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WHAT IS TEA
All tea varieties come from the same plant, Camellia sinensis. This evergreen shrub, native to Southeast Asia, grows well in subtropical and highland tropical regions. The leaves, buds and sometimes stems are harvested and processed in different ways to create various types of tea, including black, oolong, green, white, purple and orthodox.
Many herbal drinks, like chamomile and peppermint, are often called “tea,” but technically, only beverages made from Camellia sinensis are true tea. To differentiate them, herbal blends are commonly referred to as herbal infusions or tisanes (pronounced TEE-san).
Tea is incredibly popular, especially in the U.S., where people consume over 50 billion servings each year—85% of it as iced tea. Tea contains caffeine and compounds like catechins and theanine, which can have calming yet alertness-boosting effects. It has a rich cultural history, particularly in China, Japan, India, and Britain
History of Tea
The story of tea begins in ancient China. According to legend, Emperor Shen Nong, a scholar and herbalist, discovered tea by accident in 2737 BCE. As the story goes, he was boiling water when some tea leaves from a nearby plant fell into his pot. Intrigued by the pleasant aroma and taste, he began to study tea’s medicinal properties. Tea became a popular drink among the Chinese elite, and by the Tang Dynasty (618–907 CE), it was a staple of Chinese culture.
Tea was introduced 1903 Kenya in Highlands by British settlers , and commercial production started through small farmers in 1950s.
In 1963, the Kenya Tea Development Authority (KTDA) was established to support small-scale farmers. By the 1970s, Kenya became a leading global tea producer.
Today, Kenya is among the largest tea exporters, known for high-quality black, green, and specialty teas. The Mombasa Tea Auction plays a key role in global pricing, and the industry continues to innovate with sustainable practices
Today, Kenya is among the largest tea exporters, known for high-quality black, green, and specialty teas. The Mombasa Tea Auction plays a key role in global pricing, and the industry continues to innovate with sustainable practices