Origins of Tea

China | Tea's Birthplace and Top Producer

Of all the tea origin stories, the history and evolution of tea in China is perhaps the most influential. The act of tea drinking first began in China.

China

Egypt | Historical and Cultural Impact of Tea

The art of drinking tea has significantly influenced many different regions and cultures for centuries.

Egypt

India | A Top Producer of Our Favorite Teas

India’s tea innovations from Darjeeling to Chai have transformed from a local to a worldwide sensation. Let’s see how tea production in India started...

India

Japan | A Historical Tea Origin

Don't sleep on the uniqueness of Japanese teas. They have developed some of the best ways to cultivate and prepare the same Camellia sinensis plant everyone uses.
Japan

South Africa | An Underdog Region Making an Impact with Their Indigenous Teas

When one thinks about the origins of tea, countries like China and India will often come to mind. During our journey of tea origins, we have discovered many oth

South Africa

South America | Tea & the Unique Origin of Yerba Maté

The Yerba maté plant, called Ilex paraguariensis, originated in Paraguay but is now also enjoyed in Argentina, Uruguay, and southern Brazil.

South America

Sri Lanka | Ceylon Black Tea From the Country of Ceylon

As we continue our exploration of tea origins, our next stop is an island country called Sri Lanka. This South Asian island lies in the Indian Ocean and is geog

Sri Lanka

Taiwan | The History & Cultural Influence of Tea

Tea from Taiwan is exceptionally delicious, and their origin story is fascinating. The tea industry in Taiwan is heavily influenced by China, Japanese investors

Taiwan

The Origin Story of Tea | How Did Tea Start In the U.S.?

Tea has been a universally enjoyed beverage for centuries. However, the origins and historical distribution of tea are not widely known.

Tea's Origin

United States | Tea History and the True Meaning of Local Tea

What comes to mind when you think of tea in America? Is it the Boston Tea Party? Perhaps you think of the Southern innovation of sweet tea?

U.S.A.