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TEA FACTS


Homewood Tea & Chocolate Factory: Premium Handmade Ooty Chocolates with a Taste of the Nilgiris
When people think of Ooty, two things instantly come to mind the rolling Nilgiri tea gardens  and the world-famous Doddabetta Tea & ...
Sep 234 min read


Is Drinking Too Much Tea Bad for Your Health and What's the Right Balance?
At Homewood Tea, we honor the rich history of Ooty’s lush tea gardens. Each leaf is carefully grown, thanks to the cool mountain air,...
Sep 183 min read


Why Homewood Chocolates from Ooty, the Nilgiris?
When talking about indulgence, few things can rival the rich, luxurious experience of high-quality chocolate. Situated in the...
Sep 143 min read


7 Proven Benefits of Nilgiri Green Tea & Why It’s Better Than Regular Green Tea
To get the perfect cup:
Heat water to 80 - 85°C (don’t boil fully).
Add 1 teaspoon of Nilgiri Green Tea.
Stir for 2 - 3 minutes only.
Strain and enjoy plain or add a dash of lemon or honey.
Sep 73 min read


The Legacy of Ooty Tea: A Journey Through Time - Time to visit to Tea Factory, Ooty, India
Ooty tea has a rich history that dates back to the British colonial era when the cool climate and fertile soil of the Nilgiri hills made...
Aug 262 min read


The goodness in Green Tea.
Green tea, which originated in China, has been credited with impacting longevity, apart from increasing brain function. For centuries,...
Apr 19, 20211 min read


How to prepare a great cup of Tea?
Tea making is an art, no less. The best way to get the most out of your cup of tea is to brew it correctly. Most folk have a standard tea...
Jun 4, 20201 min read


The Art of Tea Plucking
Tea Plucking requires great dexterity. It is no wonder then, that womenfolk excel at this fine art. The best leaf pluckers pick the stalk...
Jun 4, 20201 min read


Does tea drinking build immunity?
Green and white teas are considered highly anti-oxidant rich because of the hand-rolled process that goes into its making. The jury is...
Jun 4, 20201 min read
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