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All teas are not created equal.  All three of these teas are green teas, each of a different quality.

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This is the loose leaf green tea that most of us are accustomed to seeing…

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This is the quality of green tea that is hidden in commercial teabags…

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And this is the highest quality of green tea.  Surprising, isn’t it?  While my mom was living in China, she learned that the best teas are tightly rolled and full of flavor.  The leaves unfurl and release the natural essence of the tea, and a much smaller quantity is needed to achieve a deep, satisfying flavor.

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1 Comment

  1. My mother LOVES green tea. This is good to know…now we can better choose when buying in bulk. Thanks (:

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