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Learn to Love Loose Leaf Tea
At Mayde we love loose leaf tea. Not only for it's superior freshness but also for the rituals and moments it inspires.
Why Drink Loose Leaf Tea?
Superior therapeutic benefits
Loose leaf tea retains more antioxidants, nutrients, and therapeutic properties due to its larger leaf size and minimal processing compared to teabags.
Ritual
Loose leaf encourages a deliberate slower pace, promoting a mindful and enjoyable tea-drinking experience
Eco-friendly
Loose-leaf tea can be disposed of straight into the garden or compost. Mayde Tea is also packaged in recyclable or compostable materials, ensuring minimal environmental impact.
Enhanced Flavour Depth
Loose leaf tea's larger leaves yield a richer flavor profile, retaining more essential oils and aroma compounds, making it superior to tea bags in taste.
Sustainably sourced
Being a loose leaf tea company, we prioritise ethical and sustainable sourcing practices, supporting environmentally responsible tea production.
Better Aroma
Loose leaf tea tends to have a more pronounced aroma, as the leaves have more space to expand and release their fragrances during brewing.
New to Loose Leaf?
Frequently Asked Questions
Loose leaf tea consists of whole or large leaf pieces of tea leaves, as opposed to the smaller pieces found in tea bags.
Loose leaf tea offers larger leaf size, richer flavor, and more variety compared to the finer particles found in tea bags.
Yes, Mayde Tea tea leaves can go into your home compost or garden, whereas teabags need to be put into your regular rubbish/landfill.
Brewing loose leaf tea involves steeping the leaves in hot water using a tea infuser or strainer for the recommended time and temperature. Read our brew guide here.
Loose leaf tea preserves more flavour, aroma, and nutrients due to its larger leaf size and minimal processing compared to tea bags.
While loose leaf tea may have a higher initial cost, it often provides more servings per ounce, making it cost-effective in the long run.
It's best to store loose leaf Mayde Tea in it's original packaging, sealed, away from light, heat, and moisture to maintain its freshness and flavour.
Loose leaf tea does not necessarily expire but may lose flavour over time. Proper storage can help prolong its shelf life.
Yes, loose leaf tea leaves can often be steeped multiple times, especially due to the high quality ingredients used in Mayde Tea.
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