Green Tea Smoothies!

Everyone loves a smoothie in the morning... well, we've found a way to kick it up a notch with our delicious (and healthy) Organic Jasmine Green Tea.

Green tea has become well known for its health benefits.  It is rich in cancer-fighting antioxidants and has also been linked to improved brain function, fat loss and more.  Best of all, it tastes great!

Here's a quick and easy recipe to make a Barn Owl Green Tea Smoothie:

1. Steep 8oz of Barn Owl's Organic Jasmine Green Tea
   (1-2 tsp of tea leaves in 8oz of water at 180°F for 2-3 minutes) 
   
2. Toss your favourite fruits into a blender - we like blueberries, pineapple and banana, but experimenting is half the fun!
   
3. Add the steeped tea to the blender along with a few ice cubes
   
4. Health Tip: Get even more out of your smoothie by adding a few kale or spinach leaves; or a teaspoon of either flax or chia seeds
   
5. If you'd like to beef up the protein, add a scoop of your favourite protein powder or a tablespoon of greek yogurt. 
   
6. Blend until smooth and enjoy!

Hint: try steeping a whole pitcher and keeping it in the fridge - now you've got brewed tea ready to make multiple smoothies.

Have a tip or a favourite smoothie recipe?  Share your comments!

Introducing... Coconut Colada Green Tea!

We're excited to introduce our newest flavour... Coconut Colada Green Tea!

This refreshing blend of green tea and coconut produces a light and slightly sweet flavour that is sure to please! Visit www.BarnOwlTea.com to order yours today!

Barn Owl Tea Now Available at Coach House Studio in Utica!

We are pleased to announce that Barn Owl Tea is now available at the Coach House Studio in Utica.  Located on Regional Road 21 (Goodwood Rd.) at Marsh Hill (between Lakeridge and Hwy 12), Coach House Studio is home to over 40 vendors all under one roof! 

They have everything from antiques, vintage finds, original art, home decor, gift items, furniture and fashion accessories, unique hand crafts and collectibles! 

Barn Owl Teas are available in 50g pouches with varieties rotating on a regular basis. 

Black Friday Sale!

Introducing, our Black Friday sale!  Enjoy 15% off all Black Teas until Friday, November 28th!

No coupon code is required, simply shop our online store at www.BarnOwlTea.com and choose your favourite Black Teas.

Stock up on our popular Organic Breakfast Blend or Creamy Earl Grey, or try something a little more adventurous, such as Spiced Pear, Vanilla Cream or Spiced Chai!



Don't forget that you get FREE SHIPPING with all purchases over $50.

An introduction to Keemun

Keemun is the most famous black tea produced in China and the first to be produced in Anhui, where up to that point, only green tea was produced. 

The name itself is actually the "English" spelling of the Qimen County of Huangshan City, in Anhui province.

A tea with a relatively short history, Keemun was first produced in 1875 by Yu Quianchen,who had traveled to the Fujian province to learn the secrets of Black Tea production.

Keemun turned out to be a huge success and became a popular tea among both the Chinese and English.  In fact, Keemun is the most prominent ingredient in "English Breakfast Tea".

Keemun has fruity and floral aromas and a balanced taste that can display hints of bitterness or smokiness, depending on the variety and how it was processed.

While traditionally consumed "black" in China, the addition of milk and sugar, as is more customary in the West can enhance some of the flavours, creating hints of dried fruit and nuts.

Keemun pairs well with spicy foods (Indian, Mexican, Chinese), strong cheeses or vanilla-flavoured desserts.

Our first retail partner - Studio on the Hill in Uxbridge!

We would like to welcome Studio On The Hill in Uxbridge, Ontario to the Barn Owl Family!

We met Lori and Nathalie at the Uxbridge Fall Fair and after enjoying some of our tea, they've decided to carry our products at their studio.  We'll be celebrating our new partnership with a complimentary tea sampling of our Creamy Earl Grey and Pumpkin Spice teas, this Sunday, September 21st at the Studio between 10am and Noon.

About Studio On The Hill:
What simply started as sharing our mutual love of creativity, blossomed into the creative venture… Studio on the Hill.

Nathalie has always loved scouring the shops and shelves of vintage and used clothing stores looking for items that speak to her. She is motivated by the history and stories that “old” pieces carry, combined with the belief that items can and should have a longer shelf life than usually given.

Lori’s life long, insatiable desire to create and construct along with her love for nature and the environment continue to motivate and inspire her creations. Drawing on her 29 years of experience as a professional Interior Designer, Studio on the Hill now provides her with a new avenue to express her artistic capabilities in a fresh way.

Location:
589 Old Stouffville Rd.
Uxbridge, ON  L9P 1R4
905-852-6529
studionthehill@gmail.com

Join us at the Uxbridge Fall Fair!

The Barn Owl Tea Co. will be attending the Uxbridge Fall Fair in beautiful Elgin Park!

Join us September 5-7th, 2014 for a cup of hot or iced tea, or grab a pouch of your favourite loose leaf tea to go!

This year marks the The Uxbridge Fall Fair's 150th anniversary, so we're very excited to be a part of the celebration.  Tickets to the fair are only $10 per day or $25 for the weekend.

All the information you need can be found here:

See you at the fair!