What kind of tea is drunk in different countries of the world

Tea is the most international drink that is drunk, if not in all countries of the world, then certainly in the vast majority. Japanese, Russian and even Egyptian people will use tea leaves to prepare this wonderful drink, but the appearance and taste qualities will differ dramatically, and all because the method of making tea is different in different countries. 

Next, you will find cups of tea from 20 countries of the world. If you know what brewed tea looks like in other countries, share your photos in the comments!

Japan

Matcha (matcha) is a Japanese powdered green tea. It is this tea that is traditionally used in the classical Japanese tea ceremony. Nowadays, matcha is also widely used as a food additive to various Japanese wagashi desserts, ice cream with green tea, as well as soba noodles. 

India

Masala tea ("tea with spices") is a drink originally from the Indian subcontinent, obtained by brewing tea with a mixture of Indian spices and herbs.

There is no fixed method of making masala tea, and many families have their own recipes. There are a huge number of variations, but the presence of four ingredients remains the same: tea, sweetener, milk and spices.

Great Britain

The tradition of afternoon tea in England originated in 1840 and usually took place between 14:00 and 17:00 hours. Traditionally, loose tea is brewed in a teapot and served with milk and sugar. Currently, formal afternoon tea is usually served as a snack in hotels or tea shops. In everyday life, many Britons consume a much simpler snack consisting of tea (and sometimes cookies), as one of the many short tea breaks during the day.

Turkey

Turkish tea is usually brewed using a special double teapot. The water is brought to a boil in a large lower kettle. Then part of the boiling water is used to brew several spoons of crushed tea leaves in the upper kettle a little smaller, where a very strong brew is obtained. The remaining water is used to dilute the tea, based on individual preferences: either strong tea or weak. Tea is served in small glass glasses with sugar cubes.

Tibet

Tibetan chasuima tea is made from Chinese pressed pu-erh and is an important part of the daily diet of Tibetans. It consists of tea, milk, yak butter and salt.

Morocco

The main feature of Moroccan tea is mint, which must be present in the composition of this drink.

Hong Kong

Traditional Hong Kong tea is made from black tea and milk (usually condensed) and served cold. This is part of the lunch in the Hong Kong tea culture.

Taiwan

Pearl milk tea, which is better known in the world as Bubble Tea, has become a global phenomenon, whose roots grow from Taiwan. It can be served hot or cold and usually with the addition of tapioca cooked in sugar syrup. 

USA

Sweet iced tea is the lifeblood of Americans. It is usually made using heavily brewed Lipton tea with the addition of sugar, lemon or a pinch of soda for tenderness.

Russia

Since ancient times, tea in Russia was brewed in samovars, but modern people have long switched to electric kettles. The favorite type of tea among Russians is black, but stronger.

Pakistan

In Pakistan, as in India, it is customary to drink masala tea, prepared using black tea, milk and spices.

Thailand

Thai tea cha yen is a black tea with condensed milk and ice.

China

The Chinese are very fond of tea. This photo shows a yellow pu-erh, which is packed in the form of bricks or balls, scattered into a cup and immersed in hot water.

Egypt

Mostly Egyptians drink unsweetened black tea during the day. At Egyptian weddings, tea with hibiscus is often served.

Mongolia

Suutei tsai is a traditional Mongolian tea that is prepared with milk and salt and served in flat cups.

Kenya

Kenyans prefer to drink plain black tea.

Argentina

Argentines prefer tea to mate. This green tea with a high caffeine content has a smoky aroma and can be served hot or cold.

South Africa

Rooibos is a bright red tea that grows in South Africa. It is usually served without milk or sugar and has a sweet mild taste.

Malaysia

Teh tarik is a traditional Malaysian tea, which includes black tea, sugar and milk.

Kuwait

A typical afternoon tea in Kuwait is black tea with cardamom and saffron.