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			== Rize_tea ==
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'''Rize Tea''' is a type of [[black tea]] that is cultivated in the [[Rize Province]] located in the eastern part of the [[Black Sea]] region of [[Turkey]]. The tea is known for its strong flavor and dark color, and it is a significant part of Turkish culture and daily life.

== History ==
The cultivation of tea in the Rize Province began in the late 19th century. The region's humid climate and fertile soil provided ideal conditions for tea cultivation. The first tea processing factory was established in Rize in 1947, and since then, the production of Rize tea has grown significantly.

== Cultivation ==
Rize tea is grown in the highlands of the Rize Province, where the climate is humid and rainy throughout the year. The tea plants are harvested several times a year, but the highest quality tea is produced from the leaves picked in the early spring. The leaves are then processed in local factories, where they are dried, rolled, and fermented to produce the characteristic strong flavor and dark color of Rize tea.

== Preparation and Consumption ==
Rize tea is typically prepared in a two-tiered teapot, known as a [[çaydanlık]]. The bottom pot is filled with water and brought to a boil, while the top pot is filled with a large amount of tea leaves. The boiling water is then poured over the tea leaves and left to steep for 15-20 minutes. The resulting brew is a very strong tea, which is then diluted with hot water to the desired strength. Rize tea is traditionally served in small, tulip-shaped glasses and consumed without milk, often with a cube of sugar.

== Economic Impact ==
Rize tea is a major economic product for the Rize Province and Turkey as a whole. The tea industry provides employment for thousands of people in the region, from tea pickers to factory workers. Rize tea is also a significant export product for Turkey, with the majority of the tea being exported to countries in the Middle East and North Africa.

== Cultural Significance ==
Rize tea plays a significant role in Turkish culture. It is consumed throughout the day, and is a staple at breakfast, social gatherings, and business meetings. Offering a cup of Rize tea is considered a sign of hospitality in Turkish culture.

[[Category:Tea]]
[[Category:Turkish cuisine]]
[[Category:Agriculture in Turkey]]
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