The New Tea Companion by Jane Pettigrew

A Guide to Teas Throughout the World

A comprehensive, accessible guide to the world of tea that covers tea history, cultivation and processing, and the defining characteristics of black, green, oolong, white and pu-erh teas (as well as tisanes and herbal infusions); it explains how terroir, picking and production methods shape flavour, gives practical brewing and tasting advice, and offers guidance on buying, storing and serving; interwoven with cultural notes, profiles of key tea regions and varieties, recipes and tea-room etiquette, the book serves as both a handbook for enthusiasts and a reference for professionals seeking to deepen their understanding and enjoyment of tea.