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Red Tea

A term that can refer to rooibos tea or Chinese-style black tea, depending on the region. In Western countries, red tea usually means rooibos, while in China, red tea (红茶, hóng chá) refers to fully oxidized tea leaves, what’s known as black tea in the West. Chinese red tea is characterized by a complex, rich […]

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A term that can refer to rooibos tea or Chinese-style black tea, depending on the region. In Western countries, red tea usually means rooibos, while in China, red tea (红茶, hóng chá) refers to fully oxidized tea leaves, what’s known as black tea in the West. Chinese red tea is characterized by a complex, rich flavor, while rooibos is known for its naturally sweet, mild taste and caffeine-free profile.

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Nora is a co-founder of Moody Teas. She runs brand, marketing, and creative direction. She's queer. Tea started with her mom: English breakfast, most days, growing up. She never got formal tea training — it barely exists as a credential anyway. Before Moody Teas, she went through art school, then a decade in food service. She started behind the counter, moved into managing quick-service locations, then consulted on new restaurant openings. She and John started Moody Teas in 2019. She's disabled and neurodivergent, and lives with chronic illness. That shapes how Moody Teas approaches accessibility. Spot her at the market stand by whatever color her hair is that month.

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