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  • admin 22:29 on 12/02/2012 Permalink | Reply
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    White tea is fast becoming a very popular drink in the Western world. Once consumed only in China and Japan, and only for the most elegant of occasions, white tea is now being consumed as an everyday beverage for people all over the world. White tea is special because of its very light and delicate flavor and fragrance. Its far milder and less astringent than black teas, and lacks the grassy flavor of many green teas. In addition, white tea has all the health benefits of green tea, and possibly even more benefits. Like black and green tea, white tea comes from the camellia sinensis plant. But, white teas are harvested much earlier than other teas, before the leaves are fully open and while they retain fine white hair on the buds. White tea is also processed differently than black and

    green teas, in that it receives the virtually no processing. The leaves are simply dried and steamed. The steaming prevents the leaves from oxidizing, protecting the delicate flavor and helping the tea leaves retain their natural anti-oxidants. These potent anti-oxidants have been shown to slow down the aging process and prevent serious illnesses like cancer and heart disease. The catechins in green and white tea have been shown to help speed up the metabolism and oxidize fat, promoting weight loss. In addition, white tea in particular seems to improve the immune system, helping your body fight off bacteria and viruses. Like other teas, white tea is high in fluoride, so it helps keep your teeth healthy, too. One of the finest white teas available is a blend called white Persian melon tea. This tea blends the finest white tea with melon nectar for a refreshing and fruity taste. Not only does the addition of melon enhance the flavor of the white tea, but it enhances the health benefits, too. Melons are also a potent source of anti-oxidants. Melons contain lycopene, vitamins A and C, beta carotene, and potassium. They also contain an anti-oxidant called GliSODdin, which has the power to eradicate some of the most destructive free radicals in the body. In addition, GliSODin stimulates our bodies to produce its own anti-oxidants, and has been clinically proven to help maintain cellular health and protect against oxidative damage in several studies. These anti-oxidants produced by our bodies are far more powerful at neutralizing free radicals than the anti-oxidants we consume through

    diet. So, now that Ive convinced you that white Persian melon tea is a beverage you simply must add to your diet, youre probably wondering the best way to drink it. First, its important to begin with high quality loose tea. White tea is the rarest of all teas, which also means that its the most expensive. However, even the finest white tea is affordable, costing less per cup than most sodas and gourmet coffees. Choose your tea from a reputable tea purveyor to ensure that youre getting only the best tea. White tea is less compact than other loose teas, so you will need more per cup than with many other loose teas. Next, its important to use fresh cold water anytime you brew tea. Put the water in a clean tea kettle and bring it to a boil on the stove. Put hot tap water in your teapot to warm it up while the water is heating. Once the water boils, remove the tap water from your pot and add your tea leaves. Use about 2 teaspoons per cup for white Pers ian melon tea. Let the water sit for a minute or two before pouring it over the tea leaves. This assures you that the water has cooled to between 170-185 F, the perfect temperature for brewing white teas. Steep your white Persian melon tea for about 5-8 minutes, depending on your tastes. The tea will be pale with a golden color. Expect a sweet and fruity flavor with just a hint of smokiness. You should be able to get at least two infusions from high quality white Persian melon tea. On those warm summer days, youll find no better tea blends for iced tea than white Persian melon. The melon flavor, somewhere between the taste of

    honeydew and the taste of cantaloupe, is very reminiscent of summer and very refreshing. To make iced tea, simply brew several servings of tea at once and allow to cool. Since white tea is so delicate in flavor, its not wise to make white tea and then pour it over ice while hot. Doing so may dilute the flavor of the tea to a point that it tastes too weak. Instead, allow the pitcher of tea to cool before serving. This keeps the original flavor of the tea by not allowing the ice to dilute it too much. You can also use your white Persian melon tea for cooking. In fact, one of the best ways to poach fish is in white tea rather than water. Make about 2 cups of white Persian melon tea. Add other seasonings, such as lemon, salt and pepper as desired to the tea. Sear the fish fillets slightly in a pan on top of the stove. When seared, add the seasoned white tea and allow the fish to cook until done. Try salmon, sea bass or tilapia with this recipe for a mild and delicious fish dish. Experiment and youll likely find many other ways to use white Persian melon tea, both for drinking and for cooking. Youll soon find out why this delicate white tea is one of the most highly prized in all the world.

