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Tea is an international drink, both in terms of its origins and popularity, and has a colourful and fascinating story to tell. This handsome illustrated reference is a guide to all major varieties of tea favourites such as Darjeeling, Assam and Earl Grey, as well as the more acquired tastes of Lapsang Souchong, Keemun and Nilgiri, and some beautiful and unusual teas which are more rare. Background: An introduction covers the history of tea, how tea is traded today, production, blending, brewing, storing and organic teas. The Directory: The main part of the book is a directory of teas grouped by country of production, and subdivided by region, accompanied by a map showing the main tea-growing areas. The countries covered are: China; Japan; Nepal; India; Sri Lanka; Taiwan; Georgia; Kenya; Malawi; Other producing countries Each individual tea is illustrated by close-up photography of the dry leaf, wet leaf and infusion, with an accompanying description of characteristics and brewing tips to enjoy the variety at its best. Feature boxes: This book includes special features on How Tea is Traded; The Chemistry of Tea; Tea-leaf Reading; Tea and Health; Teas Throughout the Day (suggestions on which variety of tea to take at different points during the day, and to suit your mood); and Tea Rituals Around the World. Other illustrations include photography of teaware, equipment, tea plantations, paintings of tea scenes, posters, caddy designs, and other tea ephemera.
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About the Author
Jane Pettigrew became involved in the world of tea after opening her teashop 'Tea-Time' in Clapham in 1983. She is author of Tea-Time Recipes (1991) and The Social History of Tea (2001). She speaks at conferences around the world and appears regularly on television and radio. She is Managing Director of St James's Teas Ltd.
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- PublisherThe National Trust
- Publication date2005
- ISBN 10 070780390X
- ISBN 13 9780707803906
- BindingHardcover
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages144
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