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How to Make Iced Tea Lattes

How to Make Iced Tea Lattes

   Our richest black teas make irresistible lattes, refreshing yet packed with flavor and a caffeine kick to get you through those sweltering summer work days, or to celebrate the weekend. Looking for a more exciting, unconventional summer drink? Try...

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Cabaret Cherry Ale Shandy

Cabaret Cherry Ale Shandy

Iced tea and beer make a magical light summer drink. Our chocolate cherry black tea gets a summery flavor lift with the vibrant, fruity fizz of Samuel Smith’s Cherry Ale. Who knew a rich decadent tea could become the life of the summer party?
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Heartbreaker Apple Rose Mint Iced Latte

Heartbreaker Apple Rose Mint Iced Latte

This otherworldly latte is rich and exciting. It will take you on a rollercoaster of flavors from rose to peppermint, apple to almond and pistachio. Are you ready for such thrills and chills?
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What's the best infuser?

What's the best infuser?

Not all infusers are created equal. From gaiwans to press pots, tea balls to paper and metal infusers, you have many options for making loose leaf tea. Read about our favorites.
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How long should you infuse tea?

How long should you infuse tea?

30 second flash infusion, or a long extraction? There are many competing tea traditions that can leave you wondering what is best. Here's our solution to calculating infusion time.
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How much tea is enough?

How much tea is enough?

A pinch or a pound? A teaspoon or a tablespoon? How strong do you like your tea? Read our tips for figuring out exactly how much tea to add for the perfect strength cup of tea.
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Is your water hot enough?

Is your water hot enough?

If your tea tastes bitter or weak, it may be a water temperature issue. Here are some tips to make your tea taste its best by controlling water temperature.
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What is your water type?

What is your water type?

Half of tea flavor is water. It's not just the quality of tea you use that matters, it's also the quality of the water you use. Let's see how different types of water affect tea flavor.
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Psychocandy Ice Cream Float

Psychocandy Ice Cream Float

How do you enjoy pumpkin in the summertime? Add vanilla ice cream to chilled tea for a caramel bomb. Our bestselling pumpkin rooibos tea gets richer and sweeter with a heaping scoop of vanilla ice cream.
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Days of Heaven Tea Paloma (bonus mocktail version)

Days of Heaven Tea Paloma (bonus mocktail version)

You've got to taste this floral citrus magic. Chamomile, rhubarb and lemon verbena come alive with the earthiness of tequila and pop of pink grapefruit juice. This light cocktail is the ideal sipper for all-day pool parties. Day drinking, Heyyyyy.
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Big Easy Green Tea Daiquiri

Big Easy Green Tea Daiquiri

Turn basic bacardi into tropical elegance. We gave the classic cocktail a modern twist with pineapple, caramel green tea. It’s smooth and sweet, with a whisper of fruit.
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