Definition: Flowering tea is a form of hand-tied tea that unfurls into an attractive arrangement of tealeaves and, usually, flowers. To make flowering teas, tealeaves are moistened (for pliability), then sewn into various shapes, such as spheres (or "globes") or hearts, and dried. When they are submerged in water for brewing, they open to form an anemone-like shape. If flowers are sewn inside of the display tea, they will emerge as a string, garland or bouquet.
Most flowering teas are made in China with green tea. There are some black and whit flowering teas available. Although flowering teas rarely have much flavor, they are popular for their striking appearances.
Most flowering teas are made in China with green tea. There are some black and whit flowering teas available. Although flowering teas rarely have much flavor, they are popular for their striking appearances.
Also Known As: Blossoming Tea, Blooming Tea, Display Tea
