Hot Tea Day

Hot Tea Day is January 12th

In 2016, the Tea Council of the USA declared January 12th as National Hot Tea Day. Did you know there is a Global Tea Championship? With millions of ways to brew tea, people get particular with which leaves, temperature, time to steep, etc. So Hot Tea Day may seem like a niche holiday, but use today to learn more about tea.

• Try a new flavor you’ve never considered
• Buy from a sustainable tea brand
• Add some liquid courage and make your nighttime tea a hot toddy
• Learn about the vast realm of tea

Tea is believed to have originated from China, and has been a part of our world for 6,000 years. It’s the second most consumed beverage in the world after water.

Fun Facts

• Did you know ‘true’ tea is all from the same plant, Camellia sinensis? Black, green, oolong, and white tea have the same origin! 
• Herbal tea isn’t actually considered a tea, but instead, an infusion. Or as the Brits casually call it: hippie tea. 
• It takes ~2,000 tea leaves to produce 1 pound of tea
• Tea offers a healthier caffeine alternative than coffee, as it is gentler on your heart

See More Tea Days:

• International Tea Day
• British Tea Day (UK)
• Sweet Tea Day
• Hot Tea Day
• Iced Tea Day
• Bubble Tea Day