Tea by Country...
Explore Different Types of Tea from Around the World...
We carry quality teas sourced from all over the world. Browse different types of tea by their country of origin, and learn more about tea's international connections!
China...
Tea draws its origins to Ancient China and has been an important part of Chinese culture for centuries. China produces all types of tea made from the tea plant Camellia sinensis - white, green, yellow, oolong, black, and dark - and remains the world's largest tea producer today. China has heavily influenced tea culture in neighboring countries and around the world.
China Oolong...
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Japan...
The types of tea produced in Japan are mostly green, and Sencha tea is the most widely produced. Matcha, or stone-ground tea, is typically produced from Tencha green tea, and matcha ceremonies are an important part of Japanese culture. Japan also produces derivatives of green tea like Kukicha, roasted green teas like Houjicha, and some black tea.
Scotland...
In Scotland, popular types of tea include Scottish Breakfast and Black Teas specially-blended for the local water, which is known to be "soft", or low in minerals. The national drink of Scotland is Whisky, and our Scottish collection includes "Whisky Tea Blends" infused with Scotch!
Sri Lanka...
The Assam cultivar of tea from Northeastern India was introduced to the Ceylon region, now Sri Lanka, by the British in the 1860s. Teas grown and produced in Sri Lanka are referred to as "Ceylon" teas. These types of tea are distinct due to the unique conditions of the region in which they are grown.
Taiwan...
Taiwan is known for producing spectacular Oolong teas, an art which has evolved from its origins in China to become a staple of Taiwanese culture and tea contribution.
United Kingdom...
The UK is one of the world's largest tea consumers, and tea has become a well-known facet of British identity, from the classic Afternoon Tea to annual tea parties thrown by the royal family. Tea has an extensive history in the United Kingdom spanning time and geographical boundaries. The most popular types of tea in the UK are black teas and black tea blends.