The caffeine level in tea is high enough that it can become addictive. Many of the natural, decaffeinated teas of today are in reality, not tea, but a blend of other herbs. Tea is grown worldwide from Sri Lanka to Africa and even Russia. It is grown both for personal use and commercial use. It has been used throughout history as a common item of trade.
Many people mistakenly believe tea came from the British.
While they are some of the world s most popular drinkers of this brew, and have certainly helped it attain its grand status in the modern world, they are only one in a long list of past and present tea enthusiasts. Today s tea drinker fits no special mold, young, old, male and female, and every nationality. Some prefer their tea black , while others insist that a cup of tea is not perfect, unless accompanied by milk and sugar. However you prefer your cup of tea, here are a few simple steps for you to follow, with the result being a much better brew. Decide first whether you will be using a tea bag, or loose tea.