Tag : Tea

New Delhi: Just the way a sommelier will tell you that the shape, structure and material of wine glass affect wine's taste, aromatics and flavor, a Tea enthusiast will always know that tea-ware can build the taste and flavor of your tea. There are multiple products that contribute to the taste of tea in their own special way. The tea market these days is flooded with accessories that promise to make brewing tea easier, better or more fun. If you're just starting out with tea, it's hard to know which of these tea accessories you actually need and which ones only get in the way. Octavius Tea, a heritage tea producer, who redefined the art of tea drinking with the various flavors and its diversified range of tea collection exceptionally designed for all tea lovers, presents a guide to exquisite tea accessories to make your tea time extra special! Tea Cups For most of us, our mornings don't start without our "cup" of tea. Any tea lover needs a good set of teacups. There are so many to choose from, but porcelain, clay, ceramic and glass cups usually make great teacups. They also come in various shapes and sizes. Did you know that the classic teacup shape is designed in a way that maximises the mouthfeel and texture of tea? A classically shaped teacup has increased surface area which ensures more tea is sipped as you tilt the cup to your mouth. This complements and enhances the tea drinking experience, especially in the case of black teas that have a velvety and rich texture. Flared teacups, generally, have thin walls which make heat dissipate quicker. This is good for white and green teas which are typically enjoyed warm. The flared cup also gives you more control over the amount of tea that can be sipped. Teapots Designed to be funct ...