TeaWork done by:MIGUEL CALHAU 9ºB

Tea is a Drink which is prepared by an infusion

of leaves, flowers, roots of tea or Camellia

sinensis.

WHAT IS TEA?

The infusion is prepared with hot water;

Each variety acquires a taste defined according to the processing used;

You can include oxidation, fermentation and contact with other herbs, spices and fruits.

WHAT IS TEA?

The word "tea" is also popularly used to refer to any infusion of fruits, leaves, roots or herbs, such as chamomile or lemon balm, not even containing tea leaves.

WHAT IS TEA?

CULTIVATION

In Europe it is grown in the Azores, where about 40 tons are produced annually.

TEA IN PORTUGAL

Portugal had pioneered the introduction of tea in Europe:1. In its consumption;2. In its cultivation (1750).

TEA IN PORTUGAL

In 1750 were produced on the island of São Miguel, in areas of micro-climate, as Porto Formoso and Chapels, 10 kg of black tea and 8 kg of green tea.

TEA IN PORTUGAL

Only a century later, with the arrival of skilled labor, its production became regular, through its industrialization.

TEA IN PORTUGAL

Currently the tea produced in the Azores, under the brands Gorreana and Porto Formoso, is considered an organic tea.

Being a current idea in the markets, it is something that is practiced in the Azores for hundreds of years.

TYPES OF TEA IN AZORES

TEA IN PORTUGAL

The processing of tea, from the care of the bushes to harvest, has been the same for 250 years.

This tea has virtually its entire production split between the Azores, the island community in the diaspora and the UK.

Originating in China, tea was introduced to Europe by the Portuguese in the sixteenth century.

THE HISTORY OF TEA

One of the most typically British habits, the "tea party“, was introduced at the English court by Catarina de Bragança, Portuguese princess, daughter of D. John IV, when she married Charles III of England.

THE HISTORY OF TEA

Catarina de Bragança had one of the most exotic and lavish dowry of History: 500,000 pounds of gold; Free trade of England with the

Portuguese possessions (Asia, Africa and America);

A box of tea.

THE HISTORY OF TEA

THE HISTORY OF TEA

The dowry of D. Catherine was crucial to the future of the English empire.

The tea would forever change the lives of English people, becoming an integral element of their personality and habits.

THE HISTORY OF TEA

The ritual of “Tea Party" is associated with the traditional scones and marmalade. The latter was also introduced by D. Catarina of Bragança in the UK.

Tea is traditionally used in its countries of origin as a beneficial health drink.

All types of tea have virtually the same substances, but in very different concentrations due to preparation processes.

INFLUENCES ON HEALTH

Recently, scientists have dedicated themselves to studying the effects of tea on body as well as to better understand the substances that promote these effects.

INFLUENCES ON HEALTH

INFLUENCES ON HEALTH

It should be noted that excessive consumption, or consumption of tea poorly maintained or poorly prepared, also has negative effects on health.

INFLUENCES ON HEALTH

The tea has in its composition: Fluoride (cause osteoporosis, arthritis and are

carcinogenic); Caffeine (causing insomnia); Exalatos (cause kidney problems).

INFLUENCES ON HEALTH

But generally it can be said that the tea is particularly beneficial, because all these substances have beneficial effects if ingested in small amounts.

INFLUENCES ON HEALTH

The leaves of Camellia sinensis are rich in flavonoids, a type of polyphenol potent antioxidants.

PREPARATIONThe best way to prepare tea is: Place the leaves in a teapot; Boiling water is added and the

infusion should be maintained for 30 seconds to 5 minutes;

Using a strainer separates the leaves from water;

It is usual to add sugar or honey to tea, lemon, milk and fruit jelly.

TYPES OF TEA

Black Tea OOLONG Tea Green Tea

White Tea

Herbal tea

Camellia sinensis Tea

TYPES OF TEA

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