Tea, Coffee, Tisane & Hot Cocoa History & Culture

Learn about the politics of Southern tea rooms and women's independence in this fascinating article by tea room historian Miss Millie Coleman.

The Boston Tea Party is an important part of American history and tea history. Learn more about this historical event.

The recent history of coffee includes innovations (decaf coffee, instant coffee, new coffee-making gadgets), international trade agreements and price fluctuations.

Find coffee origin legends, and learn about coffee roasts and more, on National Geographic's website.

Despite its name, cream tea is not tea with cream in it. It's actually a type of afternoon tea meal.

Get an overview of the history of espresso with this handy espresso timeline.

A major part of Ethiopian culture, the Ethiopian coffee ceremony involves roasting coffee beans and preparing boiled coffee in a vessel akin to the ibriks used to make Turkish coffee.

Coffee has played a large role in European history, fueling newspapers, revolution and more.

Full tea is a type of afternoon tea meal. Most Americans call it "high tea," but it's actually "low tea."

Do you know the difference between high tea and afternoon tea? It's a bigger difference than you might think!

How we prepare coffee has changed drastically over the years, thanks in large part to inventions in the world of coffee.

Hot chocolate originated as a cold, unsweetened, spiced, wine-spiked drink during Aztec times. Learn how hot chocolate evolved to become the drink we consume today.

Red Rose is a well known name in tea, especially in Britain and Canada. Learn about the history of this famous tea company.

From tea shredders to teabags, learn about the history of major inventions in the world of tea.

Learn about the evolution of the coffee house through history, from ancient Turkey to modern Starbucks locations worldwide.

Have you ever wondered how to say "coffee" in different languages? See this listing of coffee in over 60 languages from around the globe.

Tea importer, retailer and wholesaler In Pursuit of Tea recently added a New York City tea shop to their growing tea empire. Learn what makes this SoHo tea shop unique.

Tapioca Pearl Boba Tea. Cha Manao. Kashmiri Chai. Tibetan Yak Butter Puer. There are all kinds of traditional tea drinks from around the world. Learn about the types of tea-based drinks consumed in various parts of the world.

Coffee is now an integral part of Italy's food culture, but it didn't arrive there until the 16th century. Learn more about the history of coffee in Italy.

"Light tea" is a type of British afternoon tea meal featuring various sweets.

The history of the “chai” you can now find in nearly any coffeehouse dates back thousands of years. Ancient “masala chai” (“spiced tea”) is steeped in tales of royalty and herbal medicine, and has evolved over the years to include countless variations and a worldwide fan base. Here’s the history of masala chai ("chai tea"), including how it made...

The yerba mate ceremony (a.k.a. "the yerba mate circle") is a long-standing tradition of mate consumption and male companionship. Although mate is popular across the board in Argentina, Peru and Paraguay, the ceremony is associated with "gauchos" or "cowboys" there.

Strawberry tea can mean tea flavored with strawberry or blended with bits of strawberry, but it usually refers to a type of afternoon tea meal.

Find collectible coffee grinders, teapots and more with these coffee and tea collectibles resources.

Find tea books on tea culture, history and more with this list of tea books.

Learn to plan a tea party menu and find afternoon tea recipes with this guide to tea party menus. It includes tips for selecting the best teas for afternoon tea, ideas for planning your tea party menu around a theme, and more.

Have you ever wondered how to say "tea" in different languages? See this listing of tea in over 60 languages from around the globe, complete with listings of words for tea based on the phonetic groupings of "cha," "chai," "tea," "tay" and "te."

Teas can be a romantic alternative to alcohol for Valentine's Day, weddings, anniversaries and other romantic celebrations. From rose teas and chocolate teas to chrysanthemum flowers and blooming teas, these are my top recommendations for a romantic tea for your next special occasion your loved one.

It's no wonder that Ethiopia's coffee culture is the world's most fascinating. Ethiopia is considered to be the birthplace of coffee, and its rich coffee culture reflects its long history.

Coffee plays major cultural and economic roles in Ethiopia and Yemen. Both countries claim to be the origin of coffee, and both have histories and myths which back up their claim. Learn more about the controversial and fascinating origins of coffee.