Ever wondered how for thousands of years the simple cup of tea has become the world’s most consumed beverage after water? In this informative and entertaining episode, Rosie Lovell uncovers the history of tea – how the drink spread from China to capture the taste of the world. Together with fellow travellers from around the world, Rosie ventures on a voyage to discover the phenomena behind tea and tea drinking. Tea is grown and produced in more than 40 countries worldwide, but back in the 17th century tea had to be imported at great cost and effort from China.