Tea Varieties Quiz

This classic British tea is a bold, full-bodied black tea traditionally served with milk. It is named after a 19th-century British Prime Minister. What tea is this?

This delicate Japanese green tea is made from shade-grown leaves that are stone-ground into a fine, bright green powder. It is used in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies. What tea is this?

This Indian black tea is grown in the foothills of the Himalayas and is often called the 'Champagne of Teas.' It has a light, muscatel flavor. What tea is this?

This Chinese tea is partially oxidized, placing it between green and black tea. Its name means 'black dragon' and it comes in a wide range of flavors. What tea is this?

This robust black tea from the Assam region of India forms the base of most English Breakfast blends. It has a malty, strong flavor that stands up well to milk. What tea is this?

This Chinese tea is aged and fermented, sometimes for decades. It has an earthy, smooth flavor and is pressed into cakes or bricks for storage. What tea is this?

This distinctive Chinese black tea is dried over smoking pine wood fires, giving it a bold, smoky flavor that people either love or find overpowering. What tea is this?

This popular North African tea preparation combines Chinese gunpowder green tea with fresh spearmint leaves and generous amounts of sugar. It is poured from a height to create a froth. What tea is this?

This Japanese green tea is blended with roasted brown rice, giving it a warm, toasty, nutty flavor. It is sometimes called 'popcorn tea' because some rice pops during roasting. What tea is this?

This tea from Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon) has a bright, citrusy flavor and is enjoyed worldwide. The country's highland regions produce some of the finest examples. What tea is this?

This South African herbal tea is naturally caffeine-free and comes from a plant in the fynbos region. It has a sweet, slightly nutty flavor and is rich in antioxidants. What tea is this?

This the least processed type of true tea, made from young buds and leaves that are simply dried. It has a subtle, delicate, slightly sweet flavor. What tea is this?

This Indian spiced tea is made by simmering black tea with milk and a blend of spices typically including cardamom, cinnamon, ginger, and cloves. What tea is this?

This Chinese green tea gets its name from the tightly rolled pellet shape of its leaves, which resemble gunpowder grains. It has a slightly smoky, bold flavor. What tea is this?

This fragrant Chinese tea is made by scenting green or white tea leaves with fresh jasmine blossoms over several nights. It has a sweet, floral aroma. What tea is this?