Tannins
Tannins are a chemical compound found in green tea, that can have many positive effects on the body. They are found naturally in different fruits and plants but the highest levels are found in green teas. Some of the most beneficial properties of Tannins is that they are anticarcinogenic, reduce blood pressure, and play an important role in liver health. Tannins also have very strong antimicrobial activities. It is well documented that they inhibit the growth of many different types of fungi, yeasts, bacteria, and viruses. Tannic acid being a sub group of tannins, have also been found to have inhibitory effects towards food-borne and aquatic bacteria.
Tannins are a chemical compound found in green tea, that can have many positive effects on the body. They are found naturally in different fruits and plants but the highest levels are found in green teas. Some of the most beneficial properties of Tannins is that they are anticarcinogenic, reduce blood pressure, and play an important role in liver health. Tannins also have very strong antimicrobial activities. It is well documented that they inhibit the growth of many different types of fungi, yeasts, bacteria, and viruses. Tannic acid being a sub group of tannins, have also been found to have inhibitory effects towards food-borne and aquatic bacteria.
Description
Abe's Blue Riders Green Tea is sourced out of China in the Anhui Province. Being another Chun Mee Tea It is one of the oldest green teas dating back to the Ming Dynasty in the 1600's. It is a Mint bodied Tea with notes of Mango and a floral undertone giving it a very pleasant aroma.
Health benefits
Abe's Blue Riders Tea can reduce your appetite, making it the perfect tea to boost your metabolism and promote weight loss.
How to Brew
Best when steeped for 3 to 4 min. at 75 °c
£12.19Description
Abe’s Keemun Congou Tea played a major role in Chinese culture dating back to 1875. It was used in Congou Tea ceremonies where the tea was the emphasis rather than the ceremony. Grown exclusively in Anhui province in China in tea gardens hidden between the Yellow Mountains and the Yangtze River, Abe's Keemun Congou Tea is both sweet and spicy with floral undertones and a very flamboyant aroma.
The health benefits
Abe's Keemun Congou Tea can reduce the production of hormones causing stress, keeping you relaxed.
How to brew
Best when steeped for 5 min. at 90 °c £14.49Description
Abe’s Lapsang Souchong Tea is known as one of the best teas in China, and is said to be the oldest black tea in the world. The tea leaves are smoked in a bamboo basket over a pinewood fire. This smoking technique creates a unique flavor with a subtle hint of spice.
Health Benefits
Abe's Lapsang Souchong Tea contains extremely high levels of anti-oxidants which can help relieve headaches.
How to Brew
Best when steeped for 5 min. at 80 °c £13.49Description
Abe's Ceylon Tea is named after the region Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka. This region’s high humidity and low temperatures, combined with a high yearly rain fall, gives this black tea a full bodied taste with a complimenting smooth and sweet aroma.
Health Benefits
Abe's Ceylon Tea can increase pulmonary health and reduce asthma symptoms
How to Brew
Best when steeped for 3 to 4 min. at 85 °c
£12.89
Catechins
Catechins are a type of powerful antioxident found in white and green teas, that can give a large range of health benefits. Catechins have been linked to a number of health benefits in the brain. Perhaps the most beneficial is the prevention of certain sticky proteins from linking with each other and growing. These toxic proteins eventually form plaque which is one of the leading causes associated with Alzheimers disease. Below are a list of Abe's teas that contain high levels of Catechins.
Catechins are a type of powerful antioxident found in white and green teas, that can give a large range of health benefits. Catechins have been linked to a number of health benefits in the brain. Perhaps the most beneficial is the prevention of certain sticky proteins from linking with each other and growing. These toxic proteins eventually form plaque which is one of the leading causes associated with Alzheimers disease. Below are a list of Abe's teas that contain high levels of Catechins.
Description
Abe’s Smoked Pai Mu Tan has taken the delicate Pai Mu Tan with all of its subtleties and smoked it over cedar wood. This gives it a slightly fuller taste by absorbing all of the flavors and aroma of the wood.
Health Benefits
Abe's Smoked Pai Mu Tan can increase liver health.
How to Brew
Best when steeped for 5 min. at 65 °c £26.49Description
Abe's Earl Grey Sencha Green Tea combines India's smooth and delicate Earl Grey Tea with Japan’s favorite and most widely drank tea, Sencha. The citrus of the Earl Grey compliments the flavor of the cherry blossom in the Sencha to create a truly unique blend and flavor.
Health Benefits
Abe's Earl Grey Sencha can give you that much needed energy boost to get you through the day. It can also increase your brain’s cognitive functions to help you stay focused.
How to Brew
Best when steeped for 5 min. at 85 °c
£10.94Description
Abe's Bayadere is a classic yellow tea with added passion fruit and a few rose petals. This creates a fruitier flavor with the familiar floral aroma of traditional white teas.
Health Benefits
Abe’s Bayadere is low in caffeine content which helps increase circulation and reduce blood pressure.
How To Brew
Best when steeped for 2 to 10 min. at 75 °c
£17.49Description
Abe's Blue Riders Green Tea is sourced out of China in the Anhui Province. Being another Chun Mee Tea It is one of the oldest green teas dating back to the Ming Dynasty in the 1600's. It is a Mint bodied Tea with notes of Mango and a floral undertone giving it a very pleasant aroma.
