Making the perfect pot of tea Making the perfect pot of tea Tea leaves were originally grown and developed as a medicinal treatment. Today, tea is consumed for pleasure and treatment purposes.
Tea is made by steeping leaves and buds of tea plants in freshly boiled water.
The beverage produced can be consumed hot or cold. Unlike coffee and other warm beverages, tea contains vitamins, minerals and antioxidants like Carotene, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Vitamin B6, Ascorbic Acid, Manganese, Vitamin A and Potassium. Certain blends of tea are now being studied at medical institutes, as they are thought to reduce the risks associated with heart disease and various forms of cancer. It's made from fresh leaves that have been crushed or minced and stored. Once set aside, the leaves begin to turn brown during the fermentation process, and go through various stages of color and aroma.