The Tea House Journal

Small Pot Oolong Tea Hot Brew Guide

by Silk Jade December 13, 2023

Small Teapots are ideal for steeping oolong tea leaves multiple times for a quick and interesting tea tasting journey. As you explore our collection of premium oolongs from Taiwan, start with these guidelines.

Tea Cold Brew Guide

by Silk Jade November 07, 2023

Water temperature plays a large role in the taste emitted from tea leaves. For example, boiling water may scald tea leaves, leaving an acidic afte...

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The Real Tea Part II: The Prized + Pungent Oolongs, Puerhs & Yellows

by Silk Jade August 28, 2023

In our prequel piece, we laid the groundwork for what makes a particular libation truly “tea.” If you need a recap on all of the basics of Camelli...

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Matcha Memoir

by Silk Jade May 01, 2021

Over the past decade or so, matcha has shifted from a novel trend to a mainstay on every cafe and teahouse menu in the West. But in Asia, matcha h...

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True Brew: Essential Teaware for Optimal Flavor & Aroma

by Silk Jade May 01, 2021

As many of us know, tea is a long established mainstay in Chinese culture. History has revealed that this “elixir” was being consumed by the people...

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Rooted Regeneration: Unearthing the Essence of our Ginger Elixir

by S J January 24, 2021

The term elixir elusively suggests some kind of mystical formula, somewhere between medicine and mmm…. Though the loosely defined term is open fo...

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Chow at CHIFA: New Nosh comes to Eagle Rock

by S J January 24, 2021

We are excited to welcome our new neighbors, the chic family-owned eatery known as CHIFA, to the Eagle Rock community. This vibrant spot is conven...

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The Real Tea

by S J February 17, 2018

Despite tea’s ancient roots throughout history, the details of this age-old tonic still remain an obscurity to most of us. Silk & Jade would li...

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A Midsummer's Night Tea

by S J August 09, 2017

In the midst of Southern California’s sultry summer, Silk & Jade invites you to cool off and unwind with one or more of our soothing floral teas. Rethink your “nightcap” with a tasty tisane — a healthy, flavorful alternative that will lull you into a tranquil slumber with every sip. This month we are featuring our organic chamomile, lavender & hibiscus teas. Packing a versatile flavor profile, each flower offers a distinctive taste that speaks to a wide spectrum of palates — sweet, sour, subtle — we’ve got you covered.