Where did black tea originate?
China
Japan
India
Sri Lanka
Black tea originated in China during the Ming Dynasty. It is known as ‘hong cha’ in Chinese, meaning ‘red tea,’ due to its reddish color when brewed.
Which tea is known for its floral aroma?
Green tea
Jasmine tea
Oolong tea
Matcha
Jasmine tea is known for its floral aroma. It is typically made by infusing green or white tea leaves with jasmine blossoms.
What is the main tea type produced in Darjeeling?
White tea
Black tea
Oolong tea
Herbal tea
Darjeeling, located in India, is famous for its black tea, often referred to as the ‘Champagne of Teas’ due to its unique flavor profile.
Which country is known for Matcha tea?
China
Korea
Japan
Taiwan
Matcha is a finely ground green tea powder from Japan, traditionally used in the Japanese tea ceremony.
What type of tea is Pu-erh?
Green tea
White tea
Fermented tea
Yellow tea
Pu-erh tea is a fermented tea from Yunnan province in China. It undergoes a unique fermentation process, giving it a rich, earthy flavor.
Which tea is known for aiding digestion?
Peppermint tea
Chamomile tea
Rooibos tea
Earl Grey tea
Peppermint tea is often consumed to aid digestion and soothe the stomach due to its menthol content, which has calming effects.
Which tea is processed the least?
Green tea
White tea
Black tea
Oolong tea
White tea undergoes the least processing, often just being dried and withered, which preserves its delicate flavor and high antioxidant levels.
Which tea is traditionally served with milk?
Green tea
Herbal tea
Black tea
White tea
Black tea is traditionally served with milk, especially in British and Indian tea cultures, to complement its robust flavor.
Which tea is known for its calming effects?
Green tea
Chamomile tea
Oolong tea
Rooibos tea
Chamomile tea is renowned for its calming effects, often used as a natural remedy to reduce stress and improve sleep quality.
Which tea is produced primarily in Taiwan?
Black tea
Green tea
Oolong tea
Herbal tea
Taiwan is famous for its Oolong tea, known for its partial oxidation, which creates a balance between the flavors of black and green tea.
What is the primary flavor of Earl Grey tea?
Lavender
Peppermint
Bergamot
Rose
Earl Grey tea is flavored with oil of bergamot, a citrus fruit, which gives it its distinctive flavor and aroma.
Which tea is often referred to as “milk oolong”?
Green tea
White tea
Oolong tea
Black tea
Milk Oolong is a type of oolong tea known for its creamy, milky taste and smooth texture, often achieved through special processing methods.
Which tea is made from the South African rooibos plant?
Red tea
Green tea
Black tea
Yellow tea
Rooibos tea, also known as red tea, is made from the Aspalathus linearis plant in South Africa and is naturally caffeine-free.
What type of tea is commonly used in Moroccan mint tea?
Black tea
Green tea
White tea
Oolong tea
Moroccan mint tea is traditionally made with green tea, specifically Chinese gunpowder green tea, blended with fresh mint leaves.
Which region is famous for producing Assam tea?
China
India
Sri Lanka
Japan
Assam tea comes from the Assam region in India, known for its bold, malty flavor and is often used in breakfast blends.
Which tea is known for its distinctive smoky flavor?
Lapsang Souchong
Matcha
Sencha
Rooibos
Lapsang Souchong is a Chinese black tea known for its smoky flavor, achieved by drying the leaves over pinewood fires.
Which tea is a key component of Masala Chai?
White tea
Black tea
Green tea
Herbal tea
Masala Chai is traditionally made with black tea, which is brewed with various spices and milk to create a flavorful, aromatic beverage.
What tea is commonly served in a Japanese tea ceremony?
Sencha
Matcha
Oolong
Pu-erh
Matcha is the tea commonly served in Japanese tea ceremonies, where it is prepared with precision and mindfulness.
Which type of tea undergoes partial oxidation?
Green tea
Oolong tea
Black tea
White tea
Oolong tea undergoes partial oxidation, placing it between green and black tea in terms of flavor and color complexity.
What type of tea is Silver Needle?
Black tea
Green tea
Oolong tea
White tea
Silver Needle is a type of white tea, made from young, unopened tea buds, and is known for its delicate, sweet flavor and high antioxidant content.
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