South Korea's tea culture combines centuries of tradition with modern innovation. With deep roots in the country's history, the art of tea is an important part of Korean culture. Traditional tea ceremonies and a wide range of tea varieties, from green tea to herbal tea , are central elements of tea culture. Modern tea cultural trends include trendy tea bars and cafes that mix traditional flavors with a modern twist.
Although South Korea does not grow large amounts of tea, tea culture has become an important part of the national consciousness since the end of World War II. Tea has a special place in the hearts of Koreans and is considered a precious and high quality beverage.
Koreans mainly enjoy tea themselves and it is often quite expensive due to the quality. On special occasions, ceremonies are organized where tea is served together with small cakes pressed into shapes to resemble flowers and other poetic figures. These ceremonies create an atmosphere of elegance and aesthetics and help to appreciate the beauty of tea.
In South Korea, mainly green tea is grown, with the exception of the black tea , Jukro. Green tea is usually harvested in the spring and comes in only a few different varieties. Jeoncha is a roasted green tea that is very similar to Japanese sencha. Woojeon is another delicate tea variety, while sejak is a more common tea consisting of a bud and two leaves. These teas each have their own unique flavor profile and character.
In North Korea, it is believed that only a limited number of people, especially in the capital Pyongyang, can afford to enjoy tea. Due to economic conditions, tea is not so widespread in the northern part of the Korean peninsula.
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