Study finds tea time indicative of social variables
Research suggests that tea time may shed light on drinkers' social variables such as socioeconomic status and geographical location. The British study, carried out by Harris Interactive, found that those in a low income bracket were twice as likely to have two or more sugar cubes in tea as those with on a high income. Furthermore, sugar intake was indicative of geographical location, with Londoners and Yorkshire residents likely to consume less sugar than Welsh or Scottish ones. Beyond socioeconomic factors, the study uncovered a deep age divide when it comes to the perception of tea, with younger people more willing to purchase better quality teas and pay more for a cup than seniors. Those in 16-24 bracket were also more likely to drink green and herbal teas.