Health benefits
Abe's Blue Riders Tea can reduce your appetite, making it the perfect tea to boost your metabolism and promote weight loss.
How to Brew
Best when steeped for 3 to 4 min. at 75 °c
£12.19
Theaflavins
Theaflavins are a very beneficial compound that is found naturally in many types of Black tea. Theaflavins have antioxidative properties that help in the reduction of free radicals. This can drastically lower risk of many types of cancer. Studies have also shown when drinking black tea on a regular basis patients with diabetes showed higher sensitivity and secretion to insulin. Below is a list of Abe's teas that contain high levels of Theaflavins.
Theaflavins are a very beneficial compound that is found naturally in many types of Black tea. Theaflavins have antioxidative properties that help in the reduction of free radicals. This can drastically lower risk of many types of cancer. Studies have also shown when drinking black tea on a regular basis patients with diabetes showed higher sensitivity and secretion to insulin. Below is a list of Abe's teas that contain high levels of Theaflavins.
Description
Abe’s Keemun Congou Tea played a major role in Chinese culture dating back to 1875. It was used in Congou Tea ceremonies where the tea was the emphasis rather than the ceremony. Grown exclusively in Anhui province in China in tea gardens hidden between the Yellow Mountains and the Yangtze River, Abe's Keemun Congou Tea is both sweet and spicy with floral undertones and a very flamboyant aroma.
The health benefits
Abe's Keemun Congou Tea can reduce the production of hormones causing stress, keeping you relaxed.
How to brew
Best when steeped for 5 min. at 90 °c £14.49Description
Abe's Ceylon Tea is named after the region Ceylon, now known as Sri Lanka. This region’s high humidity and low temperatures, combined with a high yearly rain fall, gives this black tea a full bodied taste with a complimenting smooth and sweet aroma.
Health Benefits
Abe's Ceylon Tea can increase pulmonary health and reduce asthma symptoms
How to Brew
Best when steeped for 3 to 4 min. at 85 °c
£12.89Description
Abe's Earl Grey Blue Tea shows its first sign of life in the northeastern corner of India tucked away in the foothills of the Himalayan mountains. Neighboring Bangladesh and Nepal, this a region known as Assam. The moisture content in the air makes these fields prime for growing Black Tea. Abe’s Earl Grey Blue Tea is a classic black tea with added blue mallow blossoms to give this blend a smooth taste and soothing aroma.
Health Benefits
Abe's Earl Grey Blue Tea not only fights bacteria in the body but strengthens the immune system.
How to Brew
Best when steeped for 3 to 5 min. at 90 °c
£12.19Product Description
Keemun Da Bie is grown exclusively in the Anhui province in China where the tea gardens hide between the Yellow Mountains and the Yangtze River. Keemun Da Bie is considered a relatively new tea at only 143 years old. Abe's Keemun Da Bie Tea is known for its floral fragrances resembling orchids, honey undertones, and a hint of cocoa. It is a refined tea with slightly smoky notes.
Health Benefits
Abe's Keemun Da Bie Tea is rich in the hormone that prevents hair loss.
How to Brew
Best when steeped for 5 min. at 90 °c £14.79
Orientin
Orientin is a naturally occurring chemical compound that can be found in Rooibos teas. Orientin has anti-inflammation properties as well as antioxidant properties. Orientin works as an anti-inflammatory for the arteries and also cuts down on the number of adhesion molecules in the blood stream, which is a fancy way of saying reducing plaque in the arteries. All of the things translate to a lower risk of major cardiovascular diseases, heart attack, stroke, and Alzheimer’s. Below is a list of Abe's teas containing high levels of orientin.
Orientin is a naturally occurring chemical compound that can be found in Rooibos teas. Orientin has anti-inflammation properties as well as antioxidant properties. Orientin works as an anti-inflammatory for the arteries and also cuts down on the number of adhesion molecules in the blood stream, which is a fancy way of saying reducing plaque in the arteries. All of the things translate to a lower risk of major cardiovascular diseases, heart attack, stroke, and Alzheimer’s. Below is a list of Abe's teas containing high levels of orientin.
Description
Abe's Apple Strudel Rooibos Tea is exactly what it sounds like. Grown in a tea garden tucked away in the Cederberg coastal mountains of South Africa, it is a combination of apple pieces, cinnamon, and vanilla. This creates a fruitful flavor with a soothing vanilla aftertaste and an aroma of cinnamon apples that makes this tea perfect for a relaxing afternoon.
Health Benefits
This naturally caffeine free tea is know for its anti-inflammatory and antiviral qualities. Perfect for ridding the body of aches or fighting the common cold.
How to Brew
Best when steeped for 5 min. at 95 °c
£10.99Description
Abe's Rooibos Naturel Tea is an organic blend without any additives associated with other popular Rooibos teas. Grown in the coastal mountains of Africa, just northwest of Cape Town, this tea exudes all the freshness of the mountain air.
Health Benefits
The blend of Rooibos tea is known for full of health benefits in a natural way.