How to Make Chagra

A few weeks ago, I talked about chagra (a sustainable way to reuse tealeaves around the house and garden) on the blog. In response to a reader email asking for more information on chagra, I've added this guide on how to make chagra. Enjoy!

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What is Chagra?

Chagra is tea, but it isn't just any old tea. In a way, it's a particular type of old tea. But it's totally unlike pu-erh or aged oolong. You probably wouldn't want to drink it, but it does have plenty of other uses, both traditional an contemporary.

OK, enough with the enigmatic statements! If you want to learn about chagra, check out my new chagra definition. Enjoy!

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