Green tea comes from leaves that have been steamed but not fermented. Oolong tea is the diplomat of the bunch. It's made from a blend of tea leaves that have been only partially fermented. Its color, aroma and taste are lighter than black teas but more robust than green teas. The most famous is Formosa Oolong.
Misnomers fly when discussing Western tea rituals.
Meats and fish, vegetables, bread, cheese and desserts are the usual accompaniment enjoyed with fresh pots of tea. Yet perhaps the greatest misunderstanding is that making a perfect cup of tea any Brit would be proud of is difficult. Although there are certain factors that can affect tea's flavor, Dolores Snyder, a tea expert who has a book, The Elegant Way With Tea, in the works, proves that a great cup is only a kettle away. It must be top quality. If it has chlorine or fluoride in it, use natural spring water instead.