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Matcha

Matcha is a variety of fine, powdered green tea used particularly in the Japanese tea ceremony, as well as to flavour and dye foods such as mochi and soba noodles, green tea ice cream and a variety of wagashi (Japanese confectionery). The most famous matcha producing regions are Uji in Kyoto, Nishio in Aichi, Shizuoka, and northern Kyushu. The flavour of matcha is dominated by its amino acids. The highest grades of matcha have more intense sweetness and deeper flavour than the standard or coarser grades of tea harvested later in the year.   Matcha Green Tea Benefits - The …

Marrakech Mint Tea

Try out this awesome green tea blend from Distinctly Tea! This beautiful mint tea gives you a double-dose of goodness with its gunpowder green tea and peppermint providing tons of powerful antioxidants. The mint also helps with digestion and when you’re sick, can also be a soothing cold and flu remedy.

Green mint Irish smoothie

Do you have the luck of the Irish? Even if you don’t, this smoothie will make you feel lucky. Packed with spinach and peppermint, this great for you smoothie is not only tasty, but also vegan!

“Detoxing” with Soups

When one goes on a “detox” diet or plan, one tries to eat more wholesome foods and avoid fast food or already prepared foods. If you go back to your regular diet, you are going to feel tired and sluggish again and in time will think you have to “detox” again. By learning to incorporate healthier foods on a daily basis you will avoid this rollercoaster effect. Try changing things slowly and not go back to your past routine. Your body will love you for it and you will feel better in the long run.

Vegetable Turmeric Soup Recipe from Distinctly Tea

Brew TEA and set aside. Heat olive oil in a large saucepan. Add onions or leeks and cook till soft - approx. 2 - 3 minutes. Add carrots and cook for 3-5 minutes or until softened. Sprinkle turmeric, garlic, ginger and cayenne powders on vegetables. Stir for 1 minute to coat. Add broth, tea, salt and pepper and bring mixture to a boil; reduce heat to low. Add cauliflower cooking till softened; approximately 10-12 min. Add beans and spinach or kale and cook until greens are wilted. Note: Turmeric is a powder that can stain clothing very easily. Be careful when using.

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2023!

To help celebrate the New Year and get you off to a healthy start in 2023 we suggest you steep and enjoy one our many teas. We have over 400 Teas and herbs available. If you received some of our 10g sample packages this Christmas you probably have found a few that you would like […]
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