Tea is so much a part of everyday life in Britain that we might never stop to think about how a unique plant from

faraway China became the nation´s favourite drink.

English tea drinking

tradition is connected with some women.

The History of Tea in Britain

1662

The Portuguese princess

Catherine of Braganza

At first tea was a success among rich people.

Anna, the 7th Duchess of Bedford

“High tea” “Afternoon tea”

Queen Victoria

“Make tea, not war”