A cup of tea with...

#1 Family Business

Released Friday, 22nd December 2023

#2 Coming soon

The next episode of our tea podcast "A cup of tea with..." will follow shortly.

#3 Simply Ayurveda – enjoy a delicious and relaxed everyday life with the Indian teachings on life

#4 ‘From crazy idea to success!’

#5 Coffee vs. Tea

#6 Oolong Tea – Blue Tea, Dragons and Weight Loss

#7 Off to the land of mate! – with Soledad Sichert, water & mate sommelier, restaurateur

#8 From bancha to shincha – what makes Japanese green teas so special? – with Lukas Parobij, tea taster at TeeGschwendner

Japan is not only a popular destination for our tea tasters, but also highly sought-after for its exceptional green teas. From bancha to shincha: Japanese green tea is becoming increasingly popular in Germany and has been an integral part of the TeeGschwendner range for many years. That's why we're travelling to Japan in this podcast episode to focus on wonderful premium green teas such as sencha, gyokuro and shincha.

#9 ‘In the name of nature’ with Karin Romeder and Martina Romanski from Naturland

Naturland – Association for Organic Agriculture was founded in 1982 and is based in Gräfelfing near Munich. Its aim is to promote organic farming worldwide. Consumers trust the Naturland seal. But what does this seal actually mean? Who gets it and how strict are the requirements?

#10 All about Matcha – with Lukas Parobij, tea taster at TeeGschwendner

Since podcast episode 8, which was about green tea from Japan, one thing has been clear: we absolutely must have a separate episode about matcha! There is a lot to learn about this ‘green gold’ from Japan, and tea taster Lukas Parobij is here to answer our questions.

#11 ‘Tea Taster on Tour – Colombia’ – with Daniel Mack & guests

Our tea tasters frequently travel to the countries where tea originates to observe local conditions, maintain contact with our mostly long-standing suppliers and, if necessary, optimise production processes. In February 2024, our customers had the chance to win a trip to a tea garden and go on tour with Daniel Mack for the first time. The destination of this trip: the first and only tea garden in Colombia. Many tea lovers did not want to miss out on this exclusive opportunity!

#12 Ho Ho Holy Tea – the best tea tips for the festive season

The last episode of the year features a very special guest: Although he has his hands full at this time of year, we have ‘Sencha Claus’ as a guest on the podcast! In conversation with Daniel, he reveals his very best tips for tea during the cold season and we learn more about how Sencha Claus manages to stay relaxed during the busy Christmas period.

#13 ‘Tea traditions from Asia to East Frisia’

This expert episode with tea sommelier Gero Hartwig is all about tea traditions from around the world. There is so much to talk about that a sequel is already planned. In episode 13, we explore tea traditions in Southeast Asia and find our way via Great Britain to East Frisia.

#14 ‘About medicinal herbs and herbal teas’ – with Friederike Grönemeyer and Prof. Dr. Dietrich Grönemeyer

Which medicinal plants can support the body and mind? In this episode, we delve deep into the world of herbs and herbal teas with Prof. Dr. Dietrich Grönemeyer and Friederike Grönemeyer. With their book ‘Selbst heilen mit Kräutern’ (Self-healing with herbs), the two experts have created a standard work on herbal medicine and share their knowledge about peppermint, chamomile, fennel and more.

#15 Apple mint from Meckenheim – how sustainable herb cultivation really works – with Katharina Luhmer

How is mint grown organically – and why does it require passion, patience and manual labour? In this episode, we talk to Katharina Luhmer, research assistant at the University of Bonn, about the regional mint project in Meckenheim, sustainable herb cultivation and how a thesis turned into a real labour of love.

#16 Communitea podcast episode – you ask, we answer

This special Communitea episode of ‘Einen im Tee mit’ is all about your questions about tea. Daniel Mack answers exciting listener questions about the storage, preparation and effects of tea – from the optimal choice of filter to the myth surrounding catechins in green tea. You'll learn why loose tea is often better than bagged tea, how to prepare matcha correctly and how long it takes for tea to go from the tea garden to the shelf. An episode full of practical tips, tea knowledge and entertaining anecdotes.

#17 Tea from New Zealand – Zealong visits Germany

What does New Zealand have to do with premium oolong tea? In this episode, Sen Kong from Zealong Tea Estate is our guest and we talk about New Zealand's only tea garden. You will learn how the finest organic tea is produced there under strict conditions – and why the climate, with four seasons in one day, is ideal for this. We delve into the history of the tea garden, its beginnings with 15,000 tea plant cuttings, and how passion and precision have created a tea that is in demand worldwide. Insight included: what tea tastes like when expertise meets genuine craftsmanship.

#18 Tea Taster on Tour: Japan

Experience Japan up close – in this episode, our tea tasters take you on a tea journey through the Land of the Rising Sun. Together with a group of TeeGschwendner employees, Daniel Mack and Lukas Parobij discover traditional tea gardens, talk to potters in Tokoname and learn about the differences in tea cultivation between Japan and Nepal. You will learn why water has a decisive influence on the taste of tea, how to become ‘tea drunk’ and why sometimes you simply have to experience tea to understand it better. This episode is a passionate first-hand travelogue – full of anecdotes, expert knowledge and a genuine love of tea.

#19 ‘Enjoy tea – but safely!’ – with Dr Sophia Dohlen from TeeGschwendner

Tea is pure nature – and at the same time a highly complex foodstuff. In this episode, we take a look behind the scenes of our quality control and talk to Dr Sophia Dohlen (head of the in-house food chemistry laboratory and TeeGschwendner quality management).

#20 Umami in tea & cuisine – a conversation with SoulSpice

What connects tea with spices? In this episode, Daniel Mack talks to Boris Rafalski, founder of SoulSpice, about the origin, quality and responsibility behind our daily enjoyment. We delve into the world of fair trade spices, discover similarities with tea culture and talk about why umami is more than just a trend. You will learn how trust is built – from Kampot pepper to Japanese matcha.

#21 Cooking & baking with tea: when sensory perception meets cuisine

In this episode, Daniel Mack and tea sommelier Gero Hartwig talk about how tea can be used in the kitchen far beyond the classic cup – from matcha mochi and lapet salad to green tea pesto and Earl Grey muffins to fruit tea vinaigrette, marinades, dessert teas and ice cream.

#22 Why selling tea is particularly enjoyable – with Harald Maiers from TeeGschwendner Bad Godesberg

This episode is all about why selling tea is much more of a calling than a job. In conversation with Harald Maiers, we discuss his journey from tea lover to franchise partner for many years to store manager – and what really makes good advice in a specialist tea shop. Other topics include the special team spirit at TeeGschwendner, how to treat complaints as opportunities, and the importance of enthusiasm for tea as a product. The episode is rounded off with the tea of the month, Mogli Chai and Mogli Chai Schoko, as well as insights into why a journey to the origins of tea can change your perspective on it forever.

#23 Tea Association & Tea Future: Behind the Scenes

How is tea policy developed – and why is Kenya one of the most exciting players in the global tea market? In this episode, Maximilian Wittig, Managing Director of the German Tea and Herbal Tea Association, is our guest. The conversation focuses on association work, market trends and the background to the joint delegation trip to Kenya. You will learn why Kenya is the world champion in exports, how the country has developed from a CTC producer to a quality nation, and why pesticide residues play hardly any role there. In addition, there are insights into the work of the association, the significance of the Tea Report, and the question of why cooperation in the industry has a stronger effect than competition. An episode about responsibility, quality, and the future of tea.

#3 Coming soon

The next episode of our tea podcast "A cup of tea with..." will follow shortly.