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Our friends in Taiwan

Our friends in Taiwan

Sometimes things just click, like a shared rhythm and an instant fit. That describes the partnership between satotea and Amsterdam Teas. We share a philosophy and a feeling. I discover wild refinement in their tea, the dream of an entire ecosystem contained in the craft of a single, simple cup.
Geoffrey Gordon
Tagged: Tea
Matcha Preparation

Matcha Preparation

Matcha is as rich in flavor and nutrients as it is in history and cultural significance. Here, we’ll offer a couple tips on preparation to get the most out of its flavor and nutrients.
Geoffrey Gordon
Tagged: matcha Tea
Theïne and Caffeine, part 2

Theïne and Caffeine, part 2

There are also differences among types of tea. Historically, white teas have been considered more delicate and gentle than the other teas. At Amsterdam Teas, we, too, appreciate the gentle...
Geoffrey Gordon
Theïne and Caffeine, part 1

Theïne and Caffeine, part 1

Let’s start with a basic question of terminology. Sometimes you will read that tea contains caffeine, sometimes it’s called theïne instead. Theïne and caffeine are the same thing – but...
Geoffrey Gordon
Getting the temperature just right

Getting the temperature just right

The temperature of your water will have a noticeable effect on the flavor of your tea. In general, back teas, pu-erh teas and more oxidized oolongs will take higher temperatures....
Tim Warmolts
Japanese Tea, from Tradition to Innovation

Japanese Tea, from Tradition to Innovation

Japan has such a rich tea culture, equally characterized by tradition and innovation. It is the home to the Way of Tea, and its tea production processes are unique. Here...
Tim Warmolts
The Timeless Journey of Chinese Tea

The Timeless Journey of Chinese Tea

The history of tea begins in China, going back thousands of years, with an exceptionally rich tea culture to match. Tea has been the drink of Chinese nobles and everyday...
Tim Warmolts
India's Vibrant World of Tea

India's Vibrant World of Tea

India has an incredibly rich tea culture. As a whole, Indians drinks more tea than any other nation, and India is the second greatest tea exporter after China. Indian teas...
Tim Warmolts
Getting the measurements right

Getting the measurements right

There are four simple things that can vary when you steep your tea: the amount of tea, the amount of water, the temperature of the water, and the length of...
Tim Warmolts
Steeping tips

Steeping tips

Much of the beauty of tea is there in the steeping process. There is something really magical about seeing these delicate, dried and curled leaves become vibrant and young again....
Tim Warmolts