History of Tea Drinking

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Who is credited with the discovery of tea drinking?

  • Emperor Shen Nong (correct)
  • A traveling merchant
  • A Japanese tea ceremony master
  • A Portuguese missionary

What significant event related to tea occurred in 1564?

  • The first tea bag was created.
  • Iced tea became popular in the USA.
  • The first trade route to China was opened by Portugal. (correct)
  • Tea reached Europe for the first time.

What change in tea drinking occurred due to the heatwave in 1904?

  • Iced tea was created. (correct)
  • Tea became drinkable at room temperature.
  • Tea bags were invented.
  • People began adding milk to tea.

How did tea drinking traditions change by the end of the seventeenth century?

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What was the initial reaction of Emperor Shen Nong to the brewed tea?

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Flashcards

Tea's Origins

Tea drinking began approximately 4,700 years ago in China with Emperor Shen Nong.

Initial Tea Preparation

Emperor Shen Nong boiled water and used tea leaves blown into the pot to make tea.

Global Tea Spread - Europe

Tea arrived in Europe in the 16th century via Portuguese missionaries and trade routes.

Iced Tea Invention

Iced tea was created in 1904 in St. Louis due to a heatwave, combining tea with ice.

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Tea Bag Invention

Tea bags were created in 1908, where tea was packaged in sealed bags making brewing convenient.

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Study Notes

Tea Drinking History

  • Tea drinking began 4,700 years ago in China
  • Emperor Shen Nong, commanded servants to boil water.
  • Dried tea leaves fell into the water, turning it brown.
  • The Emperor enjoyed the drink immediately.

Tea Spreads Across the World

  • Tea became available worldwide, but initially only to the wealthy.
  • By the 17th century, tea became a mid-afternoon tradition in some countries.
  • Some tea drinkers started adding milk to their tea.
  • Tea became popular in London's coffee houses.

Tea Travels to the Americas

  • Tea drinking arrived in the Americas in the 19th century.
  • A heatwave in St. Louis (USA) led people to create iced tea
  • Tea in aerated bags were created by merchants, allowing ease of preparation.

Tea Packaging

  • Tea bags were developed for easier preparation.

Tea Today

  • Tea, in various forms (black, green, etc.) remains a popular drink globally.

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