What is it about tea that allowed it to be replicated all over the globe? For starters, tea has an inherent flexibility. There are multiple ways to make and consume tea, which can be modified based on cultural norms and social desires. Different degrees of oxidization of tea leaves will produce green, oolong, or black tea. Each of these can flavored with different spices or milk, or whatever else is locally available. It lends itself to different brewing techniques based on local equipment and resources.