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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  • admin 10:25 on 11/02/2012 Permalink | Reply
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    Today, cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States and its incidence has risen dramatically over the last 50 years. This leads scientists to the conclusion that our lifestyle and environment must play an important role in whether or not we develop cancer. There is still much more to learn about the factors that influence cancer development, but in the meantime, we should take to heart the things that we know cause cancer, and those that we believe can prevent it. Here are some things you can do to reduce your risk. The first is eating a healthy diet, rich in fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are rich in anti-oxidants, which can prevent cancer and other diseases. Anti-oxidants are very effective at combating free radicals that are

    created in our bodies as we process food. We cant stop these free radicals from occurring, but we can combat them with anti-oxidants. If we dont combat them they cause damage to our cells and DNA, and this is what leads to premature aging and disease. If you want to significantly increase the anti-oxidant level in your diet, pay special attention to the foods that can give you the most value. Get your fair share of artichokes, red beans, blueberries, pomegranates, tomatoes and green tea. Yes, thats right green tea. In fact, in terms of dietary changes to help prevent cancer, green tea may be the very best thing you can add to your diet. There has been much research in recent years on the effects green tea has in preventing, and even treating cancer. Many studies have shown that green teas anti-oxidant power can be a powerful preventative against cancer. Not only is this suggested by the significantly lower cancer rate in Asian countries where green t ea is widely consumed, but many studies have supported this theory. In 1999, the Alternative Medicine Review reported that green tea appears to affect cancer in many ways. First, it is a powerful free radical scavenger, and destroys more free radicals than many other forms of anti-oxidants. Secondly, green tea seems to have the power to inhibit the growth of abnormal cells, many of which might have started as, or turned into cancer cells. Green tea also appears to be a very strong detoxifying agent, helping to rid the body of potentially harmful substances. Finally, the

    Alternative Medicine Review reported that green tea inhibits the growth of cancer cells. Therefore, even in patients who have already been diagnosed with cancer, green tea may be helpful, because it may prevent the cancer from spreading. Other studies have also shown that green tea can be an effective adjunct therapy for cancer, not only because it appears to inhibit the spread of cancer, but also because it makes traditional therapies more effective. One study showed that when mice were given green tea in conjunction with chemotherapy, the chemotherapy drugs invaded the cancer cells in higher concentration than when the chemotherapy was administered alone. Another recent study of breast cancer patients in stages one and two showed a significantly lower rate of cancer recurrence when the patients were given large doses of green tea. Making Green Tea Part of Your Life If youd like to add green tea to your diet for its health effects, many doctor s recommend that you start with about three cups per day. Experiment with the many flavors of green tea that are on the market, or stick with the traditional green tea so popular in Asian restaurants. Either will have the health benefits hot or iced. While most American doctors recommend that you begin with 3 cups of green tea per day, you should know that in Asian cultures most people drink significantly more than that. The average in China is 4-5 cups a day, and in Japan its estimated to be as high as 8-10 cups per day. If you dont think you can manage that much tea in a day, there

    are green tea extract supplements available at many drug stores and health food stores. One of the great things about using green tea as a preventative treatment is that there are no side effects. Green tea is healthy and safe even to give to your children. Green tea has significantly less caffeine that coffee and even has less caffeine that traditional black tea. So, its well tolerated by nearly everyone. In addition to research showing that green tea helps prevent cancer, there is also evidence to suggest that it reduces your risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and Alzheimers disease. It is also thought to slow down the overall aging process. So, what do you have to lose? It seems there is no downside to drinking green tea and there may be a great many benefits.

