Putting the Tea in Britain: The Scots Who Made Our National Drink

Tea has a complex history that has caused wars, boosted trade in slaves and hard drugs, and played a significant role in driving globalization. The history of tea is intertwined with Scotland, as Scots were largely responsible for the introduction and development of the UK's national drink and were pioneers in the development of tea as an international commodity. It reveals how Darjeeling, Assam, Ceylon, and Africa all owe their thriving tea industries to Scottish adventurers and entrepreneurs. Many Scots made fortunes, but the story also has a dark side, with racism, exploitation of native peoples, and environmental devastation being the price paid for a "nice cup of tea."

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