All About Tea

Best Ways to Store Matcha for Optimal Freshness & Flavour

Matcha, a finely ground powder of green tea leaves, is a delicate ingredient that requires proper storage to maintain its vibrant colour, rich flavour, and nutritional value. In this comprehensive ...

Exploring the Art of Steeping Tea: Brewing Your Perfect Cup of Tea

At Tavalon, we embrace and cater to the diverse preferences of tea connoisseurs and beginner tea lovers by offering the highest quality, premium tea. We’re constantly asked about the best way to st...

Can You Reuse Tea Leaves after Making Tea?

Ever wondered if you can get more mileage out of your tea leaves? Those loose leaves that brewed your first delicious cup might still have some hidden treasures inside!  Reusing tea leaves, also ca...

Better Brain Health with Regular Tea Drinking: Research Shows Improved Brain Organisation

Do you enjoy a steaming cup of tea throughout the day? If so, you might be doing your brain a big favour! Recent research suggests that regular tea drinkers have better organised brain regions, whi...

All about Eco-Friendly NeoSoilon® Teabags

At Tavalon, we're passionate about delivering exceptional teas while minimising our environmental footprint. That's why we decided to launch our innovative NeoSoilon® teabags, designed for a truly ...

The Best Tea Brand in Australia

It might sound a bit presumptuous and cliché to claim that one tea brand – ours in this case – is the “best” in Australia. After all, taste is highly subjective and we all have our own preferences ...

The Health Benefits of White Tea: A Comprehensive Guide

White tea, known for its delicate flavour and light colour, has gained popularity in recent years due to its numerous health benefits. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the origins and p...

Oolong Tea Benefits

Oolong tea, a traditional Chinese tea, falls between green and black teas in oxidation levels. It harmoniously captures the essence of both black and green teas. Its semi-oxidised nature renders it...

7 Best Calming Teas for Better Sleep

Tossing and turning in bed, worrying about the day ahead packed with what will require energy and focus? Nights of restless sleep can cast a shadow over our days, making even the simplest tasks fee...

10 Best Teas for Detox

In the fast-paced world we live in, our bodies often face an unending barrage of toxins. These sneaky troublemakers are in the air we breathe, the food we munch, and even the everyday products we u...

What Is Tritan Plastic and How Is It Different from Other Plastics?

We all use plastics in our daily lives; it's almost inevitable given their undeniable advantages. But here's the thing: not all plastics are created equal, and that's where Tritan comes into play. ...

The Best Teas to Make Refreshing Iced Tea Plus Simple Recipes

Summer's around the corner, and with it comes scorching heat and relentless thirst. But don't sweat it – literally. There's a cool, delicious solution right at your fingertips: iced tea.  This time...

Health Benefits: Earl Grey Tea

A classic favourite known for its distinctive citrusy aroma and rich black tea base, which is more than just a traditional tea! Earl Grey Tea boasts an array of health benefits that can elevate you...

Health Benefits: Chamomile Tea

Feeling a bit anxious or stressed? Try steeping up some chamomile tea for relief. Here are the reasons why chamomile tea can help you relax.

Chai Tea: The Ultimate Guide to Origins, Flavours and More

Chai tea: a cup of warmth and wonder. Spices dance, black tea beckons, and a world of flavour awaits. In this guide, we uncover chai's secrets, from its Indian origins to your mug. Whether you're a...

Tea and Pregnancy: Navigating the Do's and Don'ts for Moms-to-Be

Bringing a new life into the world is a transformative experience – one filled with joy, excitement, and perhaps a touch of uncertainty. During pregnancy and breastfeeding, the choices you make pro...

Supercharge Your Digestive System Naturally with Digest Herbal Tea

Digestive troubles are common. Everybody has them from time to time. And more and more people are now turning to natural solutions: digestive tea. Constipation, diarrhea or an upset stomach can str...

Matcha Tea: All You Need to Know

In recent years, a vibrant and captivating trend has been sweeping across cafes, kitchens, and mindful moments everywhere – across Australia too. We’d like to call it the “matcha phenomenon” – a ve...

The Ultimate Guide to Gyokuro Tea

In the realm of teas, Gyokuro stands as a radiant gem, often hailed as the king of Japanese green tea. And for really good reasons! Its name, translating to "jade dew," offers a glimpse into the ex...

11 Best High Tea Places on the Gold Coast 2024

The Gold Coast isn't just a haven for sun-seekers and surfers. It's also a paradise for high tea – and afternoon tea – lovers! Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, the Gold ...

Get your CreativiTEA Boost!

Have you ever had a deadline but can't get anything creative out of your head? We all have, of course, but it turns out the juice we should be turning to actually comes from a leaf. Here's what and...

Health Benefits: Genmaicha Tea

Genmai Cha tea has Green Tea and Roasted Rice from Japan. It is full of antioxidants and will not only deliver an irresistibly nutty flavour but is also filled with health benefits for your well be...

Can Tea Reduce the Risk of Ovarian Cancer?

Ovarian cancer is scary. But do you know that tea can help prevent it? Here is a new study about how tea can fight ovarian cancer.

Lesson #4: Tea Caffeine Answers

Can’t sleep? It may be that you're excited that you're learning so much about tea… or maybe it’s just the caffeine. This post will discuss the myths, facts and trivia about tea's caffeine content.

