My interests range from literature and art to plants – some topics simply captivate me completely. That’s exactly what happened when I first started exploring the world of tea. I’m fascinated by its complexity and love that there’s always something new to discover. Since May 2024, I’ve been part of PAPER & TEA, where I especially value collaborating with a team of equally passionate and curious people. Together, we provide other tea fans with exciting information and inspire one another through our shared enthusiasm.
In my everyday life – whether I’m painting, reading, studying for university, or simply relaxing with my dog – a good tea is always by my side. I love brewing a full pot so I’m set for a while.
My three favorite products are our amazing chocolates (all of them!), the Genmaicha Grain of Truth, which I enjoy most in the afternoon with something sweet, and my daily, reliable companion – the infuser.
Ceylon tea typically refers to black teas grown in Sri Lanka, though it occasionally includes green teas. Black tea from Sri Lanka is known for its medium-bodied, slightly malty flavor and signatur...
Marigold, or Calendula officinalis, belongs to the Asteraceae family, which also includes the cornflower. Likely originating from the Mediterranean region, the plant can now be cultivated and grow ...
The cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) is a flowering plant in the Centaurea genus, belonging to the aster family (Asteraceae). Its edible flowers are often used in colorful salads and herbal and fruit ...
Elder (Sambucus) is a genus of plants consisting of about 20 species that belong to the family Adoxaceae. These plants thrive in temperate to subtropical regions and can also be found in higher alt...
Sage (Salvia) is a genus comprising about 900 species and belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae). The plant is native to tropical to temperate regions across all continents, except Antarctica and A...
Yerba Mate tea is a naturally caffeinated infusion made from the leaves of the mate tree, Ilex paraguariensis, which belongs to the holly family. It is a central part of South American culture and ...
Cardamom is an aromatic spice derived from the Elettaria cardamomum plant. There are two main types: green cardamom and black cardamom. While both varieties differ in taste and usage, they come fro...
Fermentation refers to the microbial and enzymatic conversion of organic substances into gases, acids, or alcohol. In the tea world, "fermentation" is often used interchangeably with "oxidation," w...
Oxidation refers to the chemical reaction in which a substance interacts with oxygen. During this process, an ion or atom loses one or more electrons, which leads to a change in its oxidation state...