    Copyright c 2006-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is the President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. Golden Moon Tea carefully selects the finest rare and orthodox teas, which are processed slowly and handcrafted with extreme care. At their website, you can learn more about their current tea offerings, including their exceptional green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea, white tea, black tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea, oolong tea also known as wu-long and wu long tea and chai. Visit http://www.goldenmoontea.com for all details concerning the Golden Moon Tea Companys fine line of teas. Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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  • admin 20:39 on 01/11/2011 Permalink | Reply
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    For years, green tea was consumed almost exclusively in Asia. For centuries, green tea has been used by Chinese herbalists to treat many health maladies from menstrual difficulties to headaches. In China and Japan, most people drink green tea all day long. However, here in the Western world it has gained popularity only in the last few years. There are many ways to enjoy green tea, and many things to learn about it. There are several differences between green tea and other types of tea. Processing Green tea comes from the same plant as black tea, but it is processed differently. Green tea, however, is not fermented like black tea. Green tea leaves are laid out to wither for about 8 to 24 hours after plucking to allow most of the water to evaporate. Next,

    to prevent the oxidation fermentation process, the leaves are steamed or pan fried. Finally the leaves are rolled and then dried again, unlike black tea leaves, which are cut. Flavor Because green tea is in a very natural state, it tastes more plant like than black tea. Most people describe green tea as having a somewhat grassy taste. It is green and somewhat pale in color, and can become bitter if over brewed. Green tea can have subtleties and differences in aroma and flavor based on the variety of the tea plant and the region in which the tea is grown. In addition, there are many flavored green teas. Green teas are blended with herbs or fruit to create a wide variety of flavors. Many people who dont enjoy the taste of plain green tea love the combination of green tea with other flavors. Serving method Green tea needs cooler water than any other tea for proper brewing. Water for green tea should be heated to about 160F. It can be enjoyed with s weetener, milk or lemon if you prefer. Green tea can also be enjoyed cold. Keeping a pitcher of iced green tea in your refrigerator lets you enjoy its health benefits all day long. Caffeine Content Green tea contains only about half the amount of caffeine as black tea. Black tea contains about 40 mg of caffeine per serving, while green tea contains just 20. In addition, caffeine in tea has been shown to be less likely to cause jitters than other caffeinated beverages. Health Benefits Green tea has received a lot of attention in recent years because it has

    been shown in research to be very effective at preventing many diseases and even in treating some. The natural anti-oxidants in green tea make it one of the most powerful health protectors you can consume as part of your diet. Green tea may be effective in: * Reducing your risk of some forms of cancer Many different studies have supported the finding that green tea can prevent and possibly even help treat some forms of cancer. The first interest in green teas health benefits resulted from statistics showing that Asian cultures, where green tea is the most commonly consumed beverage, have the lowest incidences of cancer in the world. Some studies have even shown that green tea compounds can inhibit the growth of cancer cells, slowing the progress of the disease. It appears that tea may be most effective at preventing bladder, colon, rectal, esophageal, bladder, liver, lung, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer and prostate cancer. * Lowering Cholest erol – Tea has been shown to be effective in lowering LDL cholesterol the bad cholesterol. It appears that teas anti-oxidants work with HDL cholesterol to help transport bad cholesterol to the liver, where it can be passed from the body. Tea also appears to inhibit the formation of abnormal blood clots, which are the leading cause of heart attacks and strokes. * Ease Rheumatoid Arthritis Teas anti-oxidants may have the power to help prevent rheumatoid arthritis. In some studies, it has even been suggested that green tea may be able to ease symptoms of those already

    suffering with this disease. * Help Lose Weight Teas combination of catechins and caffeine appear to speed up the metabolism and may help with weight loss. In addition, it appears that using green tea as a diet supplement causes fewer instances of jitteriness and rapid heart rate than other diet supplements. It may also help regulate insulin in the body, which can be beneficial for diabetics. Many studies have shown that lifelong tea drinkers tend to weigh less and have less body fat than non tea drinkers. * Prevent Alzheimers disease Studies suggest that tea drinkers may also be less likely to develop Alzheimers disease. Though the subject requires far more research, it has also been suggested that green teas potent anti-oxidants may even have the power to slow down the progress of Alzheimers disease in those already suffering. Most people in the Western world still drink black tea over green tea. But, as you can see, there are many health reasons to make green tea a part of your regular diet. Green tea may be an important way to protect your health and prevent disease. And, its delicious, too!

