ORIGINS
Where does tea originally come from?
China
What is the most popular English tradition?
Tea time/Afternoon tea
Whats the electric device brits use to heat up the water?
Kettle
How many types of tea time are there? Name them
3 types:cream tea, afternoon tea and high tea
How do americans prefer tea?
Iced
Who introduced tea to England?
A portuguese woman/Catherine of Braganza
What beverage do Brits used to drink before tea was introduced?
Beer
How long should we leave the tea bag brewing?
2-5 minutes
What do you eat in a cream tea?
Scones
What's the name of a big cup?
Mug
What year/century was tea introduced in England?
1662/17th century
Why do brits like tea very hot?
Because of the weather in England
In what order are tea and milk poured?
It can be poured in both ways.
What do you eat in an afternoon tea?
Sandwhiches, scones, savory pastries and cakes.
What was tea used for before it became a popular drink?
For medical porpuses
Where do the initials T-E-A com from?
Transporte de Ervas Aromaticas
Where does the afternoon tea tradition come from?
From the hungry Anna Maria Stanhope, Duchess of Bedford
What's the name of a strong tea?
Builders tea
What's the most popular tea you can be offered by a brit?
English Breakfast
What is the shorter name for a "cup of tea"
Cuppa
What's the origin of the high tea?
In the 18th century with the industrial revolution.
What 2 meals were traditionally served in 18th century?
Breakfast and dinner
What 3 types of black tea are found in the English Breakfast tea?
Assam, Sri Lanka (Ceylan) and Kenya
Do brits usually add sugar to their tea?
No, they don't.
When do brits have tea?
Anytime