There’s definitely no doubt that people love tea. If you ever decide to stop by a tea shop, you’d be overwhelmed with the number of different types of tea and the benefits. From black tea varieties to herbal concoctions, there are a few brews which will absolutely have your heart soaring. Enjoy a cup of heavenly delight to warm your soul.

 

While black tea has plenty of merits, it certainly is not the only tasty and healthy tea out there. In fact, there are many tea varieties, each of them its own origins, flavour profiles, and health benefits. The first ever record of tea-making is described as a medicinal beverage in China during the 3rd century. However, in the early 19th century, Great Britain popularized the concept of afternoon tea, where this delicious beverage is served alongside sandwiches and baked goods such as scones.

 

If you are a beginner tea enthusiast who is looking to expand your palate, well then, we’ve got you covered. Here is a list of some top tea types you will certainly love. 

 

Black Tea

The loose black tea leaves are plucked from the Camellia Sinensis plant, which are crushed, curled, rolled, or torn and left to oxidize before they’re dried and sold. The leaves are fully oxidized for tea’s strong, dark flavour. Dilmah offers a wide collection of black tea for anyone who would love a strong cup of tea!

 

There are a good deal of black tea health benefits as it comes filled with antioxidants thereby helping to improve gut health, reduce blood pressure, reduce the risk of stroke, lower your blood sugar, and help reduce the risk of cancer.

 

Green Tea

Although made from the same plant as the black tea, the leaves and buds have not undergone the same withering and oxidation process used to make black teas.

 

Green tea extract has been shown to boost metabolism, regulate weight,, regulate blood sugar, , prevent diseases, and aid in exercise recovery  according to numerous studies. Additionally, it promotes the wellbeing of your skin and liver, lowers fat levels in the blood, balances blood pressure, and enhances brain function. Dilmah has a wide range of green teas,  perfect  for catering to your palate!

 

Oolong Tea

Oolong tea is a Chinese tea with a partially oxidized process that is created through a traditional method that involves exposing the tea leaves to strong sunlight to wither them, followed by oxidation, curling, and twisting. This tea variety is neither black tea nor a green tea and falls into its own category of tea.

 

There are many oolong tea benefits according to studies such as stimulating fat burn..

 

Hibiscus Infusion

Hibiscus Infusions  are a beverage made from the vibrant, deep red calyces of the Roselle flower. It can be enjoyed both hot and cold, and has a tangy, cranberry-like taste. This herbal infusion is abundant in antioxidants and provides various health benefits, including limiting the growth of bacteria and cancer cells, and maintaining the wellbeing of the heart and liver.

 

Rooibos

Rooibos which is also known as African red tea, is an herbal infusion made from the leaves of the Aspalathus Linearis plant. Rooibos means “red bush” in Afrikaans and references the rich, deep crimson of the rooibos beverage. It is made using the long needle leaves of the plant, which are green when still growing on the plant and turn red during the fermentation process.

 

The Aspalathus Linearis, originating from South Africa, is rich in polyphenols which offer numerous health advantages. Rooibos is mainly grown in the mountainous region of South Africa in the Western Cape Province.

 

Whether you prefer black tea, green tea, oolong tea, or herbal infusions, each offers its own health benefits. It's important to remember, however, that no single food or beverage can provide all the nutrients our bodies need, so it's essential to have a balanced and varied diet. By incorporating different types of tea into your daily routine, you can reap the many health benefits that this ancient beverage has to offer. Check out the Dilmah store to find your true tea match!