Before we get into the Top 5 Unique Teas Around the World, let’s understand that, Tea is the most popular beverage after water. Originated in China, Tea has been around for almost 5,000 years. As per Chinese legend, Tea was accidently discovered by a mythical person named Shennong – “The Divine Farmer“.
Drinking tea is a daily ritual in many countries of the world including China, India, UK, and Turkey etc. Due to its stellar health benefits, it has been gaining popularity in the western countries such the US, and Canada.
There are many forms of Teas being consumed by civilizations all over the globe. Black Tea is the most popular form of tea, constituting almost 70% of the global tea consumption, followed by Green Tea which is popular for its numerous health benefits.
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1. Kashmiri Kahwa Tea
- Kahwa is a special kind of tea from the Himalayan regions of India and Pakistan
- It has a unique aroma and flavour as it is infused with multiple spices.
- Cardamom
- Cinnamon
- Cloves &
- Saffron, a rich and expensive spice found exclusively in the Kashmiri region
- Kahwa is great for cold weather as it perks your mood and soul with its amazing flavour.
2. Turkish Rize Tea
- Did you know Turkey is the World’s largest Tea consuming nation?
- The Black Sea Region of Turkey (Rize) is well known for its tea plantations.
- Named after the region, Rize Tea is a kind of black tea which has a distinct sweet taste.
- Turkish Tea is great for Heart Health, Stress Management, Diabetes and Obesity.
3. Po Cha – Tibetan Butter Tea
- The Tibetan Butter Tea is the most unique tea preparation of all as it is loaded with “Yak Butter”!
- A necessity for the climate of Tibet the Yak Butter Tea has healthy fats and is savory in taste.
- It is a delicacy even in Tibet and is offered mainly to guests, as, Yak butter is expensive.
- The butter tea is good for digestion and great for an alert mind and also beneficial for the heart.
4. Matcha Tea
- The word Matcha has its origin in China but Japanese are thought to have invented the form of Matcha Tea as we know it today.
- Matcha Tea goes through a process of Shading, Steaming, Drying and Grinding. Shading gives Matcha it’s unique taste.
- Matcha has high levels of anti-oxidants and is good for your Liver, Cognitive functions and Heart Health.
5. Hunza Tea
- Named after the Hunza valley of Pakistan which is famous for its stunning scenery.
- Hunza Tea is touted as an anti-aging drink as the people in the Hunza region are know to live long lives.
- Hunza is a herbal tea several beneficial herbs such as Mint, Tulsi (Basil), Cardamom, Cinnamon and Jaggery.
- Drinking Hunza tea regularly helps body’s immune system, hypertension, and is good for loosing weight.
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