Loose tea

Loose-leaf tea is the traditional form of presenting tea leaves that have not been processed into tea bags, allowing the leaves to maintain their natural size and quality. This type of tea is characterized by offering a more intense and fresh flavor, as the leaves can fully expand during infusion and release all their essential oils and aromas.

Tea originates from China, where it has been consumed for thousands of years. Subsequently, its cultivation and consumption spread to other regions of Asia, such as India, Japan, and Sri Lanka, and finally to the rest of the world. Loose-leaf tea is highly valued in gastronomic culture for its variety of types and flavors, ranging from green, black, and white tea to flavored teas and special blends.

Among its properties, loose-leaf tea is known for being an antioxidant beverage that helps improve concentration, digestion, and provides a relaxing or stimulating effect, depending on the type of tea. Furthermore, it is low in calories and can be part of a healthy diet.

In different Spanish-speaking countries, loose-leaf tea is also known as "bulk tea", "leaf tea", or simply "natural tea". These names reflect its unprocessed or unpackaged presentation, ideal for those looking to prepare customized, higher-quality infusions.