Category: Beverage
Tea is a popular beverage made by steeping dried leaves, buds, or twigs of the Camellia sinensis plant in hot water. It is typically served hot or cold and can be enjoyed plain or with added sweeteners, milk, or lemon. Tea comes in a variety of flavors and types, including black, green, white, oolong, and herbal teas. It is known for its soothing and refreshing qualities and is enjoyed by people all around the world.
Flavor Profiles:
- Nutty
- Earthy
- Sweet
- Savoury
- Spicy
- Citrusy
- Herbal
- Floral
- Woody
- Grassy
What goes with Tea:
- Chocolate – The bold flavors of dark chocolate can stand up to strong teas, while the tea can help to cleanse the palate and balance the sweetness.
- Dark Chocolate – The bitterness of dark chocolate complements the often bitter or astringent taste of tea, while the sweetness provides a nice contrast.
- Fresh Fruit – The natural sweetness and freshness of fruit complement the often bitter or astringent taste of tea.
- Fruit – The natural sweetness and acidity of fruit can complement and contrast with the flavors in tea, creating a refreshing and balanced pairing.
- Nuts And Seeds – The savory and crunchy flavors of nuts and seeds complement the often bitter or astringent taste of tea.
- Spicy Foods – The warmth and spice of certain foods can be complemented by the soothing and cooling qualities of tea, creating a harmonious pairing.
- Scones With Clotted Cream And Jam – The sweet and creamy flavors complement the often bitter or astringent taste of tea, especially traditional black tea.
- Finger Sandwiches – Delicate, savory flavors of finger sandwiches provide a contrast to tea, while their lightness ensures they don’t overpower the tea’s subtle flavors.
- Scones With Fruit – The natural sweetness and texture of fruit complement the often bitter or astringent taste of tea.
- Shortbread Or Butter Cookies – The sweet and buttery flavors of shortbread or butter cookies provide a nice contrast to tea, especially traditional black tea.
- Cakes And Pastries – The sweet and rich flavors of cakes and pastries complement the often bitter or astringent taste of tea, especially traditional black tea.