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The world of tea

Tea is a fantastic natural product with a rich and eventful history. To this very day, millions of people across the world enjoy a cup of tea, at all times of the day. The history of tea starts in China, because that is where it all started centuries ago. Enter the world of tea and find out more about the history of tea, the production process and the tea leave.

History of tea

Tea has a long and eventful history. For centuries this beverage has been enjoyed across the world. There are several legends about the invention of tea. Read more >>

Cultivation & harvest

A tropical or subtropical climate and fertile soil are needed to grow tea successfully. The crop is normally cultivated in hillside plantations, with the altitude having a considerable bearing on quality. Read more >>

The Processing of tea

After picking, the leaves are processed. The black tea production process differs from region to region, but there are always four basic stages: withering, rolling, fermentation and drying. Read more >>

Leaf size

Depending on the size of the leaves, teas can be sorted in the following categories: leafy teas, broken teas and grist. Read more >>

The tea shrub

The tea shrub is an evergreen plant from the Camellia family. The two main species of the family from which tea leaves are obtained are Camellia Sinensis, Sinensis type and Camellia Sinensis Assamica. Read more >>

Origin country

Each tea freight is different as its quality depends on the country of origin and the harvesting and processing techniques. The consumer, however, always expects the same taste from his tea. Read more >>

Tea rituals

Tea is a worldly drink, it is one of the oldest and most popular drinks across the world. Although people drink tea across the world, the way the tea is served varies per country. In this section you will find out how people drink tea, from China to England to the Netherlands. Read more >>

Perfect cup of tea

The art of the perfect cup of tea hides in the combination of keeping, making and serving the cup of tea. Read more >>

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