Tea is one of the most beloved drinks of our people, it contains 2-3% caffeine - a substance that is a good tonic. In addition to caffeine, tea contains tannin, essential oils and other chemicals that give the drink a great taste and aroma.
Everyone develops a habit to a certain type of tea, to the concentration of the drink (strong, medium, weak).
Tea tastes good in any form, it quenches thirst well. The caffeine contained in tea has tonic properties, supports human energy, facilitates the activity of the heart and nervous system, encourages, helps relieve fatigue and drowsiness.
Moreover, black tea, contrary to popular belief, does not stimulate the body so much, gives it energy, like green tea. But there is a nuance. If you drink black tea with added bergamot and sugar, it will give you more strength than green tea. However, overuse of tea can cause restless sleep, mild irritability, and accelerated heart rate.
Before brewing tea, it is recommended to rinse the teapot with boiling water. And in order for the brew to turn out fragrant, the number of teaspoons of dry tea should correspond to the number of cups, plus one per teapot. Boiling water is first poured into 2/3 of the kettle's volume, and after 3-5 minutes it is added to the full volume. It is also advised to cover the kettle with a towel or napkin when brewing.
Tea in Russia is drunk with sugar, honey, jam, lemon and milk are added. Tea is served with cakes, pastries, pastries, desserts.
Tea drinks are prepared from the leaves of various plants, as well as from fruits, berries and vegetables. These drinks do not contain caffeine and do not have tonic properties. Herbal teas infuse well, they have a pleasant taste and aroma, reminiscent of natural tea.
