It is estimated that the average Brit drinks around how many cups of tea per year?
165
Why did the boston Tea party happen?
because of high taxes on tea
What are some of the benefits of drinking green tea?
Rich in Antioxidants, Boosts Metabolism, Supports Heart Health, Enhances Brain Function, Helps in Digestion, Helps you Workout
Which English King popularised tea in England?
King Charles II
Which type of the true tea is the strongest?
Pu-erh or black tea
Name at least 3 types of true tea
green tea, black tea, white tea, oolong tea and Pue-rhe
How long did it take Tea Clippers sail from China to Britain?
90 - 100 days
Which country is the world's largest importer of tea
The United States
What ingredient other than milk and sugar do some cultures add to their tea?
butter
How many types of true tea are there?
5
When was the first tea shop open in London?
1703
In which century did the British develop their own unique way of drinking tea?
18th
When was the first tea bag patented?
1903
What is the name of the company that started to import tea to Britain in 1660s?
East India Company
What's the difference between different types of true teas?
The differences is in how much the leaves of the camellia sinensis have been oxidized, a process of leaving the tea leaves in air temperature to dry and darken
How long did it take to ships inn 17th / 18th century to sail from China to Britain?
7 months
The word "tea" comes from ...
the Chinese word "chá".
Traders from which two countries were the first to bring tea to Europe?
Portuguese and Dutch traders
What's the name of the plant which gives us the tea leaves?
Camellia sinensis
Which continent does tea come from?
Asia
Which is the most expensive type of tea?
Pu-erh tea
What is the unique way of drinking tea the British developed of drinking tea?
They add milk and sugar to their tea.
Which year did Boston Tea party happen?
1773