Summer's Chill: The Icy Evolution of Tea The recent heatwave has sent many scrambling for relief, with some turning to iced tea as a refreshing alternative.
This cold brewed concoction is steeped in history, and its evolution is worth examining. Iced tea's origins are often attributed to the American South, where sweetened tea is a staple.
However, its history predates even the Louisiana Purchase Exposition in 1904. Richard Blechynden, an English tea merchant, experimented with serving hot tea over ice to visitors unwilling to drink their tea warm.