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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  • admin 04:35 on 01/11/2011 Permalink | Reply
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    Today, cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States and its incidence has risen dramatically over the last 50 years. This leads scientists to the conclusion that our lifestyle and environment must play an important role in whether or not we develop cancer. There is still much more to learn about the factors that influence cancer development, but in the meantime, we should take to heart the things that we know cause cancer, and those that we believe can prevent it. Here are some things you can do to reduce your risk. The first is eating a healthy diet, rich in fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are rich in anti-oxidants, which can prevent cancer and other diseases. Anti-oxidants are very effective at combating free radicals that are created in our bodies as we process food. We cant stop these free radicals

    from occurring, but we can combat them with anti-oxidants. If we dont combat them they cause damage to our cells and DNA, and this is what leads to premature aging and disease. If you want to significantly increase the anti-oxidant level in your diet, pay special attention to the foods that can give you the most value. Get your fair share of artichokes, red beans, blueberries, pomegranates, tomatoes and green tea. Yes, thats right green tea. In fact, in terms of dietary changes to help prevent cancer, green tea may be the very best thing you can add to your diet. There has been much research in recent years on the effects green tea has in preventing, and even treating cancer. Many studies have shown that green teas anti-oxidant power can be a powerful preventative against cancer. Not only is this suggested by the significantly lower cancer rate in Asian countries where green tea is widely consumed, but many studies have supported this theory. In 1999, the Alternative Medicine Review reported that green tea appears to affect cancer in many ways. First, it is a powerful free radical scavenger, and destroys more free radicals than many other forms of anti-oxidants. Secondly, green tea seems to have the power to inhibit the growth of abnormal cells, many of which might have started as, or turned into cancer cells. Green tea also appears to be a very strong detoxifying agent, helping to rid the body of potentially harmful substances. Finally, the Alternative Medicine Review reported that green tea inhibits the growth of cancer cells. Therefore, even in patients who have already been diagnosed with cancer, green tea may be helpful, because it may prevent the cancer from spreading.

    Other studies have also shown that green tea can be an effective adjunct therapy for cancer, not only because it appears to inhibit the spread of cancer, but also because it makes traditional therapies more effective. One study showed that when mice were given green tea in conjunction with chemotherapy, the chemotherapy drugs invaded the cancer cells in higher concentration than when the chemotherapy was administered alone. Another recent study of breast cancer patients in stages one and two showed a significantly lower rate of cancer recurrence when the patients were given large doses of green tea. Making Green Tea Part of Your Life If youd like to add green tea to your diet for its health effects, many doctors recommend that you start with about three cups per day. Experiment with the many flavors of green tea that are on the market, or stick with the traditional green tea so popular in Asian restaurants. Either will have the health benefits hot or iced. While most American doctors recommend that you begin with 3 cups of green tea per day, you should know that in Asian cultures most people drink significantly more than that. The average in China is 4-5 cups a day, and in Japan its estimated to be as high as 8-10 cups per day. If you dont think you can manage that much tea in a day, there are green tea extract supplements available at many drug stores and health food stores. One of the great things about using green tea as a preventative treatment is that there are no side effects. Green tea is healthy and safe even to give to your children. Green tea has significantly less caffeine that coffee and even has less caffeine that traditional black tea. So, its well tolerated

    by nearly everyone. In addition to research showing that green tea helps prevent cancer, there is also evidence to suggest that it reduces your risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and Alzheimers disease. It is also thought to slow down the overall aging process. So, what do you have to lose? It seems there is no downside to drinking green tea and there may be a great many benefits.

