It's Women's History Month! As a woman owned business, we're ecstatic to take this month to write about women's roles in tea! The tea industry has a long and rich history. There have been many women throughout history who have played important roles in the cultivation, production, and consumption of tea. Keep reading to learn about just a few examples of women who played important roles in tea and women's history.
Hibiscus and Black History: From Sorrel to Jamaica
Hibiscus tea is pretty popular nowadays. This is probably because it's packed with potential benefits like reducing blood pressure, lowering cholesterol, and even possibly preventing cancer. But hibiscus drinks have actually been used around the world for a long, long time. They began in Africa, traveling around the world via the slave trade. Today, they are a traditional beverage often associated with Black history through the symbolism of "red drink."
Why We don’t Make Lunar New Year Teas
For the past few weeks you might've seen some of the teas released by various tea companies to celebrate Lunar New Year. From luxury brands to blends by Adagio, it seems like everyone has a Year of the Rabbit inspired offering. So, why not Moody Teas? While we've posted about the holiday, we haven't released a new blend. Well, there's a couple reasons, and they all come back to one point. We’re not part of the AAPI community.
MLK Day Reflections
Every year, on MLK Jr Day, we take some time to reflect on the work and impact he had, and the work we still have left to do. While the civil rights movement paved the way for many improvements in the lives of BIPOC people, there are still huge discrepancies in the resources and opportunities accessible to people of color.
The Tepache Medley Mocktail – Tipsy Tea Time with Moody Teas
At Moody Teas, we love experimenting with new and unique flavor combinations. Our latest creation, the Tepache Medley Mocktail, is a perfect example of this. This drink features our delicious Chamomile Medley, which is a blend of chamomile, pineapple, and a variety of soothing herbs. We've combined it with some other delicious ingredients, like agave, sparkling water, and a fermented pineapple drink called tepache. These flavors combine to create a refreshing and flavorful mocktail that's perfect for any occasion.