October 27, 2026
The flowers inside a blooming tea
Jasmine, lily, globe amaranth, pot marigold, and carnation — what each one does in the glass.
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Notes on the cup
Short essays on the flower in the glass: what a blooming tea is, how to brew it, and which flowers we tie.
October 27, 2026
How to brew a blooming tea
Use one bloom, water at 85–95°C, and a clear glass if you want to watch it open.
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What is blooming tea?
A blooming tea is a hand-tied bundle of pan-fired green tea and edible flowers that opens in the cup.
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