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Tea is an aromatic beverage commonly prepared by pouring hot or boiling water over cured leaves of the tea plant Camellia sinensis. After water tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world. It has a cooling slightly bitter and astringent flavour that many people enjoy.Tea originated in China as a medicinal drink. It was first introduced to Portuguese priests and merchants in China during the 16th century. Drinking tea became popular in Britain during the 17th century.

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