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| Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) |
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| We answer some of the most frequently asked questions here! If you still do not find the answers that you are looking for, simply email us at enquiry@TeaSpa.com.sg and we will be happy to assist you! |
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What is the difference between 'loose-leaf' and a teabag?
Teabag teas generally contain “tea dusts” that had undergone a harsh process where the tealeaves are crushed in order to fit into a teabag. During this process, the therapeutic essential oils are usually stripped off and since only a small amount could fit into a teabag, the healing benefits and flavours are usually compromised. Loose-leaf teas do not undergo such harsh process and the amount used to prepare a cup of tea is more generous than a typical teabag, therefore they tend to retain the therapeutic properties and offer a flavourful cup of tea. |
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What is the difference between herbal tea and black tea?
Correctly put, herbal tea should be known as herbal infusion as it does not derive from ‘Camellia Sinensis' and therefore it is caffeine-free. Whilst black tea comes from the ‘Camellia Sinensis’ plant and therefore it contains caffeine. |
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How much do I use to prepare a cup of tea?
The general rule of thumb is 1 level teaspoon per cup of 250ml of hot water. |
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How long do I infuse my tea?
The general infusion time is 2-3 minutes for black and green teas. Herbal teas are generally infused much longer to disperse the essential oils that contain the healing properties. A good infusion time is about 5 minutes, however, if you prefer a stronger brew, the infusion time can be extended to 15 minutes or longer. And remember as 'loose-leaf' teas retain more moisture, flavour and beneficial oils, do not throw out your teas after first infusion! They can be infused again but naturally the second infusion will not be as strong as the first. |
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Where are your teas from?
From around the world mainly Europe, USA, Middle East, Australia and Asia. As we source our teas based on good harvests, we maintain several suppliers so as to ensure we never run out of stocks and most importantly, we maintain a high level of quality and consistency. |
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What is a herbal tea blend?
A herbal tea blend combines 2 or more therapeutic herbs to give a specific healing benefit or multi-healing benefits. |
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What is a fruit tisane?
Also known as fruit infusion (‘tisane’ is a French word which means ‘infusion’). Fruit tisane is a caffeine-free beverage using only high quality real fruit pieces that have been dried to seal the freshness, taste and quality. Our fruit tisane contains these dried fruits and other gentle therapeutic herbs to offer you a rich source of vitamin C that boosts a strong immune system. |
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What is a green tea blend?
A green tea blend combines traditional green tea and therapeutic herbs to give a unique taste sensation. Our selection includes Sencha Lemongrass, Sencha Ginger, Sencha Peppermint, etc. You can also find such unique blends in our Black Tea and White Tea selections. |
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Does green tea contain any caffeine?
As green tea derived from ‘Camellia Sinensis’ plant, it is not caffeine-free. However, it contains very low level of caffeine as compared to black tea and chinese tea. |
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