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Tea bags[edit]

In 1907, American tea merchant Thomas Sullivan began distributing samples of his tea in small bags of Chinese silk with a drawstring. Consumers noticed they could simply leave the tea in the bag and reuse it with fresh tea. However, the potential of this distribution/packaging method would not be fully realized until later on. During World War II, tea was rationed in the United Kingdom. In 1953 (after rationing in the UK ended), Tetley launched the tea bag to the UK and it was an immediate success.

Tea leaves are packed into a small envelope (usually composed of paper) known as a tea bag. The use of tea bags is easy and convenient, making them popular for many people today. However, the use of tea bags has negative aspects, as well. The tea used in tea bags is commonly fannings or "dust", the waste product produced from the sorting of higher quality loose leaf tea. However, this is not true for all brands of tea; many high quality specialty teas are available in bag form.^{[citation needed]} Tea aficionados commonly believe this method provides an inferior taste and experience. The paper used for the bag can also be tasted by many, which can detract from the tea's flavor. Because fannings and dust are a lower quality of the tea to begin with, the tea found in tea bags is less finicky when it comes to brewing time and temperature.

Andrea Gibson[edit]

Andrea Gibson is an award-winning poet and activist. She lives in Boulder, Colorado. Her poetry focuses on gender norms, politics, and the struggles queer people face in today's society. Wikipedia Born: April 22, 1975 (age 37) Gibson, Andrea. "Andrea Gibson". Artist. Faux Pas Productions. {{cite web}}: Text "poet : activist Artist" ignored (help)