Tea is a refreshing and aromatic drink extracted from the leaves of Camellia sinensis sinensis or Camellia sinensis assamica, a member of the Camellia sinensis family, by steeping them in hot water. It was reportedly discovered by the Chinese Shennong in 2737 BC and is the second most consumed beverage in the world after water.
More than 75% of tea produced in the world is black tea, 20% is green tea and the remainder is oolong, white, pu-erh and yellow tea.
In addition to these, tisane and herbal teas such as rooibos tea, yerba mate, rosehip tea and chamomile tea are also very popular in the tea community worldwide. It should be noted, however, that these are defined as not tea as they do not contain Camellia sinensis leaves.
The world of tea has captivated people from all over the world, as its history tells us. Tea has a long history and a very deep world. Numerous battles have been fought over tea. Today, it is a healing drink that many of us turn to at certain times of the day. There are many reasons why we choose tea. Welcome to an enjoyable tea journey.