Tea Types
Despite often being called tea, chamomile belongs to this category because it doesn't come from Camellia sinensis.
Herbal Tea
Tea is believed to have originated in this country over 4,000 years ago.
China
Unlike most teas, this powdered tea is whisked directly into water instead of steeped.
Matcha
Made from dried flowers rather than tea leaves, this herbal infusion is commonly enjoyed before bedtime.
Chamomile
This powdered Japanese tea is whisked directly into water instead of steeping whole leaves.
Matcha
Matcha is most closely associated with this country.
Japan
Typically blended from Assam, Ceylon, and Kenyan teas, this robust black tea is a popular morning beverage.
English Breakfast Tea
Which tea undergoes the least amount of processing?
White Tea
Darjeeling tea is grown in this country.
India
Oolong tea can range anywhere from as low as 10% to as high as this percentage in oxidation.
80%
This flavorful, spiced black tea blend typically steeped with milk, ginger, cardamom, and clove.
Chai
This tea falls between green and black tea in terms of how much it is oxidized.
Oolong Tea
Afternoon Tea is a tradition most closely associated with this European country.
The United Kingdom
Which tea undergoes roughly 0% oxidation?
Green Tea
Native to South Africa, this naturally caffeine-free herbal infusion is often called "red tea."
Rooibos
Unlike black tea, which is 100% oxidized, this category of tea gets its dark color from microbial post-fermentation.
Dark Tea
Darjeeling tea is grown in the foothills of this popular mountain range. (Hint: Not in the U.S.)
The Himalayas
The classic black tea "Earl Grey" is flavored with oil from this particular citrus fruit (Must Say the Type).
Bergamot Orange