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Robert Fortune, Scotland's other 007!

Posted by Anita on Apr 11, 2013

When you sit down to enjoy your next cup of tea (of course we hope a Jenier cup of tea!) take a moment to consider the amount of intrigue, deceit and subterfuge that's behind your refreshing cuppa. Te … read more

Tea and Tradition in Japan

Posted by Jenny on Feb 22, 2013

Green tea is a central character in Japanese History. Folk lore evolved and grew to include songs and stories about tea drinking. It is believed tea was introduced to Japan after a Buddhist priest had … read more

Scotsman - Father of Ceylon Tea

Posted by Anita on May 22, 2012

James Taylor, 'Father of Ceylon Tea' Born in Scotland during the 1830, James Taylor was one of the most influential tea pioneers of Ceylon tea. At the young age of 16yrs, he signed up to work a … read more

Ginger root or stem?

Posted by Anita on May 22, 2012

Ginger is often mistaken as being a root, when in fact it's actually an underground stem from a tropical herb plant Zingiber Officinale. After the fall of the Roman Empire ginger nearly disappeared co … read more

Black Tea extract TF-2 may help fight cancer

Posted by Anita on Jun 18, 2011

Suggestions that black tea extract can shrink cancer cells calls for more research.Recent US study shows more health benefits of black tea.A recent study conducted by US researchers in New Jersey and … read more