The Symbiosis of Specialty Coffee and Specialty Tea in Europe

In recent years, Europe has seen a surge in the appreciation for specialty coffee. The artisanal coffee culture, with its emphasis on quality, sustainability, and direct trade, has not only transformed the way Europeans consume their daily brew but has also sparked a ripple effect across the beverage industry. One fascinating development stemming from this trend is the burgeoning interest in specialty tea, mirroring many of the values and practices found in the specialty coffee world. While the concept for artisanal teas has existed for centuries, the term "specialty" being associated and adapted to tea has created new trends and practices that come with how tea is approached in contemporary settings in the West.

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