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Serve a Formal Tea
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Choose the tea
The most important element of your party is that you serve good tea. You can present your guests with a variety of tea bags, but the best way is to serve pots of brewed tea. The type of tea you choose is up to your personal taste. The basic groups are: - Black tea. These teas, which include Earl Grey and English Breakfast, are oxidized, or exposed to air for a precise length of time. The oxygen turns the leaves dark brown.
- Green tea. Teas like Sencha and Lung Ching are not oxidized, but withered and dried instead. They keep their green color and have a slightly bitter taste.
- Oolong teas. This is a combination of green and black teas. The flavors vary from delicate to very strong.
- Infusions. Also called herbal teas, they're not made with tea leaves at all, but instead are dried extracts of herbs such as chamomile and mint.
Because some of your guests may prefer a decaffeinated option, consider buying two kinds--one regular, and one herbal or decaffeinated. If you don't already have a favorite blend, visit a tea shop and try some different kinds. Black teas are the most typical choice for afternoon tea. Once you've made your decision, it's time to turn your attention to the menu.
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