Tea: Aromas and Flavors Around the World

by Lydia Gauthier

This book is all about tea. It begins with a history of tea, beginning with its origins in China and continuing with its spread to the rest of Asia and the West. We also learn about the manufacturing process of tea, proper brewing instructions for the various types of tea, the importance of terroir, and cultural traditions and ceremonies formed around tea. The book provides recipes for cooking with tea, and shows some beautiful photographs.

Genres: Tea

190 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2005

Reviews

[Bradley Verdell · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read at least 5 books about tea, and this one is by far the best I have seen. Fantastic, total reference to the world of tea. If you read one book about tea it should be this one.