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Oct

About Russian Tea: History, Benefits and More

Russia is home to a thriving, centuries-old Tea culture. Some suggest that around 80% of the country’s population drinks it. Phrases associated with the local industry include “Russian Samovar,” “Russian Tea Urn”. The following article will explore the meaning behind each of these terms and much more – so please keep reading! You’ll be happy […]

Dec

Robert Bruce – The Man Behind Assam Tea

Every cup of Tea starts with a story and this one is about Mr Robert Bruce. Some are the product of hard work and determination, of intricate processing methods and the most elaborate of techniques. Others come about through sheer luck. Yet sometimes it takes only an individual, or perhaps two or three, to change […]

Dec

Christmas Loose Teas

Is it really that time again? Here at The Kent and Sussex Tea and Coffee Company, we couldn’t be more excited for Christmas as we get to drink our Christmas Loose Tea. It is, as we all know, a time for love, laughter, and festivities, as well as, of course, being a time to treat […]

Nov

How to Make a Strong Cup of Tea

For some, Tea is best served strong. But how, exactly, does one make a strong cup of Tea? There are actually a couple of answers to this question, which we will explore in the blog below. Read on to find out more about how to make a strong cup of Tea and what types to […]

Feb

English Breakfast Tea (All You Need to Know)

For many avid Tea drinkers, English Breakfast Tea is the cup of tea of choice. Some know it simply as “Breakfast Tea”; others call it “Builder’s Tea”, “Bog-Standard Tea” or, indeed, just “Tea”! This is because, for hundreds of years, English Breakfast Tea has stolen the limelight. In fact, it goes further than that: it […]

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About Russian Tea: History, Benefits and More

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