{"id":46351,"date":"2016-04-18T09:00:59","date_gmt":"2016-04-18T13:00:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.uncommongoods.com\/?p=46351"},"modified":"2016-05-05T10:39:30","modified_gmt":"2016-05-05T14:39:30","slug":"tea-infuser","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uncommongoods.com\/blog\/2016\/tea-infuser\/","title":{"rendered":"Infuse-a-Palooza With Our New Tea Infuser"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Citrus and Ginger Tea Infusing Bottle | UncommonGoods<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

I\u2019m generally a coffee-drinker, but following a string of over-caffeinated mornings that left me shaking at my desk, I\u2019ve been looking for a lighter replacement. Enter our new Citrus and Ginger Tea Infuser<\/a> \u2013 a unique to-go bottle with exchangeable attachments that allow you to enliven your teas with tang and spice. The infuser includes:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Steeping basket \u2013 perfect for loose leaf or bagged teas
\n\u2022 Reamer \u2013 get those juices flowing!
\n\u2022 Grater \u2013 a two-piece attachment that lets you flavor your tea while keeping the grated fibers locked away, (no floaters!)
\n\u2022 Bottom compartment \u2013 anything you can\u2019t juice or shred can be chopped up and placed in here.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s called the Citrus and Ginger Tea Infuser Bottle, but don\u2019t let the name limit you \u2013 a whole produce aisle of fruits, roots, and veggies awaits! I journeyed to my local grocery store and put five flavor fusions to the test.<\/p>\n

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Apple & Coconut White Tea<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In the steeper:\u00a0 1 pure leaf white tea bag, 1 large pinch of coconut flakes<\/p>\n

On the grater:\u00a0 1 crisp apple (I used a Pink Lady)<\/p>\n

Coconut flakes give this tasty infusion a little tropical flair. I used sweetened coconut, and honestly, I went a little overboard on the first attempt.\u00a0 Next time I\u2019ll buy unsweetened flakes, or, if I\u2019m feeling adventurous, a whole coconut that I can crack open and grate into my tea instead.<\/p>\n

As for the type of apple, the choice is yours.\u00a0 I recommend selecting something crunchy enough to use on the grating plate, and just a bit tart to balance out the sweetness of the coconut.<\/p>\n

\"Citrus<\/a><\/p>\n

Carrot & Ginger Green Tea<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In the steeper:\u00a0 1 green tea bag<\/p>\n

On the grater:\u00a0 1 whole carrot, fresh ginger root to taste<\/p>\n

Careful – it\u2019s easy to get ginger-happy with this one. \u00a0The infuser\u2019s unique grater allows for a big kick of spice, while keeping the ginger root\u2019s dense fibers from floating in your tea.<\/p>\n

The carrot provides a light earthy and nutty flavor, but too much ginger can quickly overpower it.\u00a0 I only used one carrot, but you could easily go for two.<\/p>\n

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Ginger & Lime Green Tea<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In the steeper:\u00a0 1 green tea bag<\/p>\n

On the grater:\u00a0 fresh ginger root to taste<\/p>\n

On the reamer:\u00a0 \u00bd of one large lime<\/p>\n

Ginger and lime \u2013 a zesty and delicious combination. \u00a0As with my previous recipe, what starts as a ginger hint can quickly escalate to a ginger SMACK, so grate at your own risk.<\/p>\n

The bold flavors in this infusion are perfect for a sleepy-morning wake up, or a mid-afternoon zing. (You can also chill your tea and add a splash of vodka for an evening elixir \u2013 I won\u2019t tell.)<\/p>\n

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Kiwi & Lime White Tea<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In the steeper:\u00a0 1 pure leaf white tea bag<\/p>\n

On the reamer\/in the bottom compartment:\u00a0 \u00bd of one lime, 1 whole kiwi<\/p>\n

Warning \u2013 this one is messy, but worth it.<\/p>\n

Ever tried to juice a kiwi?\u00a0 I hadn\u2019t. Turns out it\u2019s more like smushing than juicing.\u00a0 To avoid the extra cleanup, I recommend chopping the kiwi into pieces, and placing them in the infuser\u2019s bottom compartment.\u00a0 They\u2019ll stay contained, but still give your tea a tangy dash.\u00a0 (Plus, you can eat the\u00a0tea-soaked kiwi bits later. They’re delicious.)<\/p>\n

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Orange & Grapefruit White Tea<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In the steeper:\u00a0 1 pure leaf white tea bag<\/p>\n

On the reamer:\u00a0 \u00bd of one grapefruit, \u00bd of one orange (I used a Cara Cara navel)<\/p>\n

Summery, citrusy, and oh-so-tasty, this infusion would make a refreshing treat on a warm day.\u00a0 The grapefruit I bought was a little big for the reamer, so I recommend juicing slowly, over the sink.\u00a0 I\u2019m sure a regular orange would taste just as delicious, but I couldn\u2019t resist the lovely red color or the sweet cherry notes of the Cara Cara.<\/p>\n

I hope this inspires you to experiment with\u00a0concoctions of your own using our tea infuser. If you do, please\u00a0leave your favorite recipes in the comments so that I can try them too!<\/p>\n

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