13 Fascinating Teas from Around the World
| August 30, 2017
Russia
The Russians like their tea like they like most things — strong. They use a brewing pot with two chambers, one for water and one for the tea itself. They brew several types of tea leaves together to achieve a very strong concentrate, before adding hot water afterwards to dilute the solution.
It is typically consumed black, but some enjoy adding milk and sugar for extra sweetness. Additionally, as a part of Russian tradition, it is considered rude to serve the tea without some sort of treat. Treats include biscuits, cakes, and other delicious edibles.
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