Scribd
Upload
36 views1 page

History of Tea

Tea, originating in ancient China around 2737 BCE, became a significant cultural beverage, particularly during the Tang Dynasty. It spread to Japan and Britain, where it became integral to their cultures, largely due to the influence of the British East India Company. Today, tea is enjoyed globally in various forms, including green, black, white, oolong, and herbal infusions.

Uploaded by

mamabanana328
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
36 views1 page

History of Tea

Tea, originating in ancient China around 2737 BCE, became a significant cultural beverage, particularly during the Tang Dynasty. It spread to Japan and Britain, where it became integral to their cultures, largely due to the influence of the British East India Company. Today, tea is enjoyed globally in various forms, including green, black, white, oolong, and herbal infusions.

Uploaded by

mamabanana328
Copyright
© © All Rights Reserved
We take content rights seriously. If you suspect this is your content, claim it here.
Available Formats
Download as PDF, TXT or read online on Scribd
You are on page 1/ 1

The History of Tea

Tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world. Its origins date back to ancient China,

around 2737 BCE, when Emperor Shen Nong discovered tea when leaves from a wild tree blew into

his pot of boiling water. Over centuries, tea became embedded in various cultures, spreading

through Asia, the Middle East, and Europe.

During the Tang Dynasty (618907), tea became China's national drink. Later, it reached Japan

where it became central to the Japanese tea ceremony. In the 17th century, tea arrived in Britain

and soon became a staple in British culture. The British East India Company played a major role in

spreading tea globally, particularly through colonial trade routes.

Today, tea comes in many varieties, including green, black, white, oolong, and herbal infusions,

enjoyed both hot and cold around the world.

You might also like