Steeping Around

Steeping Around

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Steeping Around episodes

  • Show 18: The Two “O”s: Oolongs and Oxidatio‪n‬
    This week, Manish explains in detail what the process of oxidation is, and what it means in terms of beer cans, cars, fires, and of course fine oolong teas. In the Question of the Week, Manish defines what is likely the most misunderstood and misused word in the tea lexicon.
    20 min
  • Show 17: Crazy About Oolongs: A Few of My Favorite Thing‪s‬
    Host Manish Shah begins to talk about his favorite variety of teas: oolongs. He touches on their history, preparation, and what it is that gives oolongs their delicate, unique flavors. In the Question of the Week, Manish reveals his top three oolong favorites and explains how you can try them at home.
    20 min
  • Show 15: The Many Benefits of Drinking Green Te‪a‬
    This week, Manish Shah details the many, many positive effects of green tea consumption. From oral health to diabetes, cholesterol to cancer prevention, brain function to weight loss, nearly every part of your body reaps the benefits of this “miracle drink!”
    21 min
  • Show 14: Grateful for Green: The Colorful History of Green Te‪a‬
    Manish Shah begins to tackle the vast subject of green tea, the original tea consumed. He explains the differences between green and white teas, and relates the long and rich history of its cultivation. In the Question of the Week, Manish answers: “What do you mean by ‘eyebrow’?” Show 14 – Grateful for Green: The Colorful History of Green Te‪a‬.
    18 min
  • Show 13: The Ultimate White Tea Guide‬
    Host Manish Shah examines the finer aspects of white tea, including flavor, aroma and health benefits. He describes the four main types, detailing characteristics of each. In the Question of the Week, he provides tips on what to look for when you’re shopping for your own. Show 13 – The Ultimate White Tea Guide
    18 min
  • Show 12: The Story of White Tea: Origins & Explanations‬
    This week on Steeping Around, host Manish Shah touches on the lighter side of tea: white tea, that is. What is white tea? Where does it come from? Is it rare, is it expensive? Manish answers these and other questions, as he begins to unmask one of the more obscure varieties of tea on this weeks episode.
    18 min
  • Show 11: Hanging Loose–Teabags vs. Loose Leaf Te‪a‬
    Much of Steeping Around is dedicated purely to history and hard facts, but this week, Manish is getting a little opinionated. Manish Shah distinguishes the key differences between loose leaf tea and tea found in teabags, revealing his preferences. If you find yourself wondering, “Why should I be listening to his opinions, anyway?”, tune in and find out!
    20 min
  • Show 10: The Beginning–What Is Tea, Anyway‪?1
    Now that we’ve given you the tools to make an incredible cup of tea for yourself, we’re going to backtrack a little bit- to the beginning! Where does tea come from, and when did people begin to take notice of it? Manish Shah answers these and other questions as he introduces the tea plant itself.
    20 min
  • Show 9: Talking Iced Tea–Part 6: Spike it‪!‬
    Host Manish Shah cracks open his liquor cabinet, as he draws his focus to tea and mixology. He examines several liquors that blend wonderfully with iced tea, as well as many mixers that are non-alcoholic. For the hands-on enthusiasts, a recipe to make tea-infused liquors from home. Get ready to par-tea!
    20 min

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We’re taking back tea-time and kicking it up a notch while turning up the fun. No sitting around in a stuffy living room sipping from dainty china with pinkies in the air. We don’t mind a bit of…