I have a confession to make...

Fully oxidized tea leaves for a robust cup.


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by JM » Mar 1st, '08, 20:59

daughteroftheKing wrote:Hehehe, we're reeling him in. 8)
As somebody said in a recent post, "teabags are the gateway drug."
So true, so true. :wink:

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Re: I have a confession to make...

by skywarrior » Mar 2nd, '08, 01:17

JM wrote:I leave my Earl Grey tea bag in my cup until I finish it...I just enjoy it more. Same with green tea.

Wow, I feel better now.

:lol:

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BAG? :shock:
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by skywarrior » Mar 2nd, '08, 01:18

Eastree wrote:I used to do that. Back when 'hot tea' meant a bag of whatever I had, in the cup with water, microwaved, then 'steep' until I could not see the spoon in the bottom.

Then I'd compensate with sugar ... and more sugar.

And maybe a slice of lemon.

I'm glad I've learned better.
Lemon? :shock:
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by skywarrior » Mar 2nd, '08, 01:19

Victoria's Own wrote:Hummm then maybe you should get rid of the bags. ;o)
Now, this is a bright idea. :idea:
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by Ladytiger » Mar 2nd, '08, 01:29

skywarrior wrote:
Victoria's Own wrote:Hummm then maybe you should get rid of the bags. ;o)
Now, this is a bright idea. :idea:
I opt for ritual burning.

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by insanitylater » Mar 2nd, '08, 08:54

JM wrote:but when I'm at work I need the tea in a bag, it's just easier that way.
you can get your own paper filters and fill them

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by Ladytiger » Mar 2nd, '08, 09:40

insanitylater wrote:
JM wrote:but when I'm at work I need the tea in a bag, it's just easier that way.
you can get your own paper filters and fill them
Yup! I remember from another post that Chip puts his in an Altoids tins. Teacuppa has nice bags if you're looking for something that closes.

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