Shanti Chai & Co's All Things Tea Blog — History of Tea

Drinking green tea is not only good for you but it is a joyful experience. The act of measuring out the tea, pouring it in to your favourite cup and taking the time to enjoy it can lead to a sense of calm and ease while the delightful grounding fragrance works to alleviate stress.

• Green Tea • History of Tea • Tea Tips & Tricks

Did you know that the word chai is the word for tea in Hindi? And going back even further, the word chai originally came from the Chinese word for tea, cha or chá. In North America, we often see menus and shops offering "chai tea" and "chai tea lattes" but technically this is like saying "tea tea" and "tea tea lattes" respectively. It can be a bit confusing! So let's break it all down.

• Assam Tea • Chai • Chai Concentrate • Chai Latte • Etymology of Chai • History of Chai • History of Tea • Original Chai Blend • Whole Spices