Robert the Bruce!) in 1823 when he lea … read more

There's no doubt flowering teas, also known as Artisan, Blooming or Display teas, are very beautiful to behold. Their basic structure comprises of tea leaves sewn together around a flower or a number … read more

Over the years more and more scientific research has been made into the health benefits offered by all types of tea. However, it seems every week a new report is released about the most recent study c … read more

Taiwan is renowned for its wonderful oolong teas and one area that is no exception is Alishan, renowned for the quality oolong tea grown on its range of high mountain slopes.Alishan Oolong TeaThe most … read more