Let's spill the tea
A list of books to deepen your knowledge and answer all your questions about Camellia sinensis. History, traditions, teawares, how-tos... Brew yourself a cup of tea and let's dive in!
created by ophrys
last updated June, 2026
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I would love to add more books that touch on tea traditions from all over the world, I take all suggestions! I've yet to read some of the books here but they all managed to pique my interest. If you think some of them might not relevant, I'm happy to hear you out
Excellent list! Iâm excited to read more books about tea ^.^
Iâd recommend The Romance of Tea by William Ukers. Itâs a great overview of tea history, especially in the West. (My favorite account is about this European ladyâI canât remember which countryâran a smugglerâs tea shop. She got in trouble so often with the East India Tea Company that they eventually just gave up and let her be. She would pay the fine every time she was caught and then get straight back to business.)
ophrysOP
Thank you for the suggestion (immediate add), it sounds like such an exciting read!
Hooray :D
