Culture

Tea Cultures from Around the World

Born from the Camellia Sinensis plant and bred in the Asian continent, tea has been, and still is, an integral part of daily life in many cultures. It is everyone’s go-to drink. While tea may have originated in China, its spread towards the West has been remarkable. This spread can be viewed in the myriad […]

In India, tea is much more than a drink to begin your day with. It has become an integral part of the culture and life of every Indian. In fact, if you take a walk around any local Indian road, you will definitely find chaiwallahs (tea sellers) steaming up a hot Masala Chai for their customers. Indians consume about 837,000 tonnes of tea every year ...