The Czech Republic might not seem like a tea powerhouse. Annual consumption hovers around 2.2 million kilograms, with the vast majority consumed at home.

The Czech tea market shows steady growth and a clear shift toward quality, while total tea sales are projected to reach $75.64 million in 2025.

Per capita consumption remains modest at 0.2 kilos per year, but this doesn't reflect growing interest in high-grade Camellia sinensis teas

Green tea has overtaken black tea in popularity. People are drawn to its perceived health benefits, and Japanese teas in particular are currently in high demand."

While overall tea consumption remains moderate, there is growing interest in single-origin teas, traditional processing methods, and direct trade relationships - especially in urban centers.

Matcha is booming globally, and the Czech Republic is no exception and only powdered green tea from Japan can legally be called 'matcha'- everything else must be labeled differently.

While modest in scale with relatively low consumption and retail volume, the Czech Republic's specialty tea sector is remarkably well-developed.

In an increasingly connected tea world, the Czech Republic stands out - not for its size, but for the richness and depth of its tea culture.

Source: STiR Coffee & Tea (Extracts), Courtesy: Tea Exporters' Association Sri Lanka