The tradition of drinking tea in different countries

Japan

Tea plays an important role in Japanese culture. There is even a special Chanoyu ceremony dedicated to this drink in this Asian country. Its origins date back to the 14th century. Place, in which you drink tea, should be properly prepared for this. It must be conducive to silence and contemplation.

The way the tea is brewed is very important to the Japanese. There are even special schools, where you can learn it. Especially young brides should know how to brew tea, because men appreciate it, looking for a woman for a wife.

Anglia

Of course, tea is invariably associated with England. Everyone knows perfectly well, that you drink tea there, above all, at 17. The English are very fond of consuming this drink with milk. First, they brew the tea in a teapot and pour the finished infusion into cups. It is essential, however, to pour the milk into them in advance. It's not just a tradition, but also a way to mix both ingredients better. Additionally, a much nicer color is thus obtained.

China

In China, tea is brewed in a bowl (the bowl) with cover. In this country, green tea is mainly consumed and various flavored types. Tea is served in all restaurants. It is usually served at the table at the very beginning, and also after the end of the meal. In some regions of China, tea is drunk with additives, e.g. with milk or ginger, in others, without any additional ingredients.

France

Drinking tea in France is not very popular. For sure, coffee has an advantage in this country. However, it is worth mentioning about tea, because the way it is tasted deserves attention. It can be compared to tasting different types of wines. In France, you can go to the place, where, similar to a wine bar, tasted instead of wine ? tea.

It's worth knowing too, that in this European country, not in the habit of consuming tea, e.g. for sandwiches or other meals.

Tibet

Tea drinking is completely different in Tibet than in other countries. Tea is not actually a drink there, but a kind of meal. Butter is added to the infusion, which was made from yak milk. Such ?drink? they are seasoned with salt to taste and beaten. The tea prepared in this way is drunk, above all, due to the high mountain climate prevailing there. A large amount of fat in this drink gives the inhabitants strength.

Poland

In Poland, drinking tea is extremely popular. We are one of the leading countries in the amount of consumed tea. We drink it with breakfast, dinner and during the day. Unfortunately, Poles do not pay much attention to it, what kind of tea do they drink. As a rule, we consume black tea, although we are also buying green more and more. However, there is no tradition in our country, related to drinking this drink.