    Copyright c 2006-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is the President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. Golden Moon Tea carefully selects the finest rare and orthodox teas, which are processed slowly and handcrafted with extreme care. At their website, you can learn more about their current tea offerings, including their exceptional green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea, white tea, black tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea, oolong tea also known as wu-long and wu long tea and chai. Visit http://www.goldenmoontea.com for all details concerning the Golden Moon Tea Companys fine line of teas. Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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    Whenever youre trying a new tea for the first time, you want to ensure that you get the very best quality in the tea. Vanilla jasmine tea is becoming a favorite of many tea drinkers because of its sweet, comforting and fragrant flavor. And, the flavors of vanilla and jasmine blend so well with any flavor, this tea can be made from green, white, black or oolong teas. This makes it even more complicated to understand which teas are the best quality. One thing that can affect the quality of a tea is the time during the growing season when the tea is plucked. Following is some information to help you determine how to pick a quality vanilla jasmine tea by examining how the plucking time of the tea variety affects its quality.

    Green tea Green vanilla jasmine tea will have a very natural and mild flavor, and will be sweeter than a black vanilla jasmine tea. Green tea harvesters often pluck green tea multiple times during the growing season. However, the first pluckings, or the first flush green teas will always be the best. This is because this first flush is picked in the spring, before the weather gets too hot. Tea that is plucked later in the growing season has baked in the heat and sun before harvest, which compromises the teas flavor. White tea – All white tea is first flush tea. White tea is, by definition, picked only in the spring, when the tea plant blooms for the first time of the growing season. The tea is harvested before the buds are fully opened and while theyre still covered with a fine white hair, which is why its called white tea. One of the reasons that white tea is the rarest of all teas is because it can be harvested just once during the growing season. V anilla jasmine white teas are the mildest and sweetest of all jasmine teas with a wonderful jasmine scent that is even more fragrant because of the mildness of the white tea. Black Tea Most vanilla jasmine teas are made from black teas, which are also best at the first flush, for the same reason that was mentioned about green tea. Later flushes of black tea have been exposed to more heat and sun, and their flavor may have been compromised. The exception to this rule is Assam black teas, grown

    in the Assam region of India. The second flush of Assam black teas are said to be the best of the season. So, if you find an Assam vanilla jasmine tea, look for second flush of the season. Oolong Tea Oolong teas are semi-fermented, meaning that they go through a fermentation process like black teas, but for a much shorter period of time. Most oolong teas are fermented to about 30%, unless they are pouchong oolong teas from Taiwan, which are only about 15% fermented. As with green and black teas, oolong teas are best from the first flush, when the weather is milder and the tea has had more rain. Oolong teas have a fruity flavor and a very smooth finish that pairs beautifully with jasmine and vanilla. Some of the best tea gardens only sell first flush black, green and oolong teas. These tea gardens are known for their high quality teas, which are typically grabbed up by the best tea merchants. Tea gardens that do harvest their tea all throughout the gro wing season should label their tea according to the harvest from which it was plucked, so there is no confusion about which teas are the best of the year. First flush teas, as you might imagine, will be priced higher than teas harvested later in the season. It can seem like a lot of information, but there are several components that go into a quality vanilla jasmine tea. In short, these include: * The grade of the tea this indicates the quality of the leaf itself. * The tea

    plucking this is a good measure of the teas flavor, as earlier pluckings are more flavorful. * The quality of the flavorings You should always choose teas flavored with all natural ingredients over those that use artificial flavorings. By considering all of these elements, youll be able to choose a delicious, high quality tea, whether its green, black or oolong. The best tea merchants do the work for you by selling only the best teas. Therefore, if you know your tea shop, you know youre getting the best vanilla jasmine tea on the market, without having to spend a lot of time evaluating all the elements that affect the teas flavor. After all, you want to enjoy your tea, not spend hours evaluating it! Youre sure to find vanilla jasmine tea to be one of your very favorites. Whether its made from black, green, white or oolong tea, vanilla jasmine is one of the most comforting and flavorful you can drink. Choose the best quality vanilla jasmine tea y ou can find, and get ready to enjoy one of the best cups of tea youve ever tasted.

