Red Tea (Pu Erh)

Red tea is an ancient natural beverage used for centuries in rituals and oriental ceremonies as well as a diuretic and medicinal drink. Red tea is obtained from an ancient plant, which was already used at the beginning of the Han dynasty in China. Thanks to the effects and benefits of red tea found at that time, red tea infusion has been, and is, one of the most appreciated varieties of tea in China, a fact that has also made it one of the most popular around the world.

Red tea was ancestrally used in Chinese medicine to help the body get rid of toxins and excesses in the body. This drink was known as the "tea of the emperors". Nowadays, the properties of red tea continue to help our body to eliminate toxins naturally, avoiding fluid retention or acting as a diuretic drink. In addition, the earthy flavor of red tea and its robust body with a stimulating effect make it a perfect alternative to coffee. Being red tea theine, it is one of the favorite beverages to replace the caffeine in coffee with a substance equally stimulating but with a healthier and more natural drink. One of the easiest ways to introduce red tea as a coffee substitute is to prepare red tea with milk, since the texture on the palate is much more similar and you can also combine the benefits of red tea and milk in a single drink.

If you have ever wondered what red tea is for, the first thing you should know is that it is a natural drink with a high diuretic power that will help us to eliminate toxins. In addition, the well-known variety of red Pu Erh tea is characterized by being a red tea with a longer fermentation process than the rest of varieties, making fat burning has a greater effect on the body. Although drinking red tea on an empty stomach helps to eliminate liquids and fat, drinking an infusion of Pu Erh tea or red tea 30 minutes after eating increases its various benefits, in addition to helping digestion more effectively. Discover the multitude of flavors and aromatic combinations of Pu Erh tea in Tea Shop's selection of red tea types.

Red tea is a dark infusion with reddish tones and a markedly earthy character that makes it perfect as a substitute for coffee or as a stimulating drink to activate the body. If you are one of those who like to notice all the flavor of herbs and their aromas in an infusion, we recommend you to buy red tea. To prepare an infusion of red tea with all its benefits, aromas and flavors, it is best to buy tea in bulk (more refined), and use the most suitable accessories and utensils for its preparation (such as stainless steel grid infusers or individual infusers). If you are a true lover of bulk red tea, we recommend our selection of exclusive and unique blends with surprising ingredients, such as Gracia Blend red tea, Praline red tea or Vanilla Pu Erh red tea. Surprise all your senses when you buy red tea with Tea Shop!

If you want to know when is the best time to drink a good cup of red tea and make the most of all its advantages and benefits, you should know that there are different ideal times of the day to drink red tea: Breakfast: As it is a very energetic drink, drinking a cup of red tea at breakfast will help you wake up with lots of energy. Lunch: As it is a very digestive drink, it is advisable to drink a cup after meals, as it will help you to improve your digestion. Snack: To snack or to drink between meals because Pu Erh Red Tea has a great satiating effect and can become a great ally.