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EARL GRAY tea is one of the best known blends in the world. The name comes from the British Prime Minister Charles Gray who, during the 17th century, collaborated with Chinese tea experts to produce a blend that could counteract the lime flavor that was in the water. They decided to combining black tea leaves with bergamot giving life to that blend with a slightly smoky, citrusy and fragrant taste that we all know by the name of EARL GRAY.
These unique aromatic notes, combined with the fact of being a good digestive as well as a perfect invigorating and being the favorite blend of many European royalty, have contributed to making it famous.
Earl Gray tea can be enjoyed on its own or accompanied with lemon, sugar, honey or milk. For those approaching this blend for the first time, the advice is to try to taste it without any kind of addition. This is generally the best way to understand their flavor profiles.
For those who are unable to drink tea alone, the advice is to add lemon and sugar to taste so as to enhance the fragrant and lively flavors and enhance the intense brown of the infusion.
If you like EARL GRAY or want to try it for the first time, here are all our available versions.
Sangria is an alcoholic drink typical of the Spanish tradition and known all over the world.
It is tasted during lunches and dinners, but it is also an excellent aperitif for all occasions.
Originally the recipe includes fruit and red wine. Recommended: Barbera, Merlot, Dolcetto, Sangiovese, Primitivo di Manduria, Nero d’Avola, Cannonau, up to Lambrusco to give a more sparkling note.
Sangria also has many variations, the most famous are White Sangria and Sangria Non-Alcoholic, suitable for those who do not like the strong tone of red wine.
The recipe:
Cut into cubes two peaches and an apple and thinly slice an orange and a lemon. In a large glass container pour half a liter of red wine and mix it with 120g of sugar.
Of course, there must be no lack of spices! Add cinnamon sticks, not powder, and a few cloves, but without exaggerating so as not to alter the taste.
Then add some orange or lemon juice, preferably freshly squeezed, and 50g of Cointreau or Brandy and let everything rest overnight, or a few hours, in the refrigerator. At the time of serving add another 500ml of wine and 300ml of water, gazzosa or orange juice.
Indulge yourself using any type of fruit, very good for example with strawberries and berries.
In short, there is for all tastes!!
Summer is coming and if sun and beautiful season fill us with joy, the thought of heat and heat depresses us a little.
Will the mountains, for whom will be lucky enough to afford it, or the air conditioning to alleviate our suffering? Or maybe even a nice glass of water or iced drink??
We who live on tea have always wondered why the Tuaregs drink hot tea despite the heat of the desert:
Deepening, we discovered through research conducted at the Thermal Ergonomic Lab of the University of Ottawa, that when drinking a hot drink it is possible to reduce the amount of heat stored inside the body. This is because the heat of the drink triggers the body’s natural cooling system thus lowering body temperature through evaporation of sweat.
Then remove the water from the refrigerator, pour it into the teapot and prepare a nice hot tea!
Maybe a green tea that, thanks to the high presence of Vitamin C, refreshes your body. And if you want to do like the Tuaregs, add fresh mint leaves or jasmine flowers to it.
Have a good summer!
Can I offer you a cup of tea?
These words sound to us TEA LOVERS as music to our ears. Just as music can seem like sounds related to the infusion of our favorite drink.
Già Lu Yu in the 8th century wrote:
“[…] as for boiling, water with bubbles such as first eyes and weak sound is considered the first boiling. The one in which the bubbles seem to chat and, similar to pearls of a necklace, gather along the edge of the container as in a bubbling spring is considered second boil. The one similar to maroous that mounts and waves that break and resonates in a jargon is considered the third boil. After the third boil, the water ages and you can no longer drink it.”
In the East, the link between tea and music has always been very strong and has been nourished over the centuries not only by the beauty of this extraordinary leaf, but also by the work and life of the foragers.
In our day and in our latitudes tea is the protagonist of many songs by English-speaking artists. Perhaps the most famous is “Tea in the Sahara” by the Police. It was inspired by Sting reading Paul Bowles’ novel “The Shertering Sky” and tells the story of three sisters who invite a prince to join them for desert tea but unfortunately the prince never arrives.
Another song, perhaps not known as the title but with a famous melody is “Tea for Two” by Doris Day; a kind of declaration of love in which a young man promises happiness to his beloved by imagining a carefree life in a country cottage, sipping tea, raising a family and spending his life together.
Music not only describes the beauty and joy transmitted by tea but also a perfect complement to making the tasting a magical moment. From classic to ambient, passing also through rock or dub. There is no perfect melody, there is only one that harmonizes with you and your tea!
In 2019, the FAO proclaimed May 21st the “International Tea Day”.
But how do you celebrate this day? And why are we celebrating?
The FAO wants to promote greater awareness of tea on this day, for the contribution it makes not only to human health, but to socialisation, culture and rural development that takes into account sustainable processes.
The jobs provided by the tea industry guarantee an income for millions of families in developing countries. This help to reduce poverty, improve life and promote food security and rural development by being one of the most traded product in the world.
