Tea experts explain yaupon, America's only native caffeinated plant. They cover why this once-forgotten tea is having a resurgence. Also how to brew it and which herbs and flavors it pairs best with.
Both Youpon Holly and Camilia Sinensis are able to be grown in non-tropical regions while the vast majority of caffine sources have to be grown in tropical areas. Though I think Camilia S. is even more cold hardy.
Both Youpon Holly and Camilia Sinensis are able to be grown in non-tropical regions while the vast majority of caffine sources have to be grown in tropical areas. Though I think Camilia S. is even more cold hardy.