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Iced Tea: An American Tradition

Americans love their iced tea. According to statistics published by the U.S. Tea Association, almost 85% of tea consumed in the U.S. is iced tea.  ’Ever wonder how this tradition began?

According to reports, iced tea was created at the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair by Englishman, Richard Blechynden, who traveled from India to represent teas from the Far East. The oppressive heat kept visitors from sampling the hot teas. Then in a moment of brillance, he poured his tea over ice and it became a hit. Americans have not looked back since.  

Barefoot Tea celebrates this tradition.  Customer top-rated iced teas include Island, Blackberry Infusion, Avalon, St. John, Sunrise and Ceylon teas to name a few. Keep an eye out for future recipes and iced tea brewing tips.

March 31, 2010 at 1:23 pm | News | No comment