Tea was introduced to India by the British in the nineteenth century, to overcome the monopoly of Chinese production. The first area to be planted was the mountain region surrounding the city of Darjeeling, perched on the Himalayan foothills, in the 1850s.
China.
Tea is a beverage made from the leaves of tea plants (Camellia sinensis) and boiled water. Tea leaves are processed using traditional Chinese methods.
Russia.
Tea is an important part of Russian culture. Due in part to Russia's cold northern climate, it is today considered the de facto national beverage, one of the most popular beverages in the country, and is closely associated with traditional Russian culture. Russian tea is brewed and can be served sweet, and hot or cold.
Japan.
The history of tea in Japan began as early as the 8th century, when the first known references were made in Japanese records. Tea became a drink of the religious classes in Japan when Japanese priests and envoys sent to China to learn about its culture brought tea to Japan.
Africa.
Chai (black tea with milk and spices) is popular in East Africa. Red Bush or Rooibos (an herbal tea) reigns supreme in Southern Africa, Bisap also known as Kirkade, made from hibiscus, is a favorite in West and North Africa. Mint tea is widely consumed in North and West Africa alike.
Argentina.
Mate is a tisane, or herbal tea, that is popular in Argentina as well as in Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay. Mate is the Quechuan word for "gourd". Mate is served in a hollow gourd (or occasionally a horn or a hoof), and drunk through a metal straw called a bombilla.
Brazil.
True teas such as black tea (chá-preto) are popular in Brazil, either hot or iced. Brazilians also have their own local modern variations of flavored and herbal teas. Lemongrass teas are popular. Lemongrass is a plant imported from Southeast Asia, which grows well in Brazil's climate.
Native Tribes.
Before the arrival of Columbus, indigenous Americans' caffeinated beverage of choice was a holly-based tea known as cassina. Also known as yaupon, cassina is a close relative of the popular South American holly-based tea, yerba maté.
Britain.
Today, tea is still considered to be the national drink of Great Britain and continues to be widely enjoyed. While the social etiquette introduced by the upper classes in its early days are somewhat lesser practised, there is still an element of undeniable ritual about tea.
Thailand.
Thai tea (Thai: ชาไทย, RTGS: cha thai, pronounced [t͡ɕʰāː tʰāj]) is usually known as a Thai drink made from Ceylon tea, milk and sugar, and served hot or cold. It is popular in Southeast Asia and is served in many restaurants that serve Thai food.
Morocco.
Also called Maghrebi tea or Tuareg tea, Moroccan tea is prepared using the Chinese green tea, particularly the tightly curled gunpowder grade. Fresh spearmint leaves are the signature addition that gives Moroccan tea is special taste and flavor. And of course, a lot of sugar is added to give is sweetness
Boston Tea Party and USA tea culture.
American-Style Tea. Everyday tea drinking in the United States is a simple affair. Americans on the whole prefer black tea, although green teas and herbal teas can be found as well.