Fight Against Flu with Tea | Best Winter Teas

When there's flu season, sometimes it can be bad. In fact, even your friendly neighbourhood Tea Sommelier, whose healthy, antioxidant-rich immune system is usually running strong and on all power, ...

Ultimate Guide to Hojicha Latte: A Roasted Green Tea Elixir

A treasured specialty of Japan! Welcome to our ultimate guide to hojicha latte, a delightful beverage that harmoniously combines the rich and smoky flavours of Japanese roasted green tea blend with...

Turmeric Latte Mix: Everything You Need to Know about the Golden Elixir

From the sun-kissed fields where turmeric thrives to the artful alchemy that creates this golden elixir, we’ll take you on a journey that is all about turmeric latte mix! In this blog, we'll take y...

Everything about Taro Latte or Taro Bubble Tea

Taro latte or taro bubble tea. A captivating purple-hued beverage. An intriguing and increasingly popular powder tea, with a loyal following for its distinct taste and visual appeal. If you're curi...

Serving Great Tea at Cafés & Spas: Key Considerations for Success

When it comes to preparing and serving great tea at cafés and spas, or other tea places, several factors should be taken into consideration. Did you know that a significant portion of consumers bel...

Improving the Taste of Tea: The Role of Water Quality in Brewing Perfect Tea

What’s really involved in brewing a perfect cup of tea with an enhanced taste? Obviously, tea as the main ingredient and steeping time! But in addition to these two critical factors, the quality of...

Health Benefits: Kama Chai Sutra Tea

Kama Chai Sutra has an array of ingredients like Black tea, Cardamom, Clove, Cinnamon, Ginger and Vanilla Beans. What can it do for your body? Learn more here.

Health Benefits: Indian Mint Tea

Indian Mint tea has Black Tea and Peppermint tea. Aside from helping you feel fresh, there are other numerous health benefits you can gain from this fantastic tea combo.

Health Benefits: Aussie Breakfast Tea

Aussie Breakfast & NYC Breakfast are rich in tannins that have a positive and relaxing effect on the overall health of your body’s system and contains anti-inflammatory qualities. Click to know...

Health Benefits: Lemon Green Tea

Lemon Green tea is the combination of Green Tea and Lemongrass.  These two have such powerful antioxidants and can give a boost of energy. Learn more what benefits you can get from the Lemon Green ...

Health Benefits: Pure Green Tea

Pure Green tea, or Green Tea, is widely known to be very beneficial to the body. Aside from its antioxidants, see what more benefits Pure Green tea can do for you.

Health Benefits: Summer Fruits Tea

Over the past years, fruit teas have gained more popularity for their delightful flavours and potential health benefits. Made from a blend of dried fruits, herbs, and botanicals, these teas offer a...

Introducing Tavalon's All New Gravity Teapot

We have developed a new version of Gravity Teapot based on the feedback we received over the past years. Now it's all clear and made of made of ultra clear Tritan™, which is ECO Friendly, biodegrad...

Why Luxury Spas Are Choosing Tavalon Tea Range to Enhance Their Guest Experience

Tavalon has exclusive spa partnerships with over 70 locations across Australia, such as Chuan Spa at the Langham Gold Coast, Chi Spa at the Shangri-La Sydney, The Heavenly Spa at the Westin Brisban...

6 Ways Tea Can Help You Lose Weight

Are you trying to drop a few pounds? The solution is simple: drink tea! Drinking tea can be quite helpful for weight loss due to its unique composition. Incorporating tea plus proper diet and exerc...

5 Herbal Tea Benefits for a Healthier and Happier Life

You might be looking for something to warm you up throughout the winter season or cool you down during the summer, and herbal teas can be consumed year-round; they’re a delicious, healthy, and immu...

Lesson #2: Herbal "Teas"

In the first lesson, we answered this very common question: "What is tea?" In this second infusion, we'll turn the teacup and tackle the question, "What is not tea?" Confusing? Find out more here.

Lesson #1: Different Types of Tea

In this initial lesson, we'll examine the basics of tea to help differentiate the varieties. To start with, how about we cover first the fundamental question of this course: "What is tea?" We will ...

Tea Region Series: Japanese Tea, Its History and Tea Types

While tea cultivation, consumption, and culture began in China, it soon swept other lands across Asia, and later reached the western countries. England may have laid its claim to original tea tradi...

Tea Region Series: Chinese Tea, Its History and Tea Types

A beverage consumed second only to plain water. With a history spreading across many cultures over the course of thousands of years, tea was found and consumed in China centuries before it had even...

Do You Get Health Benefits from Bottled Tea?

Bottled teas can be said as more convenient than fresh-brewing (and more delicious?) teas, but is the benefit far greater as well?

Lesson #7: Tea vs Coffee, Yay or Nay?

There appears to be a general rivalry between the worlds of Coffee and Tea. This appears to be somewhat logical, considering that they both considered as one of the most popular beverages in the wo...

Protect Your DNA with Tea

For centuries, folks have believed the many health benefits of tea, and some calling it a real-life “fountain of youth.” In fact, according to a new study in 2021, this may not be too far fetched. ...

The Craze of Bubble Teas

First of all, the bubble tea fad in Australia (it originally came from Taiwan called “boba tea”, and pretty popular in Asia) did boost tea sales in general, spreading the awareness of gourmet loose...