- July 25, 2010, 4:48 am
Loose leaf tea is a dried leaf that is soaked in boiled water and never comes in a tea bag. Drinking of tea originated in China around 5000 years ago during the reign of the Chinese emperor Shen Nung. Shen Nung had profound knowledge. He knew that water becomes pure when it is boiled. So he always had boiled water. Once, a leaf from outside flew into his cup full of boiled water. He allowed it to remain in his cup for sometime. He found that the leaf turned the water color into brown within some time. He tasted the solution and got a refreshing taste. It is said, since then people enjoy tea in China, Japan and the world over. Loose tea comes in bigger sizes and better quality. These teas are of greater
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