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A cup of tea is not merely a beverage. It encapsulates an entire historical narrative. Throughout the course of human history, tea has been present since very early times, quickly emerging as the most influential and powerful beverage on the planet.
Britain
The favorite tea of the British is Earl Grey, also known as Earl Grey tea. Earl Grey tea is a blend of traditional Chinese black tea infused with bergamot oil, a hybrid fruit between orange and lemon. It is known that the British are the biggest tea lovers in the world, they can drink tea up to 5 times a day.
India
When it comes to tea in India, Assam immediately comes to mind (which is a symbol of India). This tea is grown near the sea and has a very distinct taste like malt, extremely strong, and bright in color.
The majestic Assam tea kingdom of India stands as the largest tea-growing region globally, spanning from the Brahmaputra River to the borders of Bangladesh and Myanmar. Indian tea-drinking style, unlike the British, isn't fancy but rather focused on additives. Occasionally, Indians add milk to their tea like the British. Additionally, they incorporate sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, cardamom, pepper, nutmeg, and saffron.
The Kingdom of Morocco
Anyone who has set foot in Morocco knows that there, a greeting is never without a hot cup of mint tea. Mint tea is the national pride and joy of Morocco, serving as an emblem in the country's households.
Moroccan mint tea comprises tea brewed from a type of tea leaf called 'gunpowder,' fresh mint leaves, and sugar. Moroccans have two ways of enjoying mint tea:
- Preparing it all: brewing the tea, removing the leaves and sugar, then pouring it into a tall silver pot. When served, it's poured from above into a glass, creating froth for the tea.
- Brewing the tea separately, leaving mint leaves and sugar in the glass. When it's time to enjoy, hot tea is poured in. Mint tea must be consumed hot for the best flavor.
China
China boasts a plethora of tea varieties, but none as renowned as Oolong tea. It's fair to say this is where the finest and most authentic Oolong tea originates.
Oolong tea is crafted from the finest tea buds, sun-withered before undergoing oxidation, then twisted and curled like black dragons. Despite being one of the priciest teas, due to its exquisite flavor, tea connoisseurs in China always keep a few liangs at home, to occasionally indulge themselves or entertain esteemed guests. Oolong tea also comes in various strains.
Japan
The tradition of tea appreciation has long been regarded as a quintessential beauty in Japanese culinary culture, both past and present. The Japanese hold distinct beliefs regarding the significance, effects of tea drinking, brewing techniques, and tea appreciation, adhering strictly to established rules. The act of tea appreciation by the people of the Land of the Rising Sun embodies harmony in aesthetics and philosophical principles through four elements: wa – harmony (between humans and nature), kei – respect (for others), sei – purity (of the soul), and jaku – tranquility.
East Africa
One of the most distinctive aspects of tea culture in East African countries is the enjoyment of afternoon tea. Tea is predominantly grown in Malawi and Kenya, boasting a highly unique fragrance.
Russia
Russians began drinking tea in the 17th century, though this beverage wasn't widely known until the early 19th century. In Russia, both green and black tea are brewed in a samovar and not served with milk. Russians typically pour tea into a metal-handled cup, add a sugar cube or spoonful of jam to their mouths, then sip the tea. The Russian tea-drinking tradition is often associated with the samovar - a large tea urn, elegantly designed, maintaining liters of water at high temperatures. Due to Russia's cold climate, Russians view tea as a beverage that warms both the heart and the body.
According to Cntraveler.com
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Reference: Travel guide Mytour
MytourMarch 2, 2015
