Reducing the amount of soda kids drink is a goal many parents are trying to achieve. This recipe for Purple Punch, which is from the 1900s, is something your kids …
Tea History: James McLaren & Sons
This is the second part of our monthly series, newly available the second Monday of each month, on tea history covering brands of the past. Today, we feature James McLaren …
Tea History: MacLeods of Edinburgh
For the next few months, at the second Monday of each month, we are covering some tea history. With tea being one of the oldest beverages, there have been …
Guess the Brand of Tea of Former First Minister?
What is the preferred brand of tea of Scotland’s former First Minester Alex Salmond, Scotland’s First Minister? In an article by the UK Press Association, Salmond’s office reveals his …
Very True Historical Tea Sign
Thanks to Edinburgh City of Print for the image. You can see more of their work in Flickr.
Do You Know This Man?
Who is this man? Do you know this famous figure in Scottish Tea history? This is Andrew Melrose, who started the brand of tea that carries his name. Andrew Melrose …
Lost Tea Brands: Angus Morrison & Co of Edinburgh
Although no longer around, Angus Morrison & Co. were tea and coffee specialists located in Chapel Lane in Edinburgh. Here is a mock up of an advertisement for the company’s …
Lost Tea Brands: More from James McLaren & Sons of Edinburgh
If you have been reading our periodic series, we have been reviewing tea companies that have been lost to history. Earlier, we reviewed James McLaren & Sons of Edinburgh who …
Lost Tea Brands: James McLaren & Sons of Edinburgh
Like many tea companies in history, James McLaren & Sons is no longer around. James McLaren & Sons were located at 42 Albany St in Edinburgh. Here is a label …
Lost Tea Brands: Holyrood Tea
All this summer, we have been reviewing tea companies that have been lost to history. Today, Holyrood Tea. Thanks to Edinburgh City of Print for the image. You can see …