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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  • admin 03:24 on 27/10/2011 Permalink | Reply
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    White tea is fast becoming a very popular drink in the Western world. Once consumed only in China and Japan, and only for the most elegant of occasions, white tea is now being consumed as an everyday beverage for people all over the world. White tea is special because of its very light and delicate flavor and fragrance. Its far milder and less astringent than black teas, and lacks the grassy flavor of many green teas. In addition, white tea has all the health benefits of green tea, and possibly even more benefits. Like black and green tea, white tea comes from the camellia sinensis plant. But, white teas are harvested much earlier than other teas, before the leaves are fully open and while they retain fine white hair on the buds. White tea is also processed differently than black and green teas, in that it receives the virtually

    no processing. The leaves are simply dried and steamed. The steaming prevents the leaves from oxidizing, protecting the delicate flavor and helping the tea leaves retain their natural anti-oxidants. These potent anti-oxidants have been shown to slow down the aging process and prevent serious illnesses like cancer and heart disease. The catechins in green and white tea have been shown to help speed up the metabolism and oxidize fat, promoting weight loss. In addition, white tea in particular seems to improve the immune system, helping your body fight off bacteria and viruses. Like other teas, white tea is high in fluoride, so it helps keep your teeth healthy, too. One of the finest white teas available is a blend called white Persian melon tea. This tea blends the finest white tea with melon nectar for a refreshing and fruity taste. Not only does the addition of melon enhance the flavor of the white tea, but it enhances the health benefits, too. Melons are also a potent source of anti-oxidants. Melons contain lycopene, vitamins A and C, beta carotene, and potassium. They also contain an anti-oxidant called GliSODdin, which has the power to eradicate some of the most destructive free radicals in the body. In addition, GliSODin stimulates our bodies to produce its own anti-oxidants, and has been clinically proven to help maintain cellular health and protect against oxidative damage in several studies. These anti-oxidants produced by our bodies are far more powerful at neutralizing free radicals than the anti-oxidants we consume through diet. So, now that Ive convinced you that white Persian melon tea is a beverage you simply must add to your diet, youre probably

    wondering the best way to drink it. First, its important to begin with high quality loose tea. White tea is the rarest of all teas, which also means that its the most expensive. However, even the finest white tea is affordable, costing less per cup than most sodas and gourmet coffees. Choose your tea from a reputable tea purveyor to ensure that youre getting only the best tea. White tea is less compact than other loose teas, so you will need more per cup than with many other loose teas. Next, its important to use fresh cold water anytime you brew tea. Put the water in a clean tea kettle and bring it to a boil on the stove. Put hot tap water in your teapot to warm it up while the water is heating. Once the water boils, remove the tap water from your pot and add your tea leaves. Use about 2 teaspoons per cup for white Persian melon tea. Let the water sit for a minute or two before pouring it over the tea leaves. This assures you that the water has coole d to between 170-185 F, the perfect temperature for brewing white teas. Steep your white Persian melon tea for about 5-8 minutes, depending on your tastes. The tea will be pale with a golden color. Expect a sweet and fruity flavor with just a hint of smokiness. You should be able to get at least two infusions from high quality white Persian melon tea. On those warm summer days, youll find no better tea blends for iced tea than white Persian melon. The melon flavor, somewhere between the taste of honeydew and the taste of cantaloupe, is very reminiscent of summer and very refreshing. To make iced tea, simply brew several servings of tea at once and allow to cool. Since white tea is so delicate in flavor,

    its not wise to make white tea and then pour it over ice while hot. Doing so may dilute the flavor of the tea to a point that it tastes too weak. Instead, allow the pitcher of tea to cool before serving. This keeps the original flavor of the tea by not allowing the ice to dilute it too much. You can also use your white Persian melon tea for cooking. In fact, one of the best ways to poach fish is in white tea rather than water. Make about 2 cups of white Persian melon tea. Add other seasonings, such as lemon, salt and pepper as desired to the tea. Sear the fish fillets slightly in a pan on top of the stove. When seared, add the seasoned white tea and allow the fish to cook until done. Try salmon, sea bass or tilapia with this recipe for a mild and delicious fish dish. Experiment and youll likely find many other ways to use white Persian melon tea, both for drinking and for cooking. Youll soon find out why this delicate white tea is one of the most high ly prized in all the world.

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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    • JessaleneJCizzy 00:06 on 07/11/2011 Permalink

      ikr? especially green teas. ^^

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