In India, a country with a population of 1.3 billion people, the tea industry is the second largest employer. It is encouraging to note that women make up three quarters of this workforce, especially as there is usually gender discrimination in these countries.
International Tea Day aims to connect tea producers and consumers around the world.
It is hoped that a global celebration of tea will help promote activities related to sustainable production and consumption and, above all, raise public awareness of the significant role of tea in the fight against hunger, malnutrition and poverty and the benefits for producers and consumers of the product.
Tea is the most consumed drink in the world after water and boasts a rich history and culture that has lasted for 5000 years. Let’s celebrate its greatness by dedicating 10 minutes of this day to the infusion of our favorite tea!
Rooibos is the name for leaves obtained from the shrub Aspalathus Linearis, grown in the Cederberg Mountains of South Africa. This is the only place in the world where rooibos grows spontaneously.
The harvested leaves are cut, watered, let dry and then oxidized. This gives the characteristic rust-red coloration.
Rooibos is therefore not a tea, as it does not come from Camelia Sinensis nor does it contain theine.
The popularity of Rooibos tea is largely due to the properties it contains. High levels of antioxidants, fluorine, manganese and calcium have been detected, and its anti-inflammatory properties help relieve abdominal pain. It is also able to lower blood pressure and strengthen the immune system.
Not containing any exciting substance, it can be consumed at any time of the day and given its naturally sweet aroma, without the addition of sugar. It goes perfectly with citrus fruits and can very well replace black tea in breakfast.
This year, to celebrate Mother’s Day, we at Meridiani could not but think of a perfect selection, suitable for every occasion, for all kinds of Tea Lovers.
For mothers on the move:
our toning herbal tea is an excellent natural help to regenerate the body and promote physical vitality, thanks to the association of ibiscus and rosehip. To conclude the leaves of lemon balm help regulate the circulatory and respiratory system.
For multitasking mothers:
often, at times of stress, there are decreases in concentration and mental fatigue. In these moments the stimulating and toning properties of schisandra berries can help, thanks to oregano and rosemary that contribute to increased attention.
For mothers who want to relax:
the relaxing blend is perfect for taking a break from everyday hustle and bustle. This herbal tea promotes mental tranquility thanks to the combination of lavender flowers and sheets of lemon balm. Relaxing and a valid ally to restore the health of the nervous system.
For sportsy mothers:
not everyone is born with superpowers. Luckily Meridiani comes to your aid with our nettle, sage and spiny level herbal tea to enhance the body’s defenses. Elderflowers also improve the purification of the organism.
The desire to propose the best that nature offers us by returning to nature some of our best, is what convinced us to develop the line MERIDIANI BIO.
We know how much human actions impact on climate change, and that is why we also want to give a small signal in order to preserve the future of our planet.
So we selected the tastiest blends of tea, fruit and herbs without pesticides not only to promote a healthier lifestyle, but also to promote conscious sustainability.
Our life is so full of commitments and appointments that when we are in bed we are still full of anxieties and tensions that we find it hard to fall asleep.
Here are some small tips to help you rest better:
UNPLUG AND ALL CONNECTIONS! We know how beautiful it is to look at your smartphone or iPad under the covers, but then we risk falling asleep next to the phone. Try to keep electrical appliances outside the bedroom. Certainly notifications, vibrations or screen flashes will not disturb your sleep. If you can, try to keep him as far away from your bed as possible. If it’s close by and you get a notification, you can’t resist the temptation to get up and go read it!
HOT BATH. End the day by letting your body in a nice warm bath. You will wash away all the accumulated toxins and you can relax in your bathtub amidst music and candles. Even a shower helps to relax the skin and mind.
HOT TEA. Well by reading a book or watching your favorite series, pamper yourself with a hot herbal tea. Obviously caffeine-free, so avoid all tea-based blends. Prefer the ones with chamomile of course but also mint so your digestion will also benefit.
CHANGE THE SHEETS OFTEN. It may sound strange, but “fresh” and clean bedding has a positive psychological impact on sleep. Same thing goes for the made bed. So get used to setting up your bed in the morning. You will see that in the evening you will not wait for anything other than to go inside to sleep.
Women’s health is delicate and has minor annoyances that are often best dealt with natural remedies. Headaches, menstrual cramps or simply from insomnia can be relieved with herbs, spices and medicinal plants.
CHAMOMILE AND MINT are perfect for fighting headaches. Chamomile is an excellent pain reliever and, in addition to containing antioxidants, helps reduce anxiety, which is one of the most common causes of headaches. Mint also acts against migraines thanks to vasodilation and also to lower blood pressure.
PASSIFLORA is a valid alternative to chamomile. It too promotes sleep and also calms your nervous system, allowing you to relax and get rid of anxiety before going to bed.
BASIL can alleviate pre-menstrual pain by providing your body with caffeic acid, which has analgesic effects on the body.
NETTLE AND BIRCH help regulate renal and urinary tract function.
CALENDULA is considered a real natural remedy for burns, wounds, redness and skin irritations. Basically, it treats the epidermis and makes it more toned as well as performing an antispasmodic action in the presence of abdominal or menstrual pain.
