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How To Cold Brew Green Tea (It’s Smooth and Tastes Great)

By Chip, last updated November 19, 2017 Leave a Comment

Cold Brew TeaOf all the varieties of tea brewed from the Camellia Sinensis plant, green tea is perhaps the one with the most storied reputation. Despite its bitter taste, people buy and drink it in droves, in no small part to the numerous health benefits associated with this form of tea. Just look at that WebMD article.

Though they eschew the idea of green tea being a magic weight loss formula, medical professionals are intrigued by the catechin content it holds, something that may help it improve blood flow and cholesterol.

In addition to that, though, it may also help with stabilizing blood sugar levels and helping improve brain function, helpful facts for anyone, but of value to individuals who may be at risk for degenerative diseases like Alzheimer’s.

It’s more than enough to get most people interested, and one of the first things anyone asks is, “how is this stuff made?”

Read on to learn how to both hot brew and cold brew green tea. [Read more…]

How to Make Loose Leaf Tea (With An Amazing Taste)

By Chip, last updated November 19, 2017 Leave a Comment

How to Make Loose Leaf TeaLoose leaf tea, and, by extension, whole leaf tea, are varieties of tea that use a more complete form of tea leaf in their brewing process. Unlike “normal” tea from teabags, which use a finely granulated form of tea, loose leaf tea uses larger leaves with a reduced total surface area.

This is appealing to many tea drinkers, because the brewing process for loose leaf tea helps preserve its intense flavors, leading to a finished cup of tea that is tastier and more pleasing to serious tea aficionados.

Thanks to the advent of many traditional (and modern) techniques, there are several ways in which anyone interested in making their own loose leaf tea can go about getting it done, so read on to learn how to make loose leaf tea. [Read more…]

How to Make Italian Soda (Hint: It’s Both Fun And Easy)

By Chip, last updated November 19, 2017 Leave a Comment

How to Make Italian SodaItalian soda is a drink made from carbonated water, sugar (usually in the form of a syrup) and flavoring.

The flavoring is often a fruit flavor such as strawberry or blueberry, a dessert flavor such as chocolate or an aperitif flavor such as amaretto.

A variation on the Italian soda includes cream or half-and-half poured on top of the mixed soda. This is sometimes called a creamosa or Italian cream soda, or a French soda.

The flavoring for Italian soda can be made at home or purchased already made. Italian soda did not originate in Italy, as you might expect, but was invented in the United States by Italian Americans.

Read on to learn how to make Italian soda. [Read more…]

MiO Energy Ingredients (What’s In That Amazing Bottle?)

By Chip, last updated November 19, 2017 1 Comment

Mio Energy Ingredients - CaffeineMiO Energy is a flavored liquid water enhancer from MiO.

Unlike the original MiO water enhancer, MiO Energy contains ingredients to help reduce fatigue and promote alertness, including 60mg. of caffeine per 8 fl oz. serving, and around 10% of your recommended Daily Value of B3, B6, and B12 Vitamins.

MiO Energy is available in the following flavors: Green Thunder, Black Cherry, Wicked Blue Citrus, Tropical Fusion, Strawberry Pineapple Smash, Acai Berry Storm, Iced Vanilla Java, and Iced Mocha Java.

Read on for a complete list of MiO Energy ingredients and information on each. [Read more…]

The Incredible History of Soda (A Tale of Yummy Drinks)

By Chip, last updated November 19, 2017 Leave a Comment

History of SodaSoda, also referred to as soda pop, pop, a soft drink, or tonic, is a non-alcoholic beverage made of carbonated water, sugar or an artificial sweetener, and flavoring.

It is typically served cold or over ice. The most popular flavors of soda today include cola, lemon-lime, root beer, orange, and ginger ale.

The history of soda is actually pretty interesting, telling a story about how people and beverages have changed over the years.

Read on to learn how soda was first created and how it has become the bubbly drink we know today. [